There are two premium outlets in Orlando. One is located along International Drive (nearer to Universal Theme Parks) and the one along Vineland Avenue (nearer to Disney Theme parks. If you have the time to spare, visit both outlets (there are 30 mins drive apart). Although they have similar stores (80% same stores), they do carry different products and sizes.
After visiting both outlets, I definitely recommend the Vineland Avenue if you have to choose one of them. Reasons being, ample parking spots and greater variety. We went to both outlets on the same day. We were at the Outlets @ International Drive for 5 hours and spent less than $100. Disappointed, we decided to go to the Outlets @ Vineland Avenue. We only had 2 hours there but we ended up spending around $500! Even though both outlets have similar stores, somehow, the goods are different.
If you are a shopping queen like my siser but don't want to waste a day at the outlet or drag the entire family (with young children) along, I recommend that you stay near the outlet @ Vineland Ave. Retail hours are from 9 am to 11 pm (Mon-Sat) and 10 am to 9 pm (Sun). Since most of the theme parks are closed by 7 pm, you can still squeeze in 2 hours of personal shopping time after dinner with the family.
Oh yes, one more tip. If you have forgotten to print your VIP coupon, just pick up any discount coupon from your hotel and I am sure you can find a coupon to get the VIP booklet for free (which costs $5). Happy Shopping!
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