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The Conversion of a Florida Holiday Sceptic

Paul was not keen on driving from the airport on arrival and although we offered to pick them up he arranged for a driver and for the car to be delivered to the villa. When they arrived, the driver, who we knew, commented that he had ...
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Beauty in the parks.

In our hurry to rush around the theme parks, trying to get everything done in one day, we often miss out on the beauty in the parks. Being very lucky owners of a villa in Orlando, all our holidays are spent in Florida so there is never any rush and w...
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Outback Steakhouse

A friend of mine had just arrived from Scotland and was staying with us for two weeks. To keep him out of mischief, I gave him the computer to play with and brought up the Orlando Guide Dining page on VillasFlorida. com. After he had perused for twen...
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Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel is half store and half restaurant. The theming starts before you get in with a covered verandah with rocking chairs outside. These come in different sizes and colours and are for sale. If your budget is running down and you wan...
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Windley Key Fossil Reef: A history

Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park is situated quite close to Islamorada at m. m. 85. 5 on Windley Key. The rubbish tips known as middens reveal that this area was occupied by various Native American groups in times gone by. Viewed 6763 times.

PERFECT AMERICAN PANCAKES

If you holiday in Florida you will be sure to have had American pancakes for breakfast. They are really easy to make and are a special breakfast for family and friends. INGREDIENTS Scant five ounces of milk Two teaspoons ...
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DOWNTOWN ORLANDO

Think of Orlando and in many peoples vision it throws up images of Mickey Mouse and the gang plus the many theme parks and chain restaurants that are on every corner…. almost. But if you choose to venture away from the usual haunts there are many oth...
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WORLD SHOWCASE – GERMANY

Where can you visit eleven countries in one day? At World Showcase, Epcot, Orlando, Florida of course! World Showcase at Epcot is situated around the shores of the 40 acre World Showcase lagoon, which is on the other side of Future World. It’s a fasc...
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Shopping with a difference

Besides all the usual shops in Orlando like Walmart, the malls, designer outlets and others there are a few really good ones that are worth a visit because of their originality. One such shop is called “ Global Imports “ it is found on the Sandlake...
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Fantasmic Dining Experience

If you are planning to see Fantasmic at the end of your day at the Parks you may want to take advantage of the Fantasmic! Dining Experience. You are allowed to book the package up to 180 days in advance. This package includes dinner at one of...
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Tips when visiting Universal

I thought you may like a couple of general tips that apply to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure which could be of help and interest to you before you actually ‘try the parks’. Universal Orlando makes a special effort for its dis...
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Rainy Days at Downtown Disney

Although it is unusual there can be rainy days at Disney but they need not spoil your enjoyment. If rain is forecast we tend to plan ahead and initially enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the villa rather than the usual dash to get to the Parks as early ...
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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 its very exiting going to all the theme parks but as many regular Florida visitors will tell you, the...
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Candlelight Processional at Epcot

This event takes place every year in the America Gardens Theatre in World Showcase at Epcot. This is an outdoor event and it is best to be prepared for the weather. It starts in late November and goes through December and although the weather can sti...
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BJ's Brewhouse

We have discovered BJ' s Brewhouse at The Loop but have yet to try their second location in Orlando at The Mall of Millenia. BJ' s is a restaurant with a sports bar feel, that also brews it' s own beer. Despite it' s alcoholic sounding title it is su...
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Bongo's Cuban Cafe

Bongos Cuban Café is a blend of authentic Cuban cuisine with the culture of old Havana, with a bit of South Beach glamour. The two story pineapple design fills the skyline of Downtown Disney. No detail was spared by the designer from the dazz...
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Flying In-Direct to Orlando

After worrying about flying with BMI for the first time I thought I’ d let you share my experience. We booked the flights to Orlando via Chicago. We took our seats on the plane and found them very comfortable, the seat pitch was OK. The...
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Hooters Restaurant

If you fancy a pitcher of beer or sangria and do not want to wait ages for your food, then Hooters is worth a visit. There are a few dotted around Orlando and you can’t mistake them as the logo is in Orange – there’s is a nice one at Lake Buena Vista...
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Night Time at the Parks - Part 2

Disney’s Hollywood Studios After dark, there is s magnificent laser show called Fantasmic. This is set in a vast arena with plenty of seating. A mountain has been built with a moat around it and at the beginning Micky Mouse appears dre...
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Sleuth's Mystery Dinner Show

As a family of four with 2 teenagers, Abi 15 and James 14, it is sometimes difficult to do something that appeals to both of them! Well the Sleuths Mystery Dinner show certainly did the trick. The whole experience was very entertaining - the kids lov...
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Universal City Walk

Situated at the approach to the Universal Parks this is a great place that is really jumping in the evenings. You make your way from the car park, along the moving walkways, towards City Walk. There is a whole range of shops and restaurants aw...
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Skyway Fishing Pier State Park

One could be forgiven for asking where this is, and what is its significance. . . well this is the only State Park I know that is man-made and full of concrete. Still none the wiser? ? In that case I will attempt to explain. We came across th...
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See a Different side to SeaWorld

There are numerous other attractions at SeaWorld, Orlando apart from the animal shows and the thrill rides. All of these are certainly worth a visit if you intend to spend the whole day at the park. The Oyster’s Secret Guests ar...
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Tips for your First Night in Orlando

Visitors from the UK usually arrive in Orlando anytime between 3.00pm and Midnight. When we first started staying in a villa a late arrival meant there was only just time to pick up milk, water and biscuits (the first morning nearly always includes a...
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The Mall at Millenia

The newest and most stunning mall of all, the Mall at Millenia is one of our favourites – even if we can only ‘window shop’! It is spacious and sparkling, with huge areas of glass, marble and palm trees. Whilst it is not an outlet, so prices...
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