Author: Nancy Devault
Aloha! Orlando’s Best Luaus and Other Hawaiian-Inspired Date Ideas
If you ask any couple which romantic destinations are on their travel bucket list, the majority will likely include Hawaii. In fact, of all the places in the world, three of Hawaii’s islands rank within the top 12 of U.S….
Kid-Friendly Orlando Restaurants with Playgrounds + Play Spaces
It’s extremely challenging to enjoy a date night dinner when venturing out with the kids in tow! Am I right??? The kids are sure to bounce off the walls, crawl under the table, and offer up sourpuss faces more tart…
Our Guide to a DIY Disney Springs Pub Crawl
Sip and nibble the night away on a Disney Springs Pub Crawl Gone are the club days of Pleasure Island (oh, how the revolving dance floor at Mannequins Palace will forever be missed). But Disney Springs has become a beloved…
Holy (Sea) Cow! Where to See Manatees on Your Next Date
During our cooler months (typically November through March), thousands of manatees migrate to Florida’s warmer waters. And this annual visitation presents date night opportunities for couples to see the mellow giants up close in the great outdoors! There are multiple…
Discover Historic DeLand on a Date Day Trip
Orlando boasts endless opportunities for dating adventures, and its Central Florida location allows for even more fun through nearby day trips. A smidge closer to home than Volusia County’s gorgeous beachside cities, discover DeLand on a mini road trip. This…
9 Illuminating Tips for Seeing Holiday and Christmas Lights in Orlando
The holiday season is full of joy, generosity, and nostalgia. It’s fun to reminisce about Christmas traditions celebrated during childhood. But as adults (regardless of one’s ‘naughty’ or ‘nice’ status), embracing both old and new traditions reminds us of why…
Central Florida Paddleboarding Tours Every Orlandoan Needs to Try
Relationships stay afloat when well-balanced, right? So, listen up couples and comrades… It’s time to test your stability – literally – with epic stand-up paddleboard (SUP) adventures. There’s no shortage of awesome watersport companies facilitating SUP rentals and/or guided tours…
9 of Orlando’s Best Bike-Friendly Dates
Greater Orlando has more than 30 bike trail options that collectively total over 250 miles of paved, off-street biking. Bicycle tours can pave the way to adventurous dates for couples! Freshen up your standard go-to date with a two-wheeled tryst in…
10+ Celebrity-Owned Restaurants in Orlando for Date Night
Celebrities dominate the Billboard charts, television screens and sports arenas but, as it turns out, they’re just like us… foodies! That’s right, entertainers of all kinds are whipping up some of Central Florida’s best bites. So grab your leading love…
Touchdown! Best Places to Watch Football in Orlando
During football season, your significant other may be married to the television for both NFL and college football games. So, if you need a new game plan with more date night fantasies and less fantasy football, we recommend these best…
Raise a Glass at These Fantastic Oktoberfest Events in Orlando
Oktoberfest is held annually in Munich, Germany to celebrate Bavarian culture with a 16-day folk festival (running from late September to early October). Sure, a date night abroad would be awesome, but you can easily enjoy German-inspired brews at one…
A Culinary Map of Plant Street Eats
Winter Garden was incorporated as a town in 1903. Once known for its orange groves and railroad station, this historic suburb in West Orange County is now a favorite destination. Fitness enthusiasts, love West Orange Trail, and foodies love Plant…
4 Ways to Do Date Night in Lake Nona
Located about 20 miles south of Downtown Orlando, Lake Nona offers plenty of date night options for couples of all interests. Lake Nona first made a name for itself as home to some of Orlando’s top medical facilities and several…
A Romantic Weekend Getaway to Manasota Key
For the time of your life with your life partner, schedule a romantic weekend getaway on island time. You may be surprised to know that Florida has a total of 4,510 islands (ten acres or larger). This means the Sunshine…
Dive into Florida’s Best Tubing Destinations this Summer
Florida has one of the largest concentrations of natural springs in the world. In fact, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection says the Sunshine State boasts more than 900 natural springs. About 40 are open to the public and, yes,…
Seek Adventure with a Florida State Parks Annual Pass
Embark on adventures across the entire state of Florida with a Florida State Parks Annual Pass. Find out how the annual pass works and get some ideas for day trips and getaways with our picks for some of the best…
40+ New Date Night Ideas in Orlando for Couples in 2021
Orlando Date Night Guide doesn’t typically celebrate break-ups or separations… BUT we’re totally ready to boot 2020 to the wayside! And, no doubt, we’re all feeling a bit stir crazy and ready for a fresh start. In an effort to…
One-Tank Road Trips to Rock this Fall’s Best Concerts
Music often plays a steady beat in relationships because music influences emotions. Think about it…some of your favorite love moments are harmonious with songs, right? The radio jam that played on your first date, the playlist from that memorable road…
11 Quintessential Lake Eola Park Date Night Ideas
Did you know that the Lake Eola fountain is the City of Orlando’s official emblem? Far from the crowded theme park district, Lake Eola Park literally and figuratively remains the heart of The City Beautiful. When was the last time you…
Extreme Theme Park Date: Ride ALL 49 Disney Parks Rides in One Day
Orlando debuted its first theme park in 1971. Now fast forward to present day and the City Beautiful is known as the “Theme Park Capital of the World,” with numerous parks operated by Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studios Orlando,…
Dinner and a Show: Orlando’s Most Delish Pairings
For some, date night is synonymous with “dinner and a movie.” I prefer more interactive date nights that allow my partner and me to feel immersed in something new and exciting. This type of shared experience encourages us to engage…
Four Itineraries for a Progressive Dinner in Winter Garden
A progressive dinner is defined as “a dinner party in which each successive course is prepared and eaten at the residence of a different participant.” To plan your own, pick an area of Orlando where there’s a cluster of yummy…
Three Perfect Days Discovering the Palm Beaches
The Sunshine State is bursting with fun-in-the-sun getaway options for couples. Some of the most popular destinations are situated in South Florida – like Miami Beach and the Florida Keys. But 2.5 hours southeast of Orlando awaits 2,300 square miles…
Three Perfect Days in Dunedin
Dunedin is home to Honeymoon Island, so it’s safe to say that this Florida beach town makes for a lovely couples getaway. Less than a two-hour drive from Orlando, this romantic destination is situated on the shoreline of the Gulf…
5 Aquatic Date Adventures for Seafoodies
A table for two at a seafood restaurant is divine. But seafood lovers can dive deeper into date night with wild aquatic date adventures. You’ll reel in much more than the catch of the day on the open water with…
Ride the Wave on a Surfing Date Night
Written by Nancy DeVault and Stephanie Patterson Surfers are free-spirited, fit, and a bit salty (well, after a day in the ocean anyway). A surfing date will allow you to connect with each other while connecting to nature. Let’s face…
10 After Dark Date Nights for Outdoorsy Couples
Outdoorsy couples thrive on fun in the sun. But you can stay active and heat things up when the sun goes down too – and without sunscreen! We’re shining a light on outdoorsy after dark date nights that are best…
6 Cool Ice Cream Shops for Hot Dates
On a hot date, cool off with ice cream! We’ve got the scoop on the coolest local spots for beat-the-heat treats. Amazeballs Classic New Orleans Sno-Balls (Winter Park) Make a trip to the Winter Park Farmer’s Market even more amazing…
Visit Florida Ruins on a Historic Date Day Trip
Maybe the romantic city of Rome, Italy holds the crown for most impressive ruins. But, you may be surprised to know that Central Florida has its fair share of notable ruins as well. A day trip visit to the following…
Daddy-Daughter Date Ideas to Celebrate Father’s Day
It’s time for a date with your true love! Aside from your significant other, your child melts your heart like no other. Celebrate Father’s Day (Sunday, June 18, 2017) together with an epic daddy-daughter date that you both will cherish….
Three Perfect Days in Jensen Beach
Looking for a nearby, relaxing couple’s getaway? Discover Jensen Beach, a small beach town inclusive of Hutchinson Island, a barrier island that continues into Fort Pierce. Jensen Beach and Stuart, its neighboring town to the south, offer two coastlines to…
