subject: Orlando Offers A Fantastic Shopping Destination [print this page] When people book seats on flights to Orlando, shopping may not be the reason for their visit. However, what most people do not realize that this city is a shopper's paradise, with it huge shopping malls, themed boutiques and smaller shops dotting the street. A person can buy anything here, right from luxury items to practical things.
One of the most popular places for shopping for electronics, designer wear and household items is the Orlando Premium Outlets. You can pick up most of the items at discounted prices. Here you will find branded retailers, like Factory Store, Diesel, Lucky Brand Blue Jeans, Christian Dior and Ann Taylor. In fact, it is very close to Disney World, so after finishing with the theme parks, it could be refreshing to do some shopping in this massive mall.
Cheap airfares to the city also offer an opportunity to visit the Florida Mall. This mall has designer shopsas well as normal and regular shops. Some of the well-known brands having their stores here include Macy's, Gap and Dillard's.
People, who have saved money on cheap flight deals, should actually splurge it at the Mall at Millenia instead of a theme park. The Mall at Millenia is where you can pick up high-end clothing and luxury brands. With names like Ferragamo and Abercrombie & Fitch, you are sure to find something that suits your taste.
If the reason you picked up cheap tickets to Orlando was to buy a pair of reasonably priced sneakers, head to Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores. Located just 2 miles from Disney World, the outlet boasts of known brands, like Rawlings Factory Store, Nike Factory Store and Converse Shoes and Apparel.
The hottest spot for shopping in the city, however, is the Universal CityWalk. The complex is located at Universal Orlando Resort. Here you can pick up Universal merchandise, but there are many other interesting shops, such as Quiet Flight, Fossil, The Island Clothing Store and Surf Shop, worth visiting. In addition, the complex has many entertainment and dining options which could be welcome break after a hectic shopping spree.
Families coming on cheap flights to Orlando will love Pointe Orlando. Located in International Drive, this complex offers a plethora of shops, restaurants and entertainment. Some of the most popular brands have stores here, like Victoria's Secret, Tommy Bahama, Foot Locker and Armani Exchange.
However, no holiday in Orlando would be complete without a visit to the Old Town located in Kissimmee. This is just the place where you can relax with your family while you walk down brick-lined streets. Here there are more than 75 specialty shops where you can buy a variety of things.
People with children have to visit Downtown Disney Marketplace. Any and everything related to Disney can be picked up here. There is even a magical salon here for little girls where they can get their hair done up, apply makeup, paint their nails, pick up princess costume and have their photograph taken. The marketplace is also where Virgin Megastore, LEGO Imagination Center, Orlando Harley-Davidson store and Cirque Du Soleil shop are located.
