A visit to the Orlando area would not be complete without a visit or two to one or more of the numerous shopping malls that are located all over the place. Although we have visited many of them we still have a way to go before we have completed the list that we already know off and there are more opening up all the time.
Florida Mall – located at the intersection of Orange Blossom Trail and Sand Lake Road. Department stores such as JC Penny, Sears, Saks, Dillards and many smaller shops together with a Food Hall giving you a bewildering choice to eat. An all day experience
Lake Buena Vista Factory Shops – located on 535, south of 535/536 intersection. One of the smaller outlets but nevertheless well worth a visit. Call at the Swim Mart to collect a voucher booklet.
Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets – located on Vineland Avenue, exit 68 off the I4. Here you can shop at more than 160 designer and name-brand outlet stores. Well contained and easy to find your way round with a the help of their map. There are many sports wear shops, and other shops include Jimmy Choo, Burberry, DKNY, Ralph Lauren, Versace, Michael Kors, Armani, Hugo Boss, Gucci and many others.
Premium outlets – located on International Drive . These shops but well worth a visit epically if you are looking for a bargain. Outlet stores including, Nike Clearance store, Guess, Levi’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Lacoste and more.
International Drive premium outlets – Located at the top end of International Drive it’s Florida’s largest outlet shopping destination. Stores include Saks off 5th, Converse, Diesel, Forever 21. The North Face, many sports shops, and a food court so you can stop and refuel in between shopping.
The Loop – located at the junction of the John Young Parkway and Osceola Parkway. One of the newer malls, with a Kohls, Sports Authority, Beds, Bath and Beyond, Old Navy and many other others
Eagle Ridge – Located on Highway 27, south of Haines City. JC Penny, Sears and many others including a food court and a 12 screen cinema complex.
West Oaks Mall – situated on Highway 50. Again has the department stores of JC Penny, Dillard’s, Bath & Body Works and many other smaller shops and a large food court.
The Mall at Millenia – Just off the I 4. Well worth a visit if only for window shopping. Department stores include Macy and Bloomingdales. Other up market shops include Gucci, Tiffany and Cartier. Wonderful eateries including a Cheesecake Factory which has cheesecake to die for as desserts, but do not forget to leave room for it after the starter and main course.
Old Town – situated on the 192 just past I 4 going eastwards. Many small speciality shops. Worth visiting in the evening when they have live music and the Car shows and Cruises at the weekend ( Check website for information )