Walmart

[tonyv]

Could someone let me know where on International Drive is Walmart Thanks

[tb2830]

kirkman road tony (99%) sure

[SorcererMickey]

There are no Wal-Mart stores on I-Drive. The closest and most convenient is the one on Sand Lake, about 10-20 minutes away by car depending on where on I-Drive you are located.

Here is the Google Map from the Quality Inn on I-Drive to Wal-Mart (I'm assuming you are staying there from looking at you siggie :wink: )

Quality Inn to Wal-Mart - Google Map (http://maps.google.com/maps?t=h&saddr=7600+International+Dr,+Orlando,+FL+32819&daddr=8101+John+Young+Parkway,+Orlando,+FL+32819&hl=en)

Where are you staying? Will you have a car?

[Melfuzz]

how much would that cost in a taxi?

Is that a good Walmart?

[SorcererMickey]

I'm not familiar with taxis in Orlando, never taken one, but I would think that it's not more that $15-20.

Good? Well, it's a Wal-Mart, this one is the better one in the area, this one caters more to tourist traffic, lots of taxis and buses dropping-off and picking-up tourist and groups.

[tonyv]

Many Thanks S M Was reading the Stewarts trip report day 2 they said they were walking back to there hotel on I-Drive and popped into Walmart just wondered where Tony

[OKWTink]

Whatever you do, avoid the Kirkman Rd. Walmart. I used to live right across the street from there and it is one scary place. Shootings in the parking lot, muggings, carjackings, etc. I was more than happy to move away from there! :eek:

It's not a very nice one, either by the way. The Sandlake/John Young one or the 192 one is much better. :yes:

[tonyv]

Thanks for the advice tink I'll stick with the one I know on the 192. Last time I was in Orlando I went along Silver Star Road NOT the best place to be Tony

[JuniorMickey]

Maybe they meant Walgreen's? Easy to confuse if you're not used to the names. Walgreen's is a pharmacy

[tb2830]

Whatever you do, avoid the Kirkman Rd. Walmart. I used to live right across the street from there and it is one scary place. Shootings in the parking lot, muggings, carjackings, etc. I was more than happy to move away from there! :eek:

It's not a very nice one, either by the way. The Sandlake/John Young one or the 192 one is much better. :yes:


:eek: oh my god is it really that bad .............think im going to go to the sandlake /john young one now :)
tracy

[ukwdwnut]

been to the one on the 192 also the one on hwy 27 haines city priced for locals rather than tourists, but not the new one on the 27 north of the 192

[katie]

I've been on that one (on the 27 north of the 192)- it's only a mile or two from the villa I use - it's the same as all the others as far as I can see.

Katie :)

[OKWTink]

Yes, the Kirkman Rd. Walmart has always been problematic. I don't really know what the story is behind it, but when they opened that place, the troubles started right off.

The new one on 27 just north of 192 west is pretty nice, albeit a bit small. There is a good selection of merchandise there though, and they do stock for the visitor.

I still prefer the one on 192 (heading east toward/in Kissimmee). I don't know why (not being much of a Walmart fan overall) but that one just seems to have a bit of everything! :yes:

[ukwdwnut]

the one in haines city is supposed to be cheaper, i hear tink as its aimed at the locals rather than tourists is that right, do you know at all? as i cant remember what the prices are to compare with the one on the 192 in kissimmee :)

[tonyv]

I've been on that one (on the 27 north of the 192)- it's only a mile or two from the villa I use - it's the same as all the others as far as I can see.

Katie :)



Hi katie who far north on H 27 is Walmart. My DD wants to do them all she got Walmartitus. If there was a walmart at the entrance to MK I know where she would spend the day:rotfl:

[ukwdwnut]

Hi katie who far north on H 27 is Walmart. My DD wants to do them all she got Walmartitus. If there was a walmart at the entrance to MK I know where she would spend the day:rotfl:


i dont think its that far at all tony :)

[Isafari]

originally posted by OKWTink..
Whatever you do, avoid the Kirkman Rd. Walmart. I used to live right across the street from there and it is one scary place. Shootings in the parking lot, muggings, carjackings, etc.

:eek: :eek:

This is the one I was planning on going to as it is quite near to the Doubletree Hotel on Major Blvd.
Sure glad I noticed your post Tink !!
Which would be the second nearest to us?

[tonyv]

i dont think its that far at all tony :)


Thanks ukwdwnut Will have to get my zimmer frame into overdrive to get to them all:rotfl: Tony

[katie]

@tonyv - I almost sure it's the first set of traffic lights from the turn-off at the 192. It's less than 1 mile.

Katie :)

[ukwdwnut]

:lol:

we have only been to the one on the 192 in kissimmee once on our 1st trip we always go down to haines city and go there, its fffffffffffffffffffffflippin huge, just the chrimbo section was bigger than our local asda store :lol:

[fillerup]

There's a brand new Walmart Supercenter on 535 at the intersection with Poinciana Blvd.

It's on your right if you're traveling from say LBV or IDrive about half a mile shy of 192.

It's also the largest retail store I've ever been in. If you're buying something on the east side of the store, and then want to look for something on the west side - well, pack a lunch for the trip.

[Whitequeen]

Ohhhhh, I've died and gone to heaven!!!:)

Pack your sandwiches Redkop, we're goin shoppin!!!:D

[SorcererMickey]

Oh, didn't know about that one. I don't usually venture east of Celebration on US192. That is much closer than Sand Lake for people staying at Disney. Will have to check it out this afternoon.

Here is the Google Map to it...

Wal-Mart - SR535 (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3250+Vineland+Road,+Kissimmee,+FL+34746&spn=0.036958,0.057811&t=h&hl=en)

[katie]

I'm going to change my itinerary to include a visit to the new Walmart Supercenter on the 535. I may do my Christmas shopping.

Katie :)

[ukwdwnut]

There's a brand new Walmart Supercenter on 535 at the intersection with Poinciana Blvd.

It's on your right if you're traveling from say LBV or IDrive about half a mile shy of 192.

It's also the largest retail store I've ever been in. If you're buying something on the east side of the store, and then want to look for something on the west side - well, pack a lunch for the trip.


does it have two different time zones from east to west? :wink: :lol:

[ukwdwnut]

Oh, didn't know about that one. I don't usually venture east of Celebration on US192. That is much closer than Sand Lake for people staying at Disney. Will have to check it out this afternoon.

Here is the Google Map to it...

Wal-Mart - SR535 (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3250+Vineland+Road,+Kissimmee,+FL+34746&spn=0.036958,0.057811&t=h&hl=en)


thanks for the link SM will have to go visit that one next trip :D

has the 192 been renamed to hwy 530?

[Melfuzz]

Would the supercentre be an expensive taxi journey from I-Drive?

[tb2830]

is there taxi's outside at the john young walmart ??????????

[Melfuzz]

Ok think may go for John Young one. How far is that from Wet n Wild end of I-Drive. Its its too far/expensive for a taxi where is the 192 I could not find that on the Walmart site.

[Johnie]

There's a brand new Walmart Supercenter on 535 at the intersection with Poinciana Blvd.

It's on your right if you're traveling from say LBV or IDrive about half a mile shy of 192.

It's also the largest retail store I've ever been in. If you're buying something on the east side of the store, and then want to look for something on the west side - well, pack a lunch for the trip.


It's very nice, we went there in Aug.

[fillerup]

Ok think may go for John Young one. How far is that from Wet n Wild end of I-Drive. Its its too far/expensive for a taxi where is the 192 I could not find that on the Walmart site.

I think the John Young Pkwy WMT is by far and away the closest one to the end of I Drive you're referring to.

[Melfuzz]

Great thanks

[tonyv]

Thanks for all the advice on WALMART.:)

[Lizzy]

When we went we got a taxi from our hotel and then we just phoned when we wanted to be picked up, we went to the Sandlake one. I've since learned some things about Walmart that make me not want to shop there, and I found Target much more pleasant anyway.

[SorcererMickey]

Target is our store :yes: . We just came back from there...

[katie]

Does Target do groceries, salads, vegetables, BBQ chicken & wedges etc.?

Katie :)

[Lizzy]

Does Target do groceries, salads, vegetables, BBQ chicken & wedges etc.?

Katie :)

Yep! Basically all the grocery type stuff Walmart does along with clothes, toys, DVDs, CDs etc. It's big by UK standards. There isn't a fabric or as large an electronics section as Walmart but the rest of the sections they lack aren't things the average Brit would be bothered with (tyres or guns anyone?!) Target is slightly more upmarket than Walmart therefore less crowded and it has a Starbucks inside =]

[katie]

Thanks Lizzy - I'll have to teke a look (don't know where I'm going to find the time). It was the Starbuck's which convinced me. I only have 1 coffee a day now so I know where I can get my fix. That's another question answered for me now - no need to ask where I'll find a Starbucks, although I know there is one at Premium Outlets.

Katie :)

[tb2830]

may i ask what is it about walmart that some people dont like ??????????

[ukwdwnut]

i would like to know that too, apart from the fact that its huge and takes ages to get round :lol: i luv em, you can get almost anything there :D

[tb2830]

mike i love the walmart that is near us........so im sure i will love them in florida too was just a bit :confused: why some people didnt like them ........

tracy

p.s by the way hubby managed to get the american hot rod dvds from hmv thou they only had one come in :)

[ukwdwnut]

you will tb they are monsters, the nearest one to me is bristol that i know about, and i live in essex :lol:

[Lizzy]

Thanks Lizzy - I'll have to teke a look (don't know where I'm going to find the time). It was the Starbuck's which convinced me. I only have 1 coffee a day now so I know where I can get my fix. That's another question answered for me now - no need to ask where I'll find a Starbucks, although I know there is one at Premium Outlets.

Katie :)
There is also one on I-drive, and in the Mall at Millennia =]

may i ask what is it about walmart that some people dont like ??????????
For me it's ethical reasons mostly:
http://www.1worldcommunication.org/Walmart.htm
But also I found Walmart very crowded and there was a lot of flies about whereas Target was much cleaner and more pleasant in general.

[katie]

Lizzie - thanks a lot for that - gives me more opportunities for coffee.

Katie :)

[Sweet_girl99]

ok so i was at walmart yesterday, and boy no one was happy!!! The people at the phot lab were not very friendly.

[tajainaz]

WalMart can be a bit controversial regarding their employment practices--some people don't like them.

Shop where you choose--it's American enterprise in action. I prefer WalMart for some items, Target for others, and K-Mart for still other items! And some things I purchase regularly aren't available at any of them! :lol:

[katie]

I must have led a sheltered life - I don't think I've heard of K-Mart. Is it similar to Walmart?

Katie :)

[ukwdwnut]

we have also been to k mart and publix too, of which the latter is very good IMO

[Melfuzz]

I cant believe I am excited at the prospect of going to Wal-Mart. The Americans must think us Brits are crazy.

[Madeye]

We shopped in Publix when we were there. We prefered it to Walmart. Not too sure why though. I think maybe Publix resembles an english supermarket more. I was shocked to find Walmart was kinda like a giant Aldi!

[OKWTink]

Publix carries a better quality of food than does Walmart, particularly with regard to meat and fish.

I'm not saying that I don't go to Walmart, but I do try to avoid it as much as possible. Many reason, some political, some social, others personal. :)

I shop at Whole Foods, Fresh Market, Publix and BJs for most of my food items. I like Target, loathe K-Mart (yes, its like a smaller version of Walmart) and as said, attempt to avoid Walmart as much as possible.

I'm really not much of a shopper, but must share this. If anyone is looking for ANY SORT of shoes or footwear while in the Millenia Mall area, go across the street to the DSW store! :yes:

Be prepared to be totally awed. :D

[tb2830]

im only planning on getting games,videos and snacks crisps pop etc from walmart........also do they still do the childrens levi's at walmart .........as they are definately something i want

[OKWTink]

You know what? You shop wherever you please! :yes: It's a free country, or so we like to say, eh? :)

I'm not sure about the levi's. Never noticed. I've looked at young children's clothing there (as in toddler size and smaller) but not for older kids. I'm sure someone else more familiar with their merchandise will know though.

[tb2830]

tink where is the nearest target for me i will be on internation drive ...........does target stock games etc

[ukwdwnut]

denise tends to prefer the quality of food at publix as well tink

[OKWTink]

I drive? I'd say the one across the road from Millenia Mall. Yes, they have games there. Actually they have a fairly nice electronics section too. I bought a little video camera (digital) for $67!!!!! It's a tiny little thing, and not all that elaborate, but hey, it works perfectly well for what I wanted it for. :yes:

[tb2830]

thanks tink:)

[JuniorMickey]

I'm with Tink. I perfer Target over Wal-Mart and do my grocery shopping at Publix. I love Whole Foods for lunch (they have a VERY yummy Lobster Bisque) and Fresh Market has awesome banana nut bread

[rainy]

I drive? I'd say the one across the road from Millenia Mall. Yes, they have games there. Actually they have a fairly nice electronics section too. I bought a little video camera (digital) for $67!!!!! It's a tiny little thing, and not all that elaborate, but hey, it works perfectly well for what I wanted it for. :yes:


Wow, $67 for a video camera, what a bargain.
Thats another shop to add to my list. :D

[tonyv]

Wow, $67 for a video camera, what a bargain.
Thats another shop to add to my list. :D


With Walmart
K-Mart
Target
Win-Dixie
Publix
The list is never ending. Will you find time for WDW.

[JuniorMickey]

If you're going to Publix, don't bother with Winn-Dixie. many are closing. There isn't one even near me anymore. You can easily give up K-Mart if you're going to Target and Wal-Mart.

[ukwdwnut]

With Walmart
K-Mart
Target
Win-Dixie
Publix
The list is never ending. Will you find time for WDW.

they'll find time tony :rolleyes: :rotfl: :rotfl:

[Sweet_girl99]

With Walmart
K-Mart
Target
Win-Dixie
Publix
The list is never ending. Will you find time for WDW.

:lol:

[rainy]

With Walmart
K-Mart
Target
Win-Dixie
Publix
The list is never ending. Will you find time for WDW.


I'm sure i'm not the only woman who likes to shop.
When there is so many bargains to be found i just can't help myself. :hehe:

[OKWTink]

Really, scratch Winn Dixie and Kmart off your list. They are so not worth the time. :nono: I honestly don't know how Kmart stays open. :rolleyes:

[tajainaz]

Unfortunately, 'Tink is right about most K-Mart stores. We're lucky to have a new one--all bright and shiny and well-stocked. It's another discount chain that has been around a long time, but hasn't managed to position itself well in the marketplace.

[katie]

Anyone know the locations of Whole Foods & is it a healthy food shop. Sounds interesting.

Katie :)

[tonyv]

If you're going to Publix, don't bother with Winn-Dixie. many are closing. There isn't one even near me anymore. You can easily give up K-Mart if you're going to Target and Wal-Mart.




Hi JM Whats happened to Winn Dixie they used to be every where. It looks as if they are on their way out.


Tony

[OKWTink]

Whole Foods is in Winter Park on Aloma.

Winn Dixie is falling victim to bad management. High prices, mediocre selection and lower quality food than Publix. Fairly poor service too.

[Johnie]

I personally hate K-Mart. It was my first job and I'll just say they don't treat their employees very well. They also are in bankruptcy and closed a boatload of stores.

Winn Dixue actually went out of business here earlier in the year. I was very surprised to see the one in Lake Buena Vista still open.

I love Wal-Mart and Target :)