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Disney Boardwalk
The Boardwalk, close to Epcot, and signposted from within Disney World is a wonderful relaxing place to visit, particularly in the evening. It is them
The history of Florida
Ever wondered how Florida became Florida? Well I was certainly intrigued enough to want to find out and thought I would share this in a potted history
Cristmas Canal cruises at Punta Gorda
If you are staying in the Rotonda West area in December one of the best trips to really get you in the Christmas spirit is to take a boat trip from Fi
Interesting places to visit in South Florida with kids-part 2
On our second day in Miami we elected to visit the Miami Seaquarium. It shows off the area’s most family friendly assets; sunshine and aquatic life. T
EATING OUT – MID PRICE RANGE
OK, so perhaps you’re bored with all the usual eating places and want to try something different for a change? Applebees – There’s one on the 192 near
Busch Gardens In Tampa
If you enjoy thrill rides, Busch Gardens Theme Park, is a great choice. From our house west of Orlando it takes just over an hour to drive down the I4
The T-Rex Restaurant interior at Downtown Disney
The T-Rex Restaurant interior at Downtown Disney This is the second part of my review of the T-Rex restaurant so if you have found this part firs
Getting the best out of your holiday in Orlando.
There are many ideas that will make your holiday in Orlando really special and the holiday of a lifetime. If you can manage it, book a premium econo
Hot air Balloon Ride
Why not try a hot air balloon ride next time you are in Orlando It is a thrill of a life time and you need to experience it to believe how wonderful i
What is the Disney Dream Like?
If you have children, and time to fit in a Disney cruise during your Orlando stay in a wonderful villa, then the Disney Dream could be just up your st
Our 4th July Celebrations. Pt 4
By this time we had resigned ourselves to being inside the restaurant when the fireworks display began, but in the hope that we get seated early and h
How to get the best out of your holiday in Florida
Just knowing a few little tricks will help you get the best you can out of your holiday in Florida. Here are my top ten tips. If you are under 25 or i
Florida for music and film lovers
When planning a Florida holiday, most guests tend to plan their trips around the fabulous theme parks, perhaps with a trip to the wonderful Gulf Coast
Universal CityWalk
Disney and Universal are two of the major reasons for planning a vacation to Central Florida (as well, as the weather, shopping, golf, restaurants etc
"Cassadaga " somewhere different
A Brief History As a young man from New York, George Colby was told during a séance that he would someday be instrumental in founding a Spiritualist c
New for 2009 – The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
At last it’s on its way in true Orlando Style – Harry Potter “A Theme Park within a Theme Park”! ! Scheduled to be unveiled late 2009 or early 2010 in
Poseidon’s Fury At Universal IOA
As you wind your way around the Islands of Adventure at Universal Studios you will come across a hidden gem ( tucked away behind the talking tree that
Discovering Discovery Cove
Discovering Discovery Cove! The decision was easy; of course everyone in our family desperately wanted to visit Discovery Cove. The hard bit was justi
Key West and Turtle Point Part 2
Just across from the Face Painting and Tattoo stall you come to the Brush Art stall. This is a great place to buy mementos of your holiday or presents
Self Catering
One of the real advantages of renting your own vacation home is that you have the choice to cook your own meals, if preferred. For a family that can b
My Favourite Florida Restaurant
On my first trip to Florida we decided to take a trip down to Downtown Disney one early evening and thought we would perhaps try to find somewhere to
Sea World - Best Day Out
I love this place, when we go here it is one the most relaxing days I have when on holiday in Orlando. The best attraction within the park, are withou
The most memorable meal in Florida.
What is the most memorable meal you have eaten in Florida? Does not have to be the most expensive but the one you could not wait to go back and have a
Cypress Gradens
Cypress gardens Florida is Florida’s oldest ‘Theme Park’.To get there you take I4 west to exit 55 or if you are travelling along Hwy 27 you go south.
Sarasota – a grand day out
After all the hurly burly rush of going from theme park to theme park, what could be nicer or more relaxing than a day or two on a sun kissed beach. M