Random Florida Guide articles
Ride Guide – Pirates of the Caribbean
The ride that inspired the films that has now inspired the ride! How convoluted is that? As you walk between Frontierland and the central hub of the M
Salute Restaurant, Key West - Part 2
Continued from part 1 After two lovely lunches we had not intended to go to Salute again but on our third evening we were going on a sunset cruise
Vegetarian Food in Orlando
When I think of American food, I think of steaks, hamburgers and ribs. Not the greatest options for vegetarians! However, as a vegetarian and regular
A visit to Celebration
Something that we do on most of our visits to the Disney area is to spend a half day visiting the Disney Celebration community. If you are in the gene
Wildlife in Florida - A Short Guide
Florida’s wildlife covers a huge spectrum, from birds and butterflies to panthers and alligators. The most common birds include snowy egrets and i
Utrecht and the surrounding area - Part 1
When you visit Amsterdam and the surrounding area many people forget that the small province of Utrecht is close by. Its namesake city is both lively
Bull Riding on South Gulf Coast
Bull Riding at Charlotte County Fairground – South Gulf Coast, FloridaIf you want to try something different then why not go to a Bull Riding Meeting.
Universal Studios vs Disney
I often get asked is Universal Studios better than the Disney parks? Normally people who are on their very first visits ask this because they are tryi
Animal Kingdom - A Great Day Out
Animal Kingdom is Disney’s fourth theme park in Orlando Florida, opened in 1998, and with 500 acres, it is Disney’s largest worldwide theme park and f
Eating at Applebee's
Applebee’s Neighbourhood Grill and BarOn our last trip to Miami, following a visit to our villa in Orlando, we were pleased to discover an Applebee’s
The State Nicknames – Part 7
On our trips to Florida we have always been fascinated by the licence plates on cars which display each state’s nickname. These nicknames reflect the
Dining at Dixie Crossroads
There are several reasons you may find yourself on the East coast of Florida, perhaps you' ve had a trip to St. Augustine, the oldest city in North Am
Alternatives to theme parks
As villa owners who travel to Florida every year, it is often a challenge to find something new to do. However, Orlando never disappoints and here are
Escapeology Orlando (escape room)
Are you looking for something different to do when you are in Orlando? If you like a good challenge then this is the place for you. The concept is to
Eating Out in Orlando
Food and drink is very much cheaper than in Europe when you are looking at the non fine dining end of the range. A steak house or restaurant will char
DON PEDRO ISLAND
Don Pedro island is situated in Boca Grande on Floridas south west (Gulf) coast in Charlotte County. This is mid way between Fort Myers and Sarasota.
Florida Mall (Orlando)
Florida Mall is located on the intersection of Sandlake Road and Orange Blossom Trail. It’s a covered and air conditioned mall, so it’s ideal for h
Visiting Marrakech – What you should know before you go - Part 5
General Information Although it is a Muslim country for business and shopping hours much of Morocco follows a Monday to Friday working week. Busine
Utrecht and the surrounding area :- Part 9
Entertainment and travelling around TivoliVredenburg is a concert venue. It has been a fixture on the Oudegracht for decades. The Tivoli pop music
MADISON BLUE SPRING
Madison Blue Spring State Park is located on the west bank of the Withlacoochee River, 10 miles east of Madison close to the GA State line. It was bou
Ellies first visit to Florida, day 1
Saturday 21. 4. 07Wahoo! We arrived at Manchester Airport mum, dad, my sister Chloe, Uncle Mark and Auntie Jan and me, Eloise. We were all ready to se
Thomas Edison and Henry Ford and Fort Myers
If you are visiting around the area of Fort Myers, take some time out to go to the Edison Ford Museum if you can. This is the winter residence of both
Celebration Health and Fitness
When in Florida you may wish to maintain your fitness level or burn off some of those extra calories that you seem to be eating because you can’t say
Disney Fun facts – Part 3
Here are some more of the less well known facts and figures about Walt Disney World.The DNA Tower at the entrance to Epcot Wonders of Life pavilion is
Dry Tortugas National Park
We had read that a trip to Dry Tortugas National Park was one of the top ten things to do when visiting the Florida Keys. It certainly hadn’t been on