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Next time you visit Orlando at Christmas why not take a trip across to St Augustine, the oldest city in Florida, which is steeped in history? However, at Christmas St Augustine is even more attractive as it sparkles with over two million bulbs. Each ... Viewed 6693 times.
They say that only mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday sun. That’s probably why golf courses around Florida offer such attractive rates during their low season (the hot summer months) to tempt the mad dogs and Englishmen to play. Obv... Viewed 6399 times.
The Creek Indians were the Native Americans who were so named by the first European settlers. Originally they were called Istrichata but after the first white settlers arrived, they re named themselves Muskogee. They lived in homes arranged a... Viewed 6692 times.
Fancy a day out away from the mouse! Then head down the I4 in the direction of Tampa and have a great day out at Fantasy of Flight. This park is an aviation themed attraction which shows the many achievements in flight that we have made over the year... Viewed 7383 times.
The most important part of the holiday – WHERE TO SEE THE CHARACTERS!! This is always at the forefront of most parent’s minds. All the videos give the impression that the characters are walking ar... Viewed 8470 times.
This fantastic theme park is Disney’s answer to Hollywood with its real life working film studio, there are TV productions being filmed here all the time. With its 12 storey hire Sorcerer Mickey hat at the centre of the park being the symbol of Disne... Viewed 7629 times.
After the parks and the sunshine (and maybe the shopping) one of the things that people enjoy most about a Florida holiday is the food. The restaurants are very reasonable and usually have a large menu that will please all members of the fam... Viewed 5863 times.
Deer Lake State Park is situated on the c. r 30 in Santa Rosa Beach in Florida's North West area. It is within the Seacrest and to the north are the walking trails through natural terrain and to the south are the beautiful beaches. It is cal... Viewed 7747 times.
We all know and love the state of Florida, but here are some facts you may not know: Florida was the 27th state to be admitted to the United States on March 3rd 1845. The state has 67 counties and covers 58, 560 square miles. Florida h... Viewed 7997 times.
Having started this passion at Magic Kingdom then moved on to Epcot our girls have now spent many happy hours searching for hidden Mickeys at Hollywood Studios. This list is some that they have already found and others I have been told abou... Viewed 8994 times.
Something rather unexpected and rather special happens each year in Orlando. From the beginning of November through to early January the spectacular winter attraction Ice! is held at one of Orlando’s largest hotels, the Gaylord Palms. Over tw... Viewed 6952 times.
Although our villa is only a few miles from Celebration it was several years before we went there as there always seemed to be so much more Disney and other Park visits to do. This we realised in hindsight was a mistake as Celebration town is a great... Viewed 6135 times.
I wanted to tell you all my opinions of this great theme park, what it has to offer and also my tips for getting round the park. Let’s start with Universal Studios. This park has been open since the 1970s and has grown and grown to be one o... Viewed 7830 times.
Anyone who knows us will know that our all time favourite place for breakfast is the Market St Cafe in Celebration, but finding ourselves planning to travel West on the I4, our usual haunt was in the wrong direction from our home in the Championsgate... Viewed 7650 times.
DISNEYS WINDOWS part6 ROB MATHEISON A former Walt Disney World Resort executive vice president, Parks, Bob Matheison started at Disneyland Park in 1960 as a sound coordinator, teaching Jungle Cruise guides to talk into m... Viewed 5796 times.
We took this behind-the-scenes experience for guests a couple of years ago. It is great for anyone interested in learning more about the dolphins and research at The Living Seas, as well as those wanting to know more about dolphin counterparts in the... Viewed 8917 times.
Silver Springs have some news about what they have planned for 2012. If you have not been to Silver Springs before I will first give you the bad news; it is not that close to your holiday villa. If you are used to getting to your chosen t... Viewed 6124 times.
The Atlantic coastline is one of the most attractive in Florida, with long stretches of sandy beaches, with silvery sand, and blue seas that can be ideal for surfing, superb for sunbathing, or great for just paddling. However, if you want to ... Viewed 7052 times.
Have you ever considered buying a villa in Florida with a view to renting it out to friends, relatives and other people, not to mention for your own use? It has many pro’s and cons. First of all, let me dispel what most realtors will tell you... Viewed 9265 times.
The State Parks department call Camp Helen their hidden gem and truly it is. Imagine gently rocking in a rocking chair while admiring Lake Helen. Or combing the beach for treasures. Or maybe you feel energetic enough to try the nature trail, whatever... Viewed 8253 times.
Driving in Florida is a lot simpler and more enjoyable than driving in the UK. Most rental cars will be automatics. The handbrake may also be different and take some getting used to. The car must be “ Park” position in order to remove the key or... Viewed 7584 times.
2006:- February New Year family decision to be made; put a lump sum into a pension fund or invest in an overseas property? Er hello! For me, it’s like choosing between a date with George Clooney or Gordon Brown! ! It’s a no-brain... Viewed 8987 times.
If you are looking for somewhere for lunch that does not include burgers, pizzas, chicken nuggets or fries, then Panera Bread is the place for you. There are a good few of them opening up now all over Orlando and the surrounding areas. They have wi-f... Viewed 7064 times.
Cinderella’s Golden Carousel is the centrepiece of Fantasyland in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. It was actually built in 1917 by Italian woodcarvers for Detroit Palace Garden Park. In 1928 it was taken to Philadelphia to be renovated and... Viewed 8391 times.
The “Ice” spectacular at Gaylord Palms features a real Winter Wonderland for all ages. Everything has been created out of ice (two million pounds of it, if you read the literature provided). So, if you thought that Florida was just sunshine, palm ... Viewed 4372 times.
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