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8 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Wedding Venue

January 10, 2025 (Updated May 5, 2025)

Congratulations! You said “YES.”

Now comes the fun part – bringing the wedding of your dreams to life.

February is National Wedding Month, which conveniently culminates as National Wedding Planning Day on March 1. This makes late winter/early spring the perfect time to start designing your dream day, beginning with the all-important question: where should you have your wedding?

Outside in front of a lake and trees, a bride and groom pause to share a kiss in the aisle surrounded by people throwing white rose petals. Rosen Shingle Creek is a beautiful wedding venue in Orlando. — Photo: That First Moment Photography

One of the first major decisions to check off your list is choosing a venue. Knowing where you’re hosting your wedding can help you determine other choices like your menu, décor, and entertainment.

Seeing your potential wedding venue in person is critical to making your decision. You’ll get a sense of the overall vibes of the space while also getting inspiration for your big day.

But there’s so much more to a wedding venue than appearance. To make sure you’re making the right decision for your unique occasion, here is a list of 8 questions to ask when choosing a wedding venue.

Considering hosting your wedding at Rosen Shingle Creek? Contact our wedding specialist to go over all of your important questions.

8 Questions to Ask when Choosing a Wedding Venue

1. What is the venue’s capacity?

Your wedding is one of the most memorable days of your life, in part because of the people surrounding you and your partner. It’s important to make sure there’s room for everyone to celebrate by your side.

Before starting to tour venues, draft your guest list. Determine if your wedding will be kid-friendly, and who will get a plus-one.

Once you’ve estimated your headcount, use it to identify venues that can comfortably accommodate your family and friends.

In addition to maximum capacities, wedding venues have minimum guest counts. If you’re planning an intimate wedding, confirm any minimums and see if you’re able to offset a smaller guest count by spending more on things like décor or an upgraded alcohol package.

An event set up with gold Chiavari chairs, ivory linens, glassware, tall floral centerpieces, and a neon light glowing out of focus in the background. — Photo: That First Moment Photography

2. How much is the base site fee? What does it include?

Besides the guest list, the budget is one of the first things you should consider when planning a wedding (and they often go hand-in-hand).

While many details of your wedding (like the menu and entertainment) can be adjusted according to budget, venues often charge a non-negotiable site fee.

When researching or touring a wedding venue, establish how much this fee is and what it includes.

If it includes food, alcohol, bartenders, service fees, and other wedding costs, a high site fee may save you money — and time —compared to piecing together a variety of á la carte services.

Additionally, find out if amenities like a rehearsal and getting-ready suite are included in the site fee. If not, are they available as add-ons?

Five women in gray bathrobes and a bride pop confetti cannons, smiling. — Photo: The Hendricks Photography

3. Is the venue accessible to me, my partner, and my guests?

After putting time and thought into your guest list, ensure that as many invitees as possible can make it to your special day.

Depending on your guests and their individual needs, accessibility can mean different things. You may find yourself asking the following questions:

Can guests with physical disabilities navigate the venue? (Keep in mind that historic venues are sometimes exempt from ADA requirements.)

If the venue has in-house catering, can they accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions?

Is there space for children’s activities?

Can the venue accommodate a sensory-friendly A/V set-up or provide a quiet room?

A bride and groom kiss in an outdoor pathway at night in front of an arched doorway and surrounded by guests holding lit sparklers. — Photo: Sophia Art Studio

If you’re planning a destination wedding or will invite out-of-town guests, accessibility can also mean ensuring your guests can easily get to your wedding venue.

Depending on how most guests will travel to your wedding, consider how close your prospective venue is to the nearest airport, train station, or interstate.

It’s also important to consider where out-of-town guests will stay while traveling for your event.

When you hold your reception at a hotel, you can often secure a discounted room rate for family and friends.

Your guests will love the convenience of a hotel wedding venue — they won’t need to worry about getting home after a long day of celebrating.

4. What dates are available?

Wedding venues often book up months — or years — in advance.

You and your spouse-to-be may want to get married on a specific, meaningful date. If not, it’s best to choose a time of year you’d like to get married while staying flexible on the exact day.

Either way, find out how far out any venues of interest are booking weddings.

Then, decide if their availability works with your timeframe.

A beautiful bride with a bouquet of yellow flowers and greenery stands beside a stone balustrade overlooking a large hotel courtyard and a pool.

5. What are the venue’s wedding vendor policies?

It’s common for wedding venues to have preferred vendor lists.

These lists can save you valuable time when finding and hiring professionals like officiants, DJs, and photographers.

When you receive this list, research the companies included to see if there are vendors who can carry out your wedding vision.

This step is especially important if cultural traditions will come into play when planning your ceremony, menu, or music.

If you want to hire a wedding professional who’s not on the list, be sure you understand the venue’s policy on outside vendors.

Keep in mind that they may be more flexible on some vendor types than others, or they may only make exceptions for cultural reasons.

A bride and groom stand on the edge of a large circular fountain embracing with the front entrance of Rosen Shingle Creek in the background. — Photo: Noor K Photography

6. How long will you have access to the space?

Your wedding day is much more than a ceremony and reception.

Your vendors need to set up, and you need to get ready for the big day.

You’ll also want to hold a ceremony rehearsal, typically the night before the wedding.

While touring a wedding location, determine how early your vendors can arrive and when the wedding planner or coordinator can begin decorating the space.

If you think you’ll need more time for set-up, ask if you can extend your rental and how much it would cost.

A bride with a bouquet stands in the middle of beautiful two-story ballroom with Moulding, arched windows and doorways, and a dance floor. — Photo: Cona Studios

7. What happens if your plans change?

If you’ve ever attended a wedding on a rainy day or know anyone who got married in 2020, you know that even couples who’ve thought of everything sometimes need to pivot.

If your sights are set on an outdoor wedding, find out how your venue handles inclement weather. Will they provide a tent or backup space indoors? Avoid unwanted surprises by asking about your venue’s policy on rescheduling in the event of health concerns or a major storm.

A beautiful stone courtyard is set up with white chairs, pink floral arrangements, pink drapery, and a geometric archway draped in pink set against a backdrop of a golf course and serene pond. — Photo: Elena Sloup Photography

8. What else is there to do at my wedding venue?

Planning a wedding takes a lot of work. While you want to be thorough when researching wedding venues, don’t let the daunting decision distract you from what a wedding truly is: a fun party with your closest family and friends.

More often, couples are looking beyond the ceremony and reception and planning whole wedding weekends, packed with mouthwatering meals and exciting excursions.

If you’re looking to host an unforgettable wedding weekend in Orlando, Rosen Shingle Creek is a wonderful venue option.

Our hotel features stunning views that will add an air of elegance to your event and make your wedding pictures sparkle.

An aerial shot of a bride and groom in the middle of a dance floor dancing surrounded by fog and round tables with white linens. — Photo: Steven Miller Pix Photography

But we’re so much more than a pretty backdrop.

Our skilled event planning and catering teams will help you make your dream wedding a reality.

Host your rehearsal dinner or farewell brunch in one of our award-winning restaurants.

Located near International Drive, it’s easy for guests to explore Orlando’s theme parks and attractions over a long weekend.

Rosen Shingle Creek’s onsite spa, championship golf course, and nature trail will help you, your partner, and your loved ones create memories you’ll always cherish.

Make sure your wedding is one to remember by hosting your special day at Rosen Shingle Creek.

A winding brick pathway leading to the grand front entrance of Rosen Shingle Creek, flanked by palm trees. — Photo: The Hendricks Photography

5 Dishes for Your Healthy New Year’s Resolutions at Rosen Shingle Creek

By Noelia Trujillo
Updated May 6, 2025

As we flip the calendar to 2025, many of us are making new promises to ourselves.

Some of us will be hitting the gym more often or going to yoga at least once a week.

Some will be clearing out debt and cutting up credit cards.

Others will start volunteering and spending more time with family.

New Year’s resolutions are a popular way to kickstart positive change and transform ourselves and our lifestyles for the better. With new goals, of course, comes new challenges to staying on the course.

For health-conscious travelers, it can be particularly tricky to stick to food and nutrition-based goals while on the road.

Luckily, Rosen Shingle Creek has you covered with more than 10 dining locations on property that can help you stay on track.

From casual eateries to fine dining establishments, we offer a plethora of delicious and nourishing dishes to satisfy your cravings without compromising your health-related New Year’s Resolutions.

Let’s dive into some of the tasty, nutritious options available at Shingle Creek to keep you on track with your healthy New Year’s resolutions.

Four Grain Superfood Bowl at Cat-Tails

A close up image of a woman's hand holding up a menu for Cat-Tails Pool Bar & Grille in front of the pool at Rosen Shingle Creek. Try the Cat-Tails Four Grains Bowl for your healthy New Year's resolutions.

If you’re looking for a vibrant and nutritious meal that will satisfy your hunger and nourish your body, this is it.

The Four Grain Superfood Bowl on the Cat-Tails Pool Bar & Grille menu is packed with wholesome ingredients. It features chickpeas, cucumber, kale, heirloom tomatoes, and red onion, all tossed in a refreshing lemon tahini dressing with tzatziki and soft goat feta.

Each element of this dish offers benefits in alignment with your healthy New Year’s resolutions, from the fiber and protein rich chickpeas to the vitamins in the leafy green kale and probiotics in the tzatziki.

Served with grilled pita bread, this bowl offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors while delivering nourishment with every bite.

Tuna Poke Bowl at Cat-Tails

A rectangular dish of food on a table overlooking a glimmering pool. The Tuna Poke at Cat-Tails is a great dish for your healthy New Year's resolutions.

Looking for another healthy meal to try while you’re lounging poolside at Rosen Shingle Creek? Why not opt for the fresh Tuna Poke Bowl.

This refreshing take on a Hawaiian classic features chunks of yellowfin tuna served over a bed of whole grains. It’s then loaded with colorful and vibrantly flavored ingredients such as refreshing watermelon and zesty jalapeno.

This entrée also comes with wasabi chips and sriracha aioli for a touch of crunch, heat, and creaminess.

Not only will you feel full, , but you’ll also benefit from the tuna’s lean protein and the antioxidants found in this dish.

Transport your tastebuds to a tasty island paradise while you stay on track with your healthy New Year’s resolutions.

Grilled Free-Range Chicken Breast at Shingle Creek Clubhouse Grille

Isn’t it great that sticking to your health goals doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor, even while you’re traveling in Orlando?

The Shingle Creek Clubhouse Grille menu offers a classic Grilled Free-Range Chicken Breast that delivers another satisfying and nutritious meal option to enjoy during your stay.

This dish features a lean protein source, grilled to perfection, and comes accompanied by a comforting side of mashed potatoes, which offer a good source of complex carbohydrates that provide sustained energy to keep you going on your travels.

The plate is rounded out with a dose of vitamins and fiber from baby carrots and a touch of savory richness brought in from the gravy.

While gravy itself may add some calories and fat, the key is moderation, and this dish offers a beautiful balance of macro and micronutrients for a satisfying nutritious savory selection.

Prime Beef Ribeye at Cala Bella Restaurant

A white dish with prime rib, asparagus, and mashed potatoes served in an elegant manner, surrounded by two other cut off dishes of food. — A variation of the Cala Bella Prime Beef dish served as part of Magical Dining is shown above.

When considering your healthy New Year’s resolutions on your travels, it’s just as important to seek out light, refreshing meals as it is to seek out nutrient-dense, filling meals like this one.

The Prime Beef Ribeye entrée from Cala Bella is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, with the rich, tender beef complemented by a creamy, earthy turnip, and sunchoke puree.

The bright acidity of heirloom cherry tomatoes balances the richness of the meat, while broccoli greens add depth of flavor. A Calabrian chili butter adds a touch of heat, while sunchoke chips provide a satisfying crunch.

From protein to vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, this hearty dish is a testament to how delicious eating healthy while travelling in Orlando can be.

Blackened Ōra King Salmon at A Land Remembered

Health-conscious seafood lovers, rejoice. A Land Remembered’s Blackened Ora King Salmon offers a tasty and nutritious option to satisfy your taste buds while keeping your healthy New Year’s resolutions on track.

This dish features premium Ora King salmon, known for its rich flavor and marbled orange flesh. The salmon is blackened to perfection, adding a smoky depth and satisfying crust.

Alongside the protein-packed fish sits a creamy squash puree, providing a touch of sweetness and healthy carbohydrates. For pops of color and additional nutrients, the entree includes a fresh, sweet corn succotash, and a sprinkle of smoked trout roe, adding a burst of umami flavor.

While dining on this culinary delight know that your body is benefiting from a boatload of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Every bite is beautifully aligned with your 2025 well-being lifestyle goals.

Bonus: Banrai Sushi Menu

A dish of colorful sushi at Banrai Sushi plated with leafy garnishes.

Surprise! We know we said we’d be sharing five dishes for your healthy New Year’s resolutions at Rosen Shingle Creek, but the reality is, we have so many fresh, tasty, and nutrient-rich dishes for you to enjoy. The Banrai Sushi menu is no exception.

Sushi is a fantastic option for a lighter, refreshing snack or meal. Mix and match nigiri and sashimi or opt for a fresh, prepared roll.

Many of the delicious choices at Banrai Sushi feature ingredients rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon, tuna, and yellowtail, which are great for heart health and brain function.

Vegetarian options, like the Garden Roll, are packed with vegetables like cucumber, avocado, and asparagus, offering essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

Dining at Rosen Shingle Creek

Whether you’re seeking a light and refreshing meal or a hearty and satisfying dish, you’ll find something to delight your taste buds and support your healthy New Year’s resolutions at Rosen Shingle Creek.

Compliment your new lifestyle goals while you travel in Orlando with a full wellness immersion at our hotel.

Take a refreshing dip in one of our four outdoor pools, relieve stress and tension with a soothing treatment at The Spa at Shingle Creek, or embark on a calorie-burning athletic venture at our championship golf course or sporting facilities.

We can’t wait to help you keep aligned with your 2025 wellness goals while enjoying the best Orlando has to offer. Book your stay at Rosen Shingle Creek and indulge in a journey of wellness and culinary delights.

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The 6 Best Wine Bars in Orlando

By Kate Cohen
(Updated May 5, 2025)

You don’t have to be an expert to enjoy a good glass of wine.

This worldly beverage has a reputation for being complicated to understand. However, a great wine bar will have everything you need to demystify and thoroughly appreciate a taste of something new.

A group of people sat around a table with glasses of wine in mid-conversation. Orlando's best wine bars are all a short drive from Rosen Shingle Creek.

Orlando is home to a variety of wine bars that are passionate about helping everyone find a glass of something they like – even if it’s beer.

Here are the top 6 wine bars in Orlando where everyone from total wine beginners to professional sommeliers can find something new and delicious to try.

The 6 Best Wine Bars in Orlando

The Wine Room

In a prime location on Park Avenue in upscale Winter Park, you’ll find The Wine Room. This venue features an incredible tasting experience that’s perfect for wine enthusiasts, experts, and novices.

Their amazing selection isn’t just appreciated locally, either; The Wine Room has received The Wine Spectator’s “Best of Award of Excellence” six years in a row.

The Wine Room is home to state-of-the-art Enomatic wine dispensing machines that showcase 156 wines from all over the world. This incredible technology allows guests to sample wines in 1 oz., 2.5 oz., or 5 oz. samples without compromising the quality of each bottle.

Each sampling of wine is purchased individually by inserting a prepaid wine tasting card directly into the machine.

To spend your visit sampling, you’ll first purchase a wine tasting card for $3. Load your card with whatever amount of money you choose. Then, tour your way through two stories of wine tasting for a unique experience that lets you pick and choose exactly what you want.

In addition to their unique wine tasting system, you can also sidle up to the bar at The Wine Room for craft beers, an array of domestic and international cheese and charcuterie, small plates and flat breads, and plenty of other delicious options.

A glass of pale pink wine on a wooden table.

Curious Cork Wine & Provisions

Curious Cork Wine & Provisions is one of the newest culinary additions to Lake Nona. Inspired by the travels and discoveries of two unlikely friends, this beautiful wine bar and restaurant aims to introduce guests to global flavors.

Customers can help themselves to pours of wine using self-serve Enomatic technology, including bottles from some of the world’s most legendary producers. Most of the wines found at Curious Cork can’t be found anywhere else locally.

In addition to wine, Curious Cork is also a self-pour beer bar where you can find popular and lesser-known craft beers that frequently rotate.

Visit on the weekends for their delicious brunch menu (cookie dough waffles, anyone?). Or, enjoy tasty small plates, sandwiches, and shareables to pair perfectly with your wine selection.

Eola Wine Company

In the heart of downtown Orlando is Eola Wine Company. This neighborhood wine bar has a cozy atmosphere, a welcoming and knowledgeable staff, and plenty of patio seating to enjoy your wine al fresco.

Their extensive wine menu boasts unique finds from all over the globe. Whether you’re a fan of fruit-forward whites or robust reds, you’ll be able to find the perfect vino to suit your unique palate.

Since wine pairs well with food, expect to find a menu of wine-friendly cheese and charcuterie, shareable plates, flatbread pizzas, salads, and desserts.

If you’re in the mood for beer, you can order from their menu of canned and bottled craft beer from Europe and the US, including local Orlando brews.

Wine Bar George

Wine Bar George has the unique distinction of being Florida’s only wine bar run by a Master Sommelier: George Miliotes.

Located in Disney Springs, this popular wine bar is the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine after a day of shopping or before taking advantage of the many entertainment options.

Wine Bar George has an extensive list of domestic and international wines curated by Miliotes. Selections span an array of grape varieties from Chardonnay to Chenin Blanc to Cabernet Franc.

Enjoy by the glass or by the bottle, or splurge on a sampling from Wine Bar George’s premier collection of reserve wines.

At the bar, you’ll find craft beers and signature cocktails, including the refreshing Frozcato made with sweet Moscato, vodka, and Disney’s famous pineapple DOLE whip.

Pair your drink with family-style plates like skirt steak or grilled whole Greek sea bass. For a more casual bite, graze on small plates like Saganaki on Fire and crispy mac and cheese bites.

Grape and the Grain

The vibe at Grape and the Grain may be intimate, but its wine list is expansive and worldly.

Grape and the Grain was founded from a desire to create a comfortable place where all wine drinkers can gather, learn, and enjoy. Now, this neighborhood wine bar has become a community favorite.

You’ll find Grape and the Grain in the Mills 50 district, a funky area known for its diverse bars and restaurants.

Their menu consists of a selection of wines as eclectic as their décor, with fun and funky blends and varietals that you may not have had before. Pair it with a delicious charcuterie board or check out the food trucks onsite on the weekends.

Throughout the week, you’ll find a variety of fun events taking place at Grape and the Grain. From Comedy nights to live music on the beautiful back patio to DJ-accompanied brunch, there’s always something delightfully entertaining happening at this chic local wine bar.

Two glasses of wine in the foreground of an out-of-focus shot of a dimly lit bar.

Digress Wine

Digress Wine is on a mission to introduce the College Park community to some of the world’s most unique and delicious wines.

Join them at the bar for a glass of your usual favorite or trust their expert team to surprise you with something you’ve never tasted before. Every visit to Digress can teach you something about the world of wine.

Similarly, their beer menu is constantly changing to usher in new labels and styles to intrigue every palate.

Join Digress for one of their regular tastings with winemakers, brewers, and grape-growers from around the world. It’s a great way to learn more from the people who live and breathe beer and wine.

Check their social media to see when Digress is collaborating with local food trucks like Red Panda Noodles for tasty brunches, happy hours, and dinners.

Enjoy Premium Wines from Around the World at Rosen Shingle Creek

Looking to enjoy an amazing glass of wine without leaving our resort?

Head to one of our onsite restaurants like A Land Remembered or Cala Bella for an exquisite glass of bubbly, white, or red wine. Relax and sip at the bar or enjoy your wine paired with an delectable meal prepared by our culinary team.

Whether you head to a wine bar or simply down to our lobby, there’s plenty of incredible wine waiting for you in Orlando.

A close-up of two glasses of white wine.

Frank Santos to Lead Rosen Hotels & Resorts as New Chief Executive Officer

Santos worked side-by-side with Harris Rosen for close to 39 years as his vice president and CFO and is committed to carrying on Rosen’s vision.

Frank Santos Chief Executive Officer Rosen Hotels & Resorts ORLANDO, FL (December 3, 2024) – Rosen Hotels & Resorts today announced that Frank Santos will be the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. A leading philanthropist in his own right, Santos’s promotion comes one week after Founder and President Harris Rosen’s death at the age of 85.

Santos is no stranger to Rosen Hotels & Resorts. In 1985, Harris Rosen personally recruited and hired Santos to become his trusted Chief Financial Officer (CFO), a job Santos started in January of 1986 and held for almost 39 years. Santos would later add vice president to his title as he and Rosen worked side-by-side growing Rosen Hotels & Resorts into a worldwide hospitality leader and the southeast’s largest independently owned hotel chain. Currently, the company has more than 4,000 associates and operates seven Orlando-area award-winning hotels: Rosen Inn International, Rosen Inn closest to Universal, Rosen Inn Pointe Orlando, Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista, Rosen Plaza, Rosen Centre, and the largest of all of the properties, Rosen Shingle Creek. Also under the Rosen umbrella are RosenSure, an insurance agency, Millennium Technology Group, multiple foundations and the Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center.

“It is an honor. I will always be grateful for the privilege to lead this great company that Mr. Rosen poured his heart and soul into building for 50 years,” Santos said. “I do not take this responsibility lightly, and I promise to continue the amazing work in our industry and in our community which Mr. Rosen started,” Santos added.

Santos and Rosen also worked together to form the Tangelo Park and Parramore preschool programs, which annually provide children from those underserved communities free preschool to get a head start on their education. After graduating from high school, students are awarded college and vocational scholarships covering tuition, room & board and books. To date, hundreds of students have received Rosen scholarships and the preschool programs have been lauded nationally as game-changers.

Santos also worked tirelessly with Mr. Rosen creating the award-winning RosenCare, a comprehensive healthcare program providing every associate amazing wellness benefits at affordable prices, with no deductibles and 90% of all prescriptions, including insulin, available at zero cost to the associate. He also helped Rosen with the formation of the UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management, the Adam Michael Rosen Foundation and saved what is now the Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center twice from sure destruction.

Santos is well-known for his community service and his philanthropy, receiving the 2023 Kenneth F. Murrah, Esq. Award as Central Florida’s Outstanding Philanthropist. Santos currently serves on the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Board of Directors, as an Emeritus Board member for the Orlando Shakes and the Orlando Family Stage and as a Diman Bengal Foundation Board member. He has previously served on the boards of directors at the Orlando Philharmonic, Canine Companions, The American Cancer Society and Runway to Hope.

Santos has also earned Certified Hospitality Account Executive (CHAE+) and Certified Hotel Administration (CHA+) designations. He is also the past president of the Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals ((HFTP) and has received the group’s Paragon award.

Media inquiries should be directed to Rob Hubler, public relations manager, rhubler@rosenhotels.com or publicrelations@rosenhotels.com.

5 Best Places to See Holiday Lights in Orlando

By Kate Cohen
November 26, 2024 (Updated May 5, 2025)

The 2024 holiday season was full of twinkling wonder. Check back later this year to see what the 2025 season has in store.

A beautiful display of Christmas lights decorating the towering Rosen Shingle Creek at night.

When it comes to holiday traditions, there are few quite as spectacular as taking in the sights of elaborate light displays.

Whether you prefer to stroll along a festively lit path, drive through neighborhoods to marvel at decorated homes, or celebrate with a spirited community celebration, there are plenty of places for you to experience Christmas lights in Orlando.

Here are some of our favorite spots for must-see holiday lights this year.

5 of the Best Places to Experience the Holiday Lights

1. Dazzling Nights at Leu Gardens

Dazzling Nights at Leu Gardens is one of the most popular ways to enjoy the spectacle of holiday lights in Orlando, Florida.

Every year, Leu Gardens’ 3/4-mile trail comes alive with millions of twinkling lights.

This year, the trail has been redesigned to include epic luminaria walls inspired by European holiday festivals, a candlelit forest of stained-glass windows, and a 70-foot tunnel of garland and glittering ornaments.

While you’re enjoying the beautiful views of holiday lights, you can enjoy sweet treats, cozy holiday drinks (including adult beverages), and live entertainment.

Ticket prices start at $22 for adults and $19 for children.

Enjoy Leu Gardens’ stunning lights display from Nov. 29, 2024, to Jan. 5, 2025.

2. Downtown for the Holidays at Lake Eola Park

The spirit of Downtown Orlando is made merrier with the Downtown for the Holidays Celebrations at Lake Eola Park.

Starting Friday, Dec. 6, the Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree Show will bring Lake Eola Park to life with dazzling synchronized light and music. Every night through Jan. 6, you’ll be able to catch this festive show every hour, starting at 5:45 p.m.and ending at 9:45 p.m.

While the Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree Show is not to be missed, be sure to take the time to wander the path around the lake and take in the sights of tens of thousands of twinkling holiday lights and the sounds of your favorite holiday tunes drifting through the air.

The lights will be on display every day of the week, but on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the festivities are even jollier. Stroll through the Merry Market where local vendors will be selling handmade products that make perfect holiday gifts. Enjoy snowfall near the Lake Eola House, and head inside to meet Santa for free!

In addition to holiday lights, there will also be special showings of holiday movies, a holiday drone show, and a variety of other free holiday events to enjoy.

A pathway at night lined in palm trees decorated in white holiday lights and a large Christmas ornament decorated in lights.

3. Light Up the Holidays in Altamonte Springs

Every year, Light Up the Holidays in Altamonte Springs sets the bar high for holiday light displays and festive cheer.

In partnership with Duke Energy, the City of Altamonte Springs puts on a spectacular display of over 200,000 lights, including a towering 60-foot Christmas tree decorated with thousands of ornaments and over a mile of garland.

While the Light Up the Holidays event takes place on Dec. 7 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., you can enjoy the spectacular light displays throughout the month of December.

There will also be holiday concerts featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus, as well as holiday movie nights to be enjoyed curled up with your coziest blankets and your favorite seasonal snacks.

4. ‘Tis the Season in Historic Downtown Winter Garden

A lit Christmas tree in front of a sign that reads "Centennial Plaza" flanked by towers of red poinsettias. — Photo credit: City of Winter Garden

This holiday season, Downtown Winter Garden is transforming into a magical holiday wonderland.

On Dec. 6, the Light Up Winter Garden event kicks off the month-long festival from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. with live holiday entertainment, holiday characters, a children’s train, street performers, and a children’s snow area.

At 6:15 p.m., the “momentous flipping of the switch” will bring Winter Garden to life with glowing holiday lights.

Until festivities end on Jan. 5, you’ll be able to visit Winter Garden for spectacular light displays and holiday cheer. Parties include a festive light show projected onto City Hall, horse drawn carriage tours, holiday movies, and other special events.

The City of Winter Garden is also hosting the De-Light-Ful Decorations Contest for residents, providing guests with plenty of beautiful residential light displays worthy of a cozy evening drive.

Check out the ‘Tis the Season Daily Event schedule to see what excitement is on the calendar this year.

5. Celebration’s Now Snowing

The cozy town of Celebration is known for its postcard-worthy Americana charm.

Every year around the holidays, Celebration transforms into a winter wonderland for a popular event known as Now Snowing.

In addition to beautiful displays of colorful Christmas lights, you’ll also find horse drawn carriage rides, nightly snow flurries, and ice skating in Celebration Town Center. The Snow Village will be selling holiday treats and gifts, which you can enjoy while listening to strolling Charles Dickens-style carolers.

Even Santa himself can’t resist the festivities, and he’s dropping by for the perfect photo op.

The neighborhoods of Celebration are often decked out in lights for the holidays, too, perfect for a festive drive or stroll before or after your Now Snowing experience.

Now Snowing will be held nightly from Nov. 30 through Dec. 31. Parking and admission are free. Available for a fee are additional holiday activities such as ice skating, carriage rides, etc.

Make Rosen Shingle Creek Your Orlando Holiday Destination

This holiday season, stay at a resort that has everything you need for a celebratory getaway.

From our own breathtaking holiday light displays to our Christmas Day brunch buffet and memorable multi-course dinners at our onsite restaurants, we’ll make sure you have a holiday full of comfort and joy.

The exterior of Rosen Shingle Creek lit at night with a decorated Christmas tree, a glowing fountain, and palm trees wrapped in Christmas lights.

Fine Dementia-friendly Dining comes to Orlando

Central Florida Dementia-friendly Dining welcomes A Land Remembered the first signature steakhouse restaurant to feature fine dining service to families and loved ones with dementia!

ORLANDO, FL (October 28, 2024) — Dementia-friendly Dining restaurants in Central Florida welcomes Rosen Shingle Creek’s A Land Remembered as the first restaurant to feature fine dining service to families and loved ones with dementia. Dementia-friendly Dining restaurants are food service establishments that provide friendly, safe, and enjoyable places where families and friends may bring their loved ones who are living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Dementia-friendly Dining is now providing access to many who suffer from isolation and the effects dementia has on families.

Co-Founders Dennis Dulniak and Toni Gitles are thrilled to have the signature steakhouse A Land Remembered as the first fine dining option and expand the number of community restaurants offering Dementia-friendly Dining. Dan Giordano, General Manager of Rosen Shingle Creek said “From the moment that I was introduced to the dementia-friendly dining initiative, I had an innate sense that this effort was a perfect correlation with our company’s core principles and mission. All of us at Rosen Hotels & Resorts look forward to making a difference in the lives of not only those afflicted with dementia, but the ever so important caregivers as well. I remain excited about the prospect of expanding our reach and anxiously await the opportunity to introduce our property to these organizations’ participants.” Dulniak responded, “There is a definite need to provide accommodations among our unique populations with dementia for creating quality life experiences and fond memories, and A Land Remembered private dining room provides an exceptional opportunity for families to celebrate in style! A Land Remembered – Fine Dementia-friendly Dining

Toni and I recently dined here and were most impressed with the high quality of food, attention, warmth, friendliness and good cheer – synonymous with Rosen’s hospitality!” He credits caregiving for his wife Nancy who passed away from Early Onset Alzheimer’s in January 2021 as his motivation to now help other families facing dementia. Among his passions are the Nana’s Books Foundation that he and his sons created in Nancy’s honor that sends books on Alzheimer’s, dementia and other disabilities to public libraries and students in Title I schools. In three years, the Foundation has delivered 12,762 books to 16 Title I schools and neighboring public libraries among eight states, including OCPS Academic Center for Excellence. www.NanasBooks.org.

A Land Remembered offers their Fine Dementia-friendly Dining every 1st and 3rd Sundays from 2 – 4 p.m. by reservation only at 407-996-8588 or 407-996-9770. They join the other restaurants that include: Hollerbach’s (205 E 1st St in Sanford) every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 3 – 5 p.m. Oviedo’s The Townhouse Restaurant (139 N Central Avenue) every Wednesday from 2 – 5 p.m., Seminole BBQ (640 S County Rd 419 in Chuluota) every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2 – 5 p.m., Perkins – Winter Springs (701 E. SR 434) Tuesday from 2 – 5 p.m., and Pepe’s Cantina – Oviedo (3100 Alafaya Trail in Oviedo) every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2 – 4 p.m. The public and community are encouraged to support these establishments and the Nana’s Books Foundation throughout the year. All restaurants will also continue to offer their standard days and times. Additional information is available online at www.centralfloridadementia-friendlydining.com. Do you know or own a neighborhood restaurant with a back room or side area that may be a good prospect or are you willing to volunteer in promoting Dementia-friendly Dining? If so, email cfldfd01@gmail.com.

Try the Best Seafood in Orlando at These 5 Restaurants

By Kate Cohen
(Updated May 6, 2025)

The state of Florida is a beautiful peninsula surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. It makes sense that you’d find an abundance of fabulous seafood wherever you travel in the state.

Orlando is in a prime location to source fresh seafood from Florida’s coastal fishing regions daily, offering locals and visitors the chance to enjoy some of the finest catches in the country.

A circle of breaded oysters on a plate of rushed ice with mayo, lemon wedges, and cocktail sauce. — Photo: Reel Fish

At Rosen Shingle Creek, we not only serve exceptional seafood dishes; we’re also perfectly located for guests who want to try the best aquatic cuisine the City Beautiful has to offer.

Here are five fabulous restaurants where you can find some of the best seafood in Orlando.

The Nauti Lobstah

A lobster roll with lettuce, a cup of butter, and a basket of potato chips sit on a sheet of blue checkered tissue paper beside a can of beer. The Nauti Lobstah serves some of the best seafood in Orlando. — Photo: The Nauti Lobstah

The Nauti Lobstah is the perfect spot to savor your favorite Northeastern and New England seafood specialties.

This family-owned restaurant has recently been awarded the Critic’s Choice Best Seafood in Orlando by the Orlando Sentinel Foodie Awards and Chef Mike Rumplik was recognized as the Best Local Chef by Orlando Weekly readers in the 2024 Best of Orlando.

As former New Englanders, the Nauti Lobstah family found themselves missing the classic tastes of home while living in Central Florida. They set out to open a restaurant that would serve all the “ah’s” of traditional New England seafood: lobst-ahs, oyst-ahs, chowd-ahs, steam-ahs, and more.

Their most iconic menu item to date is the Biggest Lobster Roll in Florida, a photo-worthy two-foot-long lobster roll. Served on freshly griddled bread made by a local bakery and stuffed with a hefty 2 pounds of fresh Maine lobster meat, this epic lobster roll has become a viral sensation on social media and throughout Central Florida.

The Nauti Lobstah isn’t just a lobster joint. Their menu also features a variety of dishes starring seafood like shrimp, crab legs, grouper, Chilean sea bass, and so much more.

The Nauti Lobstah took the place of its beloved predecessor, The Catfish Place, several years ago. They still honor the former restaurant’s legacy by offering several catfish favorites, including All You Can Eat Catfish.

The Boathouse

There’s no shortage of great dining at Disney Springs, but when it comes to amazing seafood, The Boathouse tops the list.

This beautifully themed establishment offers waterfront dining overlooking Lake Buena Vista, a collection of fully restored Dream Boats from the 1930s, 40s, and 50s, and Amphicar tours that drive riders straight into the lake in a floating vintage car.

Their menu is just as special as the ambiance. Enjoy a selection of fresh seafood from the raw bar, including oysters on the half shell and wild caught Sea of Cortez shrimp, both served with a London dry gin cocktail sauce and cucumber mignonette.

In addition to market fresh fish like seared yellowfin tuna and Gulf of Mexico red grouper, The Boathouse is also known for specialty seafood dishes including Maine Lobster Tail Oscar, succulent Hand Breaded Coconut Shrimp, and a tender jumbo lump crab cake.

The Boathouse is also home to one of the most viral Disney drinks: The Duck Duck Razz. This aqua-blue cocktail is made with Stoli Razberi, peach schnapps, and blue curacao, topped with a rubber ducky that, yes, you get to take home.

Reel Fish

In the coastal south in the 1930s, fish camps were common establishments set up to provide workers and their families with fresh fish and hush puppies. Reel Fish in Winter Park aims to capture the same nautical spirit and authenticity for its guests with a menu of fresh, seasonal seafood.

As a guest, you’ll experience warm Southern hospitality as you dine on sustainably sourced fish from the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico.

Their menu features seafood dishes like pecan-crusted rainbow trout served with slow-cooked green beans, and wild-caught Florida shrimp on top of creamy, cheesy grits.

Indulge in a Low Country Boil with fresh-caught Florida shrimp, scallops, Cedar Key clams, PEI mussels, snow crab clusters, and andouille sausage mixed with corn on the cob, redskin potatoes, and charred okra. Dip everything in drawn butter to take your feast to the next level.

Reel Fish is a great go-to for tasty starters, salads, entrées, sandwiches, golden-fried shrimp, oysters, fish, and clams.

They’re also serving up brunch on weekends from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with showstoppers like blue crab and sweet potato hash, or the opulent lobster benedict royale.

High Tide Harry’s

a blue awning reading “family owned & operated since 1995” hangs over a patio decorated with colorful fish caricatures. You can find some of the best seafood in Orlando at High Tide Harry’s. — Photo: High Tide Harry’s

For nearly 30 years, High Tide Harry’s has been an Orlando seafood mainstay for locals and visitors alike.

This casual, family-owned seafood restaurant is great for seafood lovers of all ages, and there’s plenty on the menu for anyone who prefers their food sourced from land.

With hefty portions and the freshest ingredients offered at affordable prices, it’s no wonder locals just voted High Tide Harry’s as Orlando Weekly’s Best Seafood Restaurant for the fifth year in a row.

Order snow, king, and Dungeness crab by the pound, or order mussels, clams, and oysters from the raw bar. Get your fill of shrimp prepared in a variety of styles including fried, garlic, popcorn, and coconut. Perfectly cooked filets of mahi, salmon, grouper, tuna, and whitefish make fabulous entrées, especially when paired with your choice of tasty sides.

Enjoy a refreshing craft beer or cocktail with your meal, and if you’re feeling really thirsty, you can sip on a Fishbowl, named for the enormous vessel in which it’s served.

Wine 4 Oysters

Wine 4 Oysters is a love letter to culinary travel, adventure, and exploration.

The owners have traveled the globe in search of the best flavors and unique characteristics of oysters from around the world.

When you dine at either of the two Wine 4 Oysters restaurants in Orlando, you’ll be invited to taste the most exquisite oysters from their raw bar, each reflecting the unique culture and terroir of its homeland.

Whether you prefer your oysters raw, poached, or baked, Wine 4 Oysters has the perfect bite for your palate. If oysters aren’t your thing, peruse their menu for incredible dishes like mussels, jambalaya, shrimp or tuna tacos, and lobster risotto.

Wine 4 Oysters also has an extensive wine list to pair your seafood with the perfect vino from around the world.

Check out their fabulous happy hour Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for 30% off raw oysters and signature cocktails and $2 off draft and select wines.

Reel in Fresh Seafood at Rosen Shingle Creek

A plate with dark purple octopus resting on a bright orange sauce, sprinkled with fresh greens, yellow cherry tomatoes, and other garnishes. — Photo: Cala Bella, Charred Octopus with Romesco

If you’re looking for delicious seafood without having to leave the comfort of your resort, there are several dining options at Rosen Shingle Creek from which to choose.

At Cala Bella, you’ll find “farm to fork” Italian cuisine with Mediterranean influences, brought to life with ingredients grown in our onsite garden, Emma’s Creekside Farm.

The menu features seafood specialties like our Charred Octopus with a rich romesco, heirloom cherry tomatoes, and a fennel confit, topped with colorful bunching onions and mustard greens.

Our legacy steakhouse, A Land Remembered, features dishes like Seared Sea Scallops with a sweet corn puree, local mushrooms, and house smoked bacon, and the mouthwatering Jumbo Lump Crab Cake with a preserved lemon tartar and parsley salad.

Wherever you decide to catch your next meal, make Rosen Shingle Creek the place where you lower your sails and ride out the waves.

6 of the Best Animal Attractions in Orlando

By Kate Cohen
Updated May 6, 2025

We may be best known for our famous mouse, but Orlando is home to a wild array of exotic animals from all over the planet.

A couple in beach attire walk through the sand surrounded by flamingos.

Whether you’re dreaming of swimming with dolphins, painting with giraffes, or doing downward dog with a baby goat on your back, we have it all here in Central Florida.

Here are 6 of the best animal attractions in Orlando that every animal-lover should try.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

A safari vehicle encounters giraffes along the Kilimanjaro Safari at DIsney's Animal Kingdom, an amazing animal experience in Orlando.

Walt Disney World Resort’s Animal Kingdom has something for every animal-loving theme park enthusiast: epic rides, entertaining stage shows, and all the magic you’d expect from a Disney Park.

It’s also the perfect spot for animal enthusiasts to get up close and personal with some of the planet’s most exotic creatures.

Animal Kingdom is Disney’s largest theme park, with over 580 acres of attractions and exhibits.

The Kilimanjaro Safari is one of Animal Kingdom’s most popular rides. It’s a guided bus tour through the Harambe Wildlife Reserve, home to over 30 different species of animals.

On this 18-minute expedition, you could see giraffes, hippos, elephants, rhinos, lions, cheetahs, and more.

The Wild Africa Trek is an add-on experience that’s worth every penny ($219 per person, to be exact.)

This three-hour excursion is a privately guided VIP expedition that will have you navigating a rope bridge over the crocodile exhibit, riding in an all-terrain vehicle through the plains of the savanna, and enjoying specialty snacks overlooking the reserve.

In addition to Animal Kingdom’s Safari experiences, there are plenty of other animal attractions for guests to enjoy.

The Maharajah Jungle Trek is home to critically endangered Asian tigers, gibbons, water buffalo, and an aviary with over 50 species of exotic birds. This self-guided tour lets you enjoy the animals at your own pace.

As you wander through Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail, you’ll find animals like curious meerkats, grazing zebras, and a gentle troop of western lowland gorillas.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Disney cares for their animals by hopping aboard the Wildlife Express Train for an easy 7-minute ride to Rafiki’s Planet Watch.

This area of the park is dedicated to preservation and conservation and gives guests a closer look at veterinary facilities, housing, and Disney’s conservation efforts.

At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you’re never far from some of the world’s most fascinating animals.

Discovery Cove

A man and a girl in wetsuits pet a smiling dolphin in the incredible dolphin swim animal experience at Discovery Cove in Orlando.

Discovery Cove is a unique all-inclusive day resort where you can cross some pretty incredible adventures off your bucket list.

Your ticket to Discovery Cove includes a slew of one-of-a-kind opportunities to interact with marine life. Operated by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, you’ll find plenty of theme park touches at this beautiful resort.

The park’s most popular attraction is their Signature Dolphin Swim. Don your wetsuit and join playful bottlenose dolphins in a crystal-clear lagoon for an up-close interaction.

Expert animal care specialists will teach you about their habits, behaviors, and communication before you take off with a dolphin on an incredible one-on-one swim.

Spend some time snorkeling in the Grand Reef alongside beautiful tropical fish and gigantic stingrays. Explore grottos, reefs, and habitats that make it feel like you’re swimming next to sharp-tooth reef sharks.

The Explorer’s Aviary is home to hundreds of colorful birds. Watch them fly overhead before swooping down to eat from your hand!

You can spend the rest of your day at Discovery Cove being swept away down the Wind-Away River, splashing in the 85-degree Serenity Bay, wading into the Freshwater Oasis, and enjoying unlimited food and beverages.

Still not enough animal interaction for you? Check out Discovery Cove’s add-on Animal Experiences like the Flamingo Mingle, Animal Trek, Shark Snorkel, and more.

Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens

A woman holds a young girl while a boy feeds a giraffe a piece of lettuce at an animal encounter at the Central Florida Zoo.

The Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens have been a favorite of animal lovers for over a hundred years. In 1923, a traveling circus gifted the Elks Club in Sanford a rhesus monkey.

A century later, The Central Florida Zoo is home to over 300 animals representing 100 different species.

During your trip to the Central Florida Zoo, you could see the sleek Amur leopard, towering giraffes, cheetahs, sloths, and a variety of monkeys and lemurs. There are also plenty of reptiles, amphibians, and birds to watch and learn about while you’re there.

The Central Florida Zoo also offers some unique animal encounters for visitors to enjoy, available for an additional charge. If you’ve never fed a giraffe, this could be your chance! Get up close and personal with these gentle giants as they take fruits and veggies from your hands.

The zoo is home to a critically endangered greater one-horned rhino named PJ. The rhinoceros encounter invites guests to meet, touch, and take photos with PJ as they learn about conservation efforts to save this miraculous species.

Don’t forget to stop by the petting zoo to say hello to your favorite barnyard friends like goats, llamas, alpacas, and sheep.

Wild Florida

A family interacts with capybaras in an animal encounter at Wild Florida.

If you think Florida’s wild, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet.

Wild Florida combines the best of the state’s native wildlife with exotic animals from around the world.

An airboat ride is an amazing way to experience the wild ecosystem of the Florida Everglades. You may see gators, turtles, eagles, and a variety of other animals in their wild habitat (though it’s never a guarantee, since you’re in their territory).

At Wild Florida’s Gator Park, you’ll find plenty of furry, feathery, and scaly friends to meet. It’s home to lemurs, bobcats, two-toed sloths, giraffes, and yes, plenty of alligators, including an albino gator named Yeti.

If waving from the perimeter of the exhibit isn’t close enough for you, check out the unique animal encounters at Wild Florida. These experiences allow you to meet and interact with animals like capybaras, ring-tailed lemurs, two-toed sloths, albino gators, and an African crested porcupine.

Take yourself (and a carful of your friends and family) on a one-of-a-kind adventure with the Wild Florida drive-through safari.

Stay behind the wheel of your own car as you drive through open expanses of land where antelopes, bison, camels, and other creatures roam freely.

The safari park is also home to Wild Florida’s tallest residents, Leroy and Walter, two beautiful giraffes who enjoy eating from the hands of visitors and participating in the Giraffe Painting Experience.

Kitty Beautiful Cat Café

The animals don’t have to be exotic to have a meaningful, memorable encounter.

The Kitty Beautiful Cat Café in downtown Orlando is the perfect place to snuggle up with a new feline friend…or twenty.

For just $13, you’ll get to spend an hour mingling with cats from the café’s rescue partner, CATS CAN. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.

Enjoy soups, sandwiches, and baked goods or order a beverage from their extensive menu (butterbeer, anyone?) before settling in to socialize with the café’s temporary residents.

There may be up to 25 cats at The Kitty Beautiful Cat Café at any given time, all of whom are up for adoption – except Bongo, the House Cat.

The Kitty Beautiful Cat Café is also known for its entertaining events, including Cat Yoga, Tea Time with Bongo, and Purrder Mystery Parties.

Wildflower Farm

A goat stands on the back of a smiling young woman doing yoga outdoors. Baby Goat Yoga is one of several great animal experiences in Orlando.

The only thing cuter than regular animals are baby animals.

Wildflower Farm is a charming farm in a quiet neighborhood known for its baby goat yoga.

Join your licensed yoga instructor beneath a covered pavilion for mindful stretching accompanied by the cutest baby pygmy goats.

You’ll have the chance to bottle-feed the babies before being given plenty of greens to keep them motivated and attentive throughout your yoga class. Just know that you may be joined on your mat by little hoofed friends climbing and jumping on your back or snuggling up in your lap.

Not a yoga person? You can still enjoy the company of baby goats with Wildflower Farm events like Party in the Pasture, where visitors 18+ can unwind from a busy week with farmyard friends.

Wildflower Farm also has events the whole family can enjoy, like Family Time on the Farm and Fables on the Farm, where kids of human and goat varieties will be read a children’s book followed by plenty of baby goat interaction.

Rosen Shingle Creek – A Haven for Animal Lovers

With all these incredible encounters within a short drive of our hotel, Rosen Shingle Creek is the perfect place for animal lovers.

Be sure to stop and admire our precious zebra finches in the grand lobby or enjoy birdwatching on our nature trails.

We’re also dog-friendly! When you bring your dog on vacation with you, we’ll happily provide accommodations with nearby dog walk areas and have some special treats on-hand for your pup.

Acquaint yourself with our pet policy here.

Experience the beauty of Rosen Shingle Creek with your furry friend.

Rosen Hotels & Resorts Reduces Pricing Ahead of Hurricane Milton

Florida Residents Can Take Advantage of “Distress Rates” To Safely Evacuate, Stay on Budget and Have Peace of Mind During Milton and Other Stressful Weather Events.

ORLANDO, FL (October 7, 2024) – As Hurricane Milton intensifies and tracks toward Florida, Rosen Hotels & Resorts activated its Florida Resident Distress Rates* today. This initiative provides evacuees with a safe and affordable place to stay as they ride out the storm. Rosen Hotels & Resorts remains committed to the safety and well-being of all Floridians, prioritizing people over profits in times of need.

Distress rates are as follows per property:

$69/night (not including taxes)

Rosen Inn International
Rosen Inn Closest to Universal
Rosen Inn Pointe Orlando
Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista

$99/night (not including taxes)

Rosen Plaza

$119/night (not including taxes)

Rosen Centre

$139/night (not including taxes)

Rosen Shingle Creek

Rosen Hotels & Resorts is pet-friendly (no additional pet fee during distress rates), offers free Wi-Fi and never charges a resort fee. The safety and well-being of guests and Rosen associates are top priorities during this stressful time. To reserve a room, please call 866-33-ROSEN (76736).
Media inquiries should be directed to publicrelations@rosenhotels.com.

*All guest room rates are not applicable for groups or with any other promotions or offers and are based on availability. Guest room rates are offered when a tropical storm or hurricane warning is in effect for impacted areas in Florida and will remain in effect as long as the situation is threatening. Rates also are offered as long as necessary to those who are displaced after a storm. Offer requires proof of residency in affected area.

Rosen Hotels & Resorts Awarded Five Stella Awards including Best Hotel Chain

ORLANDO, FL (October 2, 2024) – Rosen Hotels & Resorts has been honored with five prestigious Stella Awards from the NorthStar Meetings Group, distinguishing the company as a leader in the hospitality industry. The awards recognize excellence and innovation in the top hotels, convention centers, airlines, cruise lines and meeting and event venues.
Rosen Hotels & Resorts received the following honors:

Rosen Hotels & Resorts

Bronze Medal, Best Hotel Chain

Rosen Shingle Creek

Gold Medal, Best Golf Resort, Southeast Region

Rosen Plaza

Gold Medal, Best F&B, Southeast Region
Bronze Medal, Best On-Site Support Staff, Southeast Region

Rosen Centre

Bronze Medal, Best Décor and Design, Southeast Region

These honors come at a momentous time with Rosen Hotels & Resorts now celebrating 50 years of excellence. “It is amazing what our little company has been able to achieve the past five decades,” said Harris Rosen, Founder and COO of Rosen Hotels & Resorts. “Never in my wildest dreams did I ever imagine that we would be where we are today. No doubt, this honor is a direct result of the amazing work accomplished by our associates, who have brought excellence to our little company, every single day.”

Rosen Plaza took home two honors including gold for Best Food & Beverage and Best On-Site Support Staff in the Southeast region. “Being recognized with several Stella Awards from the NorthStar Meetings Group is a tremendous honor for our team at Rosen Plaza, alongside our sister properties,” said Derek Baum, General Manager of Rosen Plaza Hotel. “It’s a testament to the dedication, passion and exceptional service that our team consistently strives to deliver to our guests. We’re proud to be recognized as a leader in the hospitality industry.”

Media inquiries should be directed to publicrelations@rosenhotels.com.

Rosen Hotels & Resorts Awarded Five Stella Awards including Best Hotel Chain

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