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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
Kentucky: a road trip through the state- Part 40
HISTORIC PLACES IN THE BLUEGRASS REGION continued; If you are looking for places that commemorate the Revolutionary war then you need to go about
Green Meadows Petting Farm (1)
It is exactly as it sounds……in Orlando!! The Petting Farm is situated in South Poinciana Blvd, away from the main attraction area. This is a lovely, c
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
A Visit To Discovery Cove
Discovery Cove is owned by the same people that own Busch Gardens and Seaworld, so you know it is going to be really good. Having a limit how many the
Beaches at Fort de Soto
We recently spent a fantastic day at the amazing beaches of Fort de Soto. Situated on Florida’s stunning west coast this island is close to Tampa and
WASHINGTON OAKS GARDEN STATE PARK
If you are a keen gardener, or even if you just like looking at lovely gardens, put this park on your must see list. It is situated in Palm Coast, 2 m
Garys Oyster Bar and Seafood House
This is not on the typical tourist trail of restaurants and is certainly worth a drive if you like seafood and are looking for a more local style of e
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
Deed Restrictions
Part of Florida life and rental ownership that is not immediately obvious to holidaymakers as they make their way to their chosen villas in Orlando or
The Port of Miami
Miami is often called the 'Cruise Capital of the World' and rightly so, as it is ranked 8th in the USA's leading seaports. At least 18 cruise ships an
PAYNES PARK
Paynes Park State Park is situated in Bowling Green on the Tamiami Trail. This is an important area in the history of the pioneer life of Florida. A t
Epcot - Child Friendly Restaurants
Most restaurants in Orlando are child friendly but if your children are anything like ours they can at times be picky eaters, so I thought I would let
Victoria and Alberts Resturant Review
Victoria and Albert’s restaurant is located in the Disney Hotel the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. The hotel itself is a bit impersonal as it is so b
Paul’s Florida diary day 4 pm
Paul’s Florida diary day 4 pm We decided to have a little lunch around 3pm and afterwards decided that it had been so hot in the day that we would
Eating Fish in Florida
It’s hardly surprising that, with over 1, 300 miles of coastline, fish figures prominently on many restaurant menus in Florida. Here you can sample so
NZ Majestic Mountains and crystal clear waters - Part 1
Queenstown is in New Zealand' s 'Southern Lakes District'. It is the Southern Hemisphere' s four-season lake and alpine resort. The stunning scenery a
Diary of a homeowners vacation - 13
Well I woke up Tuesday morning and decided to stay around the villa and try to relax which I find quite difficult to do as I get bored easily. After a
Mallory Square - Some Interesting Places to Visit
According to legend, ‘once Key West sand gets in your shoes, you’ll return again and again’ and that is certainly true of people like President Harry
Miccosukee people of Florida
Miccosukee people were originally part of the Muskogee tribe of Native Americans. They came to Florida by way of Tennesse, then the Carolinas and fina
Hungry for more?
October provides such a feast of events in Disney World and the International Food and Wine festival is just one of them! Based in Epcot’s World Showc
What a trip this was! Part 7
Our much anticipated first trip to Orlando has been beset by problems. Our fight has been delayed due to technical problems and we are already 24 hour
The Mime Artist at Sea World
Four times a day at the Sea Lion and Otter stadium in SeaWorld Orlando there are performances of Clyde and Seamore Take Pirate Island. This is arguabl
Drive Safely
If you are from the UK, as you already know, Americans drive on the 'wrong' side of the road. The times when you are more likely to make a mi
Animal Kingdom - Asia
Asia has to be my favourite area within Disney’s Animal Kingdom, especially now they have opened Expedition Everest. You are transported to a mythical