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Orlando Shopping
By Howard Farmer
Orlando shopping is a popular activity for tourists. The city and
surrounding area is home to several malls, outlet centers and open
air markets. If you want shopping, this is the place to go. There
are a large variety of shops, both big and small in these shopping
malls and outlet centers. In addition to brand name merchandise,
you will find a variety of items that are unique to Florida.
Orlando Shopping Malls
The Florida Mall is the largest shopping area in Orlando. The mall
has 245 stores, including eight department stores. Whatever you
are looking for, you are likely to find it here. The mall is located
near International Drive, Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and
Sea World. The prices are much better than you will find in the
resort shops or theme parks. Stop by the mall to buy souvenirs and
gifts for the whole family.
Alamonte Mall is located not too far from the downtown area. This
mall has over 150 stores for convenient shopping. The atmosphere
in this mall is very Floridian. There are indoor palm trees and
native vegetation in the mall.
Orlando Shopping at Outlet Malls
Outlet malls are known for great deals. The Orlando area is home
to several outlet centers. Two are located right on International
Drive: The Belz Factory Outlet and Belz Designer Outlet Center.
These are very convenient, if you are staying near the theme parks
or at one of the resorts. Belz Factory Outlet is the largest outlet
center in the United States. The designer outlet has Ralph Lauren,
DKNY and many other famous designer names.
There are two other outlet centers in this area. The Orlando Premium
Outlet is known for discount merchandise. You will find many good
deals here at just about every store. Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores
is convenient to Walt Disney World. There are a wide variety of
stores in this outlet. You will find something for the whole family
here. There is a playground for the kids when they need a break
from shopping.
Open Air Shopping
International Drive is home to two large, open air markets. The
Mercado has a variety of designer clothing stores. There are several
stores selling art work created by local artists. This is also a
great place to find distinctive Floridian merchandise, including
many offerings reminiscent of the Florida Keys. The cobblestone
walk ways give this market a unique feeling.
The Pointe Orlando is a large open air market. There are many choices
here not only for shopping, but for dining and evening entertainment.
Visit the sixty stores and shop till you drop. When you have finished
shopping, enjoy a meal in one of the seven restaurants located in
the market. If you are looking for night life, there are two night
clubs here as well.
There are two other open air markets in the area: the Church Street
and Central Florida Farmer’s Market. You will enjoy browsing in
these markets while enjoying the beautiful weather. The Farmer’s
Market has fresh produce, locally made crafts and a variety of other
merchandise.
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