Random Florida Guide articles
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
WHAT’S ON AT THE EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FLOWER AND GARDEN FESTIVAL, 2009
This annual festival takes place between March 18th and May 31st and is something not to be missed. This colourful event takes place each spring and t
St Johns Pass
One day we decided to head for the beach as it was a beautiful warm and sunny typical Florida day. On the east coast a few miles south of Clearwater i
Try a day at the beach for a change
If you would like to try something different from theme parks while you are in Florida, why not try a day at the coast. There are many areas to choose
Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens
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
PLACES TO EAT AT ANIMAL KINGDOM
On our first visit to Animal Kingdom our initial reaction was that there were not that many places to eat. However we have since revised our opinion a
Before You Fly
Having travelled to Florida on many occasions, I would like to pass on a few tips that may help the un-initiated. Most flights to Florida are around m
Visiting Disney with Senior relatives
As villa owners we are frequently asked what do we do in Florida as we go there so often. When we first travelled to Florida we did not have children
Enjoying Animal Kingdom Part 3
We were having a lovely day at Animal Kingdom having been to the shows and rides as well as having our photo taken with Mickey and after all that stop
Afternoon Tea at the Ritz-Carlton, Orlando Grande-Lakes Part 1
It was late one Saturday evening in November, 4 days before we had to return from Orlando, when my husband’s cell phone pinged with a message. It was
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – (part 2) The Village
After our Hippogriff ride, we double checked the queue for The Forbidden Journey and decided to abandon the thought of sampling the ride that morning,
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 17
Malecon Boardwalk and Sculptures continued; Triton and the Nereid by Carlos Espino, 1990 This is a sculpture which focuses on classical mytholo
Why rent a villa instead of a hotel - Part 1
To rent a villa is much more convenient than booking a hotel. You have the freedom to go where you like, when you like and to eat when you please. You
FISHBONES RESTAURANT
Well this is a little restaurant slightly of the beaten track down at Haines City and possibly overlooked and not well known amongst many tourists. We
Disney Fun facts – Part 1
Here are some not so well known facts and figures about Walt Disney World.The “talking, walking” Palm tree at the entrance to Animal Kingdom actually
Flying to Florida with US Airways – Part 9
Our flight across the Atlantic is over, and we are waiting for our domestic flight to Fort Lauderdale. We have flown with US Airways on our way to pic
Horse racing in Florida
Although Florida is home to nearly all breeds of horses, Thoroughbreds outnumber all the others. In fact, Ocala, located in North Central Florida, bre
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
Arabian Nights Dinner Show
This is the first dinner show we have been to as we had avoided them because there is a vegetarian in the family and we thought there would be nothing
Cirque Du Soleil (3)
What can I saw about this show that hasn’t been said already? We first experienced this evening of magic several years ago. We were extremely keen to
Ted’s Montana Grill
Ever fancied trying something different…. like a bison burger? Well visiting the States quite often we have grown to enjoy eating at Ted’s Montana Gri
Is Florida still a good deal? Oh, Yes!
There has been a lot of talk lately concerning “Is Florida getting too expensive since the start of the recession”. Well where hasn’t”. Yes of course
Four Corners
Four Corners is a lovely community along the US27. It is nestled in the heart of the Disney area just 4 miles from the HWY192 and the theme parks can
Cambridge - Part 2
The family’s exceptional collection of works by Ben Nicholson, David Jones, Henri-Gaudier, Joan Miro, Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth among others wa
Review Of Mannys Chophouse
Anyone who regularly visits the Orlando Villas Forums; http://www. orlando-guide. info/forums/ will know that Manny’s is a great favourite with villa