• About
  • Style
    • Shop My Instagram
    • Madewell New Arrivals
    • H&M Boys’ Picks
    • Abercrombie Sale
    • H&M Spring Picks
    • Spring Dresses
    • Beauty
      • Current Makeup Routine
  • Littles
    • Girls’ Swimsuits
    • Kids’ Sherpa
    • Playroom Decor
    • Girls’ Room Decor
    • Pregnancy
  • Home
    • Spring Home Favorites
    • Shop Home
  • Travel
    • Columbus City Guide
  • girl about Ohio
    • Local Columbus Blogs

girl about columbus

a Columbus-based Lifestyle, Home, and Parenting Blog by Amanda Hamman

Travel · November 24, 2014

My Weekend in Photos: Orlando

This weekend was spent in Orlando, Florida and was a bit of blur because it was so busy – I logged some serious miles – not only in the air but also by foot. I really wish I would’ve been wearing a pedometer. I was wearing flats and my feet still are killing me! Crazy. Anyways… I digress. I ventured south with my good friend and co-worker, Julie, to attend the annual ASHA Convention – aka the American Speech-Language Hearing Association National Convention. For those of you that don’t know me personally, I am a speech-language pathologist that works with adults that have a variety of speech, language, and swallowing deficits. It’s quite different from my blogging gig 🙂 orlando-florida-palm-trees

Julie and I decided it would be a great idea to attend the convention this year to log some continuing education credits, learn some new things, and of course, enjoy the warmth of Florida. Months ago when we planned this trip, we actually pictured we would be laying by the pool at every spare moment. Hmmm. Evidently the entire country was experiencing some cooler than normal temps this past week/weekend and Florida was no exception. While we didn’t lay by the pool, we were able to enjoy some sunshine, food, drinks, and shopping during our time spent away from the convention at the Orange County Convention Center – which was the prettiest convention center I’ve ever seen.

asha-conference-orando-florida-2014

american-speech-language-hearing-association-conference-orlando-florida-2014

We stayed at the Hilton Orlando and had some delicious drinks and healthy food at the Tropics Pool Bar & Grill. Fiorenzo Italian Steakhouse at the Hyatt next door was also worth mentioning. Both of these hotels are next door to the convention center and are on top of their game.hilton-hotel-orlando-florida-pool

hilton-hotel-orlando-florida

We knew our time was going to be limited in terms of shopping and exploring so we wanted to take full advantage of our time – after determining that Disney World and Universal Studios were out of our budget, we spoke with the Hilton concierge and Julie and I decided to venture to nearby Winter Park, the cutest/sweetest neighborhood just 10-15 minutes north of downtown Orlando. Definitely worth the trip. And I think we said that many times on our way home. Winter Park’s Park Avenue is filled with cute and unique boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops, etc. The trees are lit up at night with multi-colored lights that look like Christmas bulbs. It was simply charming.

park-avenue-winter-park-florida

We sipped on a caffe latte/mocha at Barnie’s CoffeeKitchen (seriously, how have I never heard of Barnie’s?), tasted some macarons from Le Macaron, and enjoyed some Campanelle “Nero” at the uber-cool Prato – all of the servers here wear plaid and was a strong selling point along with their plant wall. Um, yeah we were impressed.lilly-pulitzer-winter-park-macaron

barnies-coffee-kitchen-winter-park-florida

prato-park-avenue-winter-park-florida

prato-plant-wall-winter-park-florida

Last stop on Saturday morning was the upscale Mall at Milennia, again, another stop worth making in Orlando. That gorgeous, massive Christmas tree, though! Oh and I tried on the most stunning hot pink Ted Baker coat in Bloomingdale’s, a store that needs to make its way to Columbus. That coat was utterly and completely out of my price range but the color was so vivid I had.to.try.it.on. The Christmas decorations got me into the holiday spirit, which was honestly kind of strange considering it was 60 degrees outside 🙂

milennia-mall-orlando-florida-christmas-tree

bloomingdales-milennia-mall-orlando-florida

holiday-decorations

Orlando was a great getaway and much-needed time away from work but I’m glad to be back in Ohio – HOME.

girl_about_columbus_blog

Share this:

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • Tumblr

Posted In: Travel · Tagged: asha conference, barnies coffee, bloomingdales, florida, milennia mall, orlando florida, speech language pathology, things to do, what to do, winter park

You’ll Also Love

destination-donuts-amiAnna Maria / Bradenton: Where We Stayed, What We Did, & Where We Ate!
10 Things to Do on Anna Maria Island10 Things to Do on Anna Maria Island
what to do in westerville ohio10 Things to Do in Westerville, Ohio

Comments

  1. Ashley @ StyleOnHigh.com says

    November 24, 2014 at 6:13 pm

    Omg- that’s the most beautiful coat ever! I hope you bought it! 🙂

    Reply
  2. Kara says

    November 24, 2014 at 9:25 pm

    I had no idea you were an SLP. I am too! Hope you had a great time at ASHA. 🙂

    Reply
  3. Kelly says

    November 26, 2014 at 9:51 am

    My husband and I lived in Orlando for 8-1/2 years. After moving back to Ohio, we definitely miss the winters down there! And the Mall at Millenia has THE BEST Christmas decorations I’ve EVER seen!!! Also, that mall is known for celebrity sightings. Can’t tell you how many times we saw Joey Fatone there among other celebs. Glad to hear you had fun in Orlando and got to enjoy Winter Park.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Next Post >

Columbus Blogsgiving

WELCOME!

WELCOME!

Hi! I'm so happy you're here!

Archives

Categories

Reader Favorites

  • 2020 Drivable Ohio Holiday Lights Trail
  • 10 Things to Do in Marietta, Ohio
  • Baby Essentials: The First 2 Weeks Baby Essentials: The First Two Weeks
  • View girlaboutcolumbus’s profile on Facebook
  • View girlaboutcbus’s profile on Twitter
  • View amandamhamman’s profile on Instagram
  • View amandahamman’s profile on Pinterest
  • View girlaboutcolumbus’s profile on YouTube

Trending Now

  • 2020 Drivable Ohio Holiday Lights Trail
  • 10 Things to Do in Marietta, Ohio
  • 10 Things to Do on Anna Maria Island 10 Things to Do on Anna Maria Island
  • wine-tasting-girls-trip-ohio Our Weekend Trip to Wine Country in Ohio

Latest on Instagram

Hoppy Easter! 🐰🌷 This was how the day starte Hoppy Easter! 🐰🌷 This was how the day started but certainly not how it ended 😆! We had two exhausted kiddos (& parents!), tummy aches (& more) from too much candy, & lots of meltdowns along the way! 🌸 Holidays are FUN & oh so memorable... but it’s always great to get back to the regular routine! 🤍😊 #easter
E A S T E R 🐰 is getting sooo close! 🌷 remem E A S T E R 🐰 is getting sooo close! 🌷 remember a few weeks ago when I showed you guys some things I was going to gift the girls for Easter? Well, I’ve decided since Ellie’s bday is so close to the holiday this year, I’m splitting up the goodies, gifting half on her bday & half on Easter. Less is more this year! We just don’t need all the STUFF. Mamas, you know what I saying here right?? 🤍🤍🤍 also found those cute baskets on @etsy ... I’ll link them but found them bc of @themamanotes ! I can’t take credit for this find but they sure are CUTE!
What are your fave shops for bday party supplies? What are your fave shops for bday party supplies? ✨ My go-to shops are: @glamfete @ellieandpiperco @fancyfreefinery @shopsweetlulu & @amazon 🤍✨ currently planning Ellie’s bday which is just around the corner! #birthdayparty #kidsbirthday
Puffy paint fun!!! 🎨 So simple & such a fun act Puffy paint fun!!! 🎨 So simple & such a fun activity for the girls - white glue, shaving cream, & food coloring! 🌈 Really though, I should be working on our tax return since the one month countdown is on! I always seem to wait until the last minute! Anyone else?! 🙈 This year, if you plan to put any of your refund into college savings, I’ve partnered with Ohio’s 529 to share the benefit of saving for college in a 529 account rather than a traditional savings account. That’s because all contributions and earnings grow tax-free in a 529 plan, meaning your money will go farther compared to savings in a traditional, low-interest savings account. SWIPE to see a cool graphic they put together to show the difference it can make over time!
DIY Easter Egg Wreath! 🐇 This diy from last yea DIY Easter Egg Wreath! 🐇 This diy from last year was sooo simple! We picked up white eggs from the dollar store, painted them, and then hot glued them to a styrofoam wreath! 🐣🌷✨ #easterdiy #diy #easter #eastereggs
Peepin’ it Real ☀️ sporting their new @jerse Peepin’ it Real ☀️ sporting their new @jerseyshopdesign tees!! #sisters
Freshening up spaces around the house for spring!! Freshening up spaces around the house for spring!!!! 🤍🥰 We are sooo ready for more outdoor fun, birthdays, flowers & Easter! 🌈🐣🌷 #playroom #playkitchen #easterdecor
Load More... Follow on Instagram

Copyright © 2021 girl about columbus · Theme by 17th Avenue