Central Florida get together?

[Copasetic]

Just read the very interesting thread about experiences at the boutique at the Mall at Millenia in Orlando.
I was surprised at the number of posters who appear to be in the surrounding area.
Years ago there would be regular postings about get togethers. Haven’t seen any for awhile. Is there any interest in one in the Orlando area?

[travisb]

I'd make the drive if something was put together. I'm in the Tampa Bay area

[SpeakWithMichael]

Jacksonville here. Orlando is a good meetup spot for mostly everyone in FL except those in the panhandle. I'd be interested.

[edyu]

Originally Posted by Copasetic

Just read the very interesting thread about experiences at the boutique at the Mall at Millenia in Orlando.
I was surprised at the number of posters who appear to be in the surrounding area.
Years ago there would be regular postings about get togethers. Haven’t seen any for awhile. Is there any interest in one in the Orlando area?

I'm not in the area but years ago I was able to join a gathering in Brooklyn when I was there for a conference. Nowadays, a watch gathering can be unsafe especially when it's broadcast in a public forum so I can understand the reservation. I hope there is a better way for people to meet and gather without worrying about a robber coming in the meetup.

[Maleg]

Originally Posted by edyu

I'm not in the area but years ago I was able to join a gathering in Brooklyn when I was there for a conference. Nowadays, a watch gathering can be unsafe especially when it's broadcast in a public forum so I can understand the reservation. I hope there is a better way for people to meet and gather without worrying about a robber coming in the meetup.

Meeting at a public house is usually good. A few beers and some bar food always go well with watches and watch talk. It would be the rare robber that will consider a popular local bar or eatery as an easy target.

[Steele]

There is a quarterly meet up put on by a guy named Arron the group is called “Orlando Watch Group” I just went to the one they had at Porsche last Thursday. David SW was there with some displays. About 100-150ppl total it was really great crowd.

Next one I think is Feb 2nd.

[alonsoNPB]

I’m in Wellington (outside of West Palm Beach), I’d be interested if this happens again or is someone can PM me the info. I’ve been posting in some facebook groups about any things down in South Florida but its been crickets.

[Copasetic]

I haven’t checked this thread for awhile. I’m up north for the summer but would still be very interested in a get together or attending the Orlando Watch Group if anyone knows their schedule.

[Mark]

I'd make a trip to Orlando.

[Andy0331]

I'm game for Orlando/Tampa. Will be traveling mid July-Mid Aug, but generally available.

[Avionics86]

Live in St Cloud and just retired, I'm in.

[reputableera]

Hopefully this comes together

[enjoythemusic]

Friendly heads up... The new, larger Mayors in Sarasota is opening tomorrow (Friday). i'll be there around noon.

The Mall at University Town Center
140 University Town Center Dr
Sarasota, FL 34243

[Art 1]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Friendly heads up... The new, larger Mayors in Sarasota is opening tomorrow (Friday). i'll be there around noon.

The Mall at University Town Center
140 University Town Center Dr
Sarasota, FL 34243

Missed you by about 5 days. Have fun!!

[enjoythemusic]

Awww, we were soooo close

[enjoythemusic]

New Mayors UTC Mall... great new location, lovely inside, but is less than half the size i expected. Tiny store, with Rolex section being a Master Class in space efficiency and optimization. Well lit, clean visuals.

UTC area DESPERATELY needs a proper high-end luxury mall, with the appropriate space and layout for various LVMH brands, Richemont brands, WoS (dump Mayos name for WoS and bring in 3x more brands), Frette, La Pearla, Balenciaga, Hermes, etc. There is sooo much money in this area, a lost opportunity by UTC land owners if you ask me.

My buddy who sells high-end audio here flies his Cirrus jet a lot, he's making private jet income and living large. Even a guy named Cleetus has plane and helicopter money... and a few cars.

Ah well................. UTC is losing out due to a lack of proper dedicated luxury shopping experience environment. Just think what it'll be like as LWR doubles in size.

jmho

[Art 1]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

New Mayors UTC Mall... great new location, lovely inside, but is less than half the size i expected. Tiny store, with Rolex section being a Master Class in space efficiency and optimization. Well lit, clean visuals.

UTC area DESPERATELY needs a proper high-end luxury mall, with the appropriate space and layout for various LVMH brands, Richemont brands, WoS (dump Mayos name for WoS and bring in 3x more brands), Frette, La Pearla, Balenciaga, Hermes, etc. There is sooo much money in this area, a lost opportunity by UTC land owners if you ask me.

My buddy who sells high-end audio here flies his Cirrus jet a lot, he's making private jet income and living large. Even a guy named Cleetus has plane and helicopter money... and a few cars.

Ah well................. UTC is losing out due to a lack of proper dedicated luxury shopping experience environment. Just think what it'll be like as LWR doubles in size.

jmho

Never much cared for that mall.

The Tudor boutique at the Mall at Millenia is very small as well.