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Shopping & Dining
Shopping
Shopping is a big attraction in Orlando. Here are some of tips for both budget outlet and designer Orlando shopping.
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Florida Mall
Good for department store shopping, including Macy's, JC Penny and Sears. Exit junction 74 of the I-4, turn right onto Sand Lake Road and continue until you see the mall on the right. | Mall at Millenia
One of the newest shopping malls in Orlando, containing many designer shops including Burberry, Gucci, Chanel, Coach, Banana Republic and many more. Exit junction 78 of the I4. |
Orlando Premium Outlets
Very good designer outlet shops, including DKNY, Hugo Boss, Nike, Levi's, Armani and many more. Exit junction 68 of the I-4, continue straight across crossroads and follow the road until you see the mall on the right. |
Locally there are two Publix supermarkets within 5-10 minutes from Watersong. One at Champions Gate, where there is also a Walgreens pharmacy and another at Lake Wilson Road. These are very good suppermarkets where you find everything you need.
If you want hypermarket shopping then Walmart is for you. There are two Walmarts on the I27, one towards Haines City and another at Clermont. These are both around 10-12 miles from Watersong.
Dining in Orlando
Eating out is a very big part of any Orlando Vacation and the mainstay of your evening entertainment. Here are some tips and our favourites.
Bahama Breeze is a great favourite and combines a mix of excellent food, good service and a Caribbean feel including a live steel band.
Carrabba's has a traditional Italian feel, good quality food and reputation, very popular.
Celebration is one of the best kept secrets in Orlando (Until now). You can leave your car and stroll, which is a rare treat in Orlando. You can choose from a number of lovely restaurants, or simply relax in a rocking chair on the waterfront promenade and watch the world go by.
There is a great selection of themed restaurants at Downtown Disney, including Planet Hollywood, The Rain Forest Cafe amd the latest - TRex with spectacular animatronic dinsoaurs, meteor showers and volcanoes! At peak times, though, prepare to wait in line!
US192 The US192 hs a huge range of restaurants, including fast food restaurants (McDonalds, Burger King etc), all you can eat buffets, including Ponderosa, Sizzler etc. Seafood restaurant, of which the Red Lobster is our favourite and many more.
A little further away is Univerals's equivalent to Downtown Disney. It also has a great selection of restaurants, including Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., the Hard Rock Cafe and the NBA Sports restaurant.
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