What to do in Orlando besides Disney??

[TrudyCampbell]

We're going to a wedding in Orlando in October and we've decided to make a long weekend out of it. We'll be baby free. It's a little annoying since we were just in Orlando in February but oh well. This wedding is casino themed (don't get me started) so I wish it was in Vegas! 

Annnyway, any restaurant recs or anything? unclejesse katie

[unclejesse]

It depends where in Orlando you'll be. Winter Park is great, especially without a kid. If you are looking for great BBQ, hit up 4 Rivers. They are closed on Sundays though. I could be biased and say my restaurant or our sister restaurant. I could recommend places to eat anywhere though.

However! I know you said no Disney, but you will be here while the Epcot Food and Wine Fest is going on. It has food from around the world and so.much.alcohol. I seriously can't wait for it and we will probably be going several times!

[claralou]

I had to stop reading at "casino themed" wedding. Pleeeeeaaaase dress accordingly, Trudy. PLEASE?!

[unclejesse]

Aug 27, 2013 14:48:04 GMT -5 claralou said:

I had to stop reading at "casino themed" wedding. Pleeeeeaaaase dress accordingly, Trudy. PLEASE?!

I'm hoping this includes a feathery showgirl headdress.

[katfco]

When I was in Orlando a couple of years ago, I really wanted to see the Titanic experience and Ripley's museum. Sadly, I didn't get to, but I hear they're good.

[claralou]

Aug 27, 2013 14:49:01 GMT -5 unclejesse said:

Aug 27, 2013 14:48:04 GMT -5 claralou said:

I had to stop reading at "casino themed" wedding. Pleeeeeaaaase dress accordingly, Trudy. PLEASE?!

I'm hoping this includes a feathery showgirl headdress.

OMG yes. And a sparkly leotard that turns into a skirt at the hip. 

[TrudyCampbell]

The RSVP card said "How many players are anteing up" and then the choices were "all in for love!" or "I have to fold"

[TrudyCampbell]

Aug 27, 2013 14:42:08 GMT -5 unclejesse said:

It depends where in Orlando you'll be. Winter Park is great, especially without a kid. If you are looking for great BBQ, hit up 4 Rivers. They are closed on Sundays though. I could be biased and say my restaurant or our sister restaurant. I could recommend places to eat anywhere though.

However! I know you said no Disney, but you will be here while the Epcot Food and Wine Fest is going on. It has food from around the world and so.much.alcohol. I seriously can't wait for it and we will probably be going several times!

That sounds sooo fun but is it fun for a preg?

[unclejesse]

Aug 27, 2013 15:36:07 GMT -5 TrudyCampbell said:

Aug 27, 2013 14:42:08 GMT -5 unclejesse said:

It depends where in Orlando you'll be. Winter Park is great, especially without a kid. If you are looking for great BBQ, hit up 4 Rivers. They are closed on Sundays though. I could be biased and say my restaurant or our sister restaurant. I could recommend places to eat anywhere though.

However! I know you said no Disney, but you will be here while the Epcot Food and Wine Fest is going on. It has food from around the world and so.much.alcohol. I seriously can't wait for it and we will probably be going several times!

That sounds sooo fun but is it fun for a preg?

Oh balls I forgot you were up the spout. But yes the food is still awesome. I could still find stuff for you!

[TrudyCampbell]

Being pregnant ruins Orlando!

[bigapple]

Aug 27, 2013 15:36:07 GMT -5 TrudyCampbell said:

Aug 27, 2013 14:42:08 GMT -5 unclejesse said:

It depends where in Orlando you'll be. Winter Park is great, especially without a kid. If you are looking for great BBQ, hit up 4 Rivers. They are closed on Sundays though. I could be biased and say my restaurant or our sister restaurant. I could recommend places to eat anywhere though.

However! I know you said no Disney, but you will be here while the Epcot Food and Wine Fest is going on. It has food from around the world and so.much.alcohol. I seriously can't wait for it and we will probably be going several times!

That sounds sooo fun but is it fun for a preg?

I think I would be annoyed as a preg because drunk people suck, but I had the best time at the Food and Wine fest when we were there for a wedding. We had a group of about thirty college friends and dates drinking through the 20+ countries and booths. I had to meet family for a bit and came back to DH in a Viking helmet with braids.

Then we snuck into the pool at the Wilderness Lodge and went naked sliding. Good times.

[TrudyCampbell]

Being pregnant does NOT ruin outlet shopping, thank goodness. But boo to all of the alcohol and theme park rides I can't participate in

[TrudyCampbell]

Aug 27, 2013 15:47:45 GMT -5 @pcloadletter said:

You can sip your husband's wines. Lol @ up the spout. I heart you unclejesse

I know, up the spout is my new favorite term!

[unclejesse]

Aug 27, 2013 15:42:44 GMT -5 TrudyCampbell said:

Being pregnant does NOT ruin outlet shopping, thank goodness. But boo to all of the alcohol and theme park rides I can't participate in

Yes I was at the outlet mall (one of the 2 we have) and spent way too much.

[rjamz]

Aug 27, 2013 15:38:17 GMT -5 unclejesse said:

Aug 27, 2013 15:36:07 GMT -5 TrudyCampbell said:

That sounds sooo fun but is it fun for a preg?

Oh balls I forgot you were up the spout. !

Win for best line of the day.

Nay! Best line of the week

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[bebeetmoi]

Aug 27, 2013 15:35:45 GMT -5 TrudyCampbell said:

The RSVP card said "How many players are anteing up" and then the choices were "all in for love!" or "I have to fold"

Please tell me these are your H's friends and not yours...

[TrudyCampbell]

Aug 27, 2013 16:16:10 GMT -5 bebeetmoi said:

Aug 27, 2013 15:35:45 GMT -5 TrudyCampbell said:

The RSVP card said "How many players are anteing up" and then the choices were "all in for love!" or "I have to fold"

Please tell me these are your H's friends and not yours...

Unfortunately, it's one of my girlfriends from high school. Uggghhh! She has always been a little cheesy with stuff, but this is just... no. And her wedding pinterest board makes my eyes bleed. I love her though! 

[katie]

I agree with UJ in Winter Park restaurants and it should be nice during that time too so you can walk around that area. At Disney they have a cirque du soleil show if you are into that. Universal has blue man group. I have never been to the food and wine festival but it sounds fun! Lots of walking although I know you are used to that.

There is a winter park boat tour, it's very not fancy but it's kinda cool especially if you like to find out about places and history. Its a pretty ride too.

I can't really think of anything else. Maybe something will be happening downtown since that's where you will be. Casino theme, yikes.

[TrudyCampbell]

Aug 27, 2013 17:58:35 GMT -5 katie said:

I agree with UJ in Winter Park restaurants and it should be nice during that time too so you can walk around that area. At Disney they have a cirque du soleil show if you are into that. Universal has blue man group. I have never been to the food and wine festival but it sounds fun! Lots of walking although I know you are used to that.

There is a winter park boat tour, it's very not fancy but it's kinda cool especially if you like to find out about places and history. Its a pretty ride too.

I can't really think of anything else. Maybe something will be happening downtown since that's where you will be. Casino theme, yikes.

Good suggestions, thanks!

[ruby412]

I wonder if there are any spas that are especially nice in Orlando? You guys could get a couples/prenatal massage. (Spa is a crucial part of an adults only vacation for me!)

[katie]

Good idea ruby412! The hotel you are staying in may be a good place for the spa but I haven't been to their spa. I have been to the Ritz Carlton spa which isn't too far from your hotel and it was soooo nice!

The beaches are also about an hour away to the east and 2 hours to the west. I prefer the west coast beaches, but then you will be in the car for a while for only a day trip.