ORLANDO VLOG | our favorite local eats, coffee, & Central Florida gems to explore!

Today I'm taking you around Orlando to show you some of our favorite local gems. 🌈 I was born and raised in Orlando and adore this beautiful city full of theme parks, yummy eats, gorgeous lakes, gardens, delicious coffee, & so much more. ☀️ I hope you enjoy this ORL travel guide...💭 Digital guide: www.allisonbickerstaff.co/orl...
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  • @nickandjun
    @nickandjun2 жыл бұрын

    Love how Brandon looks at you the whole time in the car with so much love in his eyes 🥹

  • @user-ej5lo4qh6s

    @user-ej5lo4qh6s

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was about to say the same! 🥹

  • @mariemarie6778

    @mariemarie6778

    Жыл бұрын

    Goals

  • @mariamangion21
    @mariamangion212 жыл бұрын

    Something I love about you is that you romanticize and find beauty and joy in the small and mundane moments of life. Your videos truly make me feel like I'm watching a friend! Seeing you achieving your dreams makes me so happy 👏 You're someone I'd love to sit down for a cup of coffee with☕🌸

  • @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    2 жыл бұрын

    Maria 🥹🫶 thank you so much, beautiful 💫 I appreciate you more than you will ever know! I really hope you enjoy this video ☕️

  • @mariamangion21

    @mariamangion21

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ALLISONBICKERSTAFF Appreciate you too! Loving it so far 🫶 Orlando is so beautiful 🤩

  • @WellnessandTruthMinistry

    @WellnessandTruthMinistry

    Жыл бұрын

    The Single Most Worst thing You can ever hear is………. DEPART FROM ME, I NEVER KNEW YOU…. People, don’t let God throw you into Hell. Repent now and accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior. Turn from your sins and live righteously. God bless you ❤️

  • @RebeccaCoup86
    @RebeccaCoup86 Жыл бұрын

    Awe I love Orlando we go twice a year to our fav resort and then drive over for shopping … I only live an hour away I’m in Melbourne Florida I love Florida! Born and raised ♥️.

  • @jvinh
    @jvinh10 ай бұрын

    you’re really well-spoken and i enjoyed all your recs! i appreciate that you have a range of nature, food, and architectural activities and included the library! they deserve all the love.

  • @Chelseahig
    @Chelseahig2 жыл бұрын

    Awe I live near Mr Rogers’ childhood home here in PA! How sweet!

  • @Liam421Liam
    @Liam421Liam2 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are a highlight of my week. You encourage me to live life to the fullest, and to seek positivity in everything. Thank you for being you and for being such a light:)☀️

  • @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ahhhhh this makes me smile. 😊

  • @amanda.lorian1202
    @amanda.lorian1202 Жыл бұрын

    I loved this vlog! I grew up in Winter Park and currently live in Lake Mary, I haven't done half of these things! Makes me want to go explore my stomping grounds. I love the Winter Park chain of lakes, dinky dock is such an awesome hang out spot, bring your dogs, get a pub sub and just watch the jet skis and boats go by. Again, such a nice vlog! Thanks!

  • @sherrivarner2043
    @sherrivarner2043 Жыл бұрын

    We used your info and enjoyed Briar Patch and boat ride with my 88 year mom!! It was great!!

  • @dianebaker5243
    @dianebaker52432 жыл бұрын

    Thank you both for showing us around the places you mentioned. Everything looks really lovely.🥰🥰

  • @BetsyBHAPPY
    @BetsyBHAPPY2 жыл бұрын

    Yay! Thank you Allison for taking us along once again. Can't wait to watch the full video. I always enjoy them so much!😊💖

  • @carla71511
    @carla715112 жыл бұрын

    Hello sweet Allison! Your content is the best way to start a new week with happiness and productivity 🌸 Sometimes I just need a moment of peace and you really warm my heart and my mind with your videos! 💛 Thank you so much for being you and for all the hard-work and love that you show us 🦋 Wishing you a week full of magical and lovely moments! (Happy 333k subscribers 😘).

  • @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi hi, sweet Carla! 🌸☁️ thank you for being so sweet & kind. Wishing the same for you, beautiful 💫

  • @Toriii.Suarez
    @Toriii.Suarez9 ай бұрын

    I love seeing some of my fave spots in your video's as an orlando native myself. Love the content!

  • @brandon7233
    @brandon7233 Жыл бұрын

    Winter park is the cultural heart beat of Orlando. Got to shout out the goat Mr Rodgers, Rollins college alum

  • @isabellalacy9901
    @isabellalacy99012 жыл бұрын

    Hey Allison! I just wanted to say that you are such an inspiration to me and I love all your vlogs! Thank you for being such a light on this platform! I love all your videos so much and it's so fun to see your day to day life! Thank you for being so authentic and real with us! All your vlogs are so satisfying and aesthetically pleasing especially the footage of the picnic with your friends! I would also love a clean with me video! I hope you are having a great day and a new start to the month! Ilysm

  • @dianejohnson7235
    @dianejohnson72352 жыл бұрын

    Such beautiful parts of Orlando! That river boat ride is a must tour! There looks like twonderful places to to explore!

  • @SunshineBloom777
    @SunshineBloom7772 жыл бұрын

    Crystal river & blue springs are the BEST 🦋☀️ Florida is so much fun, so much nature to be immersed in! God’s beautiful Creation forsure! Thank you for putting this together! I cant wait to add some of them to my list to take my fam around too 🤍🌷

  • @MaimaiiiG
    @MaimaiiiG2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video!!! I've been in Florida most of my life and have been to Orlando too many times but I've never even heard of these hidden gems especially that azalea garden! You just gave me a whole itinerary for a fun Orlando trip for me and my family. Thank you! 😊

  • @dd_7787
    @dd_77872 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for highlighting Orlando! I’ve lived here for 4 years now and am still trying to find things to do. This was so helpful and fun to watch!

  • @shygirlshar8509
    @shygirlshar85092 жыл бұрын

    As always Alison comes thru with quality on each & every one of her videos on Mondays & Thursdays ❤️

  • @emmaw2075
    @emmaw20752 жыл бұрын

    I love that you did your hometown! I immediately started to look up things to do in my hometown. Thanks for all the lovely videos!

  • @marcy07067
    @marcy07067 Жыл бұрын

    Great video! I love how you highlight a lot of the off the beaten path things so people realize we are not just a city of theme parks! The springs are definitely my personal favorite so beautiful and serene!

  • @erickacole3818
    @erickacole3818 Жыл бұрын

    This is the best thing about being born in Orlando. We get to be "tourist" in our own hometown.

  • @joysutherland5187
    @joysutherland51872 жыл бұрын

    I'm from Orlando and havent been home in 5 years so it was so nice to see all the great places that I remember so well and miss , thank you you for a wonderful video

  • @sarawalsh196
    @sarawalsh1962 жыл бұрын

    OMG!! I wanted to send you a great big thank you Allison for showing us your favorite local hot spots 😀🌴. Orlando is such a beautiful city. Looking forward to watching. Have a great day!!💕💕💜❤

  • @tammyhaynie-hill3046
    @tammyhaynie-hill30462 жыл бұрын

    I always look forward to your videos and Love starting out my week to you Allison!! I hope you have a beautiful week!! I hope Brandon is doing well. Lots of Love and Hugs!!

  • @bethanybright2694
    @bethanybright26942 жыл бұрын

    I love this video Allison! I often forget how much there is to do in Orlando outside the Disney and Universal bubbles. Def adding some of these amazing places to the bucket list for next time I visit the area!

  • @hollycooleynelson696
    @hollycooleynelson6962 жыл бұрын

    Your blogs contain such beauty and magic. You have such a talent for transforming the "mundane" into magical moments that lift people's spirits! Thank you so much for your lovely content.

  • @jkubek1116
    @jkubek11162 жыл бұрын

    These vlogs are my absolute favorite thanks for sharing.

  • @akaaiden2341
    @akaaiden23412 жыл бұрын

    The two of you are so adorable!!! Love Brandon’s smile in this video ❤️ looked like a lot of fun

  • @queen__karina
    @queen__karina2 жыл бұрын

    Honestly, as someone who lives in Florida, I've been needing a video like this! My bday is coming up and I need to find some local areas that could be so fun. ☺️ Just started the video but can't wait to see what places you find interesting!

  • @tamshari9212
    @tamshari9212 Жыл бұрын

    I need my Mickey mouse croc with the bits... Chocolate ice cream Mickey or Minnie💕☀️

  • @annalisevezina
    @annalisevezina2 жыл бұрын

    So beautiful and wholesome, this was so much fun! Thank you Allison 🤩💗

  • @sarahalicia7398
    @sarahalicia7398 Жыл бұрын

    Aw! Such a great video! My husband and I are driving there in October for Disney, but were also interested in local fun Orlando places to visit.

  • @SpecialKel66
    @SpecialKel66 Жыл бұрын

    This is so great! I absolutely love Florida and Orlando in particular. Hoping to eventually move there someday. Thank you for all the info.

  • @mariacromwell3822
    @mariacromwell38222 жыл бұрын

    I Have been watching your vlogs for several years now and I am so happy you keep making vlogs like these and are so relatable to so many people even me. we are all human and struggle. really loved this vlog

  • @rochellj9793
    @rochellj97932 жыл бұрын

    Your timing of your Orlando trip came right one time! We’re going this Thursday. Thanks for the recommendations. We will check out the Winter Park Scenic boat ride and some of the restaurants on the row!! 💕💕

  • @xokelseyxo9238
    @xokelseyxo92382 жыл бұрын

    Dear Allison, You are the sweetest, most loveliest soul. You always find pure joy in small moments and things. Your unconditional love for this beautiful gift of life is truly inspiring. Thank you for endlessly teaching me to live each moment we are given to the absolute fullest. Please never stop being you and shining your magical light. Sending you endless love all the way from Long Island. 💛

  • @LSP8972
    @LSP89722 жыл бұрын

    Love this! I live in London. And so absolutely love seeing your travel vlog content you do. Thank you so much for bringing so much joy to my days.

  • @KPriceClassVideos
    @KPriceClassVideos2 жыл бұрын

    You did a good job with this, Allison. I'm always curious when I see videos about Orlando, because I've lived here and in Winter Park since 1990. I think you hit the highlights, and many of your favorites are my favorites, too! Great video!

  • @lulimatos7537
    @lulimatos75372 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing. I live in Orlando and my husband and I are always trying to find new places to try on the weekends and I didn’t even know half of these existed. I made a huge list of places to try. So grateful for this video.

  • @maggiekrist9227
    @maggiekrist92272 жыл бұрын

    I have to say I love your content. Your energy and like chill nature of your content. It’s so relaxing for me. Thank you for letting us see the local spots. This was a really cool idea. I grew up on Mr. Rogers so I loved that tidbit. Took me back down memory lane with the show.

  • @jacquelineberger4695
    @jacquelineberger46952 жыл бұрын

    I just want to say that I'm very proud of Brandon that he's really opened up on the vlogs love you guys so much

  • @Alwaeify
    @Alwaeify2 жыл бұрын

    We love Winter Park too! It's such a gem.

  • @jocelynsalas2522
    @jocelynsalas25222 жыл бұрын

    this is so perfect. I'll be visiting Orland in September traveling from Californa so I'm pretty excite! I'm not much of a theme park girl, I rather see the city and local shops and try to absorb as much as possible while I'm there.

  • @angelasantiago4922
    @angelasantiago49222 жыл бұрын

    Just moved to Central Florida in April and this was so helpful. You guys are the best. Thanks for sharing.

  • @suscastillo5955
    @suscastillo59552 жыл бұрын

    Allison- you do an absolutely wonderful job with your videos. They are the highlight of my week and I’ve learned so much about Orlando and new spots because of you ooh- thank you!! Oh and thanks to Brandon and Palmer too. 💕💕

  • @devinnmeadows
    @devinnmeadows2 жыл бұрын

    Oh the Salty Donut 🤤 My favorite place! Their glazed donuts are the best I’ve ever had!

  • @tanya4219
    @tanya42192 жыл бұрын

    so exciting! I love watching your videos,they are so cozy and make my life so much easier ☁ So much love to u dear Allison💕! 🥰

  • @xxNinjaStarz1
    @xxNinjaStarz1 Жыл бұрын

    i absolutely love your travel vlogs, you find such unique things to do and i like that you give a little history about everything

  • @toriwoodmansee_
    @toriwoodmansee_2 жыл бұрын

    I’m an Orlando local and this gave me so many ideas!! I love domu and black bean deli as well!

  • @alessandratee
    @alessandratee2 жыл бұрын

    Orlando looks so dreamy 🥰

  • @michellewissler3013
    @michellewissler30132 жыл бұрын

    Oh Allison THIS Video was stunning! I can't wait to visit Orlando! The way you filmed everything, the scenery, food, restaurants, buildings was magical. There is such beauty and charm in how you film! Thank you so very much for sharing this! You live life beautifully and with such joy! Thank you for the reminder to find joy in the smallest things, (donuts, Yum!) to the beauty that surrounds you. What a lovely area to live in! I adore you and your channel 💖 Have a wonderfully blessed day 💕🤗🌻🦋🕊️

  • @EvelynAlicea
    @EvelynAlicea Жыл бұрын

    Great video Allison! I’ve lived in Orlando for many years and you hit some of our favorite spots! Love your content!!

  • @veronicagonzalez5410
    @veronicagonzalez54102 жыл бұрын

    I'm from Florida! I always loving watching videos from home. I now live in Ga and try to visit home as often as I can. Love your videos. There always a breath of fresh air and a nice escape from the day!

  • @katwlr
    @katwlr Жыл бұрын

    I’m from Orlando. I moved away for a job. I’ve been thinking about going back home. This video really reminds me of all of the things that I am missing.

  • @annikajonker661
    @annikajonker6612 жыл бұрын

    OH MY GOSH! The video I’ve been waiting for!!! 💛 I’m from Orlando and have always wondered what your favorite spots are. Thank you for sharing this Allison, I love how you view life and it truly brings so much joy to see things through your perspective! 💕

  • @MADEproductions365
    @MADEproductions3652 жыл бұрын

    Hillstone in Winter Park- so pretty and good food - ‘ best sunset ‘ in Orlando

  • @mariahwyant
    @mariahwyant2 жыл бұрын

    I get so excited to watch your videos. You are by far one of my favorite people 😊

  • @iamsuperlious
    @iamsuperlious2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for this! My husband and I live in Tampa and we're looking for a little staycation in mid-August! This gives us so many great ideas!

  • @edithloise
    @edithloise2 жыл бұрын

    This could not have come at a better time! We are flying to Orlando tomorrow and I was literally just trying to research what to do but then came on KZread for a little break and saw you posted. Thanks for this, can't wait to visit now!

  • @belandsoph023
    @belandsoph0232 жыл бұрын

    Awwwww! I love this! Your videos always encourage me! You inspire me to be a better person! I love youuu! 🤍🌸⚡️

  • @thethriftystylist
    @thethriftystylist2 жыл бұрын

    oh my life, I stumbled upon your channel and couldn't believe you were showing Winter Park!!! We discovered the beautiful town 20 years ago whilst on honeymoon in Orlando from England. We were fortunate enough to return several years ago with our twin sons. I miss Florida so much. I hope we get to return again one day . Thank you for your beautiful video.

  • @emilygodoy5322
    @emilygodoy53222 жыл бұрын

    Love this round up of Orlando spots! I live in Miami which is not too far, so I’ll definitely save this for ideas next time I’m in Orlando! ☀️ Thank you for your amazing & joyful content

  • @samipan3410
    @samipan34102 жыл бұрын

    Your travel vlogs are THE BEST OF THE BEST. What a top grade photography ,editing and so relaxed and laid back!!! Its better than any professional travel vlog 👍

  • @kimberleyhemsley633
    @kimberleyhemsley6332 жыл бұрын

    Love your vlogs as they are always interesting! Orlando looks like a lovely place to live and thank you for sharing 🤘☺

  • @floridahomesandliving3676
    @floridahomesandliving36765 ай бұрын

    Oooh love this!! Some of my favorite places ❤

  • @kcisthe1st
    @kcisthe1st Жыл бұрын

    Definitely some vibes in Orlando

  • @bettywest7997
    @bettywest7997 Жыл бұрын

    We love Celebration. Our granddaughter competes in cheer several times a year at Wide World of Sports . We always take her for dinner in Celebration while in Orlando. So adorable there.

  • @carrollgirl547
    @carrollgirl5472 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing. I live on Ocoee and I will be visiting some of these places for sure !!

  • @imanilyons1109
    @imanilyons11092 жыл бұрын

    Hi Allison I have been watching you for a while now and I really enjoy watching you. My favorite is your days in the life they really entertain me so much. Luv u and always remember to keep going ♥️😘

  • @nothingreally1234
    @nothingreally1234 Жыл бұрын

    You’ve got so many of my favorite spots!! And I’ve been meaning to do that boat tour for forever! gotta add that for one of my days off soon

  • @aldi_agus
    @aldi_agus2 жыл бұрын

    You have a special ability to find the cutest, most aesthetic places 🌸

  • @leahgillette7508
    @leahgillette75082 жыл бұрын

    This was such a good video idea!! I love that you did this video in your hometown🤍 I live in Asheville NC which is also a very tourist heavy area! This video makes me want to appreciate all our local spots and beauty that I take for granted💕

  • @suzannessemicharmedlife
    @suzannessemicharmedlife Жыл бұрын

    I love Orlando. It’s my hometown and even though I live three hours away now, my mom still lives there and I get so excited to go back and visit. This video is so beautiful and I love that you show the off-the-beaten path things to do. Orlando is so much more than theme parks. If you make it to Gideon’s and have the key lime cookie, let me know how it is! I adore their cookies and that sounds heavenly. 🥰

  • @imkristinamarie
    @imkristinamarie2 жыл бұрын

    This video is AMAZING and much appreciated!! I’m a local (Port Orange) and you named so many places I’ve never been that I would love to try! Thank you so much!!

  • @beckymoe9194
    @beckymoe91942 жыл бұрын

    This was a wonderful video loved it thank you❤️👍

  • @robbo3132
    @robbo31322 жыл бұрын

    nice to sneak peek travel looking through your eye for details

  • @oliviashannon8602
    @oliviashannon8602 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been to a lot of these but still so many to explore!

  • @kiannacolgan1312
    @kiannacolgan13122 жыл бұрын

    Yay happy Monday! Can’t wait to watch and find some new places to visit in Florida 💝 have a great day ⭐️

  • @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for being here, sweet Kianna! 🌿🌼 I hope you have a beautiful week!

  • @TravelinSmitty
    @TravelinSmittyАй бұрын

    Such an amazing video! I can't wait to try everything you pointed out! Cheers!

  • @boitumelomakobosheane2928
    @boitumelomakobosheane29282 жыл бұрын

    Learning while being entertained love it here ❤️❤️💐

  • @paulinaenns4101
    @paulinaenns41012 жыл бұрын

    We’re planning a trip to Florida for next year so I’m super excited about this one!💕

  • @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh yay! I hope you have the best time in the sunshine state ☀️

  • @ohmissliv
    @ohmissliv2 жыл бұрын

    prepping to move back to orlando & this video made me even more excited✨ can’t wait to try all the things & report back☺️🤍

  • @katyliz420
    @katyliz4202 жыл бұрын

    Allison - This is such a beautiful video of your hometown, I imagine it took so much time to put all of this footage together. Now to convince my husband to make the trek from KC to Orlando!

  • @ourwildflowerhaus
    @ourwildflowerhaus2 жыл бұрын

    when you were talking in the car, all i could do was watch brandon stare at you! he just looks at you like you put the stars in the sky. your love is so so beautiful💛

  • @derrickmccann8489
    @derrickmccann84892 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for posting this Fun and Creative Daily Vlog Alison

  • @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! ✨

  • @katelynlong2196
    @katelynlong21962 жыл бұрын

    This is truly a lovely video and I also can’t help but notice how in LOVE Brandon is with you like… the way he’s looking at you? Stopppppp 🥹

  • @brittanyschmo
    @brittanyschmo2 жыл бұрын

    Since moving to Orlando I have felt so overwhelmed wanting to try everything, especially smaller businesses, restaurants, the quieter places. And your video has given me so many wonderful ideas on what to experience in the area! Thank you so much for highlighting these lesser-known places, in comparison to the theme parks of course that get all of the attention. I love going to Disney, but have really wanted to explore this beautiful area we live now... I just didn't know where to start! Truly so helpful, Allison! Thank you. And my husband is a foodie too so I certainly know he'll enjoy all of these delicious spots! 💖

  • @pamelaking4414
    @pamelaking44142 жыл бұрын

    Love the ideals and places to eat great video ty

  • @sarahb3512
    @sarahb35122 жыл бұрын

    This is so helpful! My husband and I have been looking at the Lakeland area to move and it’s great seeing some places to visit. We go to Sarasota every year and it was fun seeing your recommendations to places we go to as well. Thanks for another great travel video!

  • @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yay!!! I haven’t explored Lakeland too much but hear great things about the area 🫶☀️

  • @HawaiianSkies
    @HawaiianSkies Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! This was great!

  • @sweetness371
    @sweetness3712 жыл бұрын

    I don't plan on visit Orlando any time soon, but I always love your "travel" vlogs. They're my favorite.

  • @michelletoodi2775
    @michelletoodi27752 жыл бұрын

    I'm obsessed with your content ✨️ it's brings me so much joy and happiness. It's lovely to see you be so joyfull and content ❤️

  • @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    @ALLISONBICKERSTAFF

    2 жыл бұрын

    🥹💫🫶 thank you so much, Michelle 🌙☁️✨

  • @NikkiScatch84
    @NikkiScatch842 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I’ll have to go to these places whenever I visit Florida.

  • @fmss6694
    @fmss66942 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. I moved from ny to central Florida and I’ve been missing the city and the food immensely but this video was very helpful.

  • @IshamPadron
    @IshamPadron Жыл бұрын

    I'm a local and my fiance and I are very active and always looking for fun things to do. Every weekend is an adventure. You've done a great job of showing the world that Orlando is more than the themed attractions.

  • @c.s.2125
    @c.s.21252 жыл бұрын

    I grew up in Orlando, but married a military man and had to move away. I’ve missed it every single day of my life since! Thank you for “taking me home” for a bit! 🥰

  • @alyssa_reid
    @alyssa_reid2 жыл бұрын

    I cannot wait to see this video, Allison! I love you so much, look forward to see more videos like this 🌻🌞 First

  • @ashleynewbegin
    @ashleynewbegin2 жыл бұрын

    Love the video!! Have a great day 😊

  • @amyalexon1678
    @amyalexon1678 Жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love this video!! So glad you shared more local spots throughout Orlando!! If your ever in the Daytona beach area try Donnie’s donuts!!