It’s time to eat, drink and be thankful in Orlando. If you plan to indulge in the merriment without stepping foot in the kitchen or cleaning a dish, here’s a list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Orlando, November 28, 2024. While some restaurants are open to dine in, others offer full meals for you […]
Blog
Where to Order Thanksgiving Dinner To Go
If you’d like to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving meal without cooking this year, Orlando has a range of fantastic to-go options that make it easy to celebrate with loved ones while staying within your budget. From traditional turkey dinners with all the trimmings to unique twists on holiday fare, here are some affordable spots in […]
Central Florida Holiday Shows and Music
The holiday season is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the music and theater scene in Orlando. With talented local artists and visiting performers, we are fortunate to live in an area that offers such a wide variety of amazing shows and performances. We have gathered the best holiday shows and music in and around Orlando […]
Cheap things to do with kids in Orlando
Some of the links in this post are special! When you make a purchase through our links, we might earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
There is so much more to Orlando than Disney. If you search beyond the theme park district, you will discover plenty of cheap things to do with kids in Orlando. We’ve curated a long list of kids’ activities in Orlando that are free or cheap (less than $25 each). Whether you are looking for playdate destinations with little ones or […]
FREE entry days at U.S. National Parks
America’s Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar for free days at U.S. National Parks throughout Florida and beyond. On select dates, FREE entrance is available to 133 National Parks across the country (including five in Florida) that normally charge a fee. A few of […]
Best Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes Near Orlando 2024
Autumn is coming — and so are the pumpkins. Even though it doesn’t feel like fall in Orlando, it’s almost time to break out pumpkin everything! The fall season is one of the most exciting times of the year in Central Florida marked by pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and farm fun near Orlando. Fill your […]
Sunflower fields near Orlando
Seeing row after row of blooming sunflowers is not something you’d expect in Central Florid. But, beyond the beaten path of Orlando, there are thriving family farms that harvest and grow a variety of crops — including beautiful sunflower fields. Sunflower season in Orlando happens twice a year at Florida farms, usually during fall and […]
Hurricane closures and cancellations
We have received notice of these closures and cancellations this week because of Hurricane Milton: The Orange County Library System will close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8. All library branches and book drops will be closed Wednesday, October 9, and Thursday, October 10. OCLS plans to reopen on Friday, October 11, for normal business […]
Free virtual rides at Universal Orlando Resort
While the theme parks are closed in Orlando, you can experience some of the best attractions at Universal Orlando Resort from the comfort of your couch. Pretend you are in the middle of the action on these free virtual rides at Universal Orlando Resort that take you through some of the most extreme rides at […]
Free virtual rides at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks
Some of the links in this post are special! When you make a purchase through our links, we might earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
If you can’t travel to Orlando, you can experience some of the best attractions at Walt Disney World Resort from the comfort of your couch. Pretend you are in the middle of the action on these free virtual Disney rides that take you through all the dips, turns, and fun at Walt Disney World, Epcot, […]
