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 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 Watercooler Wednesday, where we talk through the practical questions real people have when considering a move to the Disney area. This one comes up a lot, especially from clients who work from home: “Is working remotely near Disney actually doable? Or is it...
Welcome to Motivation Monday, where we take a deep breath, get honest about what’s really going on...and give ourselves permission to dream a little bigger. Let’s start with the truth: Burnout has become the default mode for too many of us.And somewhere along the...
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we explore the parks through the lens of people who live nearby and how their experience is dramatically different from the typical tourist visit. This week we’re talking about something truly special: 🌅 Mornings at Magic...
Welcome to Watercooler Wednesday, where we talk through the real-life questions people ask about what it’s like to live near Walt Disney World...not just the fantasy, but the reality. One of the most common questions I hear is: “Can you actually build meaningful...
Welcome to Motivation Monday, where we set the tone for the week with courage, clarity, and the permission to want something more. Today’s message is simple—but powerful: If the desire to live near Disney… to change your life… to follow joy keeps coming up for...
Celebration, Flamingo Crossings, Winter Garden & Horizon West ✨ Why Walkability is the Real Disney Magic Let’s be real: there’s something magical about strolling down a charming street, latte in hand, and not having to fight I-4 traffic just to grab dinner or take...
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we explore how Disney locals experience the parks differently...and how you can too, once the magic is in your backyard. Today, we’re stepping into a park that often surprises people:🌿 Disney’s Animal Kingdom. While tourists often...
Welcome to Watercooler Wednesday, where we clear up the questions people really ask about life near the magic...especially the awkward ones. Today’s topic is a crowd favorite: “Isn’t it kind of… weird… to live next to Disney World?” Maybe someone’s asked you that....
Welcome to Motivation Monday, where we start the week with real talk about bold decisions, big dreams, and the life you could be living...if you just started. Let’s begin with this question: How long have you been saying,“One day, I’d love to live near Disney”? A...
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 Watercooler Wednesday, where we talk about the real-life rhythms of living near Walt Disney World...from neighborhood culture to daily routines that feel a little more magical. Today, we’re breaking down a question I hear all the time: “If I lived that...
