<\/span><\/p>\n The more I travel, the more I appreciate my hometown of Orlando, FL. \u00a0Don\u2019t worry, I\u2019m not slowing down, but Orlando has been my home for over a decade now and I absolutely love it. \u00a0There are so many ways to experience Orlando. \u00a0Disney World and the rest of our theme parks are obviously what we are known for, but I\u2019d love to see Orlando getting the recognition it deserves as a destination in it\u2019s own right. \u00a0Especially for those who have done a Disney Vacation before, it\u2019s time to branch out.<\/span><\/p>\n I\u2019m not saying \u201cdon\u2019t go to Disney\u201d, I would never do that! \u00a0In fact, if I didn\u2019t live here there\u2019s not a chance I would be anywhere near Orlando without a trip to Disney! \u00a0I absolutely love DIsney World, it just doesn\u2019t have to be your whole vacation. <\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re traveling to Orlando just for Disney you\u2019re doing yourself a disservice. Everyone knows about the many theme park options, but most people don\u2019t know about Orlando\u2019s amazing dining scene. \u00a0I live in Orlando and truly believe it\u2019s one of the most underrated food cities in the country. \u00a0We have Disney to thank for this because they bring a diverse group of employees and travelers from all over the world and we all know that immigration leads to great food! \u00a0While we owe a lot to Disney, the food culture is best experienced outside the gates (it\u2019s quite a bit cheaper out there too). \u00a0There are several <\/span>Westgate Resorts in Orlando<\/span><\/a> that offer a more homey feel, with all of the resort amenities you\u2019d expect and provide the perfect jumping off point to explore the Orlando outside of Disney. \u00a0I could list all of my favorite food spots in town, but that\u2019s another post in itself. \u00a0I will tell you that the <\/span>Westgate Palace<\/span><\/a> is located close to Cafe Tutu Tango, which is home to my favorite bottomless brunch every Saturday and Sunday. \u00a0(If you need more Orlando food guidance just ask!)<\/span><\/p>\n However if your heart is set on a Disney vacation, there are a few smarter ways to do that too. Disney World is obviously amazing. \u00a0We all know that, but here\u2019s something you may not have heard\u2026 Disney World is also crazy expensive! \u00a0So there\u2019s your bit of insider knowledge for the day. \u00a0Do not fear, there are ways to save some serious cash on your Disney vacation, and one of those is to stay off property. \u00a0Sure the Disney Resorts are great, but there are plenty of other options just as close to the action. \u00a0The <\/span>Westgate Town Center<\/span><\/a> is a great option just one mile from the maingate of Disney at a fraction of the costs. \u00a0As an added bonus, this property is home to the new Shipwreck Island Waterpark, a pirate themed water park. \u00a0So if you\u2019re really looking to maximize savings, you could probably convince younger children that it is Disney World! \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n![\"World](\"https:\/\/magsonthemove.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/World-Traveler.jpeg\")
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