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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community Sep 28, 2000
Pros: Listed Below
Cons: Listed Below
Summary:
Review Topic: Practical InformationMy title is just a bit of an exaggeration.....just a bit because there were no burning cars and no overnights in the snow. On Monday of this week I was returning from a few days of playing in ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 16, 2002
Pros: Good food, friendly people, lots to do at night
Cons: Recent renovations are not always on par with what has been replaced
Summary: Living in Orlando, people often assume that you have the chance to go to Disney everyday. Little do they realize that Disney is actually about 20 minutes from the "real" downtown, and it is too expensive and tourist oriented for many of the people who ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 27, 2001
Pros: the best food ever
Cons: um, you do have to pay for it, but not pay too much
Summary: Orlando, if lacking soul, has some really great food. I'm going to tell you about it.
Houston's: this is a chain, though not a franchise, so the quality does not vary so much. Me, my family, and friends adore Houston's. It's totally ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Dec 17, 2000
Pros: Beats staying in your hotel room for the night.
Cons: Serious safety considerations.
Summary: Church Street Station, located in Downtown Orlando, is rapidly losing its luster, its popular nightclubs (Orange Avenue) and its visitors (both tourists and "locals").
The Orlando Police Department has had to "beef up" its cruiser, bicycle and ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 21, 2000
Pros: Attractions for kids
Cons: Prices are too high for the average
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Review Topic: Sights & AttractionsAs a single mom, I made it to Orlando...alone. I was glad I did that because I want to bring my kids here and now I do know where I will go with them and where I get most out of the money. ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 16, 2000
Pros: Something for everyone and beautiful weather
Cons: Lots of walking and crowds, if you come at the wrong time of year
Summary:
Review Topic: Sights & AttractionsAs a resident of Orlando, I beg you not to disregard Disney if you are child-free. You simply need to know what to do and where to go for a Disney adventure for the young-at-heart. ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 10, 2000
Pros: Clean, fun, and a very relaxing atmosphere!!!
Cons: Rides can get a little costly.....
Summary:
Review Topic: EntertainmentWe went to Orlando for our honeymoon the month of June, 2000. We looked over many attractions and decided to visit Old Town. What a pleasant surprise! We arrived early Sat. evening to be greeted by a ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 9, 2000
Pros: Many things to do besides Disney
Cons: TRAFFIC
Summary:
Review Topic: Sports & OutdoorsI LOVE DISNEY. I just wanted to let you all know that before you proceeded to read my opinion on the overview of the Orlando area. Disney is one of the best things ever created besides my dog ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 2, 2000
Pros: reasonably priced
Cons: many tough choices
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Review Topic: RestaurantsBeing Vietnamese, I am particular about Asian food. I have never been disappointed during the many times I have eaten at Viet Garden. The food is always delicious and aesthetically pleasing. I like ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 11, 2000
Pros: fun, lots to do
Cons: expensive
Summary: Seeing how I live here half the year, I can give you details from a native point of view as well as a visitos point of view. Orlando, in the middle of Florida and one of the largest and fastes growing citiest in FLorida is growing in more ways than one. ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 25, 2000
Pros: Attractions
Cons: HOT, HOT, HOT
Summary: Since I live just outside of Orlando, Fl. I visit downtown frequently. I have been to most of the attractions, and I can safely say there is something to do for everyone. Orlando is one of the most popular vacation areas in the U.S. There is nightlife, ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 15, 2000
Pros: fun, tons of stuff to see and do, exciting nightlife
Cons: bad parking, bums everywhere asking for spare change, crack heads on Parramore avenue
Summary: Downtown Orlando is pretty cool, It is more expensive in parts to live there. There is tons of stuff to do and see. There are also things that tourists do not really see.
Most people know about the exchange on Church Street. It is a building ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 16, 2000
Pros: Worth Seeing Once
Cons: expensive, not much to ride, too many stores
Summary: We went to Disney World and Orlando in the Middle of March this year. WE wanted to see the Millenium Celebration. I had heard so much about this place that we had to go.
We paid almost $500.00 for a 4 day park hopper pass to get in to see ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 13, 2000
Pros: Strong drinks, killer music, clean loo.
Cons: Any cover charge, no matter how small, is a con.
Summary: Ladies and Gentlemen, I cut my hair. A mere trim, you may inquire. To which I would say, "Trim? Huh! I think not." I cut all the hair on my pretty little head, with the exception of a few inches, off. This may seem to you to be of little ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 7, 2000
Pros: Bar selection
Cons: No jay-walking
Summary: Downtown Orlando... more than just Church Street... extending down Orange Avenue more than 10 blocks to the famous and infamous Club at Firestone... That's right, an old tire warehouse converted in to a 2 story high energy dance club. For most that's ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 5, 2000
Pros: Wonderful (and quaint) if you know where to go
Cons: That whole tourist end of town
Summary: Let's get something straight here folks: As an Orlando resident, I don't especially like tourists. You get lost, clog up the roads, and lower my property values. However thanks to your money I don't have to pay a state income tax. Because of this I ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Feb 4, 2000
Pros: Lots of great clubs, shopping and views of downtown
Cons: Shopping and eating can be pricey
Summary: Being a native of Orlando, I have seen everything there is to do in Orlando including Disney (which is not Orlando technically).
Most tourists never venture out of Disney areas but there is really a great town to be seen north of Disney!!! Downtown ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 30, 2000
Pros: fun for family or kids
Cons: expensive, crime ridden
Summary: Orlando- the middle of Florida and home of Disney World. I being a native of Florida, have been all over Orlando. Though you traveling to Orladno may not have that long to visit all of O-towns highlights.
But for those who seek a more adult ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 15, 2000
Pros: Good music, pleasant atmosphere, only $8 for men to enter and women enter for free
Cons: The women aren't totally nude and they don't allow lap dances
Summary: I live in NYC and travel to Orlando frequently. Normally, I stay at a Disney World resort and never set foot off Disney property while I'm there. I just spent a week there and visited downtown Orlando for the first time.
I was impressed with ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 14, 2000
Pros: fun, mouse-free
Cons: still crowded
Summary: When me and my college roommate took a trip to Florida, we were ready for a week of Disney, Disney, Disney. However that takes money, money, money, and we are college students. Plus, that happy mouse can get on your nerves after a while. We went to ... read more
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