Shaylon & Seth
Orlando: The City Beautiful
Lake Eola Park Swan Boat Rentals
Somehow we both lived in Orlando for too many years without ever partaking in the swan boats. But once we did it, we were hooked. It's an inexpensive way to explore Lake Eola and the downtown area. Relax Bar & Grill is across from the swan boats if you're looking for a quick bite after your excursion.
Walt Disney World Resort
Let's be honest, everyone thinks of the Mouse when you say Orlando. Luckily we planned our wedding during the off season/good weather season for the parks. So if you've never been or are an avid park enthusiast, now is the time to hit up one of the four Disney parks.
Disney Springs
Home to several of our favorite restaurants like Polite Pig, Paddlefish and Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar. You can also find fun experiences there such as The Void (virtual reality), Aerophile (hot air balloon ride) and the AMC dine in movie theater along with many others. You can easily spend a whole day here.
Orlando Science Center
A fun and educational place to enjoy for both kids and adults. Our favorite floors are the top floor which houses a fantastic dinosaur exhibit and the bottom floor that has many animals you can find in Florida.
ICON Park™
We recommend taking a ride on The Wheel and checking out SEA LIFE aquarium. If you get hungry while you are there we suggest going to Uncle Julio's and don't forget to order the chocolate pinata if you are with a large party.
Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'
Art Smith's Homecomin' quickly became one of our favorite restaurants and may be our favorite restaurant ever. Just make sure you bring your appetite with you. The portions are ridiculous. For lunch or dinner, we recommend ordering the Thigh High Chicken Biscuits and Macaroni & Cheese. If you make it out for brunch, we suggest the Maple Bacon Doughnuts as a starter.
Se7en Bites Bake Shop
One of Orlando's secret treasures. It's been featured on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" with Guy Fieri. Shaylon's favorite is the Buscuits & Gravy and Seth loves the 3 Little Pigs.
The Glass Knife
Mind blowing pastries are found here that are a perfect finish to the excellent brunch or lunch items you can find on offer. Seth suggests the Mediterranean flatbread for lunch.
Pom Pom's Teahouse & Sandwicheria
Ah, the place where we first met. Seth will tell you that the world stopped when I walked in the door that night. Seth's favorite is The Tuscan Melt and Shaylon suggests the Colossal PBJ if you have a sweet tooth.
Pizza Bruno
Seth will tell you that it's the best pizza on planet earth. Many people in Orlando would agree. The garlic knots are the stuff of legend in this city.
Tako Cheena
A local favorite of ours that offers delicious Latin-Asian fusion. We recommend the Korean beef tacos and apple empanadas.
Santiago's Bodega | Altamonte Springs
An absolutely incredible Tapas style restaurant. This is a great way to share many small plates and bond over a meal with friends and family. This was the first restaurant we went to after Seth was cleared to go out after his kidney transplant.
The Fat Lamb
This restaurant is across the street from Shaylon's old Orlando apartment and we went there probably more times than we care to admit. For a quick Greek lunch you won't find anything better than Fat Lamb.
Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar
This is where Seth first met Jacob and Alisa. It is also where we had our first photo taken because at one point we were terrible at selfies (if you can believe that). Seth says that the "world famous" shark kebabs live up to the hype.