Welcome to DU!
The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards.
Join the community:
Create a free account
Support DU (and get rid of ads!):
Become a Star Member
Latest Breaking News
General Discussion
The DU Lounge
All Forums
Issue Forums
Culture Forums
Alliance Forums
Region Forums
Support Forums
Help & Search
National article about Mills 50, my old neighborhood
https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/the-next-big-neighborhoods-in-america-new-york-la-miami-chicago12 NEIGHBORHOODS ACROSS AMERICA THAT ARE ABOUT TO GET CRAZY POPULAR
Mills 50
Orlando, Florida
In case you missed it, Orlando has developed into a living, breathing city where people have jobs that don’t involve giant furry costumes. And as Orlando takes its rightful place among major US metros, the “cool” neighborhood they’ll be talking about is Mills 50. Artists and savvy developers have transformed this drab stretch of Florida into a colorful, creative haven where you’ll find the city’s largest collection of murals. Even the storm drains and dumpsters have been turned into works of art.
Like a miniature half-priced Santa Monica, the streets are filled with yoga studios, tattoo shops, and holistic wellness centers. Oh, and with outstandingly eclectic food, thanks to an influx of immigrants from Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Asia. A short walk away is The District, a neighborhood co-op where local artisans and urban farmers peddle their wares. The best part: it’s beautifully, blissfully tourist-free.