So… you’re dreaming of palm trees instead of snow shovels, fireworks instead of front porch boredom, and weekends filled with churros, characters, and sunshine? You’re in the right place.
Welcome to Living in Orlando—your go-to collection of guides, stories, and insider tips on what it’s really like to call the magic home. Whether you’re relocating for work, chasing the dream of living near Walt Disney World, or just exploring what life looks like in Central Florida, these articles will help you picture yourself here.
I cover everything from the best neighborhoods for Disney fans and top schools to cost of living breakdowns, buyer tips, and the hidden gems locals love. It’s like a digital park map… but for your future lifestyle.
✨Scroll down and explore—each post is packed with real advice, local insight, and a sprinkle of pixie dust to help you find the story (and the zip code) that fits your dream.
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we go beyond the parks to explore the places where locals find magic—without the lines or the ticket prices. And today, we’re highlighting a true hidden gem among Disney’s resort offerings:Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort &...
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we explore the parks through the eyes of the people who call Disney home. This week, we’re stepping into something different:Not rope drops.Not packed itineraries.Not “do it all in one day” overwhelm. Instead, we’re walking into...
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we take you inside the parks...but not like a tourist. This is where we show you how locals soak in the magic with intention, flexibility, and zero stress. Today’s spotlight: Hollywood Studios. For visitors, this park is...
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, your insider look at how locals experience the parks differently...and why living minutes from Disney creates everyday opportunities for wonder. Today, we’re shining the spotlight on Hollywood Studios...the park that might just be the...
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we explore how living near Walt Disney World unlocks everyday magic in ways most visitors never experience. If you talk to locals who live in Horizon West, Celebration, or Winter Garden, you’ll notice a pattern: “When I just need...
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we explore how living near Walt Disney World brings the magic into your everyday life—without needing a hotel reservation. Today, let’s talk about one of the most underrated luxuries of becoming a local: The ability to enjoy...
Ask any Disney local which park they visit most often...and there’s a good chance the answer is EPCOT. Sure, Magic Kingdom has the castle. Hollywood Studios has the thrills. Animal Kingdom has the vibe.But EPCOT? It’s where locals live. From sunset strolls around the...
