For those of who you actually have the energy after a day at the parks, and simply can't call it quits, Orlando has plenty of after-dark venues suitable for a night out on the town. That said, even if you're Orlando veterans, and not first-timers (the ones most likely to overdo it), if you try to go-go-go from morning until night, you will be completely exhausted after only a few days, and will end up needing a vacation after your vacation.
Admit it; some of you know the feeling. You're hard-core partiers who aren't willing to give it up after a long day in the parks. You want the after-hours adventure as well. The good news: Orlando's certainly willing to accommodate you, offering a wide array of entertainment options to satisfy your cravings.
The success of Universal's CityWalk, a district filled with a variety of clubs, shops, and themed restaurants, shows that many visitors have the pizzazz to withstand life after a day of schlepping around the House of Mouse. But don't think Downtown Disney West Side and Pleasure Island are hurting for business. The clubs, shops, and restaurants found in Downtown Disney are typically filled to capacity as well.
Check the "Calendar" section of Friday's Orlando Sentinel for up-to-the-minute details on local clubs, visiting performers, concerts, and events. It has hundreds of listings, many of which are online at www.orlandosentinel.com. The Orlando Weekly is a free magazine found in red boxes throughout Central Florida. It highlights the more offbeat and often more spur-of-the-moment performances. You can see it online at www.orlandoweekly.com. Another good source on the Internet is www.orlandoinfo.com, operated by the Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Free Ride -- A free public transportation system called Lymmo (tel. 407/841-2279; www.golynx.com) runs in a designated lane through the downtown area. But because Lymmo stops running at 10pm (midnight on Fri-Sat), it may stop moving before you do. So stash enough cash for a taxi if you're going to party late into the night.
