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.
Your magical early prep guide for relocation buyers and future snowbirds So you’re dreaming of waking up near Cinderella Castle, catching fireworks from your lanai, and maybe even grabbing groceries with a view of Spaceship Earth? ✨If 2026 is your year to make the...
If you’ve been dreaming about moving closer to Walt Disney World, you’ve probably already tried Googling “cost of living in Orlando”... and wound up buried in charts, generic numbers and articles written by people who haven’t stood on Main Street U.S.A. since paper...
Luxury, Lakes and Laid-Back Magic Just Minutes From Disney Welcome to Windermere… the lakeside, oak-lined, sunset-soaked jewel of the Disney Bubble.If Horizon West is the vibrant newcomer and Winter Garden is the charming small town, Windermere is the quiet, elegant,...
Your Dream Neighborhood Just Minutes From Disney Welcome to Horizon West… the master-planned, lakeside, sunshine-soaked community that feels like it was designed by someone who loves smoothies, sunsets and spontaneous EPCOT nights as much as you do. If Winter Garden...
Your guide to building community, finding your people and feeling at home in the Disney Bubble Moving to Central Florida… especially to the Disney area… is exciting, magical and life changing. But after the boxes are unpacked and the first few park days are behind...
Where community, charm and sunshine come together just minutes from the magic One of the biggest surprises for people moving near Disney is discovering that the magic isn’t just in the parks… it’s in the neighborhoods. Winter Garden, Horizon West and Windermere are...
Magical experiences, peaceful escapes and Disney moments you can enjoy without spending a dime Here’s the secret locals know…Some of the BEST Disney experiences aren’t in the parks at all.They’re in the resorts. From animal overlooks to fireworks beaches to scenic...
Your guide to the most colorful, joyful, sunshine-filled events near Disney World… crafted for future locals who want the full season of magic Spring in Central Florida is a vibe… warm breezes, blooming gardens, outdoor concerts, strawberry-scented farm days,...
Your guide to cozy autumn magic just outside the parks Even though Central Florida doesn’t get crisp fall weather, the Disney area more than makes up for it with charming festivals, pumpkin patches, hayrides, seasonal treats and photo-worthy fall fun everywhere you...
Where the season glows brighter than Cinderella Castle at night Living near Disney during the holidays means you’re surrounded by twinkling lights, magical displays and cozy nighttime strolls that feel straight out of a holiday movie. From entire towns that transform...
Your guide to celebrating the season with magic, joy and zero stress The holidays hit different when you live near Disney. Instead of cramming everything into one whirlwind vacation, locals enjoy weeks of festivities, lights, treats and cozy moments sprinkled...
Because the magic of living near Disney doesn’t stop at the gates When you move near Disney, something wonderful happens… you discover that Central Florida is packed with family friendly fun that has nothing to do with park admission. From splash pads and outdoor...
