2023 Central Florida Scottish Highland Games

This January, break out the family tartan and head to the Central Florida Scottish Highland Games. The 45th-annual festival will take place on Saturday, January 14, and Sunday, January 15, 2023. Winter Springs, a northern suburb of Orlando, will host the weekend of athletic feats, Scottish eats, and tenor drumbeats. Here’s everything you need to … Continue reading “2023 Central Florida Scottish Highland Games”

7 Best Tea Rooms and Restaurants in Orlando

Vacation is a time to try new things, but there are moments when you simply need the comfort of daily traditions, such as teatime. Whether you’re looking for a classic cup or a caffeine-free herbal brew, January is the perfect time to sip up in Orlando. The weather’s a little cooler, but not too cold, … Continue reading “7 Best Tea Rooms and Restaurants in Orlando”

10 Best Bakeries in Orlando

December 2022 is full of sweet surprises. The month starts with National Pie Day on December 1. National Cookie Day is on December 4 and National Cupcake Day falls on December 15. Enjoy sweet treats all month long at the 10 best bakeries in Orlando. Delicious Pies Sister Honey’s serves both baked and cold pies … Continue reading “10 Best Bakeries in Orlando”

8 Unique Ways to Celebrate the Holiday Season in Orlando

Orlando is truly a magical place to spend the holidays. In December, visitors and locals alike flock to big celebrations like Grinchmas and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. But the theme parks aren’t the only places spreading holiday cheer throughout Orlando. You can find unique Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa celebrations all around Central Florida. If … Continue reading “8 Unique Ways to Celebrate the Holiday Season in Orlando”

6 Orlando Neighborhoods to Visit on Small Business Saturday

The weekend after Thanksgiving is the busiest time for U.S. retailers. While Black Friday doorbusters can be hard to pass up, the best gifts are often waiting on the shelves of small businesses. In 2010, American Express and the U.S. Small Business Administration started Small Business Saturday as an alternative to Black Friday and Cyber … Continue reading “6 Orlando Neighborhoods to Visit on Small Business Saturday”

Howl-O-Scream 2022 at SeaWorld Orlando

Howl-O-Scream is an annual Halloween event that originated at Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida. In 2021, the popular attraction came to SeaWorld Orlando for the first time. This year, it is back and even scarier than before. The frights happen on select nights from Friday, September 9 through Monday, October 31, 2022. Here is what … Continue reading “Howl-O-Scream 2022 at SeaWorld Orlando”

5 Tips for an Unforgettable Orlando Friendcation

Friendcations are having a moment. As travel restrictions ease and the appeal of Zoom happy hours wears off, we’re all looking for ways to reconnect with our squad. And what better way to catch up than a trip to Orlando? September is an ideal time for an Orlando friendcation. Since the month marks the beginning … Continue reading “5 Tips for an Unforgettable Orlando Friendcation”

Raise a Glass to Local Sips at these 6 Wineries near Orlando

Did you know that the first winery in the U.S. was in Florida? Spaniards looking for a taste of home found wild grapes in St. Augustine, so they picked and fermented them. This was in the 1500s, long before Napa Valley put American vino on the map. Today, there are great wineries throughout the state, … Continue reading “Raise a Glass to Local Sips at these 6 Wineries near Orlando”

5 Fun Ways to Celebrate Book Lovers Day in Orlando

An Orlando vacation is, of course, the perfect way to escape from everyday life. But for the other 51 weeks of the year, there are books. Literature allows us to explore exciting worlds, different eras, and new points of view without leaving the couch. Book Lovers Day is coming up on August 9. On this … Continue reading “5 Fun Ways to Celebrate Book Lovers Day in Orlando”

Seas the Day: The 7 Best Beaches Near Orlando

Relaxation. Thrilling water sports. Freshly caught seafood and juicy, tropical fruit served at beautiful shoreside restaurants. These are just some of the many things the beach has to offer. Florida has the longest coastline in the lower 48 states and there are many great beaches near Orlando. So if you’re looking to work a beach … Continue reading “Seas the Day: The 7 Best Beaches Near Orlando”