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Seasons in Florida
It has long been assumed that Florida is one long summer, but that is no longer true. Although it is a tropical region (remember it is not very far fr
Cocoa Beach
In between those wonderful days in the Disney parks although fabulous as they are, and they are, you might be tempted to have the occasional day off,
Disney Hollywood Studios - Fun Facts
Hollywood Studios home to Disneys biggest building – but which one – read on to find that information and more…• Disney Hollywood Studios, the third t
PERDIDO KEY
Perdido Key State park is situated just off S. R. 292 15 miles south west of Pensacola on Floridas Gulf Coast. It is one of the barrier islands and co
Our 4th July Celebrations. Pt 2
As we approached Celebration via the I4 and World Drive, the roads were unusually quiet. With the excision of one notice, advertising the free park an
Water Parks and Mini Golf Tips
Do not let the rain keep you from the water parks! During one holiday the day in a very busy schedule we were to go to Typhoon Lagoon we awoke to clou
The State Nicknames – Part 17 North Carolina
Our fascination with the State Number Plates in the USA has continued each time we visit Florida. It is interesting to see the different plates which
Casablanca: An overview - Part 3
Things that are worth seeing in Casablanca:- Hassan II Mosque This is an outstanding example of a mosque and it stands on a promontory looking t
Top Tips for shoppers.
The shopping in Florida is great; oh yes it is! and with some careful planning, you can save a fortune. I have guests who are happy to spend a whole d
HIGHLANDS HAMMOCK
Highlands Hammock State Park is situated 4 miles west of Sebring, just off the U. S. 27, on Hammock Rd. At one time, this land was about to be used fo
The Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights
The brilliant Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights is displayed annually at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in the ‘Streets of America’ area from Thanksgivin
My first Villa experience
Why book a villa when there is so many hotels and choice in the Orlando and Kissimmee area? Well in years gone by when I used to visit Florida (Disney
Historic Pensacola Village
Although, comparatively speaking, the United States is not particularly old it does take great pride in its history and this can be evidenced in many
Where are all the Wal-Marts?
Most seasoned travellers to the Orlando/Kissimmee area will have all the Wal-Marts well sussed but for those making their first trip or maybe others w
Where to find a good steak
It’s difficult to get a bad steak in the Disney / Orlando area so finding a good steak should be pretty easy. Here are some of our favourites. Manny’s
Facts and figures on Bok Gardens
Bok Tower is the centre piece of the wonderful Bok Gardens which is located in Lake Wales. Here are some interesting facts about this historic lan
St Johns Pass
One day we decided to head for the beach as it was a beautiful warm and sunny typical Florida day. On the east coast a few miles south of Clearwater i
The Holiday Adventure Begins
The morning breaks and we are readyTo drive to the airport very steadyIt’s holiday time and off we goTo our villa from so long agoAfter a drive of 2 h
Fantasmic at Disney's Hollywood Studios
If you like pyrotechnics, laser shows, special effects, water shows, spectacular lights and Disney characters, this live production at the Hollywood H
Springs of Central Florida
For those of you that love swimming and maybe also want a picnic in a secluded shady spot, don’t like sand in everything and find the Water Parks of O
Star Wars Weekends 2010
Are you a Star Wars fan? If the answer is ‘yes’ and you are coming to Orlando, Florida in May or June this year, 2010, then you are in for a real trea
The best coasters in and around Orlando
A guide to the best coasters in and around OrlandoThis is an introduction to some of our favourite coasters in Orlando and Busch Gardens.Although ther
Five Things You Must See, Do and Eat at Disney
Wishes Nighttime SpectacularThe crowds gather, the lights dim and Jiminy Cricket starts his narration telling us how dreams really do come true. Tinke
Eating Vegetarian in Orlando
If you want to book a dinner reservation at Disney you can book well in advance. We usually book 72 hours in advance but friends of ours who are veget
Butterfly World, Coconut Creek, Fort Lauderdale
BUTTERFLY WORLD, COCONUT CREEKIf, like me, you are fascinated by beautiful butterflies, then you won’t want to miss a trip to Butterfly World, just 10