Random Florida Guide articles
Turkey
The name resonates with the idea of royalty, which would be quite evident once you reach this land of diverse historical richness, intriguing cuisine
Crowley Museum and Nature Centre, Sarasota
The Crowley Pioneer centre and Nature Trails is only 15 minutes drive west of the I-75 (Exit 210 Sarasota) adjacent to the Myakka River. Set in 190 ac
Indian Restaurant - The Clay Oven
Although we have been going to Florida for over twenty years we always seemed to be searching for a good Indian restaurant. The Passage to India used
Is it Walt Disney World, or is it The Magic Kingdom?
The very first time I travelled to Orlando to visit Walt Disney World I was slightly confused. I had read some guide books and so I was aware that it
Using your Fastpass at Disney World, Orlando, Florida
We love visiting the parks whenever we stay in our beautiful villa in Orlando, but at peak times there will undoubtedly be longer queues at the Disney
Booking early
Is it best to book a villa in advance or to leave it a little nearer the time? With many people planning well in advance it has become more and more h
T-Rex Cafe in Downtown Disney
T-Rex Café, one of the newest restaurants in Downtown Disney, is only the second restaurant in this new chain from the owners of Rainforest Café. We h
A Stroll around Celebration Lake
We have been visiting central Florida for a number of years now and had often past the Celebration water tower on US192 with hardly a second glance. U
Try Smokey Bones Restaurant
On one of our regular shopping trips to Florida Mall, driving along Sand Lake Road, we found ‘Smokey Bones’, a log cabin style restaurant. Driving alo
Disney Character Dining
Children, and sometimes even the adults, will enjoy dining with the Disney characters. Although Disney cannot guarantee that the character of your cho
TERMINATOR 3-D: Universal Studios
Terminator 2: 3-D ride is located in Universal Studios, Orlando Florida. The ride is based on the time between T2 and T3 films, where John Connor has
Cruising – Jamaica Part 2 – Martha Brae River Rafting
After journeying through torrential rain in our dilapidated coach we arrive after an hour and a half at our destination – the Martha Brae River Raftin
The Candlelight Processional at Epcot Center
We had the wonderful opportunity of experiencing this very special Christmas program at Epcot Center last year. This Disney tradition has been a part
Tallinn: Old Town in Depth - Part 17
Town Hall (Raekoda) and Tower This museum facing Town Hall Square is open to the general public only in the summer. It has exhibits on the town’s a
The Outback Steakhouse
The first time someone asked me where the nearest Outback was I thought they were asking a question about a nature reserve! Fortunately they explained
DeLeon Springs
For some beautiful natural Florida countryside, head out a little to DeLeon Springs - a beautiful state park an hour or so north of Orlando. One of Fl
KIM POSSIBLE WORLD SHOWCASE ADVENTURE, EPCOT
Disney has always been at the forefront of innovation, and a new attraction is about to open at the end of January, 2009, at Epcot. Called ‘Kim Possib
Eating at Epcot
Every time my family and I go to Florida, Epcot is the theme park we seem to visit the most. Not only for the shows, exhibits, rides and shops but als
Cruising – Jamaica, Part 1 Martha Brae River Rafting
Jamaica is one of our favourite islands in the Caribbean, perhaps because it was one of the islands we visited on our very first cruise with the child
Vista del Lago - The Perfect Location
Vista del Lago is a beautiful tree-lined manufactured home resort located in a prime position less than 5 miles west of Disney. Set around several nat
The State Nicknames – Part 13
Whenever we visit our beautiful villa in Orlando we always notice the different license plates on the cars as they show each state’s nickname. These n
A day out in Winter Park
For a change to the theme parks and the hustle and bustle of the centre of Orlando, why not treat yourself to a day out at Winter Park. This is descri
Family Dining
We’re not talking about gourmet or especially romantic evenings here. But there is a big space for something more than fast food, but without the big
Bone Fish Grill
I have written many reviews for restaurants all of which I recommended highly so I feel duty bound to add balance by giving a review of the opposite.
Cheesecake Factory at Mall at Millenia
Do you like cheesecake? My husband thinks it’s the best thing since sliced bread. In fact the Cheesecake factory is his idea of Heaven. I can take it