Random Florida Guide articles
Skydiving in Florida
When we invited our friends Kath and Karl to come with us to our Florida villa, little did Karl realise what was soon to be in store for him. Unbeknow
Italy Pavilion - Epcot
The city of Venice was the original inspiration for the Italian Pavilion. The shops and architecture are really the featured attractions in this Pavil
Especially for history buffs!
The Orange County Regional History Center is situated in East Central Boulevard in Orlando. This museum started its' life as a singe kitchen exhib
A quick Christmas Shop at Premium Outlets
There is normally nothing like “a quick shop” in Orlando but this time it had to be as we had promised the girls we would be back in time for them to
Shoping in Florida
Shopping in Florida is a definite must even though just lately the dollar to pound is not as good as before bargains are still to be has at much bette
Manny’s Chop House
Next time you are in Florida, you really must visit Manny’s Chop House, we had promised ourselves that we would visit almost every time we went, but l
Sanibel/Captiva Beaches
If you want a really relaxing time on the beach and a few days away form Orlando head to Sanibel and Captive Islands. Here you can enjoy 5 miles of un
Lake Atitlán - Part 1
Lake Atitlán has become one of the new places to go for the traveller that wants to do something different. It’s located about 50 west of Guatemala Ci
Greek Islands - Part 2
Just across the water is Kimolos, where every restaurant is family-run and the coastline is filled with colourful fishermen’s houses stacked up like j
Muppet Vision 3D - Hollywood Studios
This show that you will find in New York Street opened in 1991 and we have been to see it every time we have visited Hollywood Studios since its origi
Thailand - Part 1
It’s the first stop on almost every Thai trip, the charismatic but frenetic capital, hotel prices drop significantly in July, August and September, an
Bennigan’s Restuarant
Bennigans Grill & Taverns are located in and around Orlando and other parts of Florida having over 300 locations. They are brilliant family restau
Welcome Back Captain EO
As we have been going to Walt Disney World for over thirty years now, we have seen many changes. We saw the first building of the globe at Epcot and w
Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, Florida
If you are looking for somewhere different to visit on your next trip to the Orlando area why not take a trip to Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards. If yo
Disney Quest
Disney Quest is located in Downtown Disney, and is usually included as one of the extra options, alongside the Water Parks, and Disney’s Wide World of
PECAN PIE
It is always nice to have a slice of Pecan Pie when we are in Florida and it is an easy dish to make at home! This is the recipe for a traditional pec
The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival 2009
We enjoyed the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival quite by chance one year, when we visited Orlando. This annual festival usually takes pl
Shopping and Eating at the Loop
On our last visit to our villa in March 2011 we decided to have a restful day away from the Parks enjoying a day out together and strolling around the
Cruising – What to do on a Sea Day Part 3
Evening on board a cruise liner is a magical time, especially when you have had a lazy day at sea. The whole ship comes alive as the sun sets over the
Tallinn: An overview - Part 9
Eating in Tallinn Tallinn’s Old Town has a wide selection of largely interchangeable and mostly tourist-oriented places to eat. The prices here are
Changes over 35 Years - Part 1
When we first took our 2 year old daughter to Walt Disney World, it was November 1979. An awful lot has changed since then, I can tell you. Back t
GAINSEVILLE HAWTHORNE STATE TRAIL
Gainseville Hawthorne State Trail stretches from Gainseville to Hawthorne. This once was the site for goods and passenger trains carrying fruit and ve
Florida’s Feast of Festivals - Part 1
Any visitor to Florida will be aware of the abundance of entertainment available, especially in the Orlando area. Here can be found the more obvious a
Our Bibbidi Bobbidi Experience Pt 2
On completion of the makeover Leah was given both of the make up palettes, both of the nail varnish' s, the face jewels that had not been used and a p
K'nex display in Fort Lauderdale
Are you in Florida before the 6th of may 2012? you are? that is great, I have a wonderful temporary display to tell you about. This is a K' nex ex