A facebook friend mentioned that she was hoping to move to Orando within the next few years. She asks …
I have a couple of quick questions that I’ve been meaning to ask you: How long have you lived in Orlando? Which part of Orlando do you live in, and what has your overall experience been there?
I have lived in Orlando for almost six years. Which part? The best of course :). I don’t share that info online :). Although, some suggestions of where to live are Winter Park, Altamonte Springs, Longwood, Maitland but there is a lot of places in Orlando proper as well.
My overall experience has been positive. The first year was rough. The humid weather is something to get used too. There was a little bit of culture shock for this Southern boy (the “South” ends at around Ocala.) Orlando is a true “melting pot” because it is a very young city. It is true that this is a city built by Disney. While I think it would do fine on its own now … Disney built “The City Beautiful.”
It’s a fast paced city and the population has outgrown its road system. Even so, it is no where near the commutes and jams of a really large city. I like Orlando in another sense that it seems like people here really know how to relax and have a good time. It takes longer to have a sense of community but once it comes… it’s a great community.
Plus, it is Florida, there is a lot of things to do. I love going to the beach and kayaking and going to the beach :). The theme parks are fun to go to about once a year.
The only downside is that crime has been on the upswing the past couple of years and the local government is a little nuts. Oh and the three Hurricane in 2004. Another upside is that development is going through the roof and housing prices are in your favor now through the next year or so.
I am excited you are moving here!
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