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CYPRUS – Troodos places of interest 1
Ten Byzantine period churches from Troodos are listed UNESCO World Heritage sites: Stavros tou Agiasmati, Panagia tou Araka, Timios Stavros at Pelendr
St. Augustine
Last year we decided to spend three days visiting St Augustine and I can honestly say that it was a wonderful experience. We did not go by the qu
Best Things to Do at Disney
There are so many things that I enjoy at Disney but I thought I would try to list some of my favourites. Go to Lion King at Animal Kingdom. When y
SONIC DRIVE IN FAST FOOD RESTAURANT INTERNATIONAL DRIVE
Sonics American fast food joint is situated on International Drive and it is a 1950s inspired drive in, fast food restaurant. It is a really great pla
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
Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 46
The Pleasant Hill Shakers We had heard that there was a Shaker village that was quite near our route to the Daniel Boone National forest so we deci
Other things to do in Orlando besides theme parks
Theme parks are what holidays in Orlando are all about. However, some who visit regularly may be a little tired of theme parks. So what else is there
I'm Florida - Eat Me
If you’re like us, one of the reasons we keep coming back to Florida is the awesome food. We now have so many favourite dishes and restaurants that it
Windwood Bay
Windwood Bay is a newly finished tranquil community surrounded by conservation areas and forests. Perfectly located on the quiet 54, approximately 2 m
Spain: City of Barcelona - Part 1
Barcelona, a city that never sleeps, but sometimes passes out. There live amazing people, it has delicious food, beautiful architecture, a lot of cult
Combining a Cruise and Villa Stay in Florida
During one of our visits to Orlando Florida, we decided that the ultimate holiday experience would be to go on a week’s cruise, yet stay in our own vi
Disney’s Boardwalk
Feel like a change from the theme parks? Well why not spend a little time down at Disney’s Boardwalk. Parking is free at the Boardwalk, although you w
Amsterdam: An overview - Part 12
Brasserie Harkema I have heard some negative comments from friends since we ate here but have to say our meal was good. The Brasserie Harkema is a
New York – Lake George
If you visit New York during winter then Lake George is a good place for a weekend winter getaway. Once the lakes freeze and the trees have a snow bla
Minnesota: Ely - Part 4
Artists and photographers worldwide descend on Ely each fall. The unspoiled, lush green terrain of the 1500-plus waterways of the Boundary Waters Cano
Alligators
To many people alligators are simply predatory, dangerous animals to be avoided at all costs. After all, they can grow up to 14 feet in length and wei
Our First Ever Visit to Florida - Part 8
I ask my wife has she filled in the visa waiver forms correctly I always let her do this because her writing is much neater than mine, yes she says, q
Things to take with you on holiday
When I pack for my holidays I always make a list of things to take with me. I have made a list of 'must haves' and check them off as I go, this way I
Magic Kingdom - Hidden Mickeys
Our girls love looking for “hidden Mickey's” in the Disney Parks and over the years we have compiled a list from those we have found and those we have
Champions Gate Golf Academy
Golf Lesson at the Champions Gate David Leadbetter Golf Academy-1 Hour Private LessonLocated at Champions Gate in Orlando the David Leadbetter Golf Ac
Lake Buena Vista Outlet Mall
This Mall is not as often visited as Belz or Orlando Premium Outlets but we always find a half day to pop down there as there are lots of good bargain
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 4
Arriving in Puerto Vallarta Due to many factors Puerto Vallarta is one of the most popular international vacation destinations for North Americans
Beyond Disney
Many of our guests come back year after year and it’s not just because they’re addicted to Mickey Mouse and his buddies, although of course many are!
Stopovers – Part 4
LOS ANGELES – USA Los Angeles Airport is a major stopover en route to Central, South and North America as well as the South Pacific. It is a good s
Premium Outlets at Lake Buena Vista
If you like a bargain you can do very well at the Premium Outlets, in Lake Buena Vista. This is very near the main entrance to Walt Disney World. The