Stay on track with your New Year’s resolutions in Orlando

These local picks offer ways to save money, stay active, and spend more time with the people who matter most.

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Consider this an Orlandoan’s guide to New Year’s resolutions.

Photo via @citybeautiful

According to WalletHub, Orlando ranks No. 6 on its list of best cities for keeping New Year’s resolutions. Challenge accepted.

Still thinking about goals for the year, even if formal resolutions aren’t your thing? We’re taking a look at some of the most common ones and offering a few local tips to help stay on track.

Spend less money

Plans don’t have to come with a price tag — Orlando has many no-cost activities around town. When it’s time to eat, there are plenty of local restaurants where $15 goes a long way.

Strengthen friendships

Spending more time with friends usually starts with putting something on the calendar. That could mean meeting up for brunch or coffee, taking your pups to a pet-friendly spot, or trying a new restaurant together.

Stay active

Orlando is full of ways to keep moving, and this list of city fitness centers covers everything from weightlifting and golf leagues to fencing lessons and sports courts. Other options include local parks and hiking trails that make it easy to move at your own pace.

Spend more time with family

These 20+ kid-friendly spots around town offer something for Orlandoans of all ages. You can also keep an eye on our events calendar to track major events, many of which are family-friendly.

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