We are considering visiting Orlando from December 15-19. We will not be visiting any of the parks. Instead we have decided to focus on things we've never done. For example, when we've stayed on Disney property, we've only stayed at a value. We would like to visit some of the other resorts.

We also plan to spend time eating at a few resort restaurants we never get to visit on a "normal" visit. DTD and Citywalk are on the agenda as well as Cirque Soleil.

We plan on staying on International Drive so I assume there are things to do there as well.

So.... is this a bad idea? Is there enough to do without visiting the parks? What resorts should we visit for Christmas decorations or other unique things we should see? Any suggestions on things to do on International Drive?