Random Florida Guide articles
Test Track at Epcot
This is one of the more recent additions to Disney well when I say recent I mean in the last 5 years! Anyway this has to be one of everyone’s favourit
Houlihans Resturant review
This is my review of Houlihans on the 192 in May 2007. I must admit I have been to this restaurant before with one occasion being ok and the other qui
Universal Citywalk (3)
Located just in between Universal and Universal Islands of adventure is Universal Citywalk. Situated around a large lake, Universal Citywalk is an ide
A wheelchair user's guide to flying to Florida
I am often asked this question – How do you manage on an airplane when you are in a wheelchair? So I thought I would write down some of my experiences
Visit St Armands Circle Sarasota
We have on several occasions when we visited the Gulf Coast had a couple of nights stay in a small motel at Siesta Key in Sarasota. This really is a r
Ragland Road Irish Pub at Disney Springs
I recently decided to try out the Ragland Road Irish pub and restaurant in Disney Springs which used to be known as Downtown Disney. I am reliably inf
Diary of a homeowners vacation - 6
Monday New month, new week. Well as hubby was in town we had decided to try and have a bit of a holiday this trip, no DIY on the calendar! Had such a
Tony Roma's
Every time I visit Orlando I like to try a new restaurant, not necessarily new, but new to me. This trip it was Tony Roma’s. It is situated on Interna
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
What do I like about Florida – part 2
As I said in my previous article there are just so many things we like. The next thing we like are the restaurants. Whatever your budget there is alwa
Eating
We love staying in our villa and having the option of eating in or out while on holiday. We do cook a lot of meals at the villa, BBQ’s are a favourite
Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 23
The second day of this part of the trip saw us heading to Lawrenceburg which is just down the Bluegrass Parkway. Here you can join a tour at the Four
Disney Wilderness Preserve
If you think you’ve been everywhere and done everything in central Florida, then think again! Most Florida visitors have never even heard of Disney Wi
Seaworld – Halloween Spooktacular
Our whole family loves Seaworld and we try to visit at least once during our stay in Florida. Purely by chance on our trip in October 03 (covering the
The Healthy Travel Checklist – Part 1
After the excitement of booking a trip or even bore your thoughts should turn to your health your health. Here are some handy pointers on how to prepa
Suwannee River Hubs
The Suwannee River in northern Florida provides the state with a wonderful natural resource. On its meandering 200-mile course, from the Georgia state
The old ones can sometimes be the best ones!!
During a recent visit to our villa on the SR27, we decided to head off South, down the SR27 to see what we came across. About 15 minutes South of the
Key West
We have just visited The Florida Keys and stayed at the furthest point Key West. Fabulous. If you want a really laid back almost Continental atmospher
Stopovers – Part 5
SÃO PAULO - BRAZIL São Paulo-Guarulhos Airport is the hub for LATAM with connecting flights within South America including the gateway to Antarctic
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
Soarin' at Epcot
This really is a “must do” at Epcot and I do believe this is one ride that you should get a Fastpass for as the queues can be very long. Apparently si
Bahama Breeze
Bahama Breeze - the very name conjures up visions of Caribbean beaches, soft silvery sand under your bare feet, and tall palms wafting gently in the b
SHOPPING AT ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Who would have thought that an airport was the place to shop? For most of us it is somewhere we pass through, on our way to exotic places, but Orlando
Epcots World Showcase Gardens – part 1
Epcot’s World Showcase is made up of themed gardens throughout the eleven nations of the world, together with the many other beautiful areas to be vie
The 'New' Aventura Mall, Miami
We all love shopping but Aventura Mall, just north of Miami, and a short hop from the beaches, provides a great shopping experience. However, once it