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Islands with a Difference - Part 6
LAMU, KENYA The population of about 20, 000 lives in just 80 sq km. Recently times have been hard for Lamu. Unrest in the region provoked gover
FANNING SPRINGS
Fanning Springs State Park is on the U. S. Highway 19/18 right on the Suwannee River. The popular song 'Old Folks At Home' was written about this area
The South Florida Museum
The South Florida Museum is situated in Bradenton on Floridas Gulf Coast. Alongside the more conventional museum is a planetarium and Manatee refuge.
Mount Rushmore
The towering symbol of US democracy at Mount Rushmore has just celebrated 75 controversial years just recently. If you go to see this fantastic work t
Visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
We were all very excited when what seems like ages ago Universal announced it was going to include the attraction of Harry Potter at its Island of Adv
Applebees
I am delighted to recommend Applebees Neighbourhood Bar & Grill. The restaurants are not located in tourist areas but in local neighbourhoods used
Typhoon Lagoon in June
This was the first time we had visited our villa in the month of June and although it was wonderful to see so much blossom on the trees and flowers on
Parasailing at theContemporary Resort
Friends of ours, who I must admit are dare devils, went to the Contemporary Resort and came back full of enthusiasm for their parasailing experience.A
Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom is Disneys newest and smartest park. Opening in April 1998 Animal Kingdom is a peaceful and relaxing park where you can roam around the
Vista del Lago - The Perfect Location
Vista del Lago is a beautiful tree-lined manufactured home resort located in a prime position less than 5 miles west of Disney. Set around several nat
Epcot's Miniature Railway Train Garden
Disney put on certain events at quieter times of the year to attract more guests to EPCOT. The major two are the Food and Wine Festival in the fall an
Discovery Cove - Best Ever Park Visit
Discovery CoveWe have just returned from Orlando where we visited Discovery Cove. This was a must do of ours for many years and we finally were able t
Disney Springs
Wonder what Disney Springs is? Can’t find Downtown Disney anymore? Well, Disney Springs is the renamed Downtown Disney from September 2015! The whole
Tip for Florida with Kids
Having travelled with kids, here are just a few tips we found made our holiday that little more relaxing. Before you go, buy some Disney Dollars from
Denny’s
For those visitors to Florida who like their food fast and hot, Denny’s is without doubt, the place to visit. Denny’s is an American tradition, great
Outlet Malls of Florida
Want a bargain? Then try Florida’s famous outlet malls for designer wear, children’s clothes household goods and sports apparel, and shop till you dro
Eating at Epcot (6)
For dinner in The World Showcase, your world is your oyster. Each one of the “countries” represented has their own restaurant which serves high qualit
Epcot – World Showcase – Germany
For priority seating at The Biergarten call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, Germany is the 4th if you are going clockwise a
First visit to Disney
We’ve often had guests who have said they want to do all of Disney – some staying just five days – including travelling time. However, they don’t reco
Wet 'n Wild - Part 3
So now we have established that this is a great water park what else does it have to offer? Well here we go with part 3 of my experiences and other th
Explore Venice
If you are ever on the Gulf Coast it is well worth spending a day in Venice. Despite traveling along the Gulf Coast for many years last year was the f
Cruising – Hiring a Car in Cozumel
One of the most interesting parts of a cruise is deciding what you want to see when your ship arrives in port. You can, of course, play safe and go wi
Explore Sea World
Sea World is one of the non-Disney attractions but with the advent of three major thrill rides it has become one of the “must sees” of Orlando. Althou
Gatorland-2
When we first drove by the entrance to Gatorland, we weren’t impressed! There is a huge green plaster alligator’s mouth surrounding the entrance to th
Key West Trolley Tour
One of the best ways to see Key West is to take the Old Town Trolley Tour. The ninety-minute tour covers the whole of Key West. You are able to get of