Random Florida Guide articles
CRUISING DIRECTORY - PART 3
If you have read parts 1 and 2 you are becoming a true cruise expert. Here are a few more essential words for you to digest. Embarkation – this is whe
Nevada’s ‘WildWest’
If you are dreaming of the ultimate summer adventure then head to Nevada. This is a place where opulence meets the stunning, unique, rugged wilderness
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Magic Kingdom
We decided to give this event a try last year after reading about it on the Disney website (we hadn't found this forum at that point) We really didn't
Splitsville
This is a heads up on an exciting new venue at Walt Disney World. This is called Splitsville and will be yet another one of a succesful chain of b
Fast Pass at Disney
All Disney parks now operate a FastPass system which is FREE OF CHARGE to use and we highly recommend taking advantage of this. The more popular at
Eating Out in Orlando
Food and drink is very much cheaper than in Europe when you are looking at the non fine dining end of the range. A steak house or restaurant will char
Labadee – Royal Caribbean’s Private Island Paradise.
Over 30 years ago the first ‘private’ island was developed by Norwegian Cruise Lines, and this was a totally new concept – that of an exclusive paradi
Casablanca - an overview - Part 6
Dining in Casablanca continued:- ILOLI This is a modern restaurant and at ILOLI you can have lunch or dinner in a pleasant atmosphere. This is t
Islands with a Difference - Part 7
CAPE VERDE This is an Atlantic archipelago but with a Portuguese twist. It has an overall area of about 4, 000 sq km onto which it has a populatio
Sneak Preview - The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Rides and Attractions
Just past Hogsmeade Village sits the Dragon Challenge, a ride based around the first task of the Tri Wizard Challenge. You must make your choice to ch
Things to ask your villa owner part 1
Let' s assume you have already chosen your vacation home from one of the beautiful villas on this site. You have asked how far from the restaurants an
Discovery Cove - Swimming With Dolphins
Superb! Fantastic! Amazing! Brilliant! Incredible! These are just a few of a huge number of adjectives which can be used to describe a day spent at Di
Washington Oaks...A History
Washington Oaks State Park is situated in Palm Coast in North Ocean Shore Road. You will not be amazed to hear that this site was once occupied by the
ICE! in Florida :- A general overview
This article is the first in a series and should be read in conjunction with the others which give details of the actual scenes and how this amazing a
Narcoossees Birthday Meal
If you want a really nice meal or have something to celebrate try Narcoossee’s which is behind he Grand Floridian overlooking the Seven Seas Lagoon. I
Two Countries Separated By A Common Language And Other Differences
If you have never been to the United States of America before, you will find some very unusual differences, in particular, the language. Most of what
First trip to Boma restaurant at Animal Kingdom Lodge
Although we have visited Disney World many, many times now over the years you can still find somewhere interesting to visit of exciting to eat and thi
Why not learn to sail – Part 2
To get the most out of a sailing trip and feel involved in the experience you should, quite literally, learn the ropes. Novices should begin at the Ro
Eco- Safaris at Forever Florida
Ever wanted to try something different from the usual Theme Parks? Are you into eco-friendly? Then why not try an Eco - Safari at “Forever Florida “.
All Aboard!
So, at long last you are on the plane; you will be on board for almost 9 hours so a little preparation is a jolly good idea. Firstly, make sure ev
Winter Park
For a wonderful day out in a quaint America town, why not head to Winter Park. It is located north of Orlando (about 35 minute drive from Disney area
Cruising on Star Princess, Part 5
Mustering, meals and midnight strollsThe sun is setting low in the sky over Fort Lauderdale as we leave on our cruise around the Caribbean. We have th
PERFECT AMERICAN PANCAKES
If you holiday in Florida you will be sure to have had American pancakes for breakfast. They are really easy to make and are a special breakfast for f
St Augustine Beaches
St Augustine Beaches are located approximately a 2 hour drive north of Orlando and just a few miles further north than Daytona Beach.We drove there on
Lover’s key state park
Lover’s Key may sound like a ‘make-out’ point from a 1950’s American teen movie but in reality it’s a popular state park on the west coast of Florida.