Just because Orlando is a city steeped in kid-friendly attractions, that doesn’t mean that theme park rides and aquariums are the only show in town. In fact, with a host of unique shopping, dining, and nightlife options, plus Marriott’s wide range of Orlando hotels scattered throughout the city, planning a grown-up getaway for two is easier than you think. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- The Mall at Millenia. Filled with sophisticated shops, this upscale mall is strictly for the well-heeled. Treat yourself to something special from Jimmy Choo, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tory Burch, Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Dior, Channel, Gucci, Burberry, Louis Vuitton, and more. (Note: If you plan to shop ’til you drop in Florida, be sure to ask your Orlando hotel’s concierge about special shopping packages – they could end up saving you a pretty penny.)
- Orlando Watersports Complex. Try a new sport at this unique 10-acre watersports complex featuring lessons in wakeboarding, wakeskating, kneeboarding, and waterskiing.
- Bob Marley’s. At Universal CityWalk, just minutes from many Orlando hotels, this Jamaican-inspired restaurant channels the laid-back vibe of Bob Marley’s legendary music – and celebrates the culture of the island nation he loved. The restaurant is a replica of the home Bob Marley shared with his wife and family – and features live reggae nightly.
- Wallaby Ranch Hang Gliding Flight Park. Just a short drive from Orlando, you can strap into a hang glider and float gently back to earth. Featuring tandem experiences, individual instruction, and glider and equipment rentals, this full-service flight park offers everything you need for a safe and exciting journey.
- Daytona 500 Experience. If NASCAR is your passion, then the Daytona 500 Experience is a dream come true. Here, you can tour the track, check out Acceleration Alley, ride a shotgun with a professional driver, or take the wheel yourself and cruise the track at the World Center of Racing.
- Thornton Park. For a decidedly non-theme park night on the town, ask your Orlando hotel’s concierge for directions to Thornton Park. Teeming with chic restaurants, casual cafes, and hip, new clubs filled with locals, this area near Downtown offers some of the city’s best dining and nightlife.
Of course, there’s more fun to be had in Florida’s fifth-largest city, so if you need more ideas, help planning your stay, or assistance with getting tickets to local attractions and events, the concierge staff at Marriott’s Orlando hotels can help.