Question 1

How do attendees get to and around Orlando?

Accepted Answer

Orlando International Airport (MCO) offers extensive domestic and international service, and the city is reachable from key Southeast drive markets. Once in town, resort and entertainment districts are conveniently connected by hotel shuttles, rideshare, and local transit options like the I‑Ride Trolley along International Drive, with many areas keeping dining and venues close together.

Question 2

What neighborhoods are best for staying or hosting?

Accepted Answer

International Drive (I‑Drive) shines for its concentration of hotels, dining, and attractions; Lake Buena Vista offers a resort setting near major parks; Downtown Orlando delivers arts, sports, and nightlife; and Winter Park charms with boutiques, scenic streets, and celebrated restaurants.

Question 3

How many venues and what kinds are available in Orlando?

Accepted Answer

VenueConnect lists 834 Orlando venues, with a mix that includes 45 hotels and 5 dedicated event spaces. Common amenities include outdoor space, parking, AV/tech, and in‑house catering. Notable options span Bonnet Creek Resort, Royal Pacific Resort, Gaitlin Ballroom At Rosen Shingle Creek, Tower I | Caribe Royal, The Tap Room at Dubsdread, Helena Modern Riviera, Alliant CoWorking, and DOSO Office Suites.

Question 4

Can we find venues with on‑site lodging?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Orlando features 44 venues with on‑site guest rooms, ranging from 99 to 2,200 rooms, making it easy to keep attendees together.

Question 5

What event sizes and spaces can Orlando support?

Accepted Answer

Reported capacities range from 8 to 10,000 guests. Single rooms reach up to 95,000 sq ft, with total meeting and event footprints up to 700,000 sq ft and select rooms offering ceilings up to 27 ft.

Neighborhoods in Orlando