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Christmas and New Year in Florida

Picture a traditional Christmas and New Year at home - turkey and Christmas pudding, the decorated Christmas tree, presents, cards, the family gatherings and if you are lucky the cold crispy mornings. Then try and picture what it might be like to ...
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Congo River Adventure Golf - 192 Kissimmee

Since playing our first crazy golf course in Florida and enjoying ourselves, our family try to find a different course on each visit. This time it we visited’ The Congo River Adventure Golf’. I have to say from the road it has very pretty scenery set...
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What to do with different age children at Universal Studios - part 2

On your second Day, start at Universal Studios and again split up and meet at lunch time to swap over. But first, both children will love Shrek the 4D movie. (So will the adults). Our toddler squealed with delight when the seats moved when Shrek and ...
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Two centre stay options

When looking to book a stay in Florida a lot of people do not realise that Florida it is a great location to journey further afield or maybe use the base as part of a two centre holiday. For many years we have been to Florida and also used the locati...
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St Petersburg: A History

In the 19th century, a gentleman called General John Williams acquired 2500 acres of land in the south east part of (what we now know as) Pinellas County. John had a vision to create a beautiful place to live and play with wide sunny streets to add t...
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Cracker Barrel US27

My wife is very keen on visiting Cracker Barrel each time that we are in Florida, for the arty stuff in the shop part, she spends hours looking around the place, I’m happy to sit in one of the rocking chairs outside and wait for her, so last time tha...
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Miami Duck Tours

When I first saw the name ‘Miami Duck Tours’ my first thought was that it was some kind of trip for birdwatchers or maybe even an experience similar to that of visiting the Peabody Hotel on International Drive, Orlando, to see their world famous duck...
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Market Place Downtown Disney - Part 2

When you have exhausted the shopping, it may be time for lunch. There are many novelty restaurants in Market Place. One I mentioned in Part 1 of this article is the Earl of Sandwich. As the name suggests they sell sandwiches (and salads) but these ar...
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McDonalds in Orlando with a Key West Theme

Key West in Orlando? And at McDonalds? Yes, really, you can step onto Duval Street, and find yourself in a little bit of Key West without having to face the 300 mile drive down to the Keys. How did we find it, you may ask? Well, quite by chan...
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Timucuans

The Native Americans were the most important part of Floridas history and here is a little about the Timucuan Indians who lived from approximately 3000 years ago to as recently as the 18th century. They were settled mainly in the northern are...
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ICE 2010

Each year Gaylord Palms Hotel and Convention Centre hosts “ICE” as part of their Christmas programme and it is really worth seeing. This is the second time that we have been and most of the display was completely new to us so it was well worth it. Viewed 7348 times.

Toon Lagoon at Universal studios

Toon Lagoon! Well this is an area dominated by water rides I think that there is a clue in the name, another clue would be the signs that are dotted around the area saying ' You WILL get Wet! ! ' When you venture into the Toon Lagoon area you...
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Historic Bok Santuary - Gardens – BellTower – Estate

The Historic Bok Sanctuary with its magnificent Tower and gardens is one of Polk Counties best kept secrets. Having visited the Orlando area over 18 times this is the first time we had heard of this place! The sanctuary is situated on one of ...
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Epcot – a park for all Seasons

Epcot is our favourite ‘theme park’, although admittedly more for the ambience than the rides. Yes, you have Test Track and Mission Space for the thrill seekers and Soarin’, Ellen’s Energy Adventures and Living With the Land for the more ‘laid back’ ...
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Arrivals at Orlando International Airport

When you are planning your trip you need seats on the aircraft near the front to try to be at the front of the queues at Immigration. Do take time and care filling in the immigration forms as if you have made a mistake you will be returned to the que...
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Finding Nemo - The Musical

This show opened mid November 2006 and we were lucky enough to go and see it during our visit in December. The day we visited Animal Kingdom opened at 9. 00am and there were performances at 10am, 11:30am, 12:45pm, 3pm. My daughter liked it so...
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OVERNIGHT TRIPS FROM ORLANDO (GULF COAST)

So are you looking to escape the buzz for a day or two, and want to venture a little further than Clearwater Beach on the Gulf Coast or the Atlantic coast resorts like Daytona Beach for more than just a day trip? There are endless possibiliti...
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Planning your trip to Florida

Planning your trip to Florida if you have never been before, may at first feel a little daunting. Apart from the obvious sun clothes and swimsuits do remember to pack some very comfortable shoes – you will be doing a great deal of walking. Also, don’...
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It’s a Small World – Magic Kingdom

It’s a Small World is one of those rides that you either love or hate and we love it! It was one of the first attractions we went on when we visited Disney World for the first time back in 1990. I think that is the reason why we love it so much, beca...
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DENNY’S FAMILY DINER

Looking for a cheap but cheerful way to feed the family? Then why not head for your local Denny’s restaurant. Denny’s is a chain of no nonsense diner style restaurants and you are never too far away from one. WWW.DENNYS.COM will advise you where the ...
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Useful Things to Pack - Part 2

Here are some more useful things to fill up your bags! Personal Hygiene products as they can differ slightly from the UK. Any baby or child products you use on them. Swimwear for the whole family. Glass...
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Fort Myers Area

This famous Florida city carries the name of General Abraham Charles Myers, a distinguished officer in the United States Army. The city was developed in the later years of the 19th Century, and is now a popular destination in South West Florida. Fame...
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Step aboard The Great Movie Ride

The Great Movie ride can be found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and is located inside Disney’s recreation of the famous Hollywood landmark, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. This 1989 attraction covers over 95, 000 square feet and can be found at the end of...
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Siesta Key Beach on the Gulf of Mexico

Looking for that picture perfect beach. White sand, aqua blue waters and tropical palapas scattered across the beach side? Well, you are only two hours away from sitting in the "postcard picture" that brought y...
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Lights, Motors, Action! at Hollywood Studios

Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show We always enjoy spending Christmas in our beautiful villa in Orlando, but this year we had something new to look forward to when we visited the Disney parks. The new ‘extreme’ stunt show, ‘Lig...
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