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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
SILVER SPURS RODEO
Looking for something a bit different, get a bit fed up with all the usual events? Well I can let you into a few secrets that miss the tourist trail a
Japan on a budget - Part 1
You might think that to experience Japan will mean that you need to spend a small fortune. However with transport deals free sights and a bit of e
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
St Augustine - The city and history
With its old world charm and unique attractions it easy to see why ‘The Nation’s Oldest City’ is one of Florida’s top holiday destinations.Founded in
Ming Court Restaurant
Ming Court is located at 9188 International Drive. This is about one mile south of Sand Lake Road and a mile North of the Beach Line Expressway. It is
Great Meals at Applebees on Highway 27
The more we go to this restaurant the more we are impressed with the service and the standard of the food. Our villa is at Lindfields situated jus
What can we do on a rainy day in Orlando?
What can we do on a rainy day in Orlando? Even in the Sunshine State it does rain sometimes! Especially when one of those tropical storms occasionally
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 57
THINGS TO DO :-- Golf Courses GOLFING IN PUNTA DE MITA, NUEVO VALLARTA & PUERTO VALLARTA There are seven world-class golf courses located in
Two centre stay options
When looking to book a stay in Florida a lot of people do not realise that Florida it is a great location to journey further afield or maybe use the b
BIG LOTS
Have you ever noticed stores called Big Lots as you travel round Florida; I bet you have and I also bet that you have never gone in! Well I am hoping
Cyprus: Nature highlights - Part 2
Cyprus has a wonderful variety of habitats suitable for many species of animal. This is due to the variety of landscapes on the island, each with thei
Berry Town Centre, Davenport
Berry Town Centre is located on the US27 off Sandmine Road in Davenport and is the local shopping centre for day to day shopping when we are at our vi
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 7
Arriving in Puerto Vallarta continued:- If you are just planning to stay in a resort then the most convenient mode of transport from the airport is
Airboats at Boggy Creek
Florida is well known for the Everglades, an area which fascinates a lot of visitors. However, if you are staying in the Disney area, a trip to the Ev
Old Town
Old town is located in Kissimmee at mile marker 9 on highway 192. It is a very unusual place and is supposed to represent Florida as it was in its old
Miami Beach
When most people refer to Miami, they are in all probability actually talking about Miami Beach. Downtown Miami is on the west bank of Biscayne Bay wh
Deck the Halls at Celebration Part 1
DECK THE HALLS AT CELEBRATION part 1 On the first day of our visit to our villa in late November we all headed off to Celebration Town for my Fathe
Florida’s Natural History
The Florida I fell in love with in the 1970’s, when I first visited with my parents, was not the one of theme parks or even the expanse of white sandy
Orange Tree Community, Florida
We are proud owners of a five bed roomed single story vacation home with its own private pool and spa, built on the Orange Tree community and here in
Pinky's Ice Cream Shop.
Do you have a sweet tooth? Well if you do then no day at the beach complete without at least one ice cream cone? Then forgo the beach vendor and head
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
Posner Park Shopping Mall
Posner Park is located on Highway 27 at the junction with the I4 and just about ten minutes away from our villas. On our last trip over we were lookin
hot air balloons
I recently decided to take a hot air balloon ride. This was something I was very nervous about initially because I am very scared of heights. I was to
Often asked questions
As a villa owner I am asked many questions by holiday makers about villa rental and associated questions about Florida. I shall try and answer some of