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Shopping 

Florida is great for shopping with prices being a lot lower than in the UK but remember all goods are plus tax.  The ticket price is not the price you pay.  This page lists some of the main malls and shopping areas.

Orlando
Miami
Naples
Clothes Sizes
The Customs Allowances

 

 

 

Orlando

Florida Mall:  Go east on Sand Lake Road until you cross Orange Blossom Trail and the mall is on the right. Mediterranean, Victorian and Art Deco architectural themes mix in this massive mall which has over 160 shops and restaurants.                                            Visit the Florida Mall.

Belz Factory Outlet Mall:  At north end of International Drive, west Oak Ridge Road. Savings of 25% to75% off retail price of branded goods are possible here at Orlando's biggest discount mall.  Some 170 outlets sell clothing, toys, jewellery, records and lots more           Visit Belz

The Mercado:  At 8445 South International Drive. Another great mall full of shops.    Visit the Mercado

Disney Village Market Place:  At Lake Buena Vista. This pleasant open-air lakeside complex is the best place for Disney souvenirs.  Don't miss the largest Disney store in the world.

Old Town:  An old-time boulevard of some 70 small shops, restaurants and bars on Highway 192 Kissimmee.

Nike Outlet:  On 192 Kissimmee.  Nike clothing and trainers at discount prices.

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Miami

Aventura Mall:  At Biscayne Boulevard, North Miami Beach.  A large indoor mall with over 200 shops and 21 eating places.                                     Visit Aventura Mall

The Dolphin Mall:  At the Florida Turnpike/Dolphin Expressway intersection.      Visit Dolphin Mall

Bayside Marketplace:  At Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown.  This bay front Covent Garden-style center offers an excellent selection of high-quality arts, crafts and fashion clothing at reasonable prices.     Visit Bayside.

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Naples

Coastland Center:   At the intersection of US41(Tamiami Trail) and Golden Gate Parkway.  A large mall with Burdines, JC Penny, Dillard's and Sears to name a few as well as a food court.          

Pine Ridge Crossing Center:  On Pine Ridge Road.  A small shopping area with Publix (Supermarket), Target (Sells about everything) and other shops.

Third Street and The Avenues:  Old Naples. Fine clothing, exquisite jewellery and accessories for the home.  Visit Third Street

Prime Outlets:  SR 951, right off Marco Island. Between 20% - 70% off many top brands.

Tin City:  US 41 at Goodlette Road. Charming tin village offers collectables and clothing.    Visit Tin City

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Clothes Sizes

 

Ladies Dresses / Coats / Blouses

British

10

12

14

16

18

20

American

8

10

12

14

16

18

Ladies Shoes

British

3

4

5

6

7

8

American

4 1/2

5 1/2 6 1/2 7 1/2 8 1/2 9 1/2

 

Mens Shoes

British

6

7

8

9

10

11

American

7

8

9

10

11

12

Mens Suits

British

34

36

38

40

42

44

American

34

36

38

40

42

44

 

Mens Shirts

British

14

14  1/2

15

15  1/2

16

16  1/2

17

17  1/2

American

14

14  1/2

15

15  1/2

16

16  1/2

17

17  1/2

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The customs allowances

For travellers arriving in the UK from outside the EU

People under 17 cannot have the tobacco or alcohol allowance

If you bring something in worth more than the the limit of £145, you will have to pay charges on the full value, not just on the value above £145.

If you are travelling as a family or a group, you cannot pool your individual allowances towards an item worth more than the limit. You will have to pay charges on the full value of the item

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