Random Florida Guide articles
Transforming Fantasyland part 1
For the past couple of years Fantasyland has been undergoing an amazing transformation which will not be completely finished until 2014. When it is fi
Stump Beach Pass
Stump Beach Pass State Park is situated in Charlotte County on the south end of Manasota Key. This park encompasses 245 acres and became a State Park
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
As with all of the Disney hotels the Animal Kingdom Lodge welcomes visitors even if they are not guests. When you first see the hotel from th
Islands of Adventure - Universal Orlando
Islands of Adventure at Universal, Orlando is in my view the best park in Florida. It was built in 1999 right next door to Universal Studios to cater
Marrakech: An overview - Part 18
Ancient and Modern Architecture and styles – continued Carved woodwork has long been a tradition in this part of the world. While some of the same
The Boulevards of Disneys Hollywood Studios
America' s fourth most-visited theme park with almost ten million visitors annually originally opened on 1st May 1989 as Disney-MGM Studios, represent
Downtown Disney-12
Downtown Disney isn't a theme park but is well worth a visit. Set round a lake, it consists of 3 areas, Disney Marketplace, Disney West Side, and the
Planning the ‘perfect’ Florida holiday.
Unfortunately you can’t. End of article? Well not quite. There is no such thing as a ‘perfect’ Florida holiday – every family will look for different
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
On our recent February visit to Florida we took the opportunity to revisit Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. We had been here many years ago wh
Aviles Street St Augustine
The first time we visited St Augustine we thought if we left Orlando early one morning and had an overnight stay we would have more than enough time t
One of my Favourite Rides in Universal Studio
I sat down at my desk today and thought “ what is the best show or ride in Universal studios” at first writing such an articles seems easy but then I
A few tips for surviving Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.
Some sensible shoes are the most important aspect of surviving a day at Disney World, as is a good sun block and a hat of some kind. You will spend mo
Honeymoon Island
Honeymoon Island State Park, Florida Whilst staying in a villa at New Port Richey, on the Gulf Coast in Florida, we went out driving to explore the
Madeira Beach
If you would like a day at the beach within a reasonable driving distance from Orlando why not go to Madeira Beach. This beach is on Florida’s Gulf Co
Oman: An overview - Part 2
Heading out of the city, Oman has a vast coastline that stretches for over 3, 000km with a combination of tropical bays, golden sands and towering cli
Wal-Mart at 2am
If you are like us, the first night that you get to your villa you will be absolutely shattered, after all, to your body 9pm is actually 2am the follo
Dine at Café d’Antonio in Celebration
There are many places to dine out in the Orlando area, most of which are in the style of American diners. These are great for everyday dining, but som
What to Pack in your Hand Luggage
We are off to our villa shortly and my mind has had to focus on what and where to pack for the holidays. First priority has to be what to put in h
Sea World Revisited
We have made many visits to Sea World, but it had been awhile. I hadn’t realized how long until my youngest (he’s 12) made the comment recently that h
Universal Studios, Orlando
Let's face it - the Mouse is attracting you to Florida, but he doesn't have to monopolise you for your entire visit. When you
Crescent Lakes Community
Crescent Lakes is ideally situated for your Florida stay as it’s within 15 mins of the Disney area but offers peace, quiet and is a great place to ret
Information and Tips for Visiting Seaworld
Be sure to note the location of you car in the car park before you enter the Park. This is often hard to remember at the end of a long day we usually
Central Florida Zoo.
Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens is located in Sanford on North West Highway. This will be about an hour from your holiday villa in The Parks
Chilis
Over the past few months there has been a big transformation within Championsgate. Since we last visited there has been a CHILIS restaurant built just
T Minus 10
I don’t know about you but ever since I was a small child I have always watched the launches from Cape Canaveral and vowed one day to be there to witn