Random Florida Guide articles
Riding the Wave in Orlando – Yes! Surfing!
Ever wondered what it felt like to surf but never had the courage to try it? Or perhaps you haven’t wanted to compete with the athletic surfers usuall
Fun in the Sun
What do you want from a holiday, sun, yes, entertainment, yes, relaxation, yes, good food, yes, so where can you find all of these in abundance. Well
New methods of monitoring the health of gorillas at Disney
Animal Kingdom is home to a huge variety of animals and birds, so it is only to be expected that, from time to time, their health will need to be moni
Organic and health food stores in Orlando
Wholefood and health food stores can be found in Orlando! I thought it would be a good idea and useful for those visiting Orlando to share our knowled
Mickey Mouse House - Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom is one of the most popular parks in Florida. The Magic of Disney is one of the main attractions why many people come back year after yea
Poseidon’s Fury At Universal IOA
As you wind your way around the Islands of Adventure at Universal Studios you will come across a hidden gem ( tucked away behind the talking tree that
Celebrating Christmas in Florida Part 3 – The Christmas Tree
One of the most traditional aspects of Christmas is the Christmas tree, and we did wonder when we first visited our beautiful home at Christmas what w
Vero Beach
The first year we went to Florida we stayed for one week at Palm Beach. Whilst there we went to the Vero Beach area for the day as it was not too far
Special Dietary Requirements
When you have special dietary requirements, travelling can become very daunting. No access to supermarkets you know and the thought of eating out in r
ST ANDREW STATE PARK
St Andrews State Park is located in Panama City, 3 miles east of the highway 392. This is one of the older State Parks having been run by them for mor
Shops and Eateries at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport Part 1
On a recent trip to our villa in Orlando we flew back to the UK from Fort Lauderdale International Airport with US Airways. The airport is pleasant, n
An Introduction to Legends Golf and Country Club
If you are a keen golfer I can think of no better place to play a round of golf than Florida. With so many courses from which to choose and, of course
Thailand - Part 1
It’s the first stop on almost every Thai trip, the charismatic but frenetic capital, hotel prices drop significantly in July, August and September, an
Child Swap
No, sorry to disappoint you, although at times you may want to this doesn’t mean you can trade your tired, hot and naughty child for a very well behav
Fort Island Gulf Beach - A hidden gem.
If you find yourself in the Crystal River area with time on your hands then I can strongly recommend a trip to Fort Island Gulf Beach. Situated where
Toon Lagoon at Islands of Adventure
At Islands of Adventures Toon Lagoon, there are more than 150 cartoon characters that inhabit this colourful part of the park. As you stroll down Comi
Shoping in Florida
Shopping in Florida is a definite must even though just lately the dollar to pound is not as good as before bargains are still to be has at much bette
Two Countries Separated By A Single Language
Something as simple as asking for “loo” in America is not as easy as it sounds. For instance, if you do get “caught short” you will need to ask for th
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
I would like to tell you about our visit to Cirque Du Soleil. We decided to go to Down Town Diney one evening and on the spur of the moment we decid
Essential Reading
Hidden Mickeys – a field guide to Walt Disneyworld’s best kept secrets. Hidden Mickeys started out as a little bit of fun among the Disney Imagineers
Our Last Visit to Islands of Adenture Part 2
After enjoying chicken and fries at the Fire Eaters Grill the adults in our party went over to look at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. This attra
Splash Mountain, Magic Kingdom, Orlando
Splash Mountain is located in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Even before you actually see the ride you will hear the delighted screams of the ride
Come Fly With Me!
Ever fancied seeing Disney’s Theme Parks from a different angle? If this sounds like your sort of adventure, you can have a bird’s eye view of Magic K
Shops and Restaurants at Premium Outlets Part 4
Our favourite amongst the stalls around the malls is the one that sells Wind Spinners we visit it on every holiday and either bring home a spinner for
Downtown Disney West Side
Orlando is a mecca for shopping and dining but there is one place that has it all –sprinkled with some Disney magic pixie dust. That place is Downtown