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Dining at the Mall at Millenia
If you spend the day at the Mall at Millenia you will be able to enjoy some wonderful food. On the top floor is the Orangerie. This is a food court wi
Mount Dora – A Charming Alternative to visit
Our house, in Lake County, is just half an hour from Mount Dora, a beautiful, historical lakefront town. It’s become renowned for its antiques, craft
Webster Farmers' Market
We had heard about this a few years ago but had never actually got to visit it. Well, on our last visit we finally made it. From our home in Clermont
Merritt Island – More than NASA
The area from New Smyrna Beach down to just south of Vero Beach is known now as ‘The Space Coast’ due to the domination of the incredible Kennedy Spac
Lakeridge Winery (6)
Most visitors to Orlando come for the various theme parks – Mickey Mouse has been the major tourist attraction for many years.However – if you want to
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
Shopping in West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach is a delightful place to visit, with its impeccably maintained avenues, soaring palm tree lined boulevards, sophisticated museums and
Our 4th July Celebrations. Pt 1
This was the second time we had been in the US for Independence Day celebrations. On the previous occasion, having visited Boston just a few days earl
Hidden Mickeys – Animal Kingdom
A “Hidden Mickey” can be found just about anywhere on Walt Disney World property, in the theme parks, the resort hotels and the golf courses. Below is
Bibbidi Bobbiddi Boutique at Disney, Orlando
I bet even the oldest of us ladies has, at some time, had a sneaking desire to be a princess. Well, if you now have little girls whose only wish is to
Air-boat Adventures in Orlando.
Air Boat Adventures in Orlando. At the very end of Poinciana Boulevard, a long way past Horse World is The Boggy Creek Airboat rides location.
Tin City - Naples, Florida
On a recent trip to Orlando and then on to the Gulf Coast we headed for one of our favourite locations and that is Naples. Being quite an affluent cit
KMart versus Target.
It is a shame about the current state of K Mart. This was one of the few stores around when we visited 30 years ago but they look shabby and unloved t
Fishing on the Gulf Coast
Being a villa owner and having been to Florida a considerable number of times, we are always looking for different things to do. We would agree that i
Camilles Sidewalk Cafe
Situated on the new Posner Park retail centre on highway 27 at the junction with the I4 Camilles is a great place for breakfast or lunch. Serving heal
Tallinn: Old Town in Depth - Part 16
After the viewpoint, you descend to the lower town. Go out and left down Kohtu, past the Finnish Embassy (on your left). Back at the Dome Church, th
Extras to be enjoyed in Orlando
What else can be enjoyed in Orlando apart from theme parks? The answer to that question is simply, so much. Culture and Heritage. Apart from many mu
Hints for First Time British Visitors
Once you have booked your flights and villa you need to make sure that you will be able to travel and so you will need to sort out your visa. Most hol
Dine out at Carrabbas
One of the most popular restaurants in the Orlando area is Carrabbas. We stumbled on it by chance a few years ago. We had driven past the Carrabbas at
Character breakfasts.
A couple of my recent guests have expressed surprise that Universal offer a character breakfast; well they do! This is held in the Cafe La Bamba f
Surviving a long haul flight
You’ve booked your holiday of a lifetime to Florida and have probably spent months in anticipation. What you may not be looking forward to with glee i
Buying Disney Souvenirs
If you have children and even if you don’t, no visit to Disney is complete without a few souvenirs of a truly magical experience. From cuddly characte
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 23
NUEVO VALLARTA and FLAMINGOS zones If you travel across the Jalisco state line into the neighbouring state of Nayarit you will be following a well-
Germany: Lake Constance
Known as the Bodensee in German, Lake Constance is one of Europe’s most beautiful lakes. To the South are the snow-tipped Swiss Alps, on the North sid
The Mennello Museum of Modern Art
The Mennello Museum of Modern Art is situated in Orlando in a stunning location right on a lake in Lock Haven Park. THe cornerstone of this museum is