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04 Editor’s Itinerary 12 MUSEUMS & Our His 'n' Hers issue brings XX ATTRACTIONS you the best in entertainment Check out the new sites for couples and the family. and exhibits down- >>TRIP PLANNER town and on I-Drive. Spend quality family time together with these fun ideas ENTERTAINMENT outside of the theme parks. XX22 06 Hot Dates Get out and about when Festivals, Broadway shows, the sun goes down at musical concerts, exhibits and these fun party places. more. There is lots going on this month in Orlando. 20 GOLF XX 10 Summer school is Couples massages fun, especially for golfers at these area academies.

27 SHOPPING XX Orlando's home to all the famous stores, but what you're looking for just might be inside one of our unique boutiques. 48 My Orlando Vanessa Welch & Jason Brewer 30 DINING Orlando's nightly news anchor XX and weather man share their Celebrity chefs Emeril Lagasse tips for a day on the town. and Roy Yamaguchi offer Flor- ida visitors a taste of Hawaii.

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Check out these concerts coming to Orlando this spring.

MAY 7 BOSTON This classic '70s band with hits like HOT "More Than a Feelin'" and "Hitch a Ride" comes to Universal CityWalk's Hard Rock DATES Live. hardrock.com/live

MAY 14 OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW This popular folk band behind "Wagon Wheel" rocks the House of Blues stage at Downtown Disney. www.houseofblues. com/orlando

JUNE 5 NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK '80s ladies, No ice here, just princesses it's your dream come true. Your favorite THROUGH MAY 17: Epcot Flower & Garden Festival childhood boy band is Take a fresh breath of spring with beautiful and beneficial gardens, outdoor kitchens, live enter- coming to the Amway tainment and 100 topiary characters including, of course, Anna and Elsa from "Frozen." Explore downtown for all your the medicinal garden, a pepper garden, a dinosaur-plant garden and a Shakespeare garden with favorites. They're joined roses, rosemary, lavender, poppy and honeysuckle. The kids can climb around on two themed by TLC and Nelly for playgrounds, and the adults can attend how-to gardening seminars. Live music is offered select a super-entertaining and nostalgic night. evenings along with numerous food and beverage kiosks. disneyworld.com. 407.939.5277. amwaycenter.com

4 CHEF'S GALA > MAY 16 JUNE 12 Broadway Great Things The Heart of Florida United Way brings THE ROLLING STONES 6This Month together 20 of the city's top chefs for one Don't miss a special extraordinary culinary event at Epcot, night with this rock 1 ANYTHING GOES > MAY 2631 beneﬁ tting local charities. hfuw.org legend, only hitting This delightful musical won three 2011 Tony 15 cities on their "Zip 5 caption here Awards, including Best Revival. Enjoy the VIVA LA MUSICA AT SEAWORLD > Code" tour. orlando music of Cole Porter with hits like "I Get a Kick THROUGH MAY 16 citrusbowl.com Out of You." Performed inside downtown's Enjoy Latin food, music and culture at this amazing new Dr. Phillips Center for the Per- annual event at SeaWorld featuring concerts JUNE 25 forming Arts. drphillipscenter.org by internationally renowned Latin musical VELVET SESSIONS The artists and cuisine by SeaWorld executive last Thursday of every 2 ORLANDO CITY LIONS MAJOR chef Héctor Colón. seaworld.com month, Hard Rock Hotel Kaká LEAGUE SOCCER > SUMMER/FALL at Universal hosts a 6 See the Lions in their inaugural season in MLS. STAR WARS WEEKENDS > legendary performer Join the festivities on Church Street and at the MAY 15JUNE 14 like Joan Jett, The There's a Citrus Bowl downtown. orlandocitysc.com May the force be with you Fridays, Saturdays Go-Go's or Foreigner, lot more going on and Sundays at Disney's Hollywood Studios. for an intimate rock 'n' this month. 3 Visit us online: CARLOS VEGA > THROUGH JUNE 14 Enjoy special dining experiences, shows, roll cocktail party in The Orlando Museum of Art presents the work presentations, autographs and meet- the Velvet Bar & Lobby wheretraveler.com of contemporary Spanish artist Carlos Vega, and-greets with dozens of characters. Lounge. velvetsessions.

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ORLWM_150500_HotDates.indd 6 4/8/15 3:05:00 PM If you enjoy art shows, farmers markets and urban and Belgian waffles. Then shop at the area’s only Bass marketplaces like Boston’s Faneuil Hall and Seattle’s Pro Shops, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Sheplers Western Pike Place, you’re in luck. Florida’s largest daily indoor Wear, plus more than 20 in-line retailers. Newcom- artisan marketplace is now open right in your own ers scheduled to open by publication time include backyard: Artegon Marketplace Orlando. Debuting GODS & MONSTERS, the first high-end innovative last November, the 1.1 million-square-foot shopping comics and collectibles store of its kind in the coun- attraction offers a totally new kind of retail entertain- try; and the nation’s first International Hot Glass, a ment adventure unlike any other in the area. gallery and a studio where guests can create their At Artegon Marketplace, a unique blend own piece of art. of talented artists, craftspeople, world- While one-of-a-kind shopping is the renowned anchor tenants and interactive, cake at Artegon Marketplace, the icing is a immersive entertainment collide in one kaleidoscope of live and interactive enter- amazing location. Distinctive to the shop- tainment. Sip a cold brew at Toby Keith’s I ping attraction is The Village at Artegon Love This Bar & Grill, take in the latest flick Marketplace, housing 165 artisanal shops and at Cinemark Theaters, or climb an expansive stores where local craftspeople sell and demonstrate ropes course. Sky Zone, an indoor trampoline park, their products and services, from hand-made leather is scheduled to open this summer. Enjoy live enter- goods, accessories and jewelry to mixed media art- tainment every weekend, from jugglers to stilt walkers work, custom clothing and locally-sourced foods. to singers. Food Truck Fridays, art, wine and jazz Every visit to Artegon Marketplace affords a strolls, and family-friendly activities exemplify the new discovery. Watch a glass-blown work of art take center’s ever-changing calendar of events. shape. Speak with a custom jeweler as she completes “Artegon Marketplace is a new place for residents your memory-making piece. Interact with caricatur- to experience the sights, sounds, and flavors unique to ists or get a henna tattoo. Purchase locally-sourced Central Florida and take home a hand-made treasure. culinary delights, from honey to hot sauce. Savor a There’s simply no other destination like it in our area,” variety of food, from sushi and pizza to frozen yogurt said General Manager Thearon Scurlock.

The center is open daily and located in the former Festival Bay on north International Drive, with easy access for local residents via W. Oak Ridge Road, Sand Lake Road, and other alternatives to I-4. For more information, visit www.ArtegonMarketplace.com.

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Madame Tussauds Orlando Orlando Science Center Orlando Sealife Aquarium Experience famous Americans with this The Mummies of the World exhibition Experience many underwater worlds filled new, immersive and interactive wax attrac- debuts June 13. Experience naturally and with a huge array of sea creatures. Come tion. Shake hands with the president, get intentionally preserved mummies along face-to-face with sharks, visit the hands-on on stage with Lady Gaga or up close and with their related artifacts from around the touch pool and the interactive “talking” personal with Taylor Swift and take the ul- world. Through science and engaging in- aquarium or stroll through the 360-degree timate selfie. www.madametussauds.com/ teractions, the collection reveals a window ocean tunnel. Open daily. www.visitsealife. orlando. 8329 International Drive. into the lives of ancient people. www. osc. com. 8337 International Drive. org. 777 E. Princeton St.

Hollywood Studios—This theme park dives SeaWorld— Immerse yourself in the sea, from Theme Parks into Hollywood with live stage shows and up-close animal encounters to awe-inspiring Animal Kingdom—From live animals to dinosaurs movie-themed rides. Must-stops are Tower of performances to thrilling rides. Come face-to- and animal characters, your imagination runs wild Terror, Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster, Toy Story Mania face with Shamu, play at Happy Harbor, feed a in this beautifully designed park. Hop aboard a and the Disney Jr. live show. Let the kids loose in sea lion, ride the roller coaster Manta and shop safari in Africa for close animal encounters then the Honey I Shrunk the Kids playground. www. and dine at the Waterfront. www.seaworldor- head to Asia’s Mount Everest coaster. The petting disneyworld.com. 407.824.4321. lando.com. 7007 SeaWorld Drive, 888.800.5447. zoo, DinoLand U.S.A. and the themed-playground Legoland—This 150-acre theme park and water Unversal Islands of Adventure—Everyone will win over the kids, along with The Lion King live park offers more than 50 rides, shows and has fun with six uniquely-themed islands: Seuss show. www.disneyworld.com. 407.824.4321. hands-on attractions geared for families with Landing, The Lost Continent, Jurassic Park, Discovery Cove—Swim with dolphins, wade with children ages 2-12. The new Duplo Valley attrac- Toon Lagoon, Marvel Super Hero Island and The rays, snorkel among thousands of exotic fish and tion features interactive playgrounds, a train Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Best bets are hand-feed tropical birds in a free-flight aviary. and a tractor ride designed just for toddlers. The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man and Discovery Cove’s full-day, all-inclusive adventures Save time for exploring the beautiful Cypress Incredible Hulk Coaster, along with Harry Potter include all meals, drinks and gear along with Gardens on the lake. www.legoland.com. 1 and the Forbidden Journey at Hogsmeade. admission to SeaWorld or Busch Gardens. www. Legoland Way, Winter Haven, 877.350.5346. www.universalorlando.com. 1000 Universal discoverycove.com. 6000 Discovery Cove Way, Studios Plaza, 407.363.8000. Magic Kingdom—Cinderella Castle serves as 888.800.5447. the center of Mickey’s magical wonderland. Universal Studios—Be a part of the Hollywood Epcot—Distinguished by its glistening geosphere, Meet your favorite characters and enjoy the experience with thrilling rollercoasters, simula- Epcot offers visitors a look into the world’s technol- rides, from classics like It’s a Small World and tors and 3-D shows. Don’t miss the new Wizard- ogy. Don’t miss Mission: Space, Soarin,’ Test Track Space Mountain to new experiences like Peter ing World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley, featur- and the aquarium. World Showcase depicts 11 Pan, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Under the ing the Escape to Gringotts ride and Hogwarts countries around a scenic lake so guests can dine, Sea. Parades provide lively entertainment, with Express. Other must-sees are Men in Black, drink, shop and be entertained from a global per- the Wishes fireworks as the grand finale. www. Revenge of the Mummy and the Simpsons Ride. spective. www.disneyworld.com. 407.824.4321. disneyworld.com. 407.824.4321. Kids will love the Fievel and Curious George ando S ea l i f e O r ando ME r l in, R odgers & Cowan, (From Le f t) Courtesy

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playgrounds. www.universalorlando.com. 6000 Plaza Blvd., Kissimmee, 407.397.2509. 5700 Fun org. Pioneer Village, 2491 Babb Road, Kissim- Universal Blvd., 407.363.8000. Spot Way, 407.363.3867. mee, 407.396.8644.; Museum, 4155 W. Vine St., Kissimmee. Green MeadoWs pettinG farM—Visit more than Attractions: Disney/Kissimmee 300 farm animals in a beautiful, country setting. saMMy duVall’s Watersports Centre—Parasail, Buena Vista Watersports and paradise www.greenmeadowsfarm.com. 1368 South Poin- wakeboard, waterski or just enjoy a guided lake CoVe—Rent jet skis or try waterskiing, tubing or ciana Blvd., Kissimmee, 407.846.0770. tour from Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Open daily. www.sammyduvall.com. 4600 World Drive, wakeboarding on scenic Lake Bryan. www.bvwater- MaChine Gun aMeriCa—Guests get to shoot 407.939.0754. sports.com. 13245 Lake Bryan Drive, 407.239.6939. real machine guns and other exotic firearms or disneyquest, Walt disney World—Five floors of try realistic, military-grade simulators. There is tree trek adVenture park—This tree-top adven- interactive attractions, rides and games combining a special area away from the range for children ture course allows visitors to test their mental and Disney characters and stories with immersive tech- under 13. www.machinegunamerica.com. 5825 physical skills in a series of obstacles like Tarzan-like nologies. You can even design and ride your own W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, swings, ladders, suspended bridges, scramble roller coaster. www.disneyworld.com. Downtown 4 07.278.18 0 0. nets and swinging logs along with two 425-foot zip lines. Ages 7 and up. Open daily from 8 am to dusk. Disney, 407.828.4600. old toWn usa—This amusement park that takes www.orlandotreetrek.com. 7625 Sinclair Road, Kis- you back to the good old days with family- espn Wide World of sports—This sports complex simmee, 407.797.8735. on Disney World property is home to professional friendly rides, an old-timey downtown with baseball’s spring training and various amateur restaurants and specialty shops and plenty of sporting events, from cheerleading to soccer. entertainment like car shows on the weekends. Attractions: I-Drive Area www.disneyworld.com. 700 Victory Way, Kissim- Free admission and parking. www.myoldtownu- Csi: the experienCe—Test your inner crime solver mee, 4 07.828.3267. sa.com. 5770 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, at this interactive exhibit based on the hit TV show Kissimmee, 407.396.4888. where you analyze the evidence of up to three fantasy surf—Catch the ultimate indoor wave at crime scenes. Stay for the DaVinci exhibit and the this interactive aquatic sport facility. Learn to surf, osCeola County historiCal soCiety—Experi- 3D art show. www.csiexhibit.com. 7220 Interna- skate or snowboard in a safe, controlled environ- ence Old Florida and learn about the area long tional Drive, 407.226.7220. ment. www.ultimateindoorwave.com. 5151 Kyngs before the days of theme parks, resorts and Heath Road, 407.396.7433. swimming pools. The authentic village includes esCapoloGy—At this innovative attraction, teams eight historic buildings from the 1800s in the of up to 5 players find clues and solve puzzles fun spot usa—Try one of four extreme go-kart midst of beautiful hiking, biking and paddling to discover the key to the escape door within 60 tracks or climb on the world’s tallest Skycoaster trails. The on-site welcome center and history minutes. Each game is based loosely on historical where you soar from 300 feet. Free parking, open museum feature state-of-the-art, interactive events. www.escapology.com. 11951 International daily. www.funspotattractions.com. 2850Florida exhibits which tell the stories of Florida’s earliest Drive, 407.278.1515. settlers. Admission is free. www.osceolahistory.

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Hard KnocKs—This impressive laser tag center Holy land ExpEriEncE—At this attraction, the brings out the kid in everyone. www.indoorwar. world of the Bible is offered through educational com. Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, presentations, historical exhibits and dramatic 407.359.9091. musicals. www.holylandexperience.com. 4655 Vineland Road, 800.447.7235. I Fly orlando—Experience the sensation of skydiving in this indoor facility while friends and K1 SpEEd—Race electric, Italian pro-karts that reach family look on. www.iflyworld.com. 6805 Visitors speeds of 50 mph, all on a huge, indoor track. Circle, 407.903.1150. Open daily. www.k1speed.com. 9550 Parksouth Court, 407.434.7500. nascar I-drIve—I-Drive NASCAR Indoor Kart Racing is an entertainment complex with state- orlando Kart cEntEr—This arcade and outdoor of-the-art, eco-friendly electric karts. Visitors track is a challenging course with real curbing can compete with each other reaching speeds of and bumps. www.orlandokartcenter.com. 10924 up to 45 mph. The indoor location also includes Cosmonaut Blvd., 407.480.2477. bowling, gaming, meeting rooms and a restau- HAYAL POZANTI rant. www.idrivenascar.com. 5228 Vanguard St., Data Double, 2014 Acrylic on wooden panel Attractions: Beyond Orlando 407.354.3939. 40 x 40 inches Courtesy of the artist and BluE Spring StatE parK— A winter haven for mana- THe orlando eye—This spring, visitors can Jessica Silverman Gallery tees, in the spring, visitors can enjoy kayaking, hop aboard a 400-foot-tall observation wheel swimming and nature presentations by crystal- where they’ll ride inside a fully enclosed, air- clear waters. Playgrounds and picnic areas are also conditioned glass capsule for stunning views provided. www.floridastateparks.org/bluespring/. of the attractions, the downtown skyline, and 2100 W. French Ave., Orange City, 386.775.3663. on clear days, all the way to the Kennedy Space Center. Free parking. www.officialorlandoeye. BoK towEr gardEnS—This gorgeous 250-acre com. I-Drive 360, 8445 International Drive, National Historic Landmark sits on peninsular 866.228.6438. Florida’s highest point and features Olmsted- Now through August 2 designed landscaped gardens crowned with a rIpley’s BelIeve IT or noT!—Thanks to the TV majestic bell tower which plays music by the hour. show with the same name, this attraction has www.boktowergardens.org. 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake become a favorite with its dinosaur exhibit, Wales, 863.676.1408. Odditorium and an Egyptian mummy. www. ripleys.com/orlando. 8201 International Drive, FREE ADMISSION • rollins.edu/cfam BuScH gardEnS tampa Bay—From extreme roller 4 07.3 63.4 418. coasters to up-close animal encounters, this park features thrill rides along with world-wide adven- sKeleTons: anImals UnveIled—See over ture. Best bets are Cheetah Hunt, SheiKra and the 400 skeletons of a variety of animals in clever new Falcon’s Fury. www.buschgardens.com. 1001 and unusual poses and dioramas. Part of the N. Malcolm McKinley Drive, Tampa, 888.800.5447. educational and “icky” fun is a tank where real bones are still in the decomposition process and cEntral Florida Zoo & Botanical gardEnS— crawling with flesh-eating beetles. Free parking. See more than 400 animals, admire an impressive www.skeletonmuseum.com. I-Drive 360, 8441 collection of big cats or take a ride through the International Drive. 407.203.6999. lush surroundings on the train. www.centralflor- idazoo.org. 3755 N. US Highway 17-92, Sanford, TITanIc-THe experIence—Visitors can immerse 407.323.4450. themselves in history from over 100 years ago through the interactive museum, guided tours, clEarwatEr marinE aquarium—Come see Win- full-scale recreations of the Titanic’s grand ter, the star of the hit movie, “Dolphin Tale!” She staircase and real items from the famously calls this place home, along with sea turtles, otters, doomed shipwreck. Open daily. Stay for the stingrays and sharks. Don’t miss the special tours dinner theater show Fr and Sa nights. www. and shows. www.seewinter.com. 249 Windward titanictheexperience.com. 7324 International Passage, Clearwater, 727.441.1790. Drive, 407.248.1166. daytona intErnational SpEEdway—If you can’t WHIrlydome—WhirlyBall combines bumper come for one of their world-famous races, daily cars, basketball, Jai-alai and hockey inside a tours give you a look inside the World Center of 25,000-square-foot dome. Bowling, laser tag Racing. See the famed track and pit road, the Driv- and arcade games promise more indoor fun. ers Meeting Room, Sprint Cup garages, Gatorade Closed on M. www.whirlydome.com. 6464 Inter- Victory Lane and the press box. “NASCAR 3D: national Drive, 407.212.3030. The IMAX Experience” puts you in the driver’s seat, with the sounds and sights of a speedway WonderWorKs—The interactive “laboratory” www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com. 1801 W. features 100 experiences, such as hurricane and International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach, 800. earthquake simulators, along with virtual-reality PIT.SHOP. sports, an indoor ropes course and a laser-tag arena. Stay for the Outta Control Magic Dinner Florida SKydiving—Experience the thrill of a Show. www.wonderworksonline.com. Pointe lifetime when you jump out of an airplane at 14,000 Orlando, 9067 International Drive, 407.351.8800. feet. www.floridaskydiving.com. 440 S. Airport Road, Lake Wales, 863.678.1003. Attractions: Other KEnnEdy SpacE cEntEr viSitor complEx—The epic story of the U.S. space program comes to life GaTorland—This theme park and nature preserve with fun and educational activities. See the actual combines Old Florida charm with exciting wildlife Saturn V moon rocket, the Angry Birds Space exhibits and live entertainment. View a breeding Encounter, 3D IMAX films, Astronaut Encounter, marsh, climb the observation tower, watch the Exploration Space: Explorers Wanted and the As- alligator wrestling show and ride the zipline. Open tronaut’s Hall of Fame. The new $100 million home daily. www.gatorland.com. 14501 S. Orange Blos- for the Space Shuttle Atlantis SM opened last year. som Trail, 800.393.5297. www.kennedyspacecenter.com. 321.449.4444.

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Hard KnocKs—This impressive laser tag center Holy land ExpEriEncE—At this attraction, the brings out the kid in everyone. www.indoorwar. world of the Bible is offered through educational com. Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, presentations, historical exhibits and dramatic 407.359.9091. musicals. www.holylandexperience.com. 4655 Vineland Road, 800.447.7235. I Fly orlando—Experience the sensation of skydiving in this indoor facility while friends and K1 SpEEd—Race electric, Italian pro-karts that reach family look on. www.iflyworld.com. 6805 Visitors speeds of 50 mph, all on a huge, indoor track. Circle, 407.903.1150. Open daily. www.k1speed.com. 9550 Parksouth Court, 407.434.7500. nascar I-drIve—I-Drive NASCAR Indoor Kart here. Racing is an entertainment complex with state- orlando Kart cEntEr—This arcade and outdoor of-the-art, eco-friendly electric karts. Visitors track is a challenging course with real curbing can compete with each other reaching speeds of and bumps. www.orlandokartcenter.com. 10924 up to 45 mph. The indoor location also includes Cosmonaut Blvd., 407.480.2477. bowling, gaming, meeting rooms and a restaurant. www.idrivenascar.com. 5228 Vanguard St., Attractions: Beyond Orlando 407.354.3939. BluE Spring StatE parK— A winter haven for mana- THe orlando eye—This spring, visitors can tees, in the spring, visitors can enjoy kayaking, hop aboard a 400-foot-tall observation wheel there. swimming and nature presentations by crystal- where they’ll ride inside a fully enclosed, air- clear waters. Playgrounds and picnic areas are also conditioned glass capsule for stunning views provided. www.floridastateparks.org/bluespring/. of the attractions, the downtown skyline, and 2100 W. French Ave., Orange City, 386.775.3663. on clear days, all the way to the Kennedy Space Center. Free parking. www.officialorlandoeye. BoK towEr gardEnS—This gorgeous 250-acre com. I-Drive 360, 8445 International Drive, National Historic Landmark sits on peninsular 866.228.6438. Florida’s highest point and features Olmsted- designed landscaped gardens crowned with a rIpley’s BelIeve IT or noT!—Thanks to the TV majestic bell tower which plays music by the hour. show with the same name, this attraction has www.boktowergardens.org. 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake become a favorite with its dinosaur exhibit, every Wales, 863.676.1408. Odditorium and an Egyptian mummy. www. ripleys.com/orlando. 8201 International Drive, BuScH gardEnS tampa Bay—From extreme roller 4 07.3 63.4 418. coasters to up-close animal encounters, this park features thrill rides along with world-wide adven- sKeleTons: anImals UnveIled—See over ture. Best bets are Cheetah Hunt, SheiKra and the 400 skeletons of a variety of animals in clever new Falcon’s Fury. www.buschgardens.com. 1001 and unusual poses and dioramas. Part of the N. Malcolm McKinley Drive, Tampa, 888.800.5447. educational and “icky” fun is a tank where real bones are still in the decomposition process and ® cEntral Florida Zoo & Botanical gardEnS— crawling with flesh-eating beetles. Free parking. See more than 400 animals, admire an impressive www.skeletonmuseum.com. I-Drive 360, 8441 where collection of big cats or take a ride through the International Drive. 407.203.6999. lush surroundings on the train. www.centralflor- idazoo.org. 3755 N. US Highway 17-92, Sanford, TITanIc-THe experIence—Visitors can immerse 407.323.4450. themselves in history from over 100 years ago through the interactive museum, guided tours, clEarwatEr marinE aquarium—Come see Win- full-scale recreations of the Titanic’s grand All the lowdown you ter, the star of the hit movie, “Dolphin Tale!” She staircase and real items from the famously calls this place home, along with sea turtles, otters, doomed shipwreck. Open daily. Stay for the can download. stingrays and sharks. 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Lakeridge Winery & Vineyard—Most of the Kissimmee swamp Tours—Enjoy an exciting, orlando Heli-Tours—Four tours offered, cover- segway Tours of CeleBraTion—Take a glide on a plantings on the 127-acre estate are Florida hybrid 90-minute tour through the headwaters of the ing Walt Disney World, SeaWorld and beyond. Segway through the picturesque town that Disney bunch grapes and varieties of Muscadine. Table Florida Everglades. Open daily. www.kissim- www.orlandohelitours.com. 5519 W. U.S. Highway built. www.zetours.com. 5487 Irlo Bronson Memo- and sparkling wines are produced here and can be meeswamptours.com. 4500 Joe Overstreet Road, 192, Kissimmee, 407.397.0226; 12651 International rial Highway, Kissimmee, 321.250.1211. sampled in the tasting room. Open daily. www.lak- Kenansville, 407.436.1059. Drive, 407.239.TOUR. warBird advenTures—Come fly like the aces of eridgewinery.com. 19239 U.S. 27 North, Clermont, orlando Balloon rides—Put this on your bucket paddleBoard orlando—Orlando is home to hun- yesteryear in some of the most significant military 800.768.9463. list. The largest passenger ride operator on the dreds of lakes, and getting out on a paddleboard aircraft in history. Perfect for beginning fliers and reVoLution off road—Learn to ride an ATV, gear Eastern seaboard offers daily flights at sunrise in or kayak is the ideal way to explore. Choose from even pilots, you take the controls in the front seat up for bass fishing, or tool around on dune buggies the Disney area, followed by a champagne toast. beginner lessons on the beautiful Lake Killarney or while an experienced instructor rides along. www. and 4x4s. www.revolutionoffroad.com. 4000 SR 33, www.orlandoballoonrides.com. 44294 US Highway take a full-day excursion to Wekiwa Springs. Open warbirdadventures.com. 233 N. Hoagland Blvd., Clermont, 352.400.1322. 27, Davenport, 407.894.5040. daily. www.paddleboardorlando.com. 407.870.7366.

ShoWcaSe of citruS—A 2,500-acre you-pick farm wild florida—Experience Florida wilderness and with 70 varieties of citrus. Visitors can shop for wildlife at its best on the shores of beautiful Cy- homemade products in the country store, enjoy a press Lake. Airboat tours, tropical bird aviary, pet- famous frozen creamsicle or take a safari tour on ting zoo, alligator farm, cafe, gift shop, scenic dock a giant 4x4. www.showcaseofcitrus.com. 5010 US and fishing pier along with guided hunting and Highway 27, Clermont, 352.394.4377. fishing trips. Closed Su. www.wildfloridairboats. com. 3301 Lake Cypress Road, 407.957.3135. Zoomair adVenture Park—Zipline trough the trees of the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical winTer parK sCeniC BoaT Tour—Relax on this Gardens in Sanford, north of downtown Orlando. one-hour narrated tour through the lakes and ca- ZOOm Air’s many courses are deftly woven into nals of beautiful Winter Park. See waterfront homes the area’s natural blackwater floodplain swamp on while learning the history of this quaint community. the zoo property. Choose your own adventure with Rides daily, cash only. Rides daily from 10 am to 4 rainforest rides or courses designed just for little pm. www.scenicboattours.com. 312 E. Morse Blvd., ones. www.zoomair.us. 3755 NW Highway 17-92, Winter Park, 407.644.4056. 407.323.4450. Water Parks Miniature Golf seaworld’s aquaTiCa—Enjoy the serene to the congo riVer goLf—Have fun putting your way wild, with white, sandy beaches, up-close animal through an elaborate 18-hole and 36-hole courses experiences, lush landscaping and thrilling rides. in a jungle setting. www.congoriver.com. 5901 New this year is Ihu’s Breakaway Falls, an 80-foot International Drive, Kissimmee, 407.248.9181. slide with four, 360-degree turns. www.aquaticaby- seaworld.com. 5800 Water Play Way, 888.800.5447. diSney’S Winter SummerLand—A winter-themed and a summer-themed course complete with walT disney world’s Blizzard BeaCH—Chill at snowmen and surfboards. www.disneyworld. the Melt-Away-Bay wave pool, take a ride on the disney.go.com. Outside Disney’s Blizzard Beach, chair lift to the top of the mountain, zip down the 4 07.939.5277. 12-story Mount Gushmore or catch a thrill on Sum- mit Plummet. Fun for all ages. www.disneyworld. haWaiian rumbLe adVenture goLf—Play in com. Walt Disney World Resort, 1534 W. Buena an elaborate Hawaiian setting complete with Vista Drive, 407.939.7812. waterfalls and a 50-foot volcano spewing fire and lava. www.hawaiianrumbleorlando.com. 13529 S. walT disney world’s TypHoon lagoon—Float Apopka Vineland Road, 407.239.8300. 8969 Interna- along a lazy river, snorkel with fish, plunge down tional Drive, 407.351.7733. nine water slides and take on one of the world’s largest artificially created waves. www.disneyworld. Pirate’S coVe adVenture goLf—Two 18-hole com. Walt Disney World, 407.824.4321. courses feature caves, footbridges, waterfalls, cannons and even mischievous pirates. www. weT ‘n wild—Hang out with the little ones at Blast- piratescove.net. 8501 International Drive, away Beach’s water playground or plummet down 407.352.7378. Crossroads at Lake Buena Vista, a steep water slide. Don’t miss the thrilling Bomb 12545 State Road 535, 407.827.1242. Bay or the Storm. www.wetnwild.com. 6200 Interna- tional Drive, 407.351.1800. Tours boggy creek airboat rideS—Spot exotic birds, Museums & Galleries turtles and alligators in their natural environment alBin polaseK museum and sCulpTure while zooming on an air boat. Three tour options gardens—Listed on the National Register for His- are available including a nighttime ride. www. toric Places and a member of the National Trust’s bcairboats.com. 2001 E Southport Road, Kissim- historic Artists’ Homes and Studios, the museum mee, 407.344.9550. exhibits a permanent collection plus 3 acres of lakefront sculpture gardens. Tu-Sa 10 am-4 pm, Su doLPhin ParadiSe tourS—Explore Orlando’s clos- 1-4 pm www.polasek.org. 633 Osceola Ave., Winter est beach, Cocoa Beach, and even visit a secluded Park. 4 07.6 47.62 94. island. Hop aboard a dolphin cruise, take a fishing trip or rent a kayak or paddleboat. www.dolphin- CHarles Hosmer morse museum of ameriCan paradisetours.com. 2700 Harbortown Drive, Merritt arT—Featuring the world’s most comprehensive Island, 321.848.2486. collection by Louis Comfort Tiffany, including glass windows and lamps, blown glass, pottery, jewelry, fLorida eco-SafariS—Pedal through the treetops paintings and the Tiffany chapel. Tu-Sa 9:30 am-4 over forested wetlands, conquer Central Florida’s pm; Su, 1-4 pm. Free Friday night admission 4-8 pm biggest zipline or explore 4,700 acres of pristine in May. www.morsemuseum.org. 445 N. Park Ave., conservation lands. www.floridaecosafaris.com. Winter Park, 407.645.5311. 4755 N. Kenansville Road, St. Cloud, 407.957.9794.

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Manatees - $40 per person) majestic bell tower which plays music by the hour. www.boktowergardens.org. 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Cornell Fine Arts MuseuM At rollins dolphinparadisetours.com Wales, 863.676.1408. College—Featuring a prestigious collection of European and American paintings, sculpture disney wilderness Preserve—Home to hiking and decorative arts, alongside student and visit- Go Paddleboard Cocoa Beach trails, hundreds of wildlife species and bordered ing artist exhibitions on the beautiful lakefront (Awesome 2 Hour Tour - $40 per person) by one of the last remaining undeveloped lakes campus of Rollins College. Free admission. gopaddleboardcocoabeach.com in Central Florida. 2700 Scrub Jay Trail, Kissim- www.rollins.edu/cfam. 1000 Holt Ave., Winter mee, 407.935.0002. Park, 407.646.2526. Forever Florida—This working cattle ranch con- MAitlAnd Art Center—Built in 1937 as a quiet Island Time Kayaking tains nearly 5,000 acres with 10 miles of hiking colony for artists to exercise creativity and col- (2 Hour Tour - $30 per person) trails and eco-adventures. Spot alligators, the laboration, the Maitland Art Center is one of the islandtimekayaking-com.webs.com Florida panther, black bears and white-tail deer. Southeast’s only remaining examples of fantasy www.foreverflorida.com. 4755 N. Kenansville architecture and has recently been added to the Road, St. Cloud, 407.957.9794. list of National Historic Landmarks. www.maitlan- Harry P. leu Gardens—Fifty acres of Southern- dartcenter.org. 231 W. Packwood Ave., Maitland, Shark Bait Fishing Co. (2 Hr. Saltwater Fishing - $39.99 per person) styled gardens, including Florida’s largest formal 407.539.2181. sharkbaitﬁ shingco.com rose garden and an 1880s house, museum and Mennello MuseuM oF AMeriCAn Art—Cl000This butterfly garden. Open daily. www.leugardens.org. beautiful lakefront facility is home to a permanent 1920 N. Forest Ave., 407.246.2620. collection of paintings by American Primitive artist kelly Park—Rent a tube and float down a river fed Earl Cunningham, along with other traditional and Buy one Ticket Get One FREE by Rock Springs. The 3/4-mile ride through refresh- contemporary artists. Closed Mondays. www.men- Must present ad. Valid for ﬁ rst time customers only. Expires 321-848-2486 6/30/15 WHERE ing 68 degree crystalline water takes 25 minutes. $5 nellomuseum.org. 900 E. Princeton St., Loch Haven per vehicle. www.orangecountyfl.net. 400 E. Kelly Cultural Park, 407.246.4278. Book Your Day Online - Walk Ups Welcome! Park Road, 407.254.1902. orAnge County regionAl History Cen- lake eola Park—Popular downtown public park ter—Journey through the region’s fascinating 2700 Harbortown Dr. • Merritt Island for strolling and feeding ducks. A playground and transition from Indian settlement to small citrus swan-boat rentals are on site. Trendy restaurants, and cattle town to today’s worldwide destination. bars and shopping are steps away. A huge Sunday www.thehistorycenter.org. 65 E. Central Blvd., farmers market is fun for the whole family, and free 407.836.8500. yoga is held on the lawn at 10 am. www.cityofor- orlAndo MuseuM oF Art— With permanent lando.net. 195 N. Rosalind Ave. collections of American art, African art and works ® lake louisa sTaTe Park—Try geo-caching around of the ancient Americas, the museum also hosts the park in a virtual treasure hunt. Visitors love prominent traveling exhibitions. Don’t miss the where you are. swimming, biking, kayaking and canoeing. $5 Carlos Vega exhibit going on now. www.omart. per vehicle. www.floridastateparks.org/park/ org. Loch Haven Cultural Park, 2416 N. Mills Ave., (and where you’re going.) lakelouisa 7305 US Highway 27, 352.394.3969. 407.896.4231. locH Haven Park—Nestled between three lakes, orlAndo sCienCe Center—Themed exhibits this picturesque park serves as Orlando’s pre- teach while they entertain. The center also mier cultural center housing several museums features an observatory, with one of the region’s and theaters including the Manello Museum of most powerful telescopes, and a CineDome with American Art, Oralndo Science Center and the large-format films and laser-light shows. www.osc. Orlando Museum of Art. www.cityoforlando.net. org. Loch Haven Cultural Park, 777 E. Princeton St., 777 E. Princeton St. 407.514.2000. Step-by-step directions Mead BoTanical Garden—This idyllic 55-acre gar- Winter PArk HistoriCAl MuseuM—If you’re den is an urban oasis with nature trails, boardwalks, fascinated by the charming town of Winter Park, from where you are to wetlands, camellia groves and picnic pavilions. visit this museum where changing exhibits feature where you want to go. www.meadgarden.org. 1300 S Denning Drive, photographs, artifacts and objects that explore Winter Park, 407.262.2049. the city’s history. Free. Open Tu-F from 10 am to 4 wheretraveler.com pm. www.wphistory.org. 200 W. New England Ave., Now on your iPhone. TiBeT-BuTler Preserve—See tortoises, indigo Winter Park, 407.647.2330. snakes, red-bellied woodpeckers, kingfishers and even a bald eagle with four miles of trails ZorA neAle Hurston nAtionAl MuseuM oF Fine and elevated boardwalks. Free admission. www. Arts—Delve into African-American heritage floridaconservation.org. 8777 State Road 535, through works of art named for one of the pre- 407.876.6696. eminent writers of 20th-century literature, from the Harlem Renaissance to “Their Eyes Were wekiwa sPrinGs sTaTe Park—Swim or snorkel in Watching God.” Call for hours. Closed Su. www. the crystal-clear freshwater spring. Also enjoy fish- zoranealehurstonmuseum.com. 227 E. Kennedy ing, kayaking, canoeing or horseback riding. $6 per Blvd., Eatonville, 407.647.3307. vehicle. www.floridastateparks.org/wekiwasprings. 1800 Wekiwa Circle, Apopka, 407.884.2008.

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CityArts FACtory—Located in the Downtown Arts District, CityArts Factory is the area’s largest Parks & Gardens collective of art galleries, showcasing local and Bok Tower Gardens—This gorgeous 250-acre international works of art, rotated monthly. Free National Historic Landmark sits on peninsular admission Tu-Sa. Be sure to check out Third Thurs- Florida’s highest point and features Olmsted- days. www.cityartsfactory.com. 29 S. Orange Ave., designed landscaped gardens crowned with a 407.648.7060. majestic bell tower which plays music by the hour. www.boktowergardens.org. 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Cornell Fine Arts MuseuM At rollins Wales, 863.676.1408. College—Featuring a prestigious collection of European and American paintings, sculpture disney wilderness Preserve—Home to hiking and decorative arts, alongside student and visit- trails, hundreds of wildlife species and bordered ing artist exhibitions on the beautiful lakefront by one of the last remaining undeveloped lakes campus of Rollins College. Free admission. in Central Florida. 2700 Scrub Jay Trail, Kissim- www.rollins.edu/cfam. 1000 Holt Ave., Winter mee, 407.935.0002. Park, 407.646.2526. Forever Florida—This working cattle ranch con- MAitlAnd Art Center—Built in 1937 as a quiet tains nearly 5,000 acres with 10 miles of hiking colony for artists to exercise creativity and col- trails and eco-adventures. Spot alligators, the laboration, the Maitland Art Center is one of the Florida panther, black bears and white-tail deer. Southeast’s only remaining examples of fantasy www.foreverflorida.com. 4755 N. Kenansville architecture and has recently been added to the Road, St. Cloud, 407.957.9794. list of National Historic Landmarks. www.maitlan- Harry P. leu Gardens—Fifty acres of Southern- dartcenter.org. 231 W. Packwood Ave., Maitland, styled gardens, including Florida’s largest formal 407.539.2181. rose garden and an 1880s house, museum and Mennello MuseuM oF AMeriCAn Art—Cl000This butterfly garden. Open daily. www.leugardens.org. beautiful lakefront facility is home to a permanent 1920 N. Forest Ave., 407.246.2620. collection of paintings by American Primitive artist kelly Park—Rent a tube and float down a river fed Earl Cunningham, along with other traditional and by Rock Springs. The 3/4-mile ride through refresh- contemporary artists. Closed Mondays. www.men- ing 68 degree crystalline water takes 25 minutes. $5 nellomuseum.org. 900 E. Princeton St., Loch Haven per vehicle. www.orangecountyfl.net. 400 E. Kelly Cultural Park, 407.246.4278. Park Road, 407.254.1902. orAnge County regionAl History Cen- lake eola Park—Popular downtown public park ter—Journey through the region’s fascinating for strolling and feeding ducks. A playground and transition from Indian settlement to small citrus swan-boat rentals are on site. Trendy restaurants, and cattle town to today’s worldwide destination. bars and shopping are steps away. A huge Sunday www.thehistorycenter.org. 65 E. Central Blvd., farmers market is fun for the whole family, and free 407.836.8500. yoga is held on the lawn at 10 am. www.cityofor- orlAndo MuseuM oF Art— With permanent AMERICA’S PREMIER lando.net. 195 N. Rosalind Ave. collections of American art, African art and works INDOOR KARTING CENTER lake louisa sTaTe Park—Try geo-caching around of the ancient Americas, the museum also hosts the park in a virtual treasure hunt. Visitors love prominent traveling exhibitions. Don’t miss the swimming, biking, kayaking and canoeing. $5 Carlos Vega exhibit going on now. www.omart. per vehicle. www.floridastateparks.org/park/ org. Loch Haven Cultural Park, 2416 N. Mills Ave., lakelouisa 7305 US Highway 27, 352.394.3969. 407.896.4231. locH Haven Park—Nestled between three lakes, orlAndo sCienCe Center—Themed exhibits this picturesque park serves as Orlando’s pre- teach while they entertain. The center also mier cultural center housing several museums features an observatory, with one of the region’s and theaters including the Manello Museum of most powerful telescopes, and a CineDome with American Art, Oralndo Science Center and the large-format films and laser-light shows. www.osc. Orlando Museum of Art. www.cityoforlando.net. org. Loch Haven Cultural Park, 777 E. Princeton St., 777 E. Princeton St. 407.514.2000. Mead BoTanical Garden—This idyllic 55-acre gar- Winter PArk HistoriCAl MuseuM—If you’re den is an urban oasis with nature trails, boardwalks, fascinated by the charming town of Winter Park, wetlands, camellia groves and picnic pavilions. visit this museum where changing exhibits feature www.meadgarden.org. 1300 S Denning Drive, photographs, artifacts and objects that explore Winter Park, 407.262.2049. the city’s history. Free. Open Tu-F from 10 am to 4 pm. www.wphistory.org. 200 W. New England Ave., TiBeT-BuTler Preserve—See tortoises, indigo Winter Park, 407.647.2330. snakes, red-bellied woodpeckers, kingfishers and even a bald eagle with four miles of trails ZorA neAle Hurston nAtionAl MuseuM oF Fine and elevated boardwalks. Free admission. www. 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The Arnold Palmer Golf Instruction at the David Leadbetter Academy Academy at Bay Hill Waldorf Astoria There are David Leadbetter Golf Academies Players of all ages and levels can learn the Choose from personal instruction with no all over the world, but the headquarters King’s way. Hallmarks include recognizing more than four students per instructor. Or, is at Omni ChampionsGate near Disney. individuality while working on building go for the golf boot camp to diagnose and Golfers of all abilities work on their game in your strengths and improving weak spots. correct your swing and club ﬁ tting, choose a number of ways. With four-acre practice Practice routines are tailored just for you. one-on-one instruction with a pro or sign area, two putting and chipping greens, Group and individual instruction are avail- your kids up for the Mini Tour Player groups of all sizes are welcome to hone able. 407.876.2429 package. 407.597.3780 their skills on the green. 407.787.3330

There’s a falconsfi re.com. 3200 Seralago Blvd., lot more going on Golf School. www.kissgolfclub.com. Golf Courses this May and June. Kissimmee, 407.239.5445. Visit us online: 3103 Florida Coach Drive, Kissimmee, CELEBRATION GOLF CLUBThis course’s magnifi - 4 07.8 47.2816. GRAND CYPRESS GOLF CLUBWhether wheretraveler.com cent par-72, 6,786-yard championship layout was you’re looking to improve your game, or MARRIOTT GRANDE VISTA GOLF CLUB designed by world-renowned golf course architect just want somewhere to spend a relaxing Surrounded by magnifi cent oaks and beautiful Robert Trent Jones Sr. and his son, Robert Trent afternoon, everything comes together here cypress trees, the Vista course sits on the head- Jones Jr. Amenities include a double-sided aquatic with 45 holes of Jack Nicklaus Signature golf. The waters of the Florida Everglades. The nine-hole, driving range and the Windmill Tavern. www.cel- golf academy has been ranked among the nation’s par-32 Ron Garl design with golf academy encour- ebrationgolf.com. 701 Golf Park Drive, Celebration, top golf schools. www.grandcypress.com/golf_ ages learning and development for all levels but 407.566.4653. club. 1 N. Jacaranda St., 877.330.7377. also provides challenges for the most avid golfer. CHAMPIONSGATEDesigned by Greg Norman, www.grandevistagolf.com. 12001 Avenida Verde, GRANDE LAKES AT RITZCARLTONSet at the this course offers golfers two distinct experi- 4 07.23 8.7677. headwaters of the Florida Everglades, this Greg ences. The National is an American, parkland-style Norman-designed course offers two distinct ORANGE COUNTY NATIONALFeaturing three course carved from farmland and citrus groves. settings. Several holes are routed through pristine distinct courses. Crooked Cat: This winding, links- Golfers enjoy the memorable par-3 holes, forgiv- areas, where preserved wetlands and natural style course offers unpredictable play and a mem- ing fairways and sweeping sand bunkering. The woodlands dominate. By contrast, the three orable back nine. Panther: Besides being 7,295 International offers a British Isles links experience, dynamic fi nishing holes weave alongside two tow- yards, it’s notable for its vegetation, landscapes promising a demanding game with its sand dunes ering hotels. Caddie-concierge service available. and elevations. Tooth: This nine-hole executive and scruffy roughs. www.championsgategolf. www.ritzcarlton.com. 4048 Central Florida Parkway, course on a man-made lake is great for warm-up, com. Omni Orlando Resort, 1400 Masters Blvd., 4 07.393.49 05. for practice and for kids. www.ocngolf.com. 16301 4 07.787.4 653. Phil Ritson Way, Winter Garden, 407.656.2626. KISSIMMEE BAYThe championship golf course DUBSDREADOrlando’s only municipal course, includes a complete practice area with an over- PROVIDENCEThe 18-hole, semi-private, Mike which opened in 1924, features plentiful live oak water driving range. The clubhouse features the Dasher-designed course will test the physical and trees, impressive landscaping and the Taproom, Langley Golf Museum, exhibiting antique balls, mental skills of your game. The course winds its home to one of the best burgers in town. www.his- clubs and golf memorabilia. www.playgolfi nkissim- way through creeks and lakes surrounded by large toricaldubsdread.com. 549 W. Par St., 407.246.2551. mee.com. 2801 Kissimmee Bay Blvd., Kissimmee, palms and hardwoods. Picturesque holes are chal- FALCON’S FIRERated one of the best public 407.344.4004. lenging yet fair. www.providence-golf.com. 1518 courses by Golf Digest, this Rees Jones Signature- Clubhouse Blvd., Davenport, 863.424.7916. KISSIMMEE GOLF CLUBChampionship Par 72 designed championship course is challenging yet course, driving range, fully stocked pro shop, REMINGTON GOLF CLUBA sister course to Kis- playable for golfers of all skill levels and stretches restaurant and lounge. Also home of Tee to Green simmee Bay, this public 18-hole course is a local nearly 7,000 yards from the back tees. www. favorite. Golfers have unlimited access to the

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driving range, practice areas and multiple rounds southeRn dunes Golf & CountRy Club— riagolfclub.com. 14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, of golf on the championship layout along with Designed by Steve Smyers, it’s consistently 4 07.597.3783. an all-you-can eat pass to the bar and grill. www. recognized by Golf Digest, Golf Week, and Links Walt disney WoRld Golf-lake buena Vista— playgolfinkissimmee.com. 2995 Remington Blvd., magazines as one of Florida’s best. The hillside Old-fashioned styling gives this course a country- Kissimmee, 407.344.4004. layout stretches over 7,200 yards with 100 feet of club feel. While technically shorter than other elevation changes and great views of fairways. Reunion ResoRt—Three courses designed by the Disney courses, this combines ubiquitous water Fast rolling greens test even the most experienced biggest names in golf, along with Annika Academy. with narrow fairways to create a challenging game. golfer. www.southerndunes.com. 2888 Southern Arnold Palmer’s Legacy Course is a 6,916-yard, www.golfwdw.com. Walt Disney World Resort, Dunes Blvd., Haines City, 800.632.6400. par 72, 18-hole course with dramatic, rolling hills. 407.939.4653. Jack Nicklaus’ Tradition Course is smooth with the leGends at oRanGe lake ResoRt—The crown Walt disney WoRld Golf-MaGnolia—The big- long horizon lines, tempting you to hit big. Tom jewel of this multi-course golf club is The Legends, gest and most formidable of the Disney courses. Watson’s 7,257-yard, par 72 Independence Course featuring the Links and the Pines designed by The whimsical sixth hole features a Mickey-shaped hosts a variety of bunkers and large greens. www. Arnold Palmer. Reminiscent of an old Scottish- sand trap in front of the green. Hit the ball long on reunionresort.com. 7593 Gathering Drive, Reunion, style course, the Links contains one of the longest the wide fairways but watch out for the many water 407.662.1000. holes in Florida. The Pines is tree-lined nearly every hazards and the 97 bunkers. www.golfwdw.com. step of the way. www.orangelake.com. 8505 W. Royal st. Cloud Golf links—Rolling, wide-ter- Walt Disney World Resort, 407.939.4653. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway 192, Kissimmee, raced fairways are dotted with bunkers with names 407.239.0000. Walt disney WoRld Golf-oak tRail—A nine- such as Feather, Devil’s Pocket and Hell’s Bunker– hole, par 36 course operated by Arnold Palmer just like the ones across the pond. The course, tRanquilo Golf Club—Bordered by preserved Golf Management, Oak Trail was designed with which plays 7,111 yards from the tips to 5,027 yards natural wetlands and a certified Audubon families in mind including junior tees for younger from the front, features lightning-fast greens. www. Cooperative Sanctuary, wildlife abounds. Rolling golfers. The pretty course is certified by Audubon royalstcloudgolflinks.com. 5310 Michigan Ave., St. fairways, large, undulating greens, and a lush set- International as a Cooperative Wildlife Sanctuary. Cloud, 407.891.7010. ting of woodlands and lakes combine for a calming www.golfwdw.com. Walt Disney World Resort, experience. Stop at Plancha at the turn for a great shinGle CReek Golf Club—An exceptional David 407.939.4653. Cuban lunch. www.fourseasonsorlando.com. 3451 Harman design, measuring 7,149 yards, the course Golf View Drive, 407.313.7777. Walt disney WoRld Golf-PalM—Shorter and features the Brad Brewer Golf Academy, tourna- tighter than Magnolia, the Palm is a classic Florida ment conditions, complimentary valet and a GPS WaldoRf astoRia Golf Club—This Rees Jones- course with elevated greens and tees and lots of yardage system. www.shinglecreekgolf.com. 9939 designed, 18-hole, 7,113-yard championship course water. The course is rated 4 stars by Golf Digest Universal Blvd., 407.996.9933. is open to the public. Pine and cypress trees and includes nine water hazards and 94 bunkers— line the fairways and bunkers are reminiscent of providing plenty of challenges. www.golfwdw.com. courses designed a century ago. www.waldorfasto- Walt Disney World Resort, 407.939.4653.

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Entertainment

Universal CityWalk Howl at the Moon A FUN NIGHT OUT You’ll fi nd a fun mix Drive-In Golf located near the entrance of NIGHTLIFE ON IDRIVE For a rowdy good of clubs and restaurants such as Hard CityWalk. Choose from two courses, The time, head to this high-energy piano bar. Rock Café, Jimmy Buff ett’s Margaritaville, Haunting of Ghostly Greens or Invaders Entertainers will tickle the ivories as well Red Coconut, the groove and Rising Star From Planet Putt, which immerse you into as your funny bones while playing the best karaoke bar. 11 am-2 am. No admission fee, a world of movies with outsized props and music from the ’70s to today. Drink specials but cover charges apply. For an evening special eff ects on every hole. Open daily. include buckets of Hurricanes and Cherry of entertainment for the whole family, www.universalorlando.com. 6000 Univer- Bomb shots. www.howlatthemoon.com. test your putting skills at the Hollywood sal Blvd., 407.363.8000. 8815 International Drive, 407.354.5999.

There’s a lot more going on ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Entertainment Districts Performing Arts this May and June. Visit us online: Central Florida’s resident orchestra, DISNEY’S BOARDWALKThis boardwalk created in & Comedy wheretraveler.com appearing in more than 125 performances the theme of Atlantic City’s famous stretch offers each season. www.orlandophil.org. Loch a sports bar, piano sing-along bar and dance club, BLUE MAN GROUPExpect original Haven Cultural Park, 812 E. Rollins St., as well as numerous restaurants and shops. www. rock music, audience participation and a 407.770.0071. performance like you’ve never seen before at this disneyworld.com. 2101 N. Epcot Resorts Blvd., ORLANDO SHAKESPEARE THEATERThis full-season permanent show at Universal Orlando. www.blue- 4 07.939.5277. professional theater includes the works of William man.com. 6000 Universal Blvd., 407.258.3626. DOWNTOWN DISNEYDisney for grown-ups. Party Shakespeare and other classics, holiday comedies the night away where House of Blues and Bongos CIRQUE DU SOLEILLa Nouba reinvents traditional and a series of plays for young audiences. www. Cuban Café offer exciting entertainment, or chill circus acts with acrobats and aerialists with a sur- orlandoshakes.org. Loch Haven Cultural Park, 812 out on the patio at Raglan Road Irish Pub. Disney- realistic touch. www.cirquedusoleil.com/lanouba. E. Rollins St., 407.447.1700. Downtown Disney, 1478 E. Buena Vista Drive, Quest, a bowling alley and a dine-in movie theater SAK COMEDY LABWayne Brady of “Whose Line Is It 4 07.939.76 0 0. are fun family options. www.disneyworld.com. 1780 Anyway?” started here before hitting the big time E. Buena Vista Drive, 407.828.3800. DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING at this Orlando favorite, where improv performers DOWNTOWN ORLANDOIt’s a bar hopper’s para- ARTSThis $500 million, state-of-the-art acoustical showcase their quick wit and skills. Performances dise located in several square blocks off Orange theater recently opened downtown and sets the are Tu-Sa, call for various showtimes. www.sak.com. Avenue. Church Street and Wall Street are popular stage for Broadway shows, the Orlando Ballet and 29 S. Orange Ave., 407.648.0001. areas where streets are blocked off for foot-trafﬁ c the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. www.drphil- only. You’ll ﬁ nd everything from casual bars and lipscenter.org. 455 S. Magnolia Ave., 407.839.0119. Bars, Lounges & Clubs local pubs to upscale wine bars and roof-top dance MAD COW THEATREWith a passion for both classic BÖSENDORFER LOUNGEThe Grand Bohemian’s clubs. www.downtownorlando.com. Wall Street and contemporary plays, this professional theater hotel lounge is home to an Imperial Grand Bösen- Plaza and Church Street. company presents compelling works for a wide dorfer piano, one of only two in the world. Live jazz INTERNATIONAL DRIVEThis stretch between range of audiences. www.madcowtheatre.com. 54 on weekends. www.grandbohemianhotel.com. 325 Universal and SeaWorld is a hub for nightlife and W. Church St., 407.297.8788. S. Orange Ave., 407.313.9000. entertainment for adults or the whole family. Find ORLANDO BALLETCentral Florida’s only profes- THE BEACHAM/THE SOCIALThis is the place to go dinner shows, game centers, night clubs or relaxed sional resident ballet company, with performances downtown to see the most current and up-and- pubs along with new options at I-Drive 360. at the Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts. coming indie bands. www.thesocial.org. 46 N. www.orlandoballet.org. 2211 N. Orange Ave., Orange Ave. and 54 N. Orange Ave., 407.246.1419. 4 07.426.1739.

AFTER PLAYING A ROUND at the Hollywood Drive-In Golf at Universal Orlando ‘s CityWalk, head to the nearby movie theater to top off the evening with a good flick. (FROM LEFT) @UNIVERSAL ORLANDO, COURTESY HOWL AT THE MOON HOWL AT (FROM LEFT) @UNIVERSAL ORLANDO, COURTESY

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The CourTesy—Classic and market fresh cocktails, of country music and one of the largest hardwood hard roCk live—The 2,500-capacity concert hall impeccable craft beers and distinctive wines are all dance floors in town. www.cowboysorlando.com. is equipped with the latest in sound and light served in this small and artful bar. www.thecourte- 1108 S. Orange Blossom Trail, 407.422.7115. technology, bringing in some of the biggest names sybar.com. 114 N. Orange Ave., 407.450.2041. in music. www.hardrock.com. CityWalk, 6000 don Jefe’s Tequila Parlour—A modern Mexican Universal Blvd., 407.351.5483. Club 39—The newest club venue located in the cantina with 100 types of tequila on the ever-pop- Rosen Plaza features an indoor/outdoor space ular Church Street downtown. www.donjefesor- house of blues—Hear big names as well as up- where guests can enjoy the palm trees and evening lando.com. 41 W. Church St., 407.203.0873. and-coming performers from various genres like breezes along with a DJ or live band inside. VIP rock, punk, country, blues, hip hop and more. www. ember—This cool, open-air bar and restaurant packages and bottle service available. www.rosen- hob.com. Downtown Disney, 1490 E. Buena Vista with its Mediterranean-influenced décor features plaza.com. 9700 International Drive, 407.996.9700. Drive, 407.934.2583. libations ranging from Fireball to Dom Perignon. Cowboys orlando—Kick up your boots and dance www.emberorlando.com. 42 W. Central Blvd., iCebar—Featured as one of the top 10 “Extreme at this wild Western nightclub, featuring a variety 4 07.8 49.520 0. Barhopping” bars on the Travel Channel and as “America’s Best” on the Food Network with signature cocktails, state-of-the-art lighting, ice carvings and fun DJs. www.icebarorlando.com. 8967 International Drive, 407.307.3741.

indePendenT bar—With a different theme each night, including ’80s and Indie college rock, this multi-level club has three full-service bars and two dance floors. www.independentbar.net. 70 N. Orange Ave., 407.839.0457.

laTiTudes—The open rooftop and tiki hut-style atmosphere on popular Church Street inspires shorts and flip-flops. www.churchstreetbars.com. 33 W. Church St., 407.649.4270.

kings bowl—A one-stop shop for family and grown-up entertainment, including bowling, pool, bocce and other games along with an upscale menu and full bar. 21+ after 8 pm. Opens Su-Th at 3 pm and at 11 am F and Sa. www.kingsorlando.com. 8255 S. International Drive, 407.363.0200.

mCfadden’s saloon—The New York mainstay is now part of I-Drive 360. Enjoy authentic Irish fare and American comfort food along with lively music, great drinks and the famous Fishbowl. A great spot to celebrate birthdays and bachelorette parties. 8278 Universal Blvd., 407.930.2550.

myTh—Stylish and sophisticated, this is the ideal place to grab a favorite drink or try a new concoc- tion based upon what the bartender thinks about your personality. www.hiltonbonnetcreek.com. 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, 407.597.3600.

one80—This Amway Center lounge affords fantastic views of the skyline and serves up great specials on Grey Goose cocktails. www.180downtown.com. 400 W. Church St., 407.440.7180.

ParliamenT house—A GLBT nightclub resort with seven venues including a disco, live theater and a swimming pool. www.parlimenthouse.com. 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail, 407.425.7571.

PaT o’brien’s—Sip a famous Hurricane, the 24-ounce, signature rum drink, while chatting around the flaming fountain. Or head inside to sing along to the dueling pianos. www.patobriens. com. Universal CityWalk, 6000 Universal Blvd., 407.224.2106.

The PharmaCy—Enter through an unmarked eleva- tor door to a 1920s-style speakeasy known for its craft cocktails and farm-to-table cuisine. Order the Pharmacy Manhattan and get a round of small plates for the table. www.thepharmacyorlando. com. 8060 Via Dellagio Way, 407.985.2972.

Pulse—A GLBT hotspot with specialty drinks, three unique rooms, live entertainment and lots of dancing. www.pulseorlandoclub.com. 1912 S. Orange Ave, 407.649.3888.

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Red CoConut Club—Lounge on the balcony SoutheRn niGhtS—A popular night spot for the food and eight flat screens. 19 S. Orange Ave., outside or enjoy live music and a lit-up dance floor local GLBT community in downtown’s Milk District. 407.841.4000. Cigar Bars inside. Sip on signature martinis, or splurge with www.southernnightsorl.com. 375 S. Bumby Ave., WoRld of beeR—With over 500 hundred bottles Corona Cigar Company—This store and lounge is VIP bottle service. www.universalorlando.com. Uni- 4 07.412.5 039. and over 50 taps of the best craft beers from actually a humidor. Select a cigar from the Domini- versal CityWalk, 6000 Universal Blvd., 407.224.2425. the Pub—Enjoy nightly specials, one of the city’s around the globe, you’re sure to find a new favorite. can Republic, Honduras, Nicaragua or Spain and Savoy—A low-key GLBT bar with a back patio best happy hours and traditional British fare. www. www.wobusa.com. 7800 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Suite 330, relax with a drink. www.coronacigar.com. 7792 W. and pool tables on Ivanhow Row downtown. experiencethepub.com/orlando. Pointe Orlando, 407.355.3315. Sand Lake Road, 407.248.1212; 127 S. Orange Ave., www.savoyorlando.com. 1913 N. Orange Ave. 9101 International Drive, 407.352.3205. yaRd houSe—You’ll find a center bar with seemingly 407.404.5344. 4 07.270.4 6 85. undeRGRound PubliC houSe—An American pub endless draft beers, from obscure ales to tradition- the GRoove—Featuring top-name DJs, themed with an English twist, this blends a modern atmo- al lagers. www.yardhouse.com. 8367 International Cinema lounges, special effects and high-energy sphere with the nostalgic feeling of a public house. Drive, 407.351.8220. amC Downtown Disney—Features 24 screens with atmosphere. Teen Nights regularly scheduled. Featuring craft beers, drink specials, organic loveseat-style, stadium seating and Fork & Screen, www.universalorlando.com. Universal CityWalk, allowing guests to order dinner and cocktails to 407.224.2227. their seats at the touch of a button. www.dinein. RiSinG StaR—Take the spotlight as lead singer of a amctheatres.com. 1500 E. Buena Vista Drive, band with a large selection of songs from rock ‘n’ 888.262.4386. roll and hiphop to country. www.universalorlando. amC Universal Cineplex 20—This 20-theatre com. CityWalk, Universal Orlando, 407.224.4233. Cineplex features wall-to-wall screens, state-of- the WoodS—Located on the second floor of the the-art projection and stadium-style seating. www. Historic Rose Building in downtown Orlando and amctheatres.com. CityWalk, 6000 Universal Blvd., featuring high-quality cocktails and craft beers. 407.354.3374 Fresh ingredients and originality come together at Cobb plaza Cinema Cafe 12—Downtown’s cinema this craft bar. www.thewoodsorlando.com. 49 N. featuring 12 auditoriums with luxury leather, Orange Ave., 407.203.1114. stadium seating, digital surround sound and a full tin Roof—Enjoy live music almost every night of the menu with beer and wine. www.cobbtheatres.com. week along with a great dinner and drink menu at 155 S. Orange Ave., 407.982.5444. this popular Nashville-based venue. Sit outside for enzian—The area’s only non-profit, alternative fantastic views of the new Orlando Eye observation cinema. Featuring comfortable couches, colorful wheel. 11 am to 2 am. www.tinroofbars.com. 8371 tables and a dinner menu. Annual events include International Drive, 407.270.7926. film festivals, Popcorn Flicks in the Park, a Cult velvet lounGe—In this intimate lounge inside the Classics series, and meet the filmmaker events. Hard Rock Hotel, you’ll find purple velvet, animal www.enzian.org. 1300 S Orlando Ave., Maitland, prints, sculpted metal and a beautifully curved bar. 4 07.62 9.0 05 4. www.hardrockhotelorlando.com. 5800 Universal regal Cinemas—See one of the latest movies in Blvd., 407.503.2000. one of 20 stadium-seating theaters or on the giant W XyZ baR—The fun flows at this hip Aloft Hotel bar IMAX screen. www.pointeorlando.com. Pointe with everything from pints to pinot noirs to signa- Orlando, 9101 International Drive, 407.248.9228. ture drinks and fun music. www.starwoodhotels. com/alofthotels. 500 S. Orange Ave., 407.380.3500. Dinner Shows Waitiki RetRo tiki lounGe—Located on the Capone’s Dinner & show—Discover 1931 Gang- popular Wall Street Plaza, this Polynesian-themed land Chicago. This entertaining show features restaurant and bar offers a tropical vibe with rum stand-up comedy routines, audience interaction drinks and eclectic music. www.wallstplaza.net/ and musical performances. The dinner buffet waitiki. 26 Wall Street Plaza, 407.481.1199. includes American and Italian favorites with adult beverages. www.alcapones.com. 4740 W. Irlo Bron- Breweries/Pubs son Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, 407.397.2378. bRiCk houSe—This tavern and tap room offers a hoop-Dee-Doo mUsiCal revUe—Great family fun neighborhood vibe in the heart of the visitors’ at this hoedown-style show, with old-timey favorite corridor. www.brickhousetavernandtap.com. 8440 tunes and plenty of corny jokes. Enjoy a plentiful International Drive, 407.355.0321. meal of barbecue ribs, fried chicken and all the fix- ins. Three seatings nightly. www.disneyworld.com. oRlando bReWeRy—Florida’s only certified organic Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, 407.939.3463. brewery. Brewed right on the premises, they have 21 beers on tap and offer free tours. Live music on meDieval times Dinner anD toUrnament— weekends. www.orlandobrewing.com. 1301 Atlanta Daring knights compete and joust atop Andalusian Ave., 407.872.1117. stallions. Walk through a medieval village and enjoy a four-course banquet with no silverware. www. RedliGht RedliGht—This independent micro-brew medievaltimes.com. 4510 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial haven is worth the trek outside the visitor corridor. Highway, Kissimmee, 888.935.6878. A selection of worldly beers has earned a loyal following. www.redlightredlightbeerparlour.com. sleUths mystery Dinner shows—The task at 2810 Corrine Drive, 407.893.9832. hand is to search for clues as a hilarious mystery unfolds over dinner. 7:30 pm. www.sleuths.com. RoSe & CRoWn—Inside Epcot’s World Showcase, 8267 International Drive, 407.363.1985. this pub delivers great brews in an authentic British setting. Park admission required. www. the oUtta Control Dinner show—Spectacular disneyworld.com. Epcot, Walt Disney World, magic, high-energy comedy improv and audience 4 07.939.3 4 63. participation will have you on the edge of your seat. Dinner includes unlimited hand-tossed SChumann’S JäGeR hauS—Expect great German pizza, salad, popcorn, beer, wine and soda. www. food and beer in this authentic, casual setting. 25 wonderworksonline.com. WonderWorks, 9067 W. Church St., 407.985.1950. International Drive, 407.351.8800.

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The SpiriT of AlohA—Celebrate the traditions of the Polynesian Islands through song and dance. Tu-Sa, 5:15 and 8 pm. www.disneyworld.com. Disney’s Polynesian Resort, 1600 Seven Seas Drive, 4 07.939.3 4 63.

3 MuSkeTeerS—Set in 17th-century France, romance, comedy and action-packed sword fights abound. F-Su. $63.95 plus tax/adults; $39.45/children. Includes three-course meal. www.3musketeersorlando.com. 6400 Carrier Drive, 4 07.24 8.059 0.

TiTAnic-The Dinner evenT—An entertaining and tasty way to learn about the historic sinking of the famous Titanic. Capt. Smith’s retirement party is the premise for this dinner show with dancing, songs and other surprises. Performances on F and Sa. www.titanicdinnerevent.com. 7324 International Drive, 407.248.1166.

WAnTilAn luAu—Tahitian beauties and fire-eaters tell the story and history of the South Seas while guests enjoy a South Pacific-inspired buffet. 6:30 pm Sa only. www.universalorlando.com. Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Universal Orlando, 407.503.3463. Sports Bars DAve & BuSTer’S—Eat, drink and play. With an arcade, basketball, golf and dozens of games, this entertainment venue, restaurant and sports bar is fun for all ages. www.daveandbusters.com. 8986 International Drive, 407.541.3300.

DAviD’S cluB BAr & Grill—The American gastro pub inside the Hilton Orlando is a fun spot to watch the game. A fresh and creative menu is offered alongside signature cocktails. www.thehiltonorlando.com. 6001 Destination Parkway, 407.313.4300.

Miller’S Ale houSe—Burgers, seafood, beer, and big screens at every turn make this chain of sports Where to Eat, Shop, Play and bars a no-brainer. www.millersalehouse.com., 8963 International Drive, 407.370.6688; 13536 S. John Stay Is Just a Touch Away Young Parkway, 407.852.9151; 1667 Florida Mall Ave., 407.240.4080; 8123 Bronson Memorial High- way, 407.238.4499; 12371 Winter Garden Vineland Road, 407.239.1800; Kirkman Ale House, 5573 S. Kirkman Road, 407.248.0000. Wine Bars ® eolA Wine coMpAny—Order a flight, a glass of wine Put the power of Where in the palm or purchase a bottle from the neat little wine shop. of your hand. Our Where Traveler Outdoor tables available. www.eolawinecompany. City Guide app gives you instant com. 500 E. Central Blvd., 407.481.9100. 136 S. Park Ave., Winter Park, 407.647.9103. access to thousands of hand-picked recommendations for things to do vineS Grille & Wine BAr—A full-dining menu and an ever-changing wine list with over 650 different and places to go in destinations all wines keep the options open. Happy Hour, from 4 over the world. Download it today to 7 pm nightly, features half-priced wines and ap- petizers followed by live jazz. www.vinesgrille.com. for iPhone and Android. 7533 W. Sand Lake Road, 407. 351.1227.

The Wine rooM—This swanky wine lounge features a gourmet deli and wine lockers for serious col- lectors. Choose from dozens of wines served from one ounce pours to full glasses. www.thewine- roomonline.com. 270 S. Park Ave., Winter Park, 407.696.9463.

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Winter Park Stroll along Park Avenue, the main street of charming Winter Park, where you’ll ﬁ nd upscale gift stores as well as the latest fashions. Alfresco cafés, restaurants, wine bars, art galleries and the Morse Museum of American Art are all oﬀ er- ings you can make into a day out. www. experienceparkavenue.com

There’s a your hands. Open daily. www.mymms. lot more going on candy, clothing and home goods. www. Specialty Stores com. The Florida Mall, 8001 S. Orange this May and June. disneyworld.com. Downtown Disney, 1780 Visit us online: AMERICAN GIRLFans will fi nd a complete as- Blossom Trail, 407.850.4000. Buena Vista Drive, 877. 560.6477. wheretraveler.com sortment of the company’s popular historical MORI LUGGAGE & GIFTSThe South- and contemporary dolls, along with doll outfi ts, east’s leading retailer of luggage, brief- Beauty & Spas accessories, girl-sized clothing and a variety of cases, travel accessories and leather goods. best-selling American Girl books. www.american- B INDULGED BY AVEDAFollowing Aveda’s Featured brands include Rimowa, Samsonite, girl.com. The Florida Mall, 8001 S. Orange Blossom philosophy, this new spa nurtures the body and Kipling and Tumi. Open daily. www.moriluggage. soul by pairing high-performance, natural and Trail, 877.247.5223. com. The Florida Mall, 8001 S. Orange Blossom botanically-derived products with the latest in spa CORONA CIGAR CO.A trendy hot spot, Corona’s bar Trail, 4 07.852.3 057. technology. Day guests can order from a menu of and store locations are actually 4,600-square-foot- PANDORAFind charm bracelets, rings, necklaces spa-inspired cuisine and enjoy the zero-entry pool plus humidors. Select a cigar from the Dominican and earrings – in 14K gold, sterling silver and with and fi tness center. “Glitzy” services are offered for Republic, Honduras, Nicaragua or Spain and relax semi-precious or precious gems – to match your girls ages 4-12. www.bhotelsandresorts.com. 1905 in the lounge area with a glass of port, wine or personality. www.pandora.net. The Florida Mall, Hotel Plaza Drive, 407.828.2828. beer. Open daily. www.coronacigar.com. 7792 W. 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, 407.888.5757; The Sand Lake Road, 407.248.1212. 127 S. Orange Ave., BLUE HARMONYCouples get particularly Mall at Millenia, 4200 Conroy Road, 407.370.3377. 407.404.5344. 1130 Townpark Ave., Lake Mary. pampered thanks to the luxurious couple’s suite TRADER JOE’SThis specialty grocery store chain appointed with side-by-side soaking tubs and LUGGAGE & MOREOne of the Southeast’s largest is a fan-favorite for shoppers looking for unique massage tables. www.wyndhambonnetcreek.com. dealers for Samsonite and other fi ne luggage, and and quality items at discount prices, like the three Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek, also provides repairs. www.luggagenmore.com. buck chuck wines or the oh-so-good cookie butter. 14651 Chelonia Parkway, 407.390.2300. 407.888.2810, 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail. www.traderjoes.com. 131 N. Orlando Ave., Winter BUENA VISTA PALACE HOTEL & SPAThis intimate MACRO BABYFind everything you need for mom Park, 407.622.0874; 8323 W. Sand Lake Road. spa offers clients thoughtful service and warm, and baby at this specialty store known for its ser- WHOLE FOODSWhole Foods offers a huge array inviting relaxation with 14 spacious treatment vice, expert sales staff and high-end product lines. of organic produce, meats and a great selection of rooms for massage, facials and body treatments, Select from strollers, bedding, furniture, bottles, imported cheeses and wines, perfect for a theme a full-service hair and nail salon, sauna, whirlpools, clothing and more from your favorite, most-trusted park picnic or an in-room snack. www.wholefoods- private spa pool and fi tness center. www.buenavi- brands. In-store ultrasounds available. www.mac- market.com. 8003 Turkey Lake Road, 407.355.7100. stapalace.com. Buena Vista Palace, 1900 E. Buena robaby.com. 1361 Florida Mall Ave., 877.240.5379. Vista Drive, 407.827.3200. WORLD OF DISNEYThis mega Disney retail store M&M’S WORLDLose yourself in chocolate heaven features Disney’s most beloved characters on THE HILTON ORLANDO SPAThe spa at the Hilton with vast, colorful dispensers of America’s favorite almost every imaginable item including toys, Orlando provides an environment that enables chocolate treat that melts in your mouth, not in you to rest, rejuvenate and restore using innova-

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tive products and services such as neroli orange and Under Armour. Stores are newly refurbished, blossom, lavender oil massage and seaweed baths parking is plentiful and a free hotel shuttle is to renew skin cells. Products are rich in protein, offered. Open daily. www.lbvfs.com. 15657 State minerals, vitamins, carotenoids and antioxidants Road 535, 407.238.9301. to revitalize the body. www.thehiltonorlando.com. OrlandO Premium Outlets-internatiOnal 6001 Destination Parkway. 407.313.4300. drive—Shop 180 incredible designer and name- Mandara Spa—This spa offers some of the most brand outlets and enjoy savings of 25 to 65 percent creative treatments based on both the Eastern and every day. Stores include Coach, J.Crew, Lacoste, Western cultures for your skin and body. Try the Last Call by Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue four-hand massage two therapists work on you si- Off 5th and more. Open daily. www.premiu- multaneously. Open daily. www.swandolphin.com. moutlets.com/orlando. 4951 International Drive, Walt Disney Dolphin Hotel, 407.934.4772. 407.352.9600.

the Spa at hyatt regenCy orlando—The city’s a trip to dOwntOwn disney—In this fantasy-like downtown, largest hotel also boasts the largest spa, able to Disney brings out the best in theme shopping. Visit service 200 people at a time. A great place to go, St. AuguStine the Marketplace for everything from an interactive Lego store with hands-on play areas to a festive especially if you’re own hotel is booked. Free valet. presented by Where®, St. augustine www.orlando.regency.hyatt.com. 9801 Interna- Christmas shop and one of the world’s largest tional Drive, 407.284.1234. and St. augustine ponte Vedra Disney stores. Open daily. www.disneyworld.com. 1800 E. Lake Buena Vista Drive, 407.828.3800. Marilyn Monroe Spa—The spa offers an indulgent menu with more than 100 treatment options includ- POinte OrlandO—Enjoy a mix of shops, eateries ing massage, body wraps, facials, and nail services, and entertainment venues at this tropical land- as well as hair and makeup styling. www.marilyn- scaped complex. You’ll find abundant shopping, monroespas.com. Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, 1 dining and entertainment possibilities. Don’t Grand Cypress Blvd., 407.239.1234; 115 N. Orlando miss Tommy Bahama, Tharoo & Co. and Victoria’s Ave., Winter Park. Secret. Open daily. www.pointeorlando.com. 9101 International Drive, 407.248.2838. the Spa at Shingle Creek—Relax and rejuvenate with a soothing facial or massage. For the ultimate the FlOrida mall—This upscale mall, just east of in pampering try the personalized body treatment International Drive, has 260 specialty shops and of an ultimate day spa experience. www.spaatsh- major department stores including Macy’s, Dil- inglecreek.com. Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel, 9939 lards, JC Penney and Sears. Other popular shops Universal Blvd., 407.996.9772. include American girl, Aldo, Abercrombie, Apple, Banana Republic, Bebe, Coach, Crocs, Disney, the WaldorF aStoria Spa—Luxurious therapies Guess, Michael Kors, Rolex, Sperry, Stride Rite, featuring local Florida products located inside United World Soccer and Zara. www.floridamall. a soothing environment with a client-centric ap- com. 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, 407.851.7234. proach that has made the Waldorf famous. www. waldorfastoriaorlando.com. Waldorf Astoria, 14200 the mall at millenia—With 150 upscale stores Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, 407.597.5360. and dining options, this luxury mall features © Shuttetstock /Sean Pavone anchor stores Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Neiman Outlet Malls Marcus. High-end specialty shops not to miss are Anthropologie, Banana Republic, Bebe, Cartier, lake Buena ViSta FaCtory StoreS—Save up Chanel, Gucci, Guess, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Louis to 75 percent on brands like Ann Taylor LOFT, Vuitton, Pottery Barn, Sephora, St. John Boutique, Calvin Klein, Disney, Gap, Old Navy, Guess, Levis, Win a Weekend Trip for 2. Tiffany & Co., Tory Burch and Urban Outfitters. Carter’s, Osh Kosh, Nike, Nine West, Samsonite Open daily. www.mallatmillenia.com. 4200 Conroy Enter daily through June 30th, 2015, at wheretraveler.com Road, 407.363.3555.

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Marriott World Center Spa—The resort’s OrlandO Premium Outlets-vineland avenue— full-service spa with services like massage and Save 25 to 65 percent every day at 150 designer aromatherapy leave guests feeling rejuvenated. and name-brand outlets. Shop Barneys New York, 8701 World Center Drive, 407.239.4200. Burberry, Coach, Crocs, Gap Outlet, Guess Factory Store, Lululemon, J. Crew, Nike, Salvatore Ferraga- Mokara—Though the spa offers lots of treatments mo, Tory Burch and more. Parking garage or valet for women, particular attention has been paid to recommended. Open daily. www.premiumoutlets. pampering the resort’s male guests, who can take com/orlando. 8200 Vineland Ave., 407.238.7787. full advantage of the men’s steam room and sauna before heading to a sports massage. www.omniho- tels.com. Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, Shopping Centers 1500 Masters Blvd., 407.390.6603. artegOn marketPlace—International Drive’s new- ritz-Carlton Spa—This three-level, 40,000-square- est retail attraction is home to the area’s only Bass foot spa features a selection of international Pro Shops plus Ron Jon Surf Shop, Sheplers West- treatments taken from the best Ritz-Carlton spas ern Wear, Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill, food around the world. Spa, salon and fitness center kiosks and an indoor marketplace with 165 local open daily. www.ritzcarlton.com. 4012 Central artisans and craftspeople, mini golf, movie theater Florida Parkway, 407.393.4200. and live performers on weekends provide plenty of entertainment. www.artegonmarketplace.com. the Spa at Four SeaSonS reSort—Exclusive 5250 International Drive, 407.351.7718. amenities include an experience shower with nine body spray massagers, special services such as celebratiOn—Spend a day exploring the town that the La Floridian body treatment, Sticks & Stones Disney built and perusing the shops along Market massage and Fire & Ice Facial, and even treatments and Front streets. Sanrio Surprises and Once Upon for little knights and princesses in Magical Moment a Time are great bets for kids and Market Street makeovers. www.fourseasonsorlando.com. 10100 Gallery and Soft As Grape provide the perfect Dream Tree Blvd., 407.313.7777. souvenir. 605 Market St., Celebration. the Spa at hyatt regenCy orlando—The city’s dOwntOwn disney—In this fantasy-like downtown, largest hotel also boasts the largest spa, able to Disney brings out the best in theme shopping. Visit service 200 people at a time. A great place to go, the Marketplace for everything from an interactive especially if you’re own hotel is booked. Free valet. Lego store with hands-on play areas to a festive www.orlando.regency.hyatt.com. 9801 Interna- Christmas shop and one of the world’s largest tional Drive, 407.284.1234. Disney stores. Open daily. www.disneyworld.com. 1800 E. Lake Buena Vista Drive, 407.828.3800. Marilyn Monroe Spa—The spa offers an indulgent menu with more than 100 treatment options includ- POinte OrlandO—Enjoy a mix of shops, eateries ing massage, body wraps, facials, and nail services, and entertainment venues at this tropical land- as well as hair and makeup styling. www.marilyn- scaped complex. You’ll find abundant shopping, monroespas.com. Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, 1 dining and entertainment possibilities. Don’t Grand Cypress Blvd., 407.239.1234; 115 N. Orlando miss Tommy Bahama, Tharoo & Co. and Victoria’s Ave., Winter Park. Secret. Open daily. www.pointeorlando.com. 9101 International Drive, 407.248.2838. the Spa at Shingle Creek—Relax and rejuvenate with a soothing facial or massage. For the ultimate the FlOrida mall—This upscale mall, just east of in pampering try the personalized body treatment International Drive, has 260 specialty shops and of an ultimate day spa experience. www.spaatsh- major department stores including Macy’s, Dil- inglecreek.com. Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel, 9939 lards, JC Penney and Sears. Other popular shops Universal Blvd., 407.996.9772. include American girl, Aldo, Abercrombie, Apple, Banana Republic, Bebe, Coach, Crocs, Disney, the WaldorF aStoria Spa—Luxurious therapies Guess, Michael Kors, Rolex, Sperry, Stride Rite, featuring local Florida products located inside United World Soccer and Zara. www.floridamall. a soothing environment with a client-centric ap- com. 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, 407.851.7234. proach that has made the Waldorf famous. www. waldorfastoriaorlando.com. Waldorf Astoria, 14200 the mall at millenia—With 150 upscale stores Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, 407.597.5360. and dining options, this luxury mall features anchor stores Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Neiman Outlet Malls Marcus. High-end specialty shops not to miss are Anthropologie, Banana Republic, Bebe, Cartier, lake Buena ViSta FaCtory StoreS—Save up Chanel, Gucci, Guess, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Louis to 75 percent on brands like Ann Taylor LOFT, Vuitton, Pottery Barn, Sephora, St. John Boutique, Calvin Klein, Disney, Gap, Old Navy, Guess, Levis, Tiffany & Co., Tory Burch and Urban Outfitters. Carter’s, Osh Kosh, Nike, Nine West, Samsonite Open daily. www.mallatmillenia.com. 4200 Conroy Road, 407.363.3555.

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Roy’s Emeril’s Tchoup Chop HAWAIIAN FUSION On Orlando’s famed sweet ginger butter or the braised short HAWAIIAN FUSION Celebrity chef Emeril Restaurant Row is this outpost of Celebrity ribs. During Aloha Hour, daily until 6:30 pm Lagasse goes Polynesian here. The lively chef Roy Yamaguchi. The cuisine is pre- and after 9 pm, Roy’s features specials on dining room turns out dishes such as Roba- pared with European techniques and Asian martinis, mojitos, sangria and other festive ta-grilled pork belly, creative sushi rolls and ingredients for a memorable fusion menu cocktails. The ambiance is perfect for a date local snapper served Hawaiian-style. Open with Hawaiian highlights. Favorites include night or a business dinner. Open nightly for daily for L and D. www.emerils.com. Royal Japanese-style misoyaki butterﬁ sh and D. www.roysrestaurant.com. 7760 W. Sand Paciﬁ c Hotel & Resort, 6300 Hollywood kabayaki seared sea scallops with wasabi Lake Road, 407.352.4844. Way, 407.503.2467.

There’s a lot more going on BOMAAfrican. Cooking stations fea- herbed risotto. Open for D. www.disney- Celebration this May and June. ture grilled fi sh, meats and vegetables Visit us online: world.com. Disney’s BoardWalk, 2101 BOHEMIAN BAR AND GRILLAmerican. Angus burg- enhanced with curries, chutneys and wheretraveler.com Epcot Resorts Blvd., 407.939.2359. ers and steaks are countered with chopped salads other spices. B, D. www.disneyworld. JOHNNIE’S HIDEAWAYSteak/Seafood. and fl at breads. Happy hour nightly. Open daily com. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, With an emphasis on Florida coastal cuisine, for B, L, D. www.celebrationhotel.com. Bohemian 2901 Osceola Parkway, 407.939.3463. Johnnie’s offers dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood Hotel, 700 Bloom St., 407.566.6000. BONGOS CUBAN CAFÉLatin. Gloria and Emilio Es- and an extensive raw bar featuring Florida stone COLUMBIA RESTAURANTSpanish. Flavorful tefan’s award-winning restaurant is the go-to place crab claws. D. www.talkofthetownrestaurants.com. seafood, paella, the 1905 salad and sangria made for authentic Cuban cuisine and mojitos. Live music 12551 State Road 535, 407.827.1111. tableside are among the favorites at this casual starts nightly at 6 pm. Open daily for L, D. www. LA LUCEItalian. This modern Italian country kitchen upscale Mediterranean restaurant. Open daily for bongoscubancafe.com. Downtown Disney, 1498 E. features thin-crust pizzas, homemade family-style L, D. www.columbiarestaurant.com. 649 Front St., Buena Vista Drive, 407.828.0999. pastas and Italian dishes inspired by family recipes. 407.566.1505. BULL & BEAR STEAKHOUSESteak. Renowned Open nightly for D. www.hiltonbonnetcreek.com. FUEGOSpanish. Spanish tapas are the specialty, for tableside preparation, the highest levels of 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, 407.597.3600. but the diverse menu offers Peruvian and other personalized service and a creative menu featuring PORTOBELLOItalian. A feeling of the Italian Latin cuisine along with a large wine list and spe- re-imagined steakhouse classics. Open for D. countryside presides at this Downtown Disney cialty cocktails. www.melia.com. 225 Celebration www.waldorfastoriaorlando.com. 14200 Bonnet restaurant. Open daily for L, D. www.disneyworld. Place, 407.964.7000. Creek Resort Lane, 407.597.5500. com. 1650 Buena Vista Drive, 407.934.8888. THAI THANIThai. Choose from assorted cur- CAPASpanish. This 17th-fl oor rooftop steakhouse RAGLAN ROADIrish. Grab a Guinness, try a con- ries made with spicy chilies and coconut milk, and bar offers a range of cuisine with a Span- temporary take on shepherd’s pie and watch real ginger-laced stir fries, fresh spring rolls and ish twist along with stunning views. D. www. Irish dancers perform. www.raglanroadirishpub. seafood specialties. www.thaithani.net. 600 fourseasonsorlando.com. 10100 Dream Tree Blvd., com. Downtown Disney, 1640 E. Buena Vista Drive, Market St., 407.566.9444; 11025 International Drive, 407.313.7777. 407.938.0300. 4 07.239.9733. CHEF MICKEY’SCharacter Dining. Meet Chef SIROItalian. Located inside the Orlando Marriott Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Donald Duck and Goofy World Center, this urban Italian restaurant offers Disney Area over breakfast or dinner. www.disneyworld.com. genuine Italian food with rustic fl air. Open for D. Disney’s Contemporary Hotel, 4600 N. World AMERICAN QBarbecue. Barbecue favorites in- www.siroorlando.com. 8701 World Center Drive, Drive, 407.939.3463. spired from the Carolinas to Kansas City are carved 407.238.8619. tableside along with freshly made cocktails and a FLYING FISH CAFÉSeafood. Try the potato- bountiful buffet. www.bhotelsandresorts.com. B wrapped red snapper or oak-fi red scallops with Resort & Spa, 1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd., 407.828.2828.

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T-Rex—American. Animatronic dinosaurs, fossils b.b. King’s bLues CLub—Southern. Live music CAfe 34 istAnbuL—Turkish. Enjoy specialties like and a meteorite serve as décor not to mention a International Drive nightly with Southern specialties like fried dill pick- sauteed eggplant, hummus, lamb kebabs and 125-foot-tall replica of Argentinosaurus. Open for A LAnd RemembeRed—Steak. Specialties like les, gumbo, barbecue and banana bread pudding. gyros along with Turkish coffee and hookah. Open L, D. www.trexcafe.com. Downtown Disney, 1676 seared, black-iron sirloin braised with wild mush- Open nightly for D. www.bbkingclubs.com. Pointe daily L and D. www.cafe34istanbul.com. 8255 Buena Vista Drive, 407.828.8739. rooms are served amid Old Florida charm. Open Orlando, 9101 International Drive, 407.370.4550. International Drive, 407.601.7712. Here today. nightly for D. www.landrememberedrestaurant. Todd english’s Bluezoo—Seafood. Celebrity CALA beLLA—Italian. Watch chefs skillfully prepare ChARLey’s steAK house—Steak/Seafood. Enjoy com. Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., chef Todd English draws on coastal cultures for this ® dishes like orecchiette with pan-seared diver aged, USDA Prime and Choice grain-fed steer 407.996.3663. original seafood menu. Open nightly for D. Free where tomorrow. scallops, Tuscan veal chops, or roast chicken and over a 1,100-degree fire of hardwoods including babysitting available. www.swandolphin.com. 1500 b-Line—American. This upscale diner is open 24/7 artichoke pizza. Open nightly for D. www.calabel- citrus. Locally owned. Open nightly for D. www. Epcot Resorts Blvd., 407.934.1111. so you can get a stack of pancakes, a great burger larestaurant.com. Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 charleyssteakhouse.com. 2901 Parkway Blvd., or a house-made dessert any time. Free valet. Universal Blvd., 407.996.3663. Kissimmee, 407.239.1270.; 8225 International Drive, VicToRia & alBeRT’s—Creative/Contemporary. Before you travel, www.orlando.regency.hyatt.com. 9801 Interna- 407.363.0228. Orlando’s premier five-star restaurant is the place tional Drive, 407.345.4570. to celebrate landmark occasions where chef Scott go to wheretraveler.com diCK’s LAst ResoRt—American. The playful Hunnel prepares outstanding seven-course prix restaurant/bar has a dozen locations from coast to fixe meals each night. www.disneyworld.com. COUPON REQUIRED and see where to shop, dine coast. The menu includes burgers, crab cakes, ribs, Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, 4401 Floridian Way, Come experience wings, chicken sandwiches and signature drinks. and play once you arrive. 4 07.939.3 8 62. A-Aki Sushi & Steakhouse Live music. L and D daily. 8201 International Drive, $10 321.329.3002. Downtown where locals and visitors enjoy high quality fresh eveRgLAdes RestAuRAnt—Steak/Seafood. The OFF wheretraveler.com unusual menu of gator chowder and buffalo aVenue gasTRoBaR—American. Enjoy a large seafood, steaks and with selection of craft brews along with truffle fries, Info only locals know. tenderloin works well with the Everglades-themed chicken pot pie, burgers and salads. Special events cocktails in a beautiful purchase dining room. Open nightly for D. www.everglades- and happy hours. Open L, D. www.avenuegastro- restaurant. Our tasty food of $55 restaurant.com. The Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840 bar.com. 13 S. Orange Ave., 407.839.5039 and full Japanese service & up International Drive, 407.996.2385. BenTo sushi café—Japanese. These casual spots will satisfy you. Does not include fioRenzo—Italian/Steak. The Hyatt has blended daily special, early an authentic Italian restaurant and the tradition of offer sushi and other Japanese favorites such as CALL FOR RESERVATIONS shrimp tempura and katsu plus Pan-Asian meals bird special, lunch a great American steak house. Open daily for D. special, happy hour such as pad Thai and Korean spicy beef. Quick www.orlando.regency.hyatt.com. 9801 Interna- 407.888.9545 or $1 sushi. Not service inside a stylish room. www.bentocafesushi. tional Drive, 407.345.4570. 1400 W. Sand Lake Road, valid with any other com. 151 S. Orange Ave., 407.999.8989; 7335 W. discounts or specials. fogo de Chão—Brazilian/Steak. Meats such Sand Lake Road, 407.352.2277. Orlando, FL 32809 www. a-akisushi.com EXPIRES: 6/30/15 as steak, sausage, chicken, lamb and more are Boheme—New American. This elegant restaurant roasted over an open fire and presented to the boasts a fabulous art collection along with a pres- table by roving gauchos. Open for L, D. www.fogo. tigious AAA Four-Diamond rating. Open daily for com. 8282 International Drive, 407.370.0711. B, L, D. www.grandbohemianhotel.com. The Grand JACK’s PLACe—Steak/Seafood. Dine among an Bohemian, 325 S. Orange Ave., 407.313.9000. impressive collection of celebrity-autographed dandelion communiTea—Vegetarian. Inside a caricatures. Get your own caricature done free funky, bright-green house, this café and tea house while you dine on F and Sa nights. Complimentary offers delicious options. www.dandelioncommu- valet. Open nightly for D. www.jacksplacerestau- nitea.com. 618 N. Thornton Ave., 407.362.1864. rant.com. The Rosen Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Drive, 407.996.1787. K ResTauRanT—Creative/Contemporary. James Beard nominee Chef Scott Copeland cooks up mAggiAno’s—Italian. Family-style dining with quite a following at this College Park stronghold. hearty platters meant to be shared, from spaghetti L and D. www.krestaurant.net. 1710 Edgewater and meatballs to mussels and mushroom ravioli. Drive, 407.872.2332. Open daily for L, D. www.maggianos.com. Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, 407.241.8650. Kasa—Tapas. Small plates with global influences are on the menu created by Executive Chef Shawn ming CouRt—Chinese. Since 1989, this restaurant Kaplan and Food Network Star alum, Josh Lyons. has been serving dim sum, sushi, wok and char- Open M-Th for L, D; F-Sa for D. Su for Br at 11 am. grilled cuisine in a casual garden setting with koi www.kasarestaurant.com. 183 S. Orange Ave., ponds. Open daily for L, D. www.ming-court.com. 407.985.5272. 9188 International Drive, 407.351.9988.

liTTle saigon—Vietnamese. Begin by dipping sum- RA sushi—Japanese. Lively music, a vibrant crowd, mer rolls into peanut sauce, then share a bowl of inventive cocktails and the best sushi this side of aromatic beef soup. Or, try the pork barbecue over Tokyo. www.rasushi.com/orlando. Pointe Orlando, rice vermicelli. L and D. www.littlesaigonrestaurant. 9101 International Drive, 407.454.5600. com. 1106 E. Colonial Drive, 407.423.8539. sPenCeR’s—Steak. Specialties are the Spencer’s shaRi sushi lounge—Japanese. The food, the cut made with Florida beef and fresh local seafood atmosphere and the diners are all stylish. Choose matched with local produce. Choose from over from sushi platters or cutting-edge Asian fare. 20 wines by the glass and scratch-made cocktails. www.sharisushilounge.com. 621 E. Central Blvd., www.thehiltonorlando.com. 6001 Destination 407.420.9420. Parkway, 407.313.4300.

soco—New Southern. Downtown’s charming tAPA toRo—Spanish. Husband-and-wife duo Thornton Park welcomes this new Southern con- behind Taverna Opa open this lively Spanish temporary restaurant by Greg Richie, acclaimed restaurant at the I-Drive 360. Enjoy classic and chef of Magnolias in Charleston and the Abbey contemporary Spanish cuisine, tapas, signature in Atlanta. www.socothorntonpark.com. 629 E. cocktails, imported wine, a paella pit and flamenco Central Blvd., 407.849.1800. dancers. Open M-Sa for L and D. www.tapatoro. restaurant.com. 8441 International Drive.

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Downtown eveRgLAdes RestAuRAnt—Steak/Seafood. The aVenue gasTRoBaR—American. Enjoy a large unusual menu of gator chowder and buffalo selection of craft brews along with truffle fries, tenderloin works well with the Everglades-themed chicken pot pie, burgers and salads. Special events dining room. Open nightly for D. www.everglades- and happy hours. Open L, D. www.avenuegastro- restaurant.com. The Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840 bar.com. 13 S. Orange Ave., 407.839.5039 International Drive, 407.996.2385.

BenTo sushi café—Japanese. These casual spots fioRenzo—Italian/Steak. The Hyatt has blended offer sushi and other Japanese favorites such as an authentic Italian restaurant and the tradition of shrimp tempura and katsu plus Pan-Asian meals a great American steak house. Open daily for D. such as pad Thai and Korean spicy beef. Quick www.orlando.regency.hyatt.com. 9801 Interna- service inside a stylish room. www.bentocafesushi. tional Drive, 407.345.4570. com. 151 S. Orange Ave., 407.999.8989; 7335 W. fogo de Chão—Brazilian/Steak. Meats such Sand Lake Road, 407.352.2277. as steak, sausage, chicken, lamb and more are Boheme—New American. This elegant restaurant roasted over an open fire and presented to the boasts a fabulous art collection along with a pres- table by roving gauchos. Open for L, D. www.fogo. tigious AAA Four-Diamond rating. Open daily for com. 8282 International Drive, 407.370.0711. B, L, D. www.grandbohemianhotel.com. The Grand JACK’s PLACe—Steak/Seafood. Dine among an Bohemian, 325 S. Orange Ave., 407.313.9000. impressive collection of celebrity-autographed dandelion communiTea—Vegetarian. Inside a caricatures. Get your own caricature done free funky, bright-green house, this café and tea house while you dine on F and Sa nights. Complimentary offers delicious options. www.dandelioncommu- valet. Open nightly for D. www.jacksplacerestau- nitea.com. 618 N. Thornton Ave., 407.362.1864. rant.com. The Rosen Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Drive, 407.996.1787. K ResTauRanT—Creative/Contemporary. James Beard nominee Chef Scott Copeland cooks up mAggiAno’s—Italian. Family-style dining with quite a following at this College Park stronghold. hearty platters meant to be shared, from spaghetti L and D. www.krestaurant.net. 1710 Edgewater and meatballs to mussels and mushroom ravioli. Drive, 407.872.2332. Open daily for L, D. www.maggianos.com. Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, 407.241.8650. Kasa—Tapas. Small plates with global influences are on the menu created by Executive Chef Shawn ming CouRt—Chinese. Since 1989, this restaurant Kaplan and Food Network Star alum, Josh Lyons. has been serving dim sum, sushi, wok and char- Open M-Th for L, D; F-Sa for D. Su for Br at 11 am. grilled cuisine in a casual garden setting with koi www.kasarestaurant.com. 183 S. Orange Ave., ponds. Open daily for L, D. www.ming-court.com. 407.985.5272. 9188 International Drive, 407.351.9988. liTTle saigon—Vietnamese. Begin by dipping sum- RA sushi—Japanese. Lively music, a vibrant crowd, mer rolls into peanut sauce, then share a bowl of inventive cocktails and the best sushi this side of aromatic beef soup. Or, try the pork barbecue over Tokyo. www.rasushi.com/orlando. Pointe Orlando, rice vermicelli. L and D. www.littlesaigonrestaurant. 9101 International Drive, 407.454.5600. com. 1106 E. Colonial Drive, 407.423.8539. sPenCeR’s—Steak. Specialties are the Spencer’s shaRi sushi lounge—Japanese. The food, the cut made with Florida beef and fresh local seafood atmosphere and the diners are all stylish. Choose matched with local produce. Choose from over from sushi platters or cutting-edge Asian fare. 20 wines by the glass and scratch-made cocktails. www.sharisushilounge.com. 621 E. Central Blvd., www.thehiltonorlando.com. 6001 Destination 407.420.9420. Parkway, 407.313.4300. soco—New Southern. Downtown’s charming tAPA toRo—Spanish. Husband-and-wife duo Thornton Park welcomes this new Southern con- behind Taverna Opa open this lively Spanish temporary restaurant by Greg Richie, acclaimed restaurant at the I-Drive 360. Enjoy classic and chef of Magnolias in Charleston and the Abbey contemporary Spanish cuisine, tapas, signature in Atlanta. www.socothorntonpark.com. 629 E. cocktails, imported wine, a paella pit and flamenco Central Blvd., 407.849.1800. dancers. Open M-Sa for L and D. www.tapatoro. restaurant.com. 8441 International Drive.

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Taverna Opa—Greek. This festive eatery serves family-style cuisine such as moussaka, grilled fish and spanakopita along with nightly entertainment BONGOS including belly dancing and traditional Greek CUBAN CAFE music. Open daily L, D. Open late, F-Sa. www. VIP PASS opaorlando.com. Pointe Orlando, 9101 Interna-

tional Drive, 407.351.8660. International Superstars Gloria & Emilio Estefan Texas De Brazil—Steak. This Brazilian-style steak- Welcome you to Bongos Cuban Cafe Orlando, house tempts diners with a 40-item buffet. Carvers the entertainment highlight of Downtown Disney. roam with choice cuts of beef, pork, lamb, sausage and chicken. Open nightly for D. www.texasdebra- OPEN DALY AT 11 AM 10 OFF Purchase of food ($50 minimum) zil.com. 5259 International Drive, 407.355.0355. $10 OFF Purchase of food From 11am to 6 pm FEATURING LIVE MUSIC FREE Cover (Purchase Charge of onfood Friday $50 minimum) & Saturday Night The Oceanaire seafOOD rOOm—Seafood. FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS FREE PriorityFREE Priority Seating Seating (top of (top wait of list) wait list) Specialties include Alaskan halibut, Copper River salmon, Maine diver sea scallops, and for landlub- OFFER DETAILS: One discount per table. Up to six guests per discount. Not valid for liquor. Tax excluded. OFFER DETAILS: Up to 4 guests per ad. Not valid for liquor. Tax excluded. Gratuity not included. bers, filet mignon and pork chops. Open nightly for OFFER EXPIRES ON JULY 31, 2015 D. www.theoceanaire.com. Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, 407.363.4801.

TOBy keiTh’s i lOve This Bar & grill—American. The country music superstar has opened his first Florida restaurant, which features live music, American favorites like burgers, steak and ribs, a signature guitar-shaped bar. Live music Th, F and Sa nights. www.countrybarorlando.com. Artegon Marketplace, 5250 International Drive, 407.545.5159.

UrBan TiDe—New American. This dining room at the Hyatt Regency blends fresh seafood with seasonal Florida flavors. Free valet for dining guests. Open daily for L, D. www.orlando.regency.hyatt. bongoscubancafeorlando @BongosCCOrlando com. 9801 International Drive, 407.345.4570. 1498 E. Buena Vista Dr. Downtown Disney West side 407.828.0999 viTO’s chOp hOUse—Steak. This cushy dining room features aged steaks, fresh fish and Italian specialties along with an award-winning, 1,200 bottle wine list. Open for D. www.talkofthetownrestaurants. com. 8633 International Drive, 407.354.2467. Kissimmee Black angUs—Steak. USDA Prime or Choice Beef cut daily. Large selection of fresh seafood and favorite side dishes. Open daily for L, D until 11 pm. www.blackangusorlando.com. 7516 W. Irlo Bronson Highway 192, Kissimmee, 407.390.4548; 6231 International Drive, 407.354.3333; 12399 Kissimmee Vineland Road, 407.239.4414.

BOnefish grill—Seafood. Well-priced and flavorful seafood dishes are served in this casual yet elegant dining room. Open nightly for D. www. bonefishgrill.com. 7830 W. Sand Lake Road, 407.355.7707; 7801 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial High- way, 321.677.0103.

chUy’s—Mexican. Fresh Tex-Mex cuisine in a family- friendly setting. Favorites are the Big As Yo Face burritos and the stuffed avocados, along with the house margarita. www.chuys.com. 8123 Interna- tional Drive, 407.730.3602; 7913 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, 407.787.3545. Sand Lake/Restaurant Row a-aki sUshi—Japanese. Order the Mexican Roll with spicy cooked shrimp or Crunch Seaweed Roll or have an entrée made to order from the hibachi table. www.a-akisushi.com. 1400 Sand Lake Road, 407.888.9545.

american gymkhana—Indian. From the owners of New York’s Michelin-star winner Junoon this new restaurant offers unforgettable flavors and creative craft cocktails. Open nightly for D and Su Br. www. americangymkhana.com. 7559 W. Sand Lake Road, 407.985.2900.

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Big Fin SeaFood Kitchen—Seafood. The Orlando York-style cheesecake. Open nightly for D. www. Sentinel Foodie Award winner features an exten- South Orlando thepalm.com. Hard Rock Hotel, 5800 Universal sive menu of fresh seafood, steaks, pasta, sushi and heMiSphere—Creative/Contemporary. Consider Blvd., 407.503.7256. a raw bar. The patio bar offers a daily happy hour this upscale eatery at the Hyatt instead of the ViVo italian Kitchen—Italian. At this new eatery, from 5-7 pm. www.bigfinseafood.com. 8046 Via airport food court. Enjoy fine dining in its 9th-floor guests enjoy classic Italian dishes with a modern Dellagio Way, 407.615.8888. location with runway views and locally sourced, twist and can even watch chefs at work in the organic options. Open daily for D. www.orlandoair- eddie V’S—American. This prime steak and seafood kitchen. Open daily for D. www.universalorlando. port.hyatt.com. 9300 Airport Blvd., 407.825.1234. restaurant offers elegant dining inside or chic/ com. CityWalk, 6000 Universal Blvd., 407.224.2318. casual seating outside with views of the lake. www. norMan’S—Creative/Contemporary. New World eddiev.com. 7488 Sand Lake Road, 407.355.3011. Cuisine pioneer Norman Van Aken is the master- Winter Park mind behind the spectacular menu that melds FiShBoneS—Steak/Seafood. This family owned the flavors of Latin America, the Caribbean, the cocina 214—Tex-Mex. Try the brisket tacos, corn- restaurant found only in Central Florida offers U.S. and the Far East. www.normans.com. Ritz- crusted Mahi or truffle and mushroom quesadil- just-caught seafood flown in daily, aged steaks and Carlton Orlando, 4102 Central Florida Parkway, las. Open daily for L, D. 151 E. Welbourne Ave., a 23-hour slow roasted prime rib. Open daily for 4 07.79 0.79 97. 407.393.4333. D. www.talkofthetownrestaurants.com. 6707 Sand hillStone—American. A picturesque setting on the Lake Road, 407.352.0135. priMo—Italian. The warm, woodsy restaurant provides seasonal dining with items such as grilled lake with inviting adirondack chairs and a dock. The MoonFiSh—Steak/Seafood. In addition to fish- duck breast with roasted beets, greens, quinoa pi- dining room serves well-executed steaks, seafood fusion cuisine, MoonFish offers prime aged steaks laf and wild Maine huckleberry jus. D nightly. www. and salads. Open daily for L and D. www.hillstone. cooked over a natural wood-burning pit, a sushi primorestaurant.com. JW Marriott Orlando, 4040 com. 215 S. Orlando Ave., 407.740.4005. bar, an award-winning wine list and chic decor. Central Florida Parkway, 407.393.4444. www.talkofthetownrestaurants.com. 7525 W. Sand pariS BiStro—French. Escargot topped with Lake Road, 407.363.7262. garlicky herbs, beef Burgundy and pork tenderloin Universal Area in a creamy mustard and white wine sauce draw a Morton’S—Steak. Every detail, from elegant serv- regular crowd. L and D. Closed M. www.parisbis- antojitoS—Mexican. Enjoy authentic Mexican ings of steak and seafood, a vast wine selection troparkave.com. 216 N. Park Ave., 407.671.4424. and seamless service, makes Morton’s a classic food in a party-like atmosphere, complete with a dining destination. Happy hour daily. Open nightly mariachi band singing Top 40 hits. www.univer- the raVenouS pig—New American. This nationally for D. www.mortons.com/orlando. 7600 Dr. Phillips salorlando.com. CityWalk, 6000 Universal Blvd., renowned gastropub serves gourmet pub fare, raw Blvd., 407.248.3485. 407.224.3663. bar delicacies and pasta along with micro-brewed beers. Open for L and D, Tu-Sa. www.theravenous- the palM—Steak. Traditionally known for prime- pig.com. 1234 N. Orange Ave., 407.628.2333. aged steak and jumbo lobsters, the Palm also boasts half-and-half, creamed spinach and New

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Real Estate: Mirasol Real Estate: Mintos/Festival This Celebration condominium provides community swimming pools, boardwalks Homes are for sale at Festival, a new resort a convenient home for frequent visitors and bike paths. Its proximity to Walt Disney community just 5 miles from Walt Disney and residents. Residents can enjoy all of World and other attractions like Universal World currently under construction. The what the community of Celebration has to Orlando, SeaWorld and others around private, gated community features a quaint oﬀ er including the ability to walk to shops Central Florida makes it an ideal location. downtown, kids water park and pool plus and restaurants, stroll along the lakefront, www.mirasolcondos.com. 501 Mirasol shopping and dining options along a lake. which is a good place to see Florida wildlife Circle, Celebration, 407.566.2800. www.mintoﬂ a.com. 888.673.1056. such as egrets and alligators, and enjoy the

There’s a lot more going on its outlet mall. The mall features more ORLANDO STROLLER RENTALSA variety Child Care Services this May and June. than 50 outlets including Old Navy, Visit us online: of top-of-the-line single and double stroll- KID’S NITE OUTProvides professional childcare Guess, Carters, Gap, LOFT, Samsonite wheretraveler.com ers available for rent to visitors to Central at all hotels, resorts and vacation homes. www. and Nike. www.lbvfs.com. 15657 S. Apo- Florida. Strollers are delivered free to hotels kidsniteout.com. 407.828.0920. pka Vineland Road, 407.363.1093. in the Orlando and Kissimmee area. Custom- ers may place their stroller reservation by calling LYNX BUS SYSTEMLook for “paw print” bus or visiting the website. www.orlandostrollerrentals. stop signs. Fare $2; transfers free. Exact change Getting Around com. 800.281.0884. required. www.golynx.com. Various stops, Informa- 511 Call 511 from a cell phone or go online for tion. 407.841.5969. RENTAL CARSAlamo, 800.445.5664; Avis, information on weather, traffi c and construction on 800.352.7900; Budget, 800.214.6094; Enterprise, MAINGATE TRANSPORTATIONProviding taxis, interstates and the turnpike. www.fl 511.com. 800.261.7331; Hertz, 800.654.3131; National, luxury vehicles and shuttle vans to Central Florida, 800.227.7368; Dollar, 866.434.2226; Thrifty, AIRLINESGeneral information phone numbers for 24/7. 407.870.5553. www.maingatetaxi.com. major airlines servicing Orlando. AirTran Airways, 877.283.0898. MAIN ROADWAYS Interstate 4 bisects the Orlando 800.247.8726; American Airlines/US Airways, SHOWTIME LIMOUSINE & TRANSPORTATIONPro- area, traveling from the southwest Tampa area on 800.433.7300; British Airways, 800.403.0882; viding limousine services in Winter Park, it offers Florida’s west coast to the northeast Daytona area Delta Air Lines, 800.221.1212; Frontier Airlines, options that include parties and guided tours. Call on the state’s east coast. The Florida Turnpike runs 800.452.2022; Southwest Airlines, 800.435.9792; Jet for location and details. www.showtimelimo.com. south to Miami and northeast to join Interstate Blue, 800.538.2583.; Silver Airways, 800.229.9990. 800.329.5466. 75. State Road 528, also known as the Beachline EXECUCARBook a private car to/from the airport, Expressway, travels east from Orlando to Interstate SUNRAILAll aboard the yellow train! Central business meeting or anywhere else around town. 95. Interstate 95 runs along Florida’s east coast, Florida’s new commuter rail has 12 stops from Sand www.execucar.com. 800.410.4444. near the Atlantic Ocean; it begins in Miami and Lake Road north to DeBary, including stops at IRIDE TROLLEYEnclosed and air-conditioned, travels to the northeastern states. popular tourist destinations downtown, in Winter Park and Sanford. Fares starting at just $1. www. stops at shops, restaurants, attractions and hotels MEARS TRANSPORTATIONGo in style with a limo sunrail.com. along International Drive. $2. www.iridetrolley.com. or town car or hire a tour bus. Multiple vehicle 4 07.24 8.959 0. choices ensures you get a ride tailored to your SUPERSHUTTLEProviding affordable airport trans- LAKE BUENA FACTORY STORES SHUTTLEThe Lake transportation needs. www.mearstransportation. portation to or from your home, offi ce or hotel, Buena Vista Factory Stores offers a free shopping com. 407.423.5566. 24/7. www.supershuttle.com. 800.258.3826. shuttle to and from 60 area participating hotels to

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A Private Resort Community Only 5 miles to Walt Disney World® At the doorsteps to Disney’s Magic Kingdom®, Minto Resorts introduces Festival, resort vacation villas designed and priced to make your dreams of the ideal Florida vacation home come true.

Enjoy private gated neighborhoods surrounded by 200 acres of beautiful natural Florida woodlands and lakes AND amazing resort amenities at Downtown Festival:

General Store • Ice Cream Parlor • Arcade • Florida-style Bar & Grill • Fitness Center • Heated Swimming Pool • Private Cabanas Kids Waterpark • Putt-Putt Golf Course • Volleyball Courts

From the mid $200s NOW SELLING New Minto Resort Vacation Villas  3- to 5-bedroom villa townhomes, up to 5-1/2 baths, each with screened lanai and plunge pool Disney 5 min R onald Rea  gan Spacious kitchen, dining and living areas Pkw y.  Private gated neighborhoods overlooking nature preserves 888-673-1056  Golf, shopping and dining nearby MintoFla.com  Resort amenities at Downtown Festival to Tampa & Gulf Beaches  No CDD fees and low HOA fees I-4 West Located oﬀ I-4 / Exit 58, West on ChampionsGate Blvd. to Ronald Reagan Parkway

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Taxis—Cabs are plentiful at theme parks, hotels and ThE MEdiCal ConCiERgE—Receive medical care Street and the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center. major restaurants and attractions. Diamond Cab from a doctor, dentist or specialist from the www.downtownorlando.com. 400 S. Orange Ave., Co. 407.523.3333; Yellow Cab: 407.422.2222. comfort of your hotel room or vacation home, both Orlando, 407.363.5872. day or night. www.themedicalconcierge.com. 6000 UBER—Download the Uber app to your phone and EaTonvillE—One of the country’s first black munici- Turkey Lake Road, 855.633.5252. then use it to call a car where ever you may be in palities and home to Harlem Renaissance author Central Florida. You can use the service for trans- nTC URgEnT CaRE CEnTER—Services include physi- Zora Neale Hurston. www.townofeatonville.org. portation to the airport, but the service is still not cals, cuts and scrapes, earaches, migraines, and 207 E. Kennedy Blvd., Maitland. available from the airport. blood pressure monitoring. 1503 Sunrise Plaza, Clermont., 352.243.3555; 1371 Citrus Tower Blvd., kissiMMEE—Once known for agriculture, Kissimmee Clermont., 352.394.2205. is now a major tourism hub. Highlights include Old Health Services Town, the annual rodeo, Lake Tohopekaliga and entertainment along Highway 192. www. CEnTRa CaRE—No appointment, walk-in clinic affili- Area Neighborhoods kissimmee.org. ated with Florida Hospital with four area locations CElEBRaTion—See the picturesque town that MaiTland—Known for its natural beauty and thriv- near the major attractions. Provides hotel and Disney built with wraparound porches, a charming ing arts scene featuring the Maitland Arts Center resort transportation for visitor convenience. www. downtown, parks, walking trails and boardwalks. and numerous lakes. www.itsmymaitland.com. 1776 centracare.org. 407.200.CARE. www.celebration.fl.us. 690 Celebration Ave., Independence Lane, Maitland. dR. P. PhilliPs hosPiTal, oRlando hEalTh— 407.566.1200. State-of-the-art medical facility with 24-hour CollEgE PaRk—Just northeast of downtown, emergency department. Conveniently located be- Short Drives College Park is a hip residential area admired for tween Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. its vintage bungalows, local cafes and the Jack CoCoa BEaCh & PoRT CanavERal—Cocoa Beach www.orlandohealth.com/drpphillipshospital. 9400 Kerouac house. www.mycollegepark.com. 2015 is Orlando’s closest beach located about 60 miles Turkey Lake Road, 407.351.8500. east. Relax on sands facing the Atlantic Ocean or Edgewater Drive, Orlando. hit the party scene at the Cocoa Beach Pier. Cocoa FloRida hosPiTal CElEBRaTion—Florida downTown oRlando/ThoRnTon PaRk—The Beach is also famous for its surfing. Port Canaveral Hospital’s newest branch is an acute-care facility past few years have seen a resurgence in the city’s features many bars and restaurants and opportuni- with a 24-hour emergency department. Credit core, including nightclubs, restaurants, hotels ties to take day trips on sail or fishing boats. www. cards accepted. www.celebrationhealth.com. 400 and galleries. Highlights include the Arts District, spacecoast.com. 430 Brevard Ave., Cocoa Village, Celebration Place, 407.303.4000. Thornton Park, Lake Eola, Amway Center, Church 321.433.4470.

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MOUNT DORAThis pretty New England-style at Celebration, the town that Disney built. www. 10 things we love city is set among lakes and hills, and its historic experiencekissimmee.com. 215 Celebration Place, downtown is home to antique shops, galleries and 4 07.742.820 0. ORLANDO restaurants. www.mountdora.com. 341 Alexander Orange COunty COnventiOn Center—One of St., Mont Dora. the largest meeting destinations in the country boasts 2 million square feet of convention space. SANFORDA quaint downtown district with old- www.occc.net. North Concourse, 9400 Univer- fashioned lampposts and red brick buildings sal Blvd.; South Concourse, 9899 International housing shops and cafes. Don’t miss the zoo and Drive; West Concourse, 9800 International Drive, the Lake Monroe waterfront. www.sanfordfl .gov. 407.685.9800. 300 N. Park Ave., Sanford, 407.688.5000. OrlandO’s OffiCial visitOr Center—Their cour- WINTER GARDENWest of Orlando, this is a commu- teous, multilingual staff will help you get directions, nity of older, wood-frame homes and a downtown exchange currency, purchase discount attraction 1 2 district highlighted by red-brick streets, massive tickets and check last-minute hotel room availabil- ity. www.visitorlando.com. 8723 International Drive, oaks and an old railroad depot. www.cwgdn.com. 4 07.3 63.5872. 300 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 407.656.4111. seminOle COunty CvB—Home to affluent Lake WINTER PARKThis upscale enclave is known for Mary, pristine rivers and scenic trails, Seminole its main street, Park Avenue, which is lined with County is a short drive from Orlando. This is your fashionable boutiques and restaurants. Other one-stop-shop for all the highlights, from outdoor highlights include Rollins College, Hannibal Square adventures on the lake to shopping and fine dining 5 9 and the Morse museum. www.winterpark.org. 151 in town. www.visitseminole.com. 1515 International W. Lyman Ave., Winter Park, 407.644.8281. Parkway, Lake Mary, 800.800.7832. spaCe COast OffiCe Of tOurism—Just an hour 1 Watching the Festival of Fantasy Parade from Orlando, the Space Coast is home to Cocoa at the Magic Kingdom with Anna and Real Estate Beach, Port Canaveral, the Kennedy Space Center Elsa, Peter Pan and Tink, Minnie and and Canaveral National Seashore. www.visitspace- ENCORE/REUNIONMake the town of Reunion Mickey, and even a fire-breathing coast.com. 430 Brevard Ave., Cocoa Village, home, or home away from home. Located near dragon. 321.433.4470. Central Florida’s biggest attractions, choose from st. pete/ Clearwater CvB—Your one-stop-shop for Eating pizza and sipping wine while home built with families in mind, featuring up to events and attractions in the St. Pete/Clearwater 2 pretending we’re dining along the Ital- 10 bedrooms. Enjoy amenities such as golf, fi tness area, from Gulf-front beaches to popular restau- areas, kids’ program, dining and an exclusive club. ian Riviera at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel rants and museums. www.visitstpeteclearwater. at Universal. www.theencoreclub.com. 407.396.9000. com. 13805 N. 58th St., Clearwater, 877.352.3224. WATERSTONEThis private community overlooks 3 Hearing our favorite Broadway tune waldOrf astOria Bridal serviCes—Everything inside the amazing new Dr. Phillips gorgeous Lake Butler and features luxury homes in Where do you you need to create a gorgeous wedding. The Center for the Performing Arts in down- the desirable community of Windermere. Beyond Waldorf not only provides luxurious venue with town Orlando. the peaceful setting is the community of Dr. Phil- beautiful views, but the bridal team also helps the lips, fi lled with numerous dining, entertainment, want to go? bride-to-be to choose the perfect wedding cake, Having lunch as actual sharks circle our and shopping possibilities plus recreation areas create custom menus and sumptuous accommo- 4 dations for her guests. Spa services and planned table at Sharks Underwater Grill at Sea- and health clubs. www.waterstoneorlando.com. Find the best of the city activities can also be provided. www.waldorfas- World. 407.909.9106. toriaorlando.com/weddings. 14200 Bonnet Creek 5 Shopping for cool and artsy gifts at the Resort Lane, 407.597.3750. Charles Morse Museum of American Art Visitor Information & Services in Winter Park. Where’s Online Resources AA TOURIST RENTALSScooter rentals to help you Exploring the quaint town of Celebra- wheretraveler app—When you are here visiting get around in the theme parks. Delivery available. 6 tion and having an ice cream while the Orlando, don’t forget to get your own personal www.aatouristrentals.com.. 407.396.4100. kids stay cool in the splash pad. guide, right on your smart phone. The free Wher- BAGS VIPThis luggage delivery service is available eTraveler App for Apple features our expert edi- 7 Watching the Orlando City Soccer team 24/7 to make your trip as easy as possible. Check in tors’ insider travel tips, restaurant suggestions, lots and superstar Kaká in their inaugural your luggage at your hotel, and Bags VIP will make of good advice on the best attractions and tools season in the major leagues. Go Lions! sure it arrives on your doorstep, allowing you to to plan your visit. 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MOUNT DORAThis pretty New England-style at Celebration, the town that Disney built. www. 10 things we love city is set among lakes and hills, and its historic experiencekissimmee.com. 215 Celebration Place, downtown is home to antique shops, galleries and 4 07.742.820 0. ORLANDO restaurants. www.mountdora.com. 341 Alexander Orange COunty COnventiOn Center—One of St., Mont Dora. the largest meeting destinations in the country boasts 2 million square feet of convention space. SANFORDA quaint downtown district with old- www.occc.net. North Concourse, 9400 Univer- fashioned lampposts and red brick buildings sal Blvd.; South Concourse, 9899 International housing shops and cafes. Don’t miss the zoo and Drive; West Concourse, 9800 International Drive, the Lake Monroe waterfront. www.sanfordfl .gov. 407.685.9800. 300 N. Park Ave., Sanford, 407.688.5000. OrlandO’s OffiCial visitOr Center—Their cour- WINTER GARDENWest of Orlando, this is a commu- teous, multilingual staff will help you get directions, nity of older, wood-frame homes and a downtown exchange currency, purchase discount attraction 1 2 district highlighted by red-brick streets, massive tickets and check last-minute hotel room availabil- ity. www.visitorlando.com. 8723 International Drive, oaks and an old railroad depot. www.cwgdn.com. 4 07.3 63.5872. 300 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 407.656.4111. seminOle COunty CvB—Home to affluent Lake WINTER PARKThis upscale enclave is known for Mary, pristine rivers and scenic trails, Seminole its main street, Park Avenue, which is lined with County is a short drive from Orlando. This is your fashionable boutiques and restaurants. Other one-stop-shop for all the highlights, from outdoor highlights include Rollins College, Hannibal Square adventures on the lake to shopping and fine dining 5 9 and the Morse museum. www.winterpark.org. 151 in town. www.visitseminole.com. 1515 International W. Lyman Ave., Winter Park, 407.644.8281. Parkway, Lake Mary, 800.800.7832. spaCe COast OffiCe Of tOurism—Just an hour 1 Watching the Festival of Fantasy Parade from Orlando, the Space Coast is home to Cocoa at the Magic Kingdom with Anna and Real Estate Beach, Port Canaveral, the Kennedy Space Center Elsa, Peter Pan and Tink, Minnie and and Canaveral National Seashore. www.visitspace- ENCORE/REUNIONMake the town of Reunion Mickey, and even a fire-breathing coast.com. 430 Brevard Ave., Cocoa Village, home, or home away from home. Located near dragon. 321.433.4470. Central Florida’s biggest attractions, choose from st. pete/ Clearwater CvB—Your one-stop-shop for Eating pizza and sipping wine while home built with families in mind, featuring up to events and attractions in the St. Pete/Clearwater 2 pretending we’re dining along the Ital- 10 bedrooms. Enjoy amenities such as golf, fi tness area, from Gulf-front beaches to popular restau- areas, kids’ program, dining and an exclusive club. ian Riviera at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel rants and museums. www.visitstpeteclearwater. at Universal. www.theencoreclub.com. 407.396.9000. com. 13805 N. 58th St., Clearwater, 877.352.3224. Hearing our favorite Broadway tune WATERSTONEThis private community overlooks waldOrf astOria Bridal serviCes—Everything 3 inside the amazing new Dr. Phillips gorgeous Lake Butler and features luxury homes in you need to create a gorgeous wedding. The Center for the Performing Arts in down- the desirable community of Windermere. Beyond Waldorf not only provides luxurious venue with town Orlando. the peaceful setting is the community of Dr. Phil- beautiful views, but the bridal team also helps the lips, fi lled with numerous dining, entertainment, bride-to-be to choose the perfect wedding cake, Having lunch as actual sharks circle our and shopping possibilities plus recreation areas create custom menus and sumptuous accommo- 4 dations for her guests. Spa services and planned table at Sharks Underwater Grill at Sea- and health clubs. www.waterstoneorlando.com. activities can also be provided. www.waldorfas- World. 407.909.9106. toriaorlando.com/weddings. 14200 Bonnet Creek 5 Shopping for cool and artsy gifts at the Resort Lane, 407.597.3750. Charles Morse Museum of American Art Visitor Information & Services in Winter Park. Where’s Online Resources AA TOURIST RENTALSScooter rentals to help you Exploring the quaint town of Celebra- wheretraveler app—When you are here visiting get around in the theme parks. Delivery available. 6 tion and having an ice cream while the Orlando, don’t forget to get your own personal www.aatouristrentals.com.. 407.396.4100. kids stay cool in the splash pad. guide, right on your smart phone. The free Wher- BAGS VIPThis luggage delivery service is available eTraveler App for Apple features our expert edi- 7 Watching the Orlando City Soccer team 24/7 to make your trip as easy as possible. Check in tors’ insider travel tips, restaurant suggestions, lots and superstar Kaká in their inaugural your luggage at your hotel, and Bags VIP will make of good advice on the best attractions and tools season in the major leagues. Go Lions! sure it arrives on your doorstep, allowing you to to plan your visit. The app also provides expert travel baggage-free. www.maketraveleasier.com. information about 75 other WHERE destinations Getting our own private concert from a 877.8 47.0 0 45. you may be traveling to around the world including 8 rock legend for Throw Back Thursdays New York, Boston, Miami, London, San Francisco, DISNEY VACATION CLUBThis program allows you at Velvet Sessions inside the Hard Rock Paris and Istanbul. to experience deluxe accommodations at Disney Hotel at Universal. #TBT properties all over the world as a club member. Call wheretraveler.COm—Before you head out the door for a business trip or family vacation, consult Taking in all the new attractions, restau- for more information. www.disneyvacationclub. with www.wheretraveler.com for expert travel 9 rants and bars at the I-Drive 360 and see- com. 800.500.3990. information from our network of editors and travel ing the entire city from the Orlando Eye. DOWNTOWN ORLANDO INFORMATION CENTER writers in 76 world-wide destinations. Find the best Provides information on events, venues, parking, Exploring the source of the Florida restaurants, attractions, off-the-beaten path itiner- 10 transportation and more with interactive kiosks, aries and lots of great advice on how to make your Everglades and looking for gators on digital message boards and informative personnel. trip special. For local information on your stay or to an airboat ride with Boggy Creek and www.downtownorlando.com. 201 S. Orange Ave., share articles inside this magazine with your friends Wild Florida. 407.246.2555. online, go to www.wheretraveler.com/orlando. EXPERIENCE KISSIMMEEKissimmee is home to Discover more at theme parks, golf courses, wildlife preserves and wheretraveler.com family-friendly entertainment. New visitor center (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT) ©UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT; ©WALT DISNEY WORLD; ©UNICORP; ©MORSE MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART

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What charity events are you hosting this year? Vanessa: We have the Make a Wish Ball at the Waldorf Astoria (May 30)—it’s their biggest fund-raiser of the year and provides an entire 2 2 family with a trip. For one week, that child forgets they are sick, and the whole year leading up to it, they are anticipating that trip and have the hope to get them through. We’re also both 3 4 involved with Runway for Hope (May 16) for pedi- Get to know the Brewers atric cancer at the Rosen 1. GET A RUN IN Shingle Creek in May. Harris Vanessa: On Saturdays, I get up and go Rosen is a dear friend and for a run with a bunch of girlfriends while Vanessa Welch is so generous on how he Jason’s at home with the kids. gives back. And every year and Jason Brewer I host the Reindeer Run at 2. PICNIC LUNCH [Orlando's TV Power Couple] SeaWorld which benefi ts Vanessa: We love to take the kids to Park She’s the evening news anchor on Channel 9, and he’s the pediatric cancer. Avenue in Winter Park. We’ll grab some- meteorologist on NBC’s Channel 2. While the pair competes thing at BurgerFi for a picnic in Central Park. The boys get so excited when the for news ratings during the day, on their off -time, they're What new developments Amtrak comes by. We might do a little bit teaming up to host charity events, playing tourist with their are you most excited about? Jason: Orlando is of shopping and have ice cream on Park two young boys and preparing for a third on the way. Avenue. changing so much. The With busy schedules, do Seasons. Jason: We feel so Orlando City Soccer sta- 3. OUT ON THE WATER you ever get to play tour- spoiled that we have these dium and the Dr. Phillips Jason: We have a couple of friends who ist? Vanessa: Defi nitely. One awesome resorts so close Performing Arts Center are live on a lake and have a boat so we have of our favorite things to do with such great service and world-class. We're experi- this summer, water lifestyle for half the is to go to the local hotels food. And a lot of locals have encing some growing pains year. Six months out of the year, you can ski and have a staycation. When annual passes to Disney. It with the work on I-4, but on the lakes. A lot of locals also go to New we host charity events, we’ll pays for itself really quickly. we're becoming poised for Smyrna Beach. It’s popular and close. make a weekend out of it. growth in the future. The 4. DATE NIGHT What are your favorite energy here is alive and well. Vanessa: We’ll put the boys down for a nap parks? Jason: Christmas at and get a sitter. We usually go out around SeaWorld is spectacular. The What can we expect downtown and Winter Park, which is close live shows, ice skating and weather-wise for May and to where we live. We love Soco downtown performances—music ev- June? Jason: May is a won- and Boca, Prato and Paris Bistro in Winter erywhere. It’s beautiful how derful month because it’s Park. Ravenous Pig has been our favorite they decorate the park. The very warm but the humid- date night … since I’m pregnant I’ve been kids love Epcot and the Find- ity hasn’t set in. June is the craving the burger and the truffle fries, but ing Nemo ride. You can get a wettest month. We can get their fish special is also dynamite. Rosen Shingle Creek FastPass+ to see Mickey, Min- 2 to 4 inches in an hour or nie and Goofy. Vanessa: We two along with lightning— Jason: Ravenous Pig is farm to table, so the menu is very seasonal and always chang- We love Norman’s at the also love the Animal King- Florida is the lightning ing. I like to try new things so I’ll often say Ritz and have had birthdays dom and Magic Kingdom. capital. It's a good time to ‘bring me something with a great glass of and anniversaries there. A lot of park guests don’t take a break—go take a nap wine and surprise me.’ Bull & Bear is fun for special stay for the electrical street with the kids—and then occasions. And we were parade, and they should. It head back out when it's not Discover more at

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