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SpectroMagic Parade at Magic Kingdom
Disney are currently running several different parades - there's the Dreams Come True Parade in the afternoon at Magic Kingdom, Mickey's Jammin' Jungl
We're staying in a villa, where shall we eat?
When it comes to dining out in and around the Disney area you will not be disappointed. There are literally hundreds of restaurants in the area to sat
Paul’s Florida diary day 4 pm
Paul’s Florida diary day 4 pm We decided to have a little lunch around 3pm and afterwards decided that it had been so hot in the day that we would
The Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights
The brilliant Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights is displayed annually at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in the ‘Streets of America’ area from Thanksgivin
Raglan Road - Irish Pub And Restaurant
It’s coming up towards the later part of our holiday now and we have been joined for a couple of days by our relatives who live close to Tampa. They h
Ice at Gaylord Palms
Every Christmas time for the last few years there has been a spectacular event held at Gaylord Palms, called Ice. This features spectacular ice sculpt
A Return to Highlands Reserve Golf Course
A Return to Highlands Reserve Championship Golf Club It’s been about three years since I have played this course but I was itching to get back! On
Strawberry Festival
For a nice alternative to a day at one of the famous Orlando attraction, a visit to the annual Strawberry festival in Plant City is a must. This y
Universal IOA Part Two
After you have visited “Marvel Super Hero Island” and “Toon Lagoon” you reach “Jurassic Park”, a land filled with dinosaurs and adventure! Here you wi
Manny's Chophouse (6)
If you’re looking for simple great food then Manny’s Chop house is a must. Situated south on highway 27. Just on the right hand side passed the juncti
Charlotte Harbour on the Cape Haze Peninsular.
Charlotte County is home to two freshwater rivers, the Myakka River and Peace River both of which flow into Charlotte Harbour and Lemon Bay and on int
Shopping for bargains in Florida Mall - Part 2
After I return from putting my first batch of shopping in the car, I head for Dillards. I generally head off to the Gents Department, where I can find
Cruising - Going on a Maiden Voyage
For those of us who enjoy cruising, the prospect of being on an inaugural cruise or maiden voyage is very exciting. To cruise on a brand new ship, to
Sea World - Best Day Out
I love this place, when we go here it is one the most relaxing days I have when on holiday in Orlando. The best attraction within the park, are withou
Andretti Thrill Park
The Andretti Thrill Park is a real boys day out and a good opportunity for the girls to go shopping while their menfolk are looking the other way! ! !
Niagara Falls - Part 2
You can get a different perspective if you decide to take a different view of the area via the ‘Journey behind the Falls’ tour. A lift at the brink of
Troyers Dutch Heritage
How many times have you eaten out in Florida? dozens? hundreds? thousands. Think you have tried everywhere? Well maybe not. Have you eaten Amish style
Legoland....a preview.
We have been hearing for so long about the opening of a new Legoland in Florida that I am somewhat surpised to tell you that it will be opening next y
Olde Englewood Village - part two
Olde Englewood Village – part 2Following on from the early arrivals in Englewood the year of 1923 was extremely important. This was the year that star
Collecting Quarters
You may wonder what the title means, particularly if you have yet to visit Orlando, Florida. Why on earth would anyone want to collect quarter coins y
Miami - Home of the Rich and Famous
Although we love the fun and excitement of Orlando, and especially being at our villa, we often fly into Miami, and try to fit in a couple of days in
Sweet Tomatoes at Rolling Oaks Common
Guests who had stayed at our villa have long been great fans of Sweet Tomato restaurants but we had never been to one until the latest branch opened i
Bock the Manatee
Manatees are wonderful, gentle creatures, often called sea cows, which inhabit the waters around Florida. If you are fortunate enough to visit Orlando
E.T. Adventure at Universal Studios
The E. T. Adventure has always been one of my favourite rides in Universal Studios in Florida. The very first time we visited it with our young childr
An owners 'holiday'part 2.
So now it is day two of our holiday and time to really get cracking. Chores are pretty much divided in our family; Dad does the Do it Yourself c