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Boxi Park in Lake Nona – One of Orlando’s Most Unique Venues

by Angie Violet Howell November 10, 2020

Aren’t we lucky to have one of the most unique dining and entertainment venues right in here in Orlando!? Boxi Park debuted in 2019 in Lake Nona and has since become one…

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Amazingly Themed Orlando Vacation Rental Homes Near Disney and Theme Parks

by Angie Violet Howell October 23, 2020

From themed hotels to mega-chain resorts, Orlando has an abundance of options when it comes to places to stay. BUT, what if you could rent an entire house, townhome or condo minutes…

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Opal Sands Resort at Clearwater Beach – Top 5 Things to Love

by Angie Violet Howell July 13, 2020

We recently had the opportunity to stay at one of the top hotels in Clearwater Beach – Opal Sands Resort. This contemporary and modern resort is located on the south end of Clearwater Beach and provides gorgeous views of the beach and the gulf.

Check out our top 5 things that we loved about Opal Sands at Clearwater Beach.

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MEGA List of Things To Do in Orlando Outside of Walt Disney World!

by Angie Violet Howell June 20, 2020

Has your Walt Disney World vacation been canceled or postponed? With the recent temporary closing of Disney, many have received the unfortunate news that their vacation plans have been canceled or altered.…

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What’s Open in Orlando: An Updated List of What You Can Visit Right Now

by Angie Violet Howell May 24, 2020

After many LONG weeks of closures, we are starting to see some of our favorite Orlando attractions, hotels and restaurants open again! Below is the status of major attractions and businesses, including…

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Top Orlando Resorts Located OUTSIDE of Theme Parks

by Angie Violet Howell May 14, 2020

If one thing is for certain, it is that the Orlando area has no shortage of places to stay. With over 450 hotels and 121,000 plus hotel rooms, visitors can have their pick of large resorts with elaborate pools or smaller low-key hotels. Although staying at a resort on Disney or Universal Studios properties has its advantages, you will find many other resorts with gorgeous pools, expansive rooms and suites, and onsite restaurants.

Below are our top picks for Orlando resorts, all located outside of the major theme parks.

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Top Beaches Close To Orlando

by Angie Violet Howell May 1, 2020

Thinking about visiting a beach while you are in Orlando? Why not?! Florida boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the country, and many are only a short drive from Orlando. A great benefit of Orlando is that you have many options for beautiful beaches regardless of where you are located. If you’re wondering which one to visit, take a look at our picks below. All are easily accessible by car and, under normal conditions, are within a two-hour drive from Orlando.

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6 Reasons Why You Will LOVE Staying at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort

by Angie Violet Howell March 11, 2020

The Yacht & Beach Club is a Deluxe Resort located in Disney’s Epcot Resort area. Although, often lumped together, these are actually two separate resorts  – Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The resorts are situated next to each other and share amenities such as the pool and fitness club.

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Volcano Bay at Universal Studios – 10 Tips for First Time Visitors

by Angie Violet Howell March 1, 2020

Volcano Bay is located at Universal Studios and is one of Orlando’s newest water parks. Easily recognizable by its towering volcano (Krakatau Volcano), this park is packed with thrilling slides, a sandy “beach,” and a play area just for the little ones. Volcano Bay has quickly become our go-to water park in Orlando, and we wanted to share a few tips that we have learned throughout our visits to help others enjoy it just as much as we do!

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VIDEO: Frozen Ever After at Epcot | Ride Along with Us!

by Angie Violet Howell February 17, 2020
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