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Gulf Coast Beaches close to Orlando
Florida is renowned for having some of the best beaches in the USA. Many are beautiful, with soft white sand, easily accessible and with good faciliti
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 initial
Logan' Roadhouse
For a great family meal, with a ‘Western’ atmosphere and with something to please everyone Logan’s Roadhouse on Hwg 192 is a restaurant that is always
Kennedy Space Center
It takes about an hour to get to Kennedy Space Center from the Davenport villas but it is an easy drive and it is well worth the journey.It would prob
Salute Restaurant, Key West - Part 1
The centre of Key West and the Duval St area is saturated with restaurants which cater for every palate and budget. If, however, you are spending a da
Moscow - Part 1
My visit to Moscow was made easier by being a pilot and already having the necessary documents I needed to visit Russia. My partner had a less easy ex
Sebastion Inlet Park
Sebastion Inlet Park is located at Melbourne Beach on the A1A. The first known humans to inhabit the area were the Paleo Hunters. Later, the Native Am
The State Nicknames Part 15 – New Mexico
Our fascination with the state number plates developed early during our first visit to Florida, when our children first noticed that cars had differen
Key Lime Pie
Key Lime Pie – Interesting facts and a recipeEverywhere you go in Florida you will see Key Lime Pie on the menu. It is said to have originated in Key
Pensacola Beach
Pensacola is hidden away in the extreme west of the Florida Panhandle, very close to the state line with Alabama and is much closer to New Orleans and
Cruising - What Happens if I Become Ill?
Nobody wants to consider the possibility of either illness or injury whilst on holiday, but on a cruise ship it is certainly reassuring that there is
House of Blues - Gospel Brunch - Wheelchair User Tips
This again was something I wanted to do but had been given misinformation about (see mall at millennia). I love the gospel singing and so far have not
Christmas Events at Disney
Disney is always so magical but never more so than at Christmas. Each of the main theme parks have their own way of decorating and celebrating. Most o
Exciting news from Gatorland.
If you are visiting Orlando this siummer I have some exciting news for you! Gatorland are opening a zip line experience. This zip line will carry
Try diving – part 2
Experience counts in the water as well, as the longer established firms are usually the ones that are better versed in helping first-timers. Also chec
Where is the best place to stay in Orlando.
This is a question that came up on the Orlando Villas forum recently. It caused a bit of a stir as every body feels that their area is the best. But,
Lake Wales Art Centre
The Lake Wales Arts Center was, for 60 years , actually a working Catholic Church but is now a cultural centre that offers everything from live musica
Seaworld in 4 Hours
We find that this is usually one of the less crowded Parks and if you are pushed for time and organize your day it is possible to visit Seaworld and e
Gliding
Have you ever been to Florida and laid on your sunbed watching the birds soaring and gliding. This is something a friend of ours decided to take one s
Villa versus hotel
Packing for a holiday in a villa is quite different to packing for a holiday in a hotel. First and foremost, do check with the villa owner what they p
Epcot – World Showcase – Norway
For priority seating call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, Norway is the 2nd if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. E
Magic Kingdom - Tomorrowland
For all you budding time travellers, this will suit you down to the ground. First ride is Stitch’s Great Escape, if you’ve visited Walt Disney World i
Lake Louisa One of Florida's Hidden Gems
Talk about Florida holidays to anyone and they immediately think of visiting theme parks and beaches. On our many trips to Florida we have often drove
Breakfast at Denny's
Wherever you look in Florida you will most certainly spot a Denny’s, the most recognized name in family dining.There are in fact 1,600 of these spread
Disney’s best restaurants
When you start with a title like that you just know that someone else will have another view. Mine is based 30 years of visits to Disney and many meal