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Our First Ever Visit to Florida - Part 16
So we are stood outside Fultons Crab House all pouring over the menu and time is getting on everyone’s getting tired and we need to eat, now I am a bi
Cocoa Beach
If you fancy a day, or even a weekend, at the beach and do not want to drive too far head for Cocoa Beach. This beach is only an hours drive from Orla
New Fantasyland Part 1
NEW FANTASYLAND - MAGIC KINGDOM part 1 I seems such a long time since Disney first announced the transformation of Fantasyland and although the con
An Evening at Ohana
Ohana, situated at Disney’s Polynesian Resort, describes itself as an all you-care-to enjoy you can eat family-style feast served right to your table.
The “Real” Old Town in Kissimmee
Many visitors will no doubt have sampled the many delights of “Old Town” Kissimmee, the amusement, shopping and dining area, which can be found on the
FLYING TO ORLANDO WITH DELTA Part 2
Our flight from London Heathrow with Delta has been delayed, and the journey has been slow due to strong headwinds. We land at Hartsfield Jackson Atla
Hamad International Airport
Hamad International airport is an architectural masterpiece where innovation and beauty combine. The airport has been designed with traveller experien
The Florida Aquarium, Tampa
Tampa is just a short distance from our villa so we often spend a day there – it is near enough to drive down and back in one day, and not only has so
American Football game in Orlando
If you would like a taste of ‘real’ American life what better a place than at an American Football game at the Citrus Bowl in Orlando! We took in our
Applebees
I am delighted to recommend Applebees Neighbourhood Bar & Grill. The restaurants are not located in tourist areas but in local neighbourhoods used
Our trip to St. Augustine
Our trip to St. Augustine On our visit to the villa last September we decided to have a 2 night visit to St Augustine. We left Davenport about 10 i
Villa versus hotel
Packing for a holiday in a villa is quite different to packing for a holiday in a hotel. First and foremost, do check with the villa owner what they p
Paradiso 37 Restaurant - Downtown Disney
Next time you go to Downtown Disney you might like to visit the Paradiso 37 restaurant which opened in the summer of 2009 and is situated in the Pleas
Championsgate Golfclub Bar
Not to be mixed up with the Champions gate clubhouse grille, which is in fact situated inside the wonderful Omni resort…Champions gate is home to two
The John and Mabel Ringling Museum Of Art
THE JOHN AND MABLE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART On our trip to Sarasota Bay we discovered the amazing John and Mable Ringling museum of art. There is an in
Our First Disney Cruise
In January 2015 we took our first ever cruise. It was a five day cruise aboard the Disney Wonder to Grand Cayman and Disney’s private island in the Ca
Christmas in Florida
Christmas in Florida is simply magical! If you are used to a cold Christmas season, the first thing that will appeal to you is the weather! Imagine sp
Vista del Lago - A Great Location
When searching for a home that we could spend 6 months a year, one of the main priorities, as every home owner is aware, was the location. We knew tha
Hialeah to Gainseville: what's in a name?
And here are some more of the origin of Florida place names Lets start with Hialeah in Hillsborough County. Again this has its origins in Muskogee
Eating out in Orlando, plan ahead and save money.
Eating out when we are in Florida is a major part of our holiday and we love to plan which restaurants we will eat in during our trips. We have a few
Fort De Soto Park
For those of you who want a break from the Parks I think will you enjoy Fort De Soto Park which is a large park in Pinellas County with over 1, 100 ac
Virgin Megastore
A must for every time we are in Florida is a visit to the huge Virgin Megastore at Downtown Disney. Situated by the Planet Hollywood Restaurant and AM
Prime Outlets
Prime OutletsFancy a day of shopping where you don’t really have to shop until you drop, as all the stores are in easy walking distance? Then take a t
The Healthy Travel Checklist – Part 1
After the excitement of booking a trip or even bore your thoughts should turn to your health your health. Here are some handy pointers on how to prepa
Qatar: At a glance - Part 2
The Emir is the ruler of Qatar. Rule is hereditary, with power transferred from father to son. If no son is available, power is transferred to the per