Things To Do
Disney Springs
Disney Springs an outdoor shopping complex that offers a huge variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Some of our favorite places at Disney Springs are Salt & Straw ice cream shop and Erin McKenna's Bakery. Parking at Disney Springs is free. Disney Springs is one of our top recommendation! We love walking around and grabbing a bite to eat.
Walt Disney World
For those who are able to join, we would love to plan a family Disney day on Wednesday December 10th and experience the magic together!
Voodoo Doughnut
Located inside Universal’s City Walk, an entertainment and dining complex located between the two theme parks, Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure. Voodoo Doughnut is a popular and quirky doughnut shop known for its unique and creative doughnut flavors and its distinctive, often playful, branding. Originating in Portland, Oregon, it has gained a large following for its unconventional creations and vibrant pink boxes Voodoo Doughnut. The cost of parking at City Walk is $32 per vehicle, but parking is free after 6:00 pm.
New Smyrna Beach
If you’re looking to visit the beach, but don’t want to travel too far outside of Orlando, our recommendation would be New Smyrna Beach. Located on the Atlantic side of Florida, New Smyrna Beach is primarily known for its 17-mile stretch of white sand beaches and is approximately a 1-hour drive from Orlando.
Siesta Beach
If you’re looking for a beach experience but don’t mind traveling a little further, we would recommend Siesta Key Beach. Located in Sarasota Florida, Siesta Key Beach is home to powdery soft, cool-to-the-touch quartz sand and it is consistently ranked among the top beaches globally, thanks to its pristine beauty and crystal-clear waters. It is approximately a 2-hour and 15 minute drive from Orlando.
Blue Spring State Park
Located about 1 hour North of Orlando, Blue Spring is one of Taffy’s favorite hidden gems. During the winter months this spring is known for its large manatee population. The cost of parking is $6 per vehicle.