My City Life with The Orlando Duo

meet The Orlando Duo

Hey there! We’re Jessica and Tyler, The Orlando Duo! Growing up in the Midwest always meant going to Orlando for a Disney vacation, but since moving here in 2015 we have come to realize there is so much more to The City Beautiful than theme parks. Moving to a warmer climate also afforded us the opportunity to take up a new hobby - running. Through our blog and social media handles, we aim to show others that you don't need to be a world-class athlete to be considered a runner. If you can believe it, you can do it! Come join us as we highlight local eateries, activities, running and, yes, the theme parks.

recent entries

Orlando's Best Donuts

Whether you spell them donuts or doughnuts, these breakfast staples are a fixture around Orlando. There are so many places around town to get a great donut, but here is our list of the top five places to get the best donuts in Orlando. The Salty DonutThe newest entrant to the Orlando donut scene is The Salty Donut, or "The Salty." This shop started in South Florida and has had a cult following. The Salty has several varieties that are considered "always" donuts, aka they will always be available...

Sub Rosa Dining Experience

Food has always been a fantastic way to travel the world without having to book a ticket or get on a plane. It's a great unifier and way to explore different cultures. This is why Sub Rosa Dining Experience is such an exciting new event in Orlando. This secret, monthly-pop up event combines delicious food, live entertainment and great hospitality. What is It?Every month, the organizers select a theme for the event. Then, they craft an amazing four-course meal and choose a location. Twenty four...

Orlando Outdoor Activities

One of the benefits of living or visiting Central Florida is getting to take advantage of outdoor activities nearly year-round. Whether you are a thrill seeker or want to take a more leisurely approach, there's plenty of opportunities for you to enjoy the outdoors in Orlando. HikingAn activity we really love to do together is going for a hike. There are so many different places around Central Florida to go for a hike which includes short, shaded routes and more rigorous, longer trails. Some of...

Visiting Disney in a Face Mask

We've had to adapt to new ways of experiencing activities we used to take for granted. For us specifically in Orlando, it's visiting a theme park. We've visited both Walt Disney World parks as well as Universal Orlando and SeaWorld with our face masks and wanted to share some tips to make sure you have a comfortable day. First things first. Yes, it's hot in Florida. Yes, it can be uncomfortable wearing a mask in the heat. If you think you're going to be too uncomfortable or feel like your day is...