What a weird experience coming here. When it came time to pay, things just got weird. The people…read morethat were working weren't listening to us on how we wanted things charged separately. Then we noticed a 1¢ charge, we asked what that was & he said it's for the shirt... the free shirt advertised outside, at the door & when you check out. It's not about the penny, it's about the principle. If you think it's ok to lie to your customers about something so "small", then what else are they lying about? Idk, I walked out feeling very upset and unsettled by this place.

They have everything Disney had...but a year ago. So much cheaper! so much variety. and they have…read moreUniversal studios this as well. Try this place if you are a pin collector. I know it's cheating a bit but I got 6 pins for $10 bucks! It is outside of Disney. There is a taco place next door and Starbucks on the other side. CVS near by too you can't miss it. I only gave them a lower review because i just wanted a better stock of current merch. They seem like they are going to stockpile once I am not there :( happy shopping.

During our last trip to Disney World, we stayed at Disney's BoardWalk Inn (first time) and fell in…read morelove with Disney's BoardWalk. Who knew that an entertainment district themed after turn-of-the-century Mid-Atlantic boardwalks (e.g., Coney Island, NY and Atlantic City, NJ) would have so much appeal? Well for us, it did. It's really charming and intimate, especially when compared to other parts of Disney World, like the relatively gargantuan Disney Springs. So, along with the fun and unique "seaside" period atmosphere, its size and the fact that this part of Disney isn't crowded had a lot to do with our enjoyment of Disney's BoardWalk. There's a black-and-white photo inside the BoardWalk Inn of the Three Stooges during an appearance at the Steel Pier in Atlantic City in 1938. To me, that photo encapsulates the time period and atmosphere that I think Disney aspired to recreate at the BoardWalk, and I think Disney was successful, for the most part. Aside from the Inn (and the Innkeeper's Club), highlights here include the Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers, Screen Door General Store (for exclusive BoardWalk merch), and Atlantic Dance Hall (cool they have this art-deco music venue here). My wife and I would like to return and have dinner at restaurants Flying Fish (seafood) and Trattoria al Forno (Italian).

Disappointed that Disney changed the rules to access the Boardwalk. Evidently they no longer allow…read morehandicapped drop-off for boardwalk access. We were told we should be privileged to park at a park and then find our way to the boardwalk. Impossible for an 82 year old who can only manage short distances. Shame.

Wonderful shopping and entertainment district. So much to do and see here. There's actually decent…read morerestaurants here though they are more expensive but the food for the most part is good. So many ways to entertain yourself and it really does have a Disney vibe here. Great place to get Disney merchandise without going into the parks or just walk around.

Can't believe I'm saying this, but I think Disney Springs, formerly Downtown Disney, has fallen out…read moreof favor with me a little bit. Maybe it's because I'm older now, but I find the whole experience much more exhausting than I remember. It's incredibly hot, and it feels like everything has been engineered around getting you to spend money. Want to sit down somewhere? It seems like you need to be eating, drinking, shopping, or otherwise spending money to have access to a comfortable place to sit. Sometimes I just want to sit for a few minutes, enjoy the scenery, people-watch, and take a break without having to buy something. I don't care what age you are. Sometimes you just need somewhere to sit. The food was decent, but honestly, I can find good food in plenty of other places without having to navigate the whole parking situation, walk through security, and then spend money every time I turn around. The constant retail focus and pressure to spend money just doesn't create a particularly relaxed environment for me anymore. What's funny is that I remember coming here when I was 27 and being completely blown away by it. Back then, I thought Downtown Disney was incredible. I even spent a few nights going to the clubs, and those nights were absolutely epic and fun. I have some great memories from that time. But today, the experience feels different to me. Everything seems so carefully designed to extract another dollar from you that it starts to feel almost mercenary. There's nothing wrong with a business wanting to make money, but when the commercial aspect becomes so noticeable that it affects your ability to simply relax and enjoy being there, it changes the experience. I think I've reached a point where I'd rather spend my time somewhere with a lower-stress atmosphere. I want to go somewhere, walk around, enjoy the scenery, sit down when I feel like it, and have a good time without constantly feeling like every basic comfort comes with a price tag. Maybe it's me getting older. Maybe it's Disney Springs changing. Maybe it's both. But these days, I'd rather spend my money somewhere that makes me feel like a guest instead of a walking wallet.

Town Center in Celebration is still a wonderful area to visit. We came for Xmas in July, but it was…read moretoo late and it had rained earlier. They do up Xmas really nicely during Xmas time. For Xmas in July it was minimal but they did have some vendor tables. There's some shops here, a bakery, a few restaurants, and cafe. Some restaurants include Columbia. There's also an ice cream place nearby to it and a Woof Gang Dog shop. You can find Starbucks here, a Mexican Restaurant and an Inn, It's quite a nice area with Disney Roots! Driving through Celebration for Xmas lights is a must!

Overall, a quaint (if not manufactured) town square to compliment the community of Celebration…read more There are plenty of dining options here and it is a great place to get sime walking in and to grab something to eat and just enjoy life. If you are in tbe area, come check this out.

I had not been to Old Town in probably 10+ years, but my girl and I were in Orlando for the weekend…read moreso we made it a date night and really enjoyed ourselves! Whether you are looking for something to eat, something to drink, something to wear, or something to do, this place has it all. We went a little later and it was surprisingly empty which meant no lines for anything we wanted to do and we did a lot. You have to do the haunted house...

I loved the scenery. Definitely a great place to take pictures, window shop, and walk around when…read morethere's nothing to do. The people were nice for the most part. Had a wide selection of merch but it's in a tourist area so it's pricey.

This target is a lot bigger than the ones back home, and it's because they have a much bigger…read moresupermarket section, they also have a section selling touristy items such as t-shirts, memorabilia etc. When visiting a big store you must go prepared with comfortable sneakers and patience. Seeking certain items can become a challenge when walking through various aisles of a big store. I do love a huge selection of items but sometimes less is more. I was indeed grateful to find a few items I couldn't find at other stores/supermarkets to take with me on my trip back home. Customer service is also great, was able to find a store representative to assist with locating one item that was hard to get. I did do a price check on some of the items purchased and others I did not and found some to be less expensive than in my home area yet others were a bit pricier. Overall great store.

I'm not a regular shopper in target stores but once in a while there is an item that I just can't…read morefind any place else and I am forced to come in for it. An extremely rare occasions they have a better price as well. This particular location is very well located by Margaritaville in Kissimmee and gets a lot of traffic through their store. My primary reason for shopping in this location was I was looking for anything they might have from the show/game Fallout. on this particular shopping trip I did not find anything worthwhile but while I was in the store, I picked up a couple of small items for someone else. Unlike other companies, I am rarely greeted by employees in target stores, but if I do need assistance, I can usually find someone. They have a very extensive collection of items throughout their stores with something for most everyone who chooses to shop here.

I was recently visiting Orlando for a conference, and I joined a group to tour the Flamingo…read moreCrossings Village recently one morning. While I recognize that this Yelp page is most likely for the Flamingo Crossings Town Center, I was so impressed with my visit to the Flamingo Crossings Village that I wanted to write about that experience as it is still technically Flamingo Crossings. While the Town Center has a mix of restaurants, shopping, services, hotels, and more near Walt Disney World Resort, it is also home to the Flamingo Crossings Village just across the street split into the East and West Villages, which house approximately 10,000 Disney interns, cast members, and operating participants. It is managed and owned by American Campus Communities (ACC) and offers two- and four-bedroom apartments with private or shared bathrooms. There are also many amenities within each of the two villages for the community as a whole. This community layout is consistent with many colleges and universities across the country who currently partner with ACC or a similar public-private partnership. During my tour, I saw the Community Center with a 24/7 front desk offering customer service and support to all of the residents. There was a HUGE gym upstairs with a service center window downstairs offering sports equipment, cleaning supplies, wagons, utility carts, and a place to accept packages to place in a package room. There was a large pool, lounges, study spaces, and more. There are also daily movies at the pool (Disney-themed) along with a variety of events and activities each month from craft activities, larger-scale social events, free treat giveaways, and so much more. This is consistent with both villages. I was also impressed to see how much Disney was able to be viewed across the communities. Read more about these special communities at https://www.americancampus.com/student-apartments/fl/disney/flamingo-crossings-village. In addition to the villages, the actual Flamingo Crossings are has a lot to offer the residents of the villages and any Disney fan or Orlando-area resident happening by the area. The Town Center has over 40 familiar brands and unique-to-market offerings in a 200,000 square foot, open-air retail hub. It is open daily. They have 21 restaurants or gas stations with shops. Some national chains include 3Natives Açai Café, Dunkin', Firehouse Subs, Five Guys, Skyline Chili, SONIC, Starbucks, and Wendy's just to name a few. The five retails stores include AT&T, Fit2Run (The Runner's Superstore), Five Below, Target, and The UPS Store. The three services include an ER, Primary Care, and Nail Salon. You can read more about Flamingo Crossings on their website at https://flamingocrossings.com.

One of my favorite things about Star Wars Weekends at Disney Hollywood Studio's are the unique…read moremerchandise items available at Darth's Mall. Darth's Mall has evolved over the years I have been attending Star Wars Weekends from a tent behind Rock 'n Roll Roller Coaster to a brick and mortar retail mecca located in Soundstage 1 in the Studio Backlot. It is Disney and Star Was together so it can be pricey but you can find many items that are not available anywhere else. A couple of years ago Disney D-Tech Me moved into Darth's Mall with a very creative offering. They will take a 3D image of your face and then transfer it to an action figure. They have several offerings to choose from such as a Stormtrooper, Rebel Pilot and 3D image yourself frozen in cabonite a la Han Solo from Empire Strikes back. Whether you are looking for hard to find toys, collectables, art or even decals for your vehicle Darth's Mall has it and if you time it right it's fun to get it.

Price gouging at it finest. Great for getting Star Wars items unavailable anywhere else. Annual…read moreseason pass holders are able to purchase even rarer items. Storm troopers mugs WERE available here but sold out on the very first weekend. Disney characters dressed like Star Wars are inside for pics. Star Wars name tags (written Jedi style) also available inside. Download the Aurasma app and check out the Star Wars Aura backdrop right before you exit.

I was recently visiting Orlando for a conference, and I joined a group to tour the Flamingo…read moreCrossings Village recently one morning. While I recognize that this Yelp page is most likely for the Flamingo Crossings Town Center, I was so impressed with my visit to the Flamingo Crossings Village that I wanted to write about that experience as it is still technically Flamingo Crossings. While the Town Center has a mix of restaurants, shopping, services, hotels, and more near Walt Disney World Resort, it is also home to the Flamingo Crossings Village just across the street split into the East and West Villages, which house approximately 10,000 Disney interns, cast members, and operating participants. It is managed and owned by American Campus Communities (ACC) and offers two- and four-bedroom apartments with private or shared bathrooms. There are also many amenities within each of the two villages for the community as a whole. This community layout is consistent with many colleges and universities across the country who currently partner with ACC or a similar public-private partnership. During my tour, I saw the Community Center with a 24/7 front desk offering customer service and support to all of the residents. There was a HUGE gym upstairs with a service center window downstairs offering sports equipment, cleaning supplies, wagons, utility carts, and a place to accept packages to place in a package room. There was a large pool, lounges, study spaces, and more. There are also daily movies at the pool (Disney-themed) along with a variety of events and activities each month from craft activities, larger-scale social events, free treat giveaways, and so much more. This is consistent with both villages. I was also impressed to see how much Disney was able to be viewed across the communities. Read more about these special communities at https://www.americancampus.com/student-apartments/fl/disney/flamingo-crossings-village. In addition to the villages, the actual Flamingo Crossings are has a lot to offer the residents of the villages and any Disney fan or Orlando-area resident happening by the area. The Town Center has over 40 familiar brands and unique-to-market offerings in a 200,000 square foot, open-air retail hub. It is open daily. They have 21 restaurants or gas stations with shops. Some national chains include 3Natives Açai Café, Dunkin', Firehouse Subs, Five Guys, Skyline Chili, SONIC, Starbucks, and Wendy's just to name a few. The five retails stores include AT&T, Fit2Run (The Runner's Superstore), Five Below, Target, and The UPS Store. The three services include an ER, Primary Care, and Nail Salon. You can read more about Flamingo Crossings on their website at https://flamingocrossings.com.

Located within a three-minute walk from our hotel during our visit to Orlando, Florida, this mini…read moreTarget has been a true lifesaver for my family and me. From purchasing a few food items such as milk, cereal, and fruit to laundry detergent, a vaporizer, Vicks VapoRub, etc., this target store made life easier during our trip. The store itself is much smaller than any Target store I have ever seen, yet it offers the most necessities and a few other items, such as Disney-themed clothing, makeup, and office supplies. Employees were helpful when I had questions, and they do NOT charge for plastic bags at checkout.

Curious Target, this. Sort of a micro pop-up to serve Disney's Flamingo Crossings Village. If you…read moreknow, you know. So, firstly, I don't like the carriages, or err shopping carts. They're just stupid. You'll see what I mean. Otherwise, it's a small Target with lots of Disney merch and a good size pantry and weirdly enough "L" shaped liquor store. I don't know why that bothers me but the feng shui sort of does plus the tendant always seems flustered and inabsentia. And they ask for your ID as a rule everytime, which is irritating and isn't a customary FL thing. So, I digress. They've been super convenient if not aggrevating when staying in the area.