Special Occasions
Best Rooftop Bars & Restaurants in Orlando
Take advantage of our pleasant year-round weather and enjoy the setting sun over Orlando as you gaze into that special someone’s eyes. These rooftop bars & restaurants in Orlando invite you to nibble and toast your way through date night…
Best Orlando Spas for Couples
A day at the spa is the ultimate romantic outing when you just need an escape. Whether closing your eyes during a massage or staring deeply into the soul of your mate, you both will be able to relax and…
We Visited the Orlando Beer Spa! Here’s What to Expect
I’ll admit, when I first heard about My Beer Spa, the new Orlando beer spa on I-Drive, I wasn’t sure what to expect. What treatments are offered? What exactly about it is relaxing and beneficial? Yet after experiencing it with my…
9 Things to Do for a Birthday in Orlando: Ultimate Pub Crawls
Whether you’re a local or visiting the City Beautiful, there are so many things to do for a birthday in Orlando. From awesome experiences you can’t have anywhere else to delicious dinners there are so many choices. We do have…
Hiring a Babysitter for Your Next Date Night
Hiring a babysitter in Orlando, or anywhere, is no easy task. So to help fellow parents out there get some quality time, this guide includes tips on where to find potential babysitters and how to prepare for the big night….
10 Best Places to Dine with Orlando Sunset Views
Sunsets make us swoon. Being landlocked, we Orlandonians don’t get the pleasure of watching the ocean slowly swallow the sun. We’d have to travel to our lovely Gulf Coast for that unrivaled vista. But on clear nights, our local sunsets can…
Places to Enjoy an Orlando Omakase Chef’s Table
Hand your palate over to the chef for an Orlando Omakase feast that will astound you. The exact translation of Omakase is debatable. Some say it means “chefs choice,” while others will argue that the Japanese phrase means “I’ll leave…
50 First Dates in Orlando
Reader Recommendations + Editor Picks for the best First Date Ideas in Orlando “Where should I go for a first date?” is the question we get asked by readers most often. You want to make a good first impression, but also…
Immersion at London House: An upscale dining experience
Have you heard of the London House? If not, it’s likely because it’s an ultra-exclusive private social club with membership dues costing as much as $15,000 a year and more. Admission to the swanky spot could only be granted by…
Best Birthday Ideas for Adults in Orlando
When it comes to birthdays, kids aren’t the only ones that deserve an epic birthday celebration. Everyone deserves to let loose and celebrate another year around the sun. Orlando is full of great places for the grown-ups to celebrate too!…
A Guide to Orlando’s Best Private Dining Rooms
Whether you are looking for a space to accommodate 2 people or 500, certain celebrations call for an extra special setting. We’ve compiled a guide to help you navigate your way through the ample selection of private dining rooms in Orlando…
Mother’s Day in Orlando: Brunch, Local Gifts and More
Between work, housework, and distance learning, moms deserve to be celebrated more than ever! While celebrating might still look a little different this year, get creative and show the fantastic moms in your life just how much you love and…
Orlando’s Most Romantic Experiences
From leisurely boat tours to beautiful gardens and intimate dining, the City Beautiful is full of romantic escapades for couples. Need a little help planning an enchanting date? Here’s our guide to the most romantic experiences in Orlando.
New Private Stargazing Experience at Orlando Science Center
After nearly two years of closure, the Orlando Science Center observatory is open once more. For the first time, you can now view the stars during a captivating new private observatory and planetarium experience. This date-worthy experience includes guided viewing…
What’s Included in a Disney Fireworks Cruise?
Need a date night idea for a SUPER DUPER special occasion? You can now choose from multiple fireworks options at Walt Disney World. With increased options there come increased choices to make. Which Disney fireworks cruise is best for you…
Orlando Micro Wedding Guide: Packages for Mini Celebrations
Many of 2020’s events and celebrations, including weddings, have unfortunately been canceled or rescheduled due to COVID-19. Lucky for us, Orlando knows how to adapt! Some of our local event venues and vendors have crafted wedding packages specifically for nuptials…
Celebrating a Special Occasion At Home While Social Distancing
For those of us who are celebrating milestones, birthdays, anniversaries, or something else, our options have become limited during social distancing. My family has already had three celebrations so far since social distancing began in Orlando, but we’ve decided to…
10 Ways to Spend Valentine’s Day in Winter Garden
From a romantic and free outdoor concert to a specialty food tour and several artsy couples’ workshops, here’s the best of what’s happening for Valentine’s Day in Winter Garden. – SPONSORED – We’ve been longtime fans of Winter Garden…
Valentine’s Day in Orlando 2019
It’s almost time to celebrate the most romantic holiday of the year! Have you started planning yet? If not, look no further than our official guide to things to do for Valentine’s Day in Orlando 2019. There’s something for every…
7 Orlando Bachelor and Bachelorette Party Ideas by @theorlandoduo
Recently engaged and starting the party planning process? We checked in with local married couple Jessica & Tyler of @theorlandoduo for their top Orlando bachelor and bachelorette party ideas. As we’re both big theme park fans, we knew we wanted to…
10 Amazing Orlando Wedding Proposals We Love
Nothing warms our hearts here at Orlando Date Night Guide quite like a good how we met, first date, or wedding proposal story. We can’t help double tapping every emotional proposal that comes across our Instagram feed, or swooning at…
Marry Like An Orlandoan: 6 Unique Spots to Tie the Knot
Are you recently engaged and wondering where to get married in Orlando? The City Beautiful has no shortage of venues for weddings and vow renewals, whether you are only inviting those closest to you or a large crowd. It’s no…
Orlando Date Night Ideas From First Date to Anniversary
Plan the perfect first, second, and third date, anniversary celebration, first getaway, and proposal in Orlando Dinner at the same old restaurant followed by a movie at the closest theater just isn’t going to cut it this time. Whether you’re…
10 Over the Top Experiences to Save for a Special Occasion
It’s not everyday you get to celebrate a significant relationship milestone. Anniversaries, proposals, engagements, and meaningful holidays definitely call for a certain type of celebration. Yet planning can sometimes feel overwhelming and daunting. In fact, one of the most frequent…
11 Perfect Places to Get Engaged in Orlando
By Courtney Capellan If you’re looking for a truly spectacular place to get engaged in Orlando, there are plenty of possibilities to choose from. UPDATED February 2019 Hot Air Balloon Popping the question–with fire above and the wind in your hair–will be the ultimate…
7 Disney Date Night Ideas – Outside of the Parks
Plan a perfect Disney date night; no park admission necessary! By Erica Thomas Don’t write off the famous mouse as nothing more than a tourist attraction for families and children. Mickey and Minnie have many date night possibilities to offer…
Made in Orlando: A Local Orlando Gift Guide
Our Orlando gift guide to sweet swag that’s available in local shops or made by artisans. By Samantha Rosenthal From Valentine’s Day to birthdays to anniversaries, surprise your sweetie with something local. Check out our gift guide for some mega thoughtful ideas!…
Interactive Spirits: The Cocktail Table Experience at Highball & Harvest
Updated July 2018 The worlds of food and cocktails have collided thanks to a blossoming craft cocktail movement that makes drinking much more of an epicurean experience than ever before. The sky truly is the limit for bartenders willing to…
The Chef’s Table at Osprey Tavern is an Elegant Indulgence
Upon entry to Baldwin Park’s new restaurant The Osprey Tavern, a world of epicurean decadence unfolds around you. Achieving a unique flair of Parisian fine dining and classic pub tenor, The Osprey presents discerning diners with a gourmet selection of…
The Chef’s Table at Highball and Harvest
Here’s an irrefutable fact about dining trends: we want to be closer to our food. And not just because we’re valuing craft and quality more than ever, but because we crave the story and the humanity behind what we eat….
Citrus Restaurant Wows with an Affordable Local-Focused Chef’s Table
Wander through the “Eats” section of Orlando Date Night Guide and it won’t be long before you realize that I love chef’s tables. If every dinner out was comprised of a series of small plates, each designed to showcase the chef’s…
