Author: Kelsey Glennon
How to Plan a Romantic Getaway to Amelia Island Florida
Boutiques, beaches, and world-class dining await on historic and romantic Amelia Island. Hop in the car headed north from Orlando and two-and-a-half hours later, just a few miles from the Georgia border, you’ll find Amelia Island. After a few trips…
A Culinary Map of Incredible Park Avenue Restaurants
It wasn’t until I left my hometown, Winter Park, and traveled abroad that I realized how special it is to have a street like Park Avenue in a community. Park Avenue embodies one of Europe’s most celebrated civic designs–the strolling…
Orlando U-Pick Farms – Oranges, Blueberries, Strawberries, Sunflowers, and More
Once upon a time, farmland spread across Florida, as far as the eye can see. Things may be different nowadays, but there are plenty of u-pick farms near Orlando. Go hyperlocal by visiting u-pick farms in Central Florida to pick…
7 Awesome Ways to Explore East End Market Orlando
What was once an abandoned old church and a lawn full of weeds is now known as East End Market, the collective home of unique Orlando vendors and artisans. This European-style market has defined the Audubon Park Garden District and…
Orlando Chocolate Shops You Need to Know About Before Valentine’s Day
Surprise your Valentine this February 14th with more than just a box of waxy drugstore chocolates. Show them you really care with fresh, locally-made treats from some of the finest chocolate purveyors in Orlando. Sweeten your Valentine’s Day with a…
An Alluring Weekend Getaway to Lido Key
Located off the shores of Sarasota in the warm waters of the Gulf, Lido Key is a narrow island lined with powder white beaches, packed with luxury homes and hotels, and filled with some of the best ambience for a…
A Culinary Crawl of Edgewater Drive Restaurants
From homemade pasta to freshly pressed juices, Edgewater Drive has cuisine for every palate. This College Park Main Street is packed with small business eateries that are waiting to treat you and your partner to a delicious date night. Plan…
Sultry Spots to Hear Live Jazz in the Orlando Area
When I lived in New York City I used to love strolling the streets of Greenwich Village, dipping into a dimly lit lounge to enjoy a jazz trio, and ending the night at a French bar and bistro with red…
Date Night Eats in Orlando’s Little Vietnam
After the Vietnam War, the USA saw an influx of war refugees. Many immigrants chose central Florida to make a home, where they set up shop just north of Downtown Orlando. Cities like New York may be known for their…
A Culinary Map of Baldwin Park Date Night Spots
As a born and bred Orlandoan, I have watched Baldwin Park blossom from a vast military plot of neglected overgrowth into a bustling community home to restaurants, parks, and residences. As a young girl, I remember riding my bicycle past…
An Austin Inspired Date Night
You can’t drive around Austin, TX without seeing the iconic “Keep Austin Wierd” slogan slapped across bumpers. The phrase was originally engineered to celebrate the city’s beloved small businesses, but it defines the city in its pride for the unique…
A Chicago Inspired Date Night
The Windy City couldn’t be more different than the Sunshine State. But thanks to long, dark winters, many midwesterners flock to warmer climates for several months of the year, meaning the influence of Chicago has made its way south as…
Wild Date Night: Unique Animal Encounters in Central Florida
If you’re really looking to liven up your date nights, think WILD. Central Florida is home to zoos, preserves, and wildlife sanctuaries abound with Floridian animals and exotic species from abroad. Explore, admire, and even care for these animals on…
A Portland Inspired Date Night
Portland, Oregon is rainy, cold, and about as far from Orlando you can get within the continental US. But I assure you, Orlando and Portland share many similarities. Perhaps you are most familiar with the Pacific Northwest city of Portland…
Detox in the Outdoors: How to do a Camper Staycation in Central Florida
If getting outside and away from I-4 construction for the weekend sounds enticing, try these steps to planning the ultimate camper staycation in Central Florida for you and your date. According to a recent study by University of Pittsburgh School…
Date Night Dancing in Orlando: Classes and Clubs
Thanks to popular television shows like So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing with the Stars and World of Dance, dance as an art and activity is making a national comeback. Orlando’s diversity and thriving arts scene make for a lively…
Feast Around the World: A Multicultural Date Night
If you’re a fan of travel, perhaps your most memorable date nights have been abroad. Twirling pasta and talking over candlelight in Rome? Slurping ramen and exchanging laughter in Tokyo? Gulping water and giggling after eating Thai-hot curry in Phuket?…
A New York City Inspired Date Night in Orlando
Orlando was where I was born and raised, but for a short time I also called New York City home. Sometimes I still pine for the Big Apple, The Empire State, The City of Dreams, or as the locals call…
Going Gatsby in Orlando: 5 Places to Have a Roarin’ Good Time
The early half of the 20th century was a quirky little time in American history. Alcohol was illegal, yet young Americans were still having fun dancing the Charleston, listening to jazz, and pushing past social and cultural expectations of the…
