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Annual Events at Universal Studios/Citywalk/IOA
Universal opened in 1990 and is a real working motion picture studio with a fantastic array of rides, shows, movie sets and attractions from your favo
Restaurant recommendation in the Rotonda area
This summer we spent a very pleasant 10 days on the Gulf Coast of Florida at Rotonda. As relatively new villa owners, we had not recognised the import
Islands with a Difference - Part 6
LAMU, KENYA The population of about 20, 000 lives in just 80 sq km. Recently times have been hard for Lamu. Unrest in the region provoked gover
Discovery Cove 2012
The idea of going to Discovery Cove had always appealed, it was just the cost that delayed things a bit. Having made the decision to do things while w
A Holiday in Orlando
A holiday in Orlando is not just about the theme parks, but they are great! The whole atmosphere of excitement that you see in the faces of the childr
Visiting Marrakech – What you should know before you go - Part 5
General Information Although it is a Muslim country for business and shopping hours much of Morocco follows a Monday to Friday working week. Busine
Fantastic Fantasmic Facts
No day at Hollywood Studios, Orlando, Florida would be complete without seeing the wonderful ‘Fantasmic’ firework and laser show, in which Mickey Mous
Italian Restaurants
Italian RestaurantsThere are a few good Italian restaurants in the Kissimmee area The olive garden is a great Italian and have lots of locations in th
Orange County History Centre
The 2 names that have been given to this part of the State reflect visitors’ impression and the commodity that gave it the initial wealth. Originally
Boma at Animal Kingdom
As it was our last but one night, we wanted we decided to treat ourselves to a meal with friends. After much deliberation we decided to try ‘Boma- Fla
Florida Wildlife
One of the intriguing things about visiting Florida is spotting the wildlife it its natural habitat! There are some wonderful examples – animals, bird
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
There are numerous aquariums around Florida, but the one probably closest to the Orlando attraction area (excluding those at Sea World & Epcot) is
Tony Roma's - The Place For Ribs
Locations: US192, International Drive, S. Apopka Vineland Rd. to name only a fewPrice Range: Dinner Entrees from $9-$18 approxThey say its “The Place”
Characters in Flight
Next time you visit Disney in Orlando, Florida, look up in the sky – you may well see the latest attraction based at Downtown Disney Waterside – a gia
Epcot - IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
I am sure that many people have watched this award-winning night time spectacular but does anyone know the background? IllumiNations first premier
Applebees on Highway 27
Please find my review of Applebees at Berry Town centre on Highway 27 for 29/04/07 at around 7pm. This is a new restaurant and at the time had only be
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
Disney has three water parks, Typhoon Lagoon, Blizzard Beach and River County. All these are included in the Hopper Plus pass or you can
Arriving at Magic Kingdom Part 2
As you approach the Ferryboat terminal you will see great views across the water to Magic Kingdom and Cinderella’s Castle. The Ferry crosses the water
Italian Lakes: The Greenway Walks - Part 5
Suspended between a beautiful botanic park and its rooms full of works of art, the villa is outstanding as a unique place where the magic of nature wa
Gatorland - A Relaxing Alternative to the Parks!
If you’re sick of the parks would like to get a taste of the real Florida, go to Gatorland! We went in May, and what a great place it is! Much more th
Which Ticket?
Tickets which ones? Having just spent a number of days visiting the 4 Disney parks it makes one realise how carefully you should consider which co
Snooty the Manatee
As many, if not all, of you will be aware manatees are an endangered species in Florida and they are looked upon with great affection as lovely benign
Amsterdam - Part 5
Royal Palace and National Monument; for those who don’t just want to use Dam Square as a pass-through then the Palace of Dam square is open for visito
The State Nicknames – Part 9
Next time you are in Orlando take a look at the number plates on the cars as you drive by. They include the state’s nickname, and each one is differen
Bibbidi Bobbidy Boutique
Bibbidi Bobbidy Boutique The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is a kind of Beauty Salon where girls of all ages can enjoy some pampering and be transformed