BEAUTIFUL ORLANDO!!!

ORLANDO FLORIDA is known as the SUNSHINE STATE but unfortunately during our stay it was SUNLESS –haha- because of Tropical Storm FAY. She just wouldn’t go away! Gosh! Despite the heavy rain we still managed to have fun and enjoy the rest of our stay. This is our 4th time in ORLANDO. Why do we keep going back to Orlando one might ask? Here, let me count the ways:

1. Nothing compares when you join the throngs of visitors from all over the world navigating the hustle and bustle of International Drive. Rain or Shine! Ehehe… It brings out the friendliness in you. Hello you! Hi there Matey! Como Esta? How you Doing? Kumusta Kabayan? Ok, before I get out of control here, you know where I’m going right?
2. SIZZLIN GRILL RESTAURANT- You’re in for a treat because this is a buffet. For $3.79 per person how can anyone beat that? Yup, they offer the lowest price among any other breakfast buffet restaurant in the area. AJ even got hers for free. So I’m thinking 5 and below eat free. But beverage, tax and gratuity are not included, just so you know. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and we need to be fueled up to have the energy for the day. Isn’t this a great economical choice? If you want volume and variety I suggest you go for buffets. You can keep coming back until you can eat no more. BURPPP!!! Excuse me!
3. New Dining Experience at EMERIL LAGASSE’s Restaurant. This Restaurant is in Universal City Walk Orlando- It’s cozy. Has good ambience. Good Food and the service is TOP NOTCH. I highly recommend you try it if you are in the area. SUPERB! Mr. EMERILL LAGASSE is a TV Super Chef and you can watch some of his shows in the Food Network. I made the reservation online for dear Hubs Birthday Celebration and it wasn’t hard to get a seat.
4. Another treat is when you venture out for another dinner in Orlando. Try ANGEL LOBSTER and Seafood Buffet Restaurant. What a Delight! For $36.95 per person and $8.95 for kids w/o the lobster. Don’t worry. AJ didn’t mind as long as she had ice cream for dessert, she’s happy. Note: Ask your server about the ice cream. They don’t normally put it outside; it doesn’t hurt if you ask? Right? (Beverage, Tax and Gratuity not included) Worth every penny I promise! Your palette will be tickled exactly the way you like it. GO AHEAD STUFF YOURSELVES with ALL YOU CAN EAT LOBSTER! “Why oh why can’t we have a LOBSTER BUFFET here in RALEIGH?”
5. There’s a lot to see in UNIVERSAL STUDIOS and ISLAND ADVENTURE. Surprisingly we loved it there even if it “rained Cats and Dogs”. We didn’t mind and didn’t miss the SUN at all. Take advantage of their MEAL DEAL. They have a nice selection of food. EAT ALL U CAN ALL DAY! AJ had a blast with BARNEY and had fun with JIMMY NEUTRON. She even enjoyed the ride with SPIDERMAN and WOODY WOODPECKER.
6. Spend your entire day chasing BARGAINS GALORE at the Outlets. My two favorites are ORLANDO PREMIUM OUTLET and PRIME OUTLETS.

Orlando Premium Outlet- Experience Orlando’s only True upscale outlet center and feel the thrill of finding the world’s finest designer labels for less. My favorite stores are: CHRISTIAN DIOR, FENDI, BURBERRY, GIORGIO ARMANI, ARMANI XCHANGE, LACOSTE, MOVADO, and BARNEYS OUTLET. You can even print coupons to save even more. Check www.premiumoutlets.com.

Prime Outlets- The largest outlet mall… I could get lost here…hehe… My favorite stores are: KATE SPADE, BURBERRY, MICHAEL KORS, SAKS FIFTH OFF 5TH, JUICY COUTURE, COACH, DOONEY N BOURKE, and NEIMAN MARCUS OUTLET. Again check for coupons at their website www.primeoutlets.com. You can purchase different brands that you like with a fraction of the cost. HAPPY HUNTING!

7.If Money is not an issue? Head to an UPSCALE MALL and visit the FLORIDA MALL or MALL AT MILLENIA. This luxurious Mall features anchor BLOOMINGDALES and NEIMAN MARCUS. High end specialty shops not to miss are LOUIS VUITTON, CHANEL, CARTIER, GUCCI, ZARA and TIFFANY AND CO. Shop ‘til you Drop to your hearts desire! HAPPY SHOPPING my SHOPPINGERA FRIENDS!!!

One thing is for sure, every trip to ORLANDO is fresh and exciting- ORLANDO is indeed THE VACATION CAPITAL OF THE WORLD.

WE HAVE YET TO TRY:

1. WET N WILD
2. DISNEY’S WATER PARKS
3. CIRQUE DE SOLEIL
4. BLUE MAN GROUP
5. HELI TOUR
6. AQUATICA
7. DISCOVERY COVE
8. GATOR ISLAND
9. SKY DIVING
10. DINNER SHOWS (There’s a lot more)


These are just some of our priorities but the list could go on and on. I kid you not! That’s how AMAZING it is in ORLANDO. You can experience almost anything your hearts desire. So I don’t think I would get tired of going back to Orlando. I just wish it was closer.

Whether you are on a trip to Orlando with someone special or with your family, you will unquestionably hit upon something enjoyable and interesting in this amazing place. The place has a lot of things to offer to the tourists, whether they are of 3 or 93. People of all ages can enjoy this place to their fullest.

Let’s not forget DISNEYWORLD and SEAWORLD. I think these two deserves another post. So Long Folks!!!