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Ice Skating in Kissimmee
If you fancy a day away from the parks, but are not sure what to do, why not visit the Ice Factory and participate in an Ice skating session. The Ic
Our Stay at Treasure Island Part 1
We have always loved the Gulf Coast and over the years had stayed at Naples, Anna Marie Island Sarasota and Clearwater. About 10 years ago when they w
‘Must do’s’ at Animal Kingdom
As villa owners our guests often ask us what are the ‘must do’ attractions at each of the parks. Obviously this does depend on the age and make up of
Eating at Your Villa
If you decide to stay at a villa in Orlando you will be amazed at the advantages it has over staying in a hotel no matter how nice the latter is.
MICKEY’S NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY 2008
Universal Studios was the first Park to celebrate Halloween with their Halloween Horror Nights. This was marketed toward teenagers and young adults an
Showcase of Citrus
Everyone knows that Florida is famous for its cowboys and cattle ranching. But, as well as cowboys, Florida is known for it's great oranges, grapefrui
KMart versus Target.
It is a shame about the current state of K Mart. This was one of the few stores around when we visited 30 years ago but they look shabby and unloved t
Millers Orlando Ale House (6)
I must admit before the Millers Ale House opened last year near our villa at Lindfields I had never heard of them. When my parents visited there befor
Seeing RED for the first time!!!
Having spent a number of years visiting Florida, Orlando in particular, it may surprise some travellers if I say we were NOT too adventurous when it c
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
A drive to the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge will give the visitor a taste of what Florida was like before any development took place. The area becam
Marine Mammal Keeper - Sea World
Sea World Marine Mammal Keeper Experience.The day was described as a mammal keepers experience, spend the day behind the scenes with a keeper, a maxim
Deep Sea Fishing
If you ever find yourself at or near Madeira Beach on the Gulf Coast and you and/or your family would like to do some deep sea fishing go to Hubbard’s
Manny's Chophouse
You will either love or hate the atmosphere at Manny’s. It is loud, very busy, nearly always has a long wait for a table and it is a twenty minute dri
Mickeys Backyard BBQ
We visited Mickey’s Backyard BBQ for the first time earlier this year. There were eight of us and we had a good time, however I suspect visitors witho
The new Suzuki XL7 by Thrifty car rental
During our last trip to Florida during the summer of 2008 we chose to organise the rental of a mid sized SUV from Thrifty car rental, bookable via thi
Introduction to Estonia – Part 9
The Hanseatic League During the previous articles, I have mentioned the Hanseatic League without any explanation. As it features heavily in many of
Only in Orlando – Part 1
The thing I find most fascinating about Orlando in Florida is that you will see so many really unusual things there that you will never see anywhere e
Universal's Islands Of Adventure
Islands of Adventure is the second of the Universal Studios Parks, reached, as is Universal Studios through Universal City Walk, which includes restau
Epcot - Fun Facts
Epcot was Disney Worlds second theme park to be opened. The park is split into two parts, the Future World Pavilions and the World Showcase. Here are
Tarpon Springs
We discovered Tarpon Springs last year after some friends recommended it, We wanted to discover new places in Florida so we gave it a go and have to s
BABY ELEPHANTS AT DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM
The world loves babies, and especially animal babies, but combine this with the magic of Disney and you have double the magic. Animal Kingdom is alway
New Restrictions on Hand Luggage
A lot has been written and reported about the new restrictions on hand baggage. As far as Florida goes, there a few things to bear in mind. First,
XMAS DECORATIONS: A NIGHT OUT WITH A DIFFERENCE
Here is something you may not have thought about adding to your must do list when you visit Florida over the festive season. It is not just the theme
Christmas Brunch at the Renaissance
For the first time this year there were just the three of us at our Florida home, Tropical Dream Villa, so we decided to take a break from all the coo
Boat Trips from Sanibel & Captiva Island
You can take a boat trip from Captiva to Cabbage Key Island, looking out for manatees in the marina at Captiva, and enjoy a glorious trip where the do