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Flights
When is the best time to book flights to Florida? To be honest there is no hard and fast rule on this subject and many people find they are either luc
Visit Mount Dora
Mount Dora, set amongst the citrus groves of Lake County, this town is one of the prettiest Victorian settlements left in the State. It’s name comes f
Walt Disney World – Tips - Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom covers over 500 Acres – so make sure those shoes are comfy! For an insiders look at Disney's Animal Kingdom, check out the "Wild B
Self Drive Airboats
If you like to do your own thing and not be part of a larger group then you might enjoy a gentle exploration of Shingle Creek which is accessed from t
All about Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale is a popular tourist destination on the Atlantic coast, 23 miles north of Miami. Originally it got its name after a series of forts bu
Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf – Summer Course
The tale behind this wonderful miniature golf is that on a moonlit Christmas Eve Santa Claus found the ideal spot for a vacation for both himself and
Wantilan Luau Buffet and Entertainment
Fancy taking part in an authentic evening of Polynesian food and entertainment at the Wantilan Luau? This weekly dinner show is held every Friday and
Italian Lakes: The Greenway Walks - Part 7
There are numerous, ancient amazing proofs, starting from the Romanesque churches in the city: above all, Sant’Abbondio, San Fedele and San Carpoforo,
Winter Park Part Two
Having so much enjoyed our first afternoon in Winter Park we decided to set out for a full day the second time we visited. We decided to start slowly
Visit San Francisco @ Universal Studios
When we visit Universal Studios we usually go to the San Francisco area either before of after our ride on Jaws or at lunchtime when we are ready for
An overview of Marrakech – Part 15
Parks and Gardens Marrakech’s has numerous gardens and parks, a summary of which is shown after the section below. However the most famous is proba
Getting the Most Out Of Your Fastpass
Fastpasses are great if you use them well but you really do need to put some thought into when and where you will use them before you get to the Parks
Longhorns
We were introduced to Longhorns Steakhouse on our first visit to Florida several years ago. We now make sure that we pay at least one visit to this ex
Things to carry with you at the Parks
As with many public venues these days you will have to pass through Security Checks as you enter the Parks. To make the security checks go faster, unz
Economy Family Dining
First of all, be assured that portion sizes are so large in the US that economy doesn’t mean still hungry! If there are a lot of people in your group
Tallinn: Old Town in Depth - Part 27
Museum for Puppet Arts NUKU Visitors get a behind the scenes look at the city' s famous puppet theatre which has operated since 1952, at this mixtu
Walt; his life and times!
We love Disneyworld; oh yes we certainly do; but I wonder how much you know about its founder? Walt Disney was an American who was born in Chicago
LOWER WEKIVA RIVER
Lower Wekiva River State Park is situated both in Eustis and Sanford; the southern end is 9 miles west of Sanford off S. R. 46. and the north entrance
Drive Safely
If you are from the UK, as you already know, Americans drive on the 'wrong' side of the road. The times when you are more likely to make a mi
Things to do in Orlando in cool weather
Having been a regular traveller to Florida for the past 20 years, I find myself in the unusual situation of being here during what is the longest spel
Hot Air Ballooning in Florida
As a birthday treat, my husband had booked a trip in a hot air balloon for me and my youngest son (one child goes free). As Stuart (hubby) and Jamie (
Mardi Gras comes to Orlando!
Having not been to Universal Studios and IOA for a few years, we were pleased and surprised to find that on a visit in April, your ticket into Univers
Getting Ready to Go
You have booked your flights, found the villa of your dreams and now the rest of the planning begins You must have travel insurance. There ar
YELLOW RIVER MARSH
Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park is one mile north of intersection of the C. R. 191 and the C. R. 281. This is where the Blackwater Bay and the
Country Bear Jamboree
The Country Bear Jamboree stage show attraction is located in between Frontierland and Liberty Square in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. It opened