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Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is exactly what it says, it’s very merry and loads of fun for all the family. If you happen to be in Orlando from
Eating out in Orlando
I thought I would compile a short document of eating out in Florida as we seem to learn about something new every time we go. It is of course similar
Tarpon Springs (6)
Tarpon Springs is a small town on the Gulf Coast about half an hour's drive north of Clearwater.If you fancy a different day out - to get away from th
Bahama Breeze
As this was recommended to us by several different people within the space of a couple of days, we decided to give it a go. Upon arrival we had two ch
Germany: City of Mannheim
The Rhine and Neckar rivers meet at Southwest Germany’s second largest city, where tradition is matched with innovation. The grid like street pattern
Legoland special events.
Have you been to Legoland yet? Not the one in Surrey but Legoland Florida. This is situated where Cypress Gardens used to be and an easy drive from yo
Wekiwa Springs State Park
Wekiwa comes from the Creek Indian world translating as ‘flowing river’. Just minutes from Orlando is this beautiful natural state park ready for expl
San Jose’s Original Mexican Restaurant, Clermont
For fans of Mexican food there’s a quietly kept secret from tourists on Highway 27 - San Jose’s Original Mexican Restaurant. Just ten to fifteen minut
Mall at Millenia
The Mall at Millenia must be one of the most stunning and spectacular enclosed shopping malls anywhere in the world. No expense has been spared on the
The A1A Coastal Road - the Atlantic Coast of Florida
“The Scenic & Historic A1A Coastal Road is more than a name – it’s a state of being. ” We picked it up in Daytona and travelled up Ocean Shore Bou
Eating Out Whilst In Florida
Eating out in Florida is something of an experience, whether you decide on the all time favourites like KFC, the burger restaurants like Burger King o
The visit to The Ponce Den Leon lighthouse.
The Ponce De Leon Inlet Lighthouse Museumwas built in 1887 and is one of only a few lighthouses left in the United States. You start your visit at the
Forward Planning
Planning ahead for that special holiday ( or as our American friends say Vacation ) can make such a difference to everything if a little thought and f
Bay of Naples - Part 2
ISCHIA To continue on this journey you need to travel across the bay on a hydrofoil to your next stop which is the lava formed island of Ischia. Th
Disney for Those with Special Needs
Disney for those with Special NeedsDisney World is a magical place and need be no less so for those with special needs. If you have any concerns your
Smokey Bones BBQ and Grill
It was our daughter who first introduced us to Smokey Bones BBQ and Grill in Boca Raton. We had flown in to Miami to visit her when she was doing her
Travel Insurance
Don''t think of saving money by not getting comprehensive travel insurance for your Florida visit! Ideally, you should take out travel insurance a
A Morning at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
On our visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios last year the latest ride; Toy Story 4D, had only just opened and we had not wanted to waits hours to exper
Typhoon Lagoon Refurbished Part 1
Over recent years we had always gone to Blizzard Beach as our favourite Water Park but when we visited in March it was closed for refurbishment so we
Kobe Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar
For a unique dining experience, with freshly cooked, delicious food I can highly recommend Kobe’s Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar. Heading east on
A Visit to Main Street - Part 1
Main Street can be very busy especially before during and immediately after the Parade so it is easy to miss all that there is to enjoy there. Some vi
Driving in Florida
Driving in Florida is a lot simpler and more enjoyable than driving in the UK. Most rental cars will be automatics. The handbrake may also be differen
Fishing on the Florida Keys
The Florida Keys is a fisherman’s paradise with many types of fishing available. Apparently more saltwater world records have been established in the
Self catering doesn’t have to mean cooking!
When you start to plan your villa holiday one thing to remember is that although most Florida villas are a far cry from the caravans, chalets and tent
New Ride at Aquatica for 2010
We visited Aquatica for the first time in August, 2009, and we were very impressed with this, the latest water park in Orlando. Smaller than either of