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Category Archives: Outdoor Dates
13 Fall Dates – #3
Living in Florida we don’t get to enjoy much of the Fall season unless we wait until January when we actually see some color changes in the trees–or we buy it from the store. 🙂 You can imagine my thrill … Continue reading
Romantic Orlando: Discovery Cove
Discovery Cove is Sea World’s all-inclusive park that is limited to only 1,000 guests per day. I took Tom there for his birthday Monday, and we had the best time! A friend told us it felt like you were at … Continue reading
Bento Box Date Night
Ok. This is a total foodie type date night, but I couldn’t resist. These Bento boxes are amazing! And there is no limit to the themes you could try, except your budget, of course. We are very aware of budget … Continue reading
Romantic Orlando: Sunrise – Sunset
Living in Florida we have an advantage over every other state in the union; we have an east coast and a west coast. This gave us an idea for a unique date day; we have yet to do it because of … Continue reading
Posted in Date Night Ideas, Daytime Dates, Fun Dates, Orlando Date Ideas, Outdoor Dates, Romantic Orlando, Sunrise Dates, Sunset Dates, Testimonies, Unique Dates
Tagged Alligator Alley, Atlantic Ocean, Clearwater Beach, Florida, Gulf of Mexico, Homosassa Springs State Park, Lake Eustis, State park, Stetson University, Weeki Wachee
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Let’s Take A Walk
So many times when life is hard and the circumstances are difficult, we’ll say these four words – Let’s Take A Walk. Walking provides perspective. It provides much needed contemplation. It’s simply the best way to pull back and re-access … Continue reading
Romantic Sleigh Ride – Florida Style
When Tom got home from work yesterday he asked if I would get the mail. When I opened the door going into our garage – I screamed! There, parked in Tom’s space was a silver convertible! I found out he … Continue reading
Romantic Orlando – Antonio’s Italian Cafe and Market
Our next offering in our Romantic Orlando series is one of the places we frequent on our weekly Monday date nights. Antonio’s Italian Cafe and Market. Antonio’s has been in business in the city of Maitland, since 1989. It has … Continue reading
Date Night Idea: Fall In Love
This date night idea is to help you welcome Fall once again. Think of when you fell in love – what places did you visit? What foods did you enjoy? Make a list of everything you can think of that … Continue reading
Romantic Orlando – Lake Eola Park
The year was 1957. The centerpiece of Lake Eola had been a small fountain built in 1912. That was until this year. The small, insignificant fountain was replaced with what became know as, “The Centennial Fountain.” And it became the … Continue reading
Romantic Orlando – New Smyrna Beach Firerings
New Smyrna Beach is my favorite beach. And since I’m an Orlando native – I suppose we can officially call it the local favorite. However, ALL the east coast beaches are simply wonderful. New Smyrna just happens to be the … Continue reading
Romantic Orlando – Alfresco Dining
Date Night! It was wonderful to have a spontaneous date night together tonight! Sickness produces a gratefulness for health in a way that nothing else can. Tonight we visited one our favorite outdoor eating establishments – Brio Tuscan Grille located … Continue reading
Posted in Date Night Ideas, Dinner Dates, Outdoor Dates, Romantic Orlando
Tagged Brio Tuscan Grille, Romantic Orlando
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Full Moon Paddle
This past weekend I was able to completely surprise Tom, and it was so much fun! A few months ago I joined “Groupon“. You may have heard of it, but in case you haven’t, it’s a free e-mail list you … Continue reading
Posted in Date Night Ideas, Orlando Date Ideas, Outdoor Dates, Sunset Dates, Unique Dates
Tagged Active Dates, Adventures in Florida
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Mark Your Calendar
This is the most beautiful time of year to be outside – especially at night. There are always lots of things to do and places to go, but sometimes the best dates are those where you simply enjoy being together … Continue reading
Project 52: Double the Fun
What a wonderful date we had on Saturday! Some long time friends were in town for the weekend, so we spent the day together. First, you must know it was the first warm, clear Saturday we’ve had in Orlando in … Continue reading
Posted in Daytime Dates, Free Dates, Outdoor Dates, Project 52
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Mark Your Calendar
Before we offer this week’s events, we thought we’d help those who are tired of the same old restaurants. Below is a list of several places that are reasonably priced and worth discovering in areas you may have never visited: … Continue reading
Need To Relax?
We’ve found the perfect spot. It’s called Relax Grill, and it’s conveniently located right on Lake Eola by the Swan Boat rentals. They are nestled under the trees for plenty of shade during the day, and romantically lit at night … Continue reading
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You Light Up My Life
What better way to communicate this truth than to visit a Lighthouse. Central Florida is blessed to have one within an hour’s drive that boasts the title of being the second tallest brick lighthouse standing at 175 feet. Ponce Inlet … Continue reading
Things To Do
June 18, 2009 Seaside Fiesta The Annual Seaside Fiesta takes place on New Smyrna Beach’s historic Flagler Avenue on the beachside from 5 pm – 9 pm. The Fiesta features four blocks of games, food and entertainment for all ages. … Continue reading
Posted in Date Night Ideas, Free Dates, Outdoor Dates
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Looking for Culture?
Thursday, May 21st starting at 6p to 8p, The Heritage Center Museum located in the heart of old Winter Park will be hosting an Open House that is free to the public. This event is in conjunction with Third Thursday … Continue reading
Posted in Artsy Dates, Date Night Ideas, Free Dates, Movie Dates, Outdoor Dates
Tagged Hannible Square, Heritage Center Museum, Highwaymen Painters
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