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Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show We always enjoy spending Christmas in our beautiful villa in Orlando, but this year we had something new to look forward to when we visited the Disney parks. The new ‘extreme’ stunt show, ‘Lig... Viewed 8152 times.
We did this tour last year and can really recommend it to families with children between 5 and 12 that enjoy Magic Kingdom. The tour takes you on a one-of-a-kind interactive tour through Main St, Liberty Square, Tomorrowland and Fantasyland. D... Viewed 8599 times.
Now Lake Buena Vista was the first retail outlet that we discovered on our very first trip to Florida it is not on the scale of most of the others but still has this nice almost cosy feel to it, there a few designer shops but also a vanity fair where... Viewed 4152 times.
Hogwarts: the one place that pretty much every child secretly hopes he or she will be invited to attend when the heralded eleventh birthday rolls around. Unfortunately, I did not receive my green-inked letter, and to my utter astonishment and... Viewed 6890 times.
On a trip to our villa this year we decided to totally re-furnish the lounge area and were recommended to Four Corners Furniture at Cagan Crossings. Leaving our villa on Highlands Reserve and heading along the US27 towards the 192, we passed the majo... Viewed 6869 times.
There is a great series running in one of the sunday newspapers right now that asks celebrities to run through their perfect day. It is so entertaining that I would have a crack at doing my Perfect Florida Day. Though I am not a celebrity (yet! ) Viewed 5175 times.
The Dry Tortugas is one of Florida’s three National Parks. Visitors to Florida will almost certainly know of the Everglades National Park and may possibly have heard of the Biscayne National Park, but the Dry Tortugas are much less well known, mainly... Viewed 4681 times.
The Carousel of Progress has been one of the most popular attractions in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland since 1974. More guests have visited this show than in any other theatrical presentation in the history of American theatre. This att... Viewed 7330 times.
There are many places to dine out in the Orlando area, most of which are in the style of American diners. These are great for everyday dining, but sometimes it is nice to have a more special meal – and what better place than Café d’Antonio at Celebra... Viewed 8215 times.
We have always been fascinated by the different number plates on American cars in Florida, and have seen all but two state plates at the last count. If you take a look at the number plates on cars you will be able to see which state the car originate... Viewed 7806 times.
Those of us who have visited Orlando for many decades can well remember the times when you had to fly into Miami and make the four plus hours slog up to the theme park area (usually with over tired, fractious children) It was usch a blessi... Viewed 7014 times.
Disney's Wilderness Lodge -- part 1 We have stayed here a few times and I can truly say that the really magical time is the Christmas season. The hotel is one of Disney’s better with regard to the architecture from my point of view. Ho... Viewed 5572 times.
What else can be enjoyed in Orlando apart from theme parks? The answer to that question is simply, so much. Culture and Heritage. Apart from many museums and art galleries, there are often festivals such as the Florida Film Festival, the Fl... Viewed 6528 times.
Located just off the I4 at Orange City some 20 miles north of Orlando, Blue Spring State Park is best known for its manatee migration in the winter months between November and March. During this period these endangered creatures find the waters of th... Viewed 7398 times.
To do something really different why not take a trip to Boggy Creek and try the thrills of an airboat ride. It is nearly as good as some of the rides at Disney or Universal studios. The stunning beauty of the natural Florida Everglades is an ... Viewed 3867 times.
In June we visited our villa, and when we had to move out for the arrival of our next guests we decided to spend a couple of days in Tampa, just down the I-4. We were fortunate to find a wonderful mall nearby, the large, upscale Internati... Viewed 7995 times.
Universal City Walk is Universal’s answer to Downtown Disney and Disney’s Boardwalk. It too is set around a lake and has a mix of restaurants, clubs, cinema screens and shops. Unlike its Disney rivals though it’s not located in a separate are... Viewed 9724 times.
If this is your first visit to Florida you may be worried about driving, with different laws, bigger cars, the steering wheel on the wrong side, driving on the opposite side of the road. This article is written to try and guide you through the proces... Viewed 7558 times.
When my parents returned from a visit to our villa in Orlando they were eager to tell us about a new Irish pub that had opened at the end of 2008 and was opposite Cagan Crossing which is about a mile and a half from our villa at Lindfields. <... Viewed 8840 times.
With all the scaremongering about travelling to the United States of America, I thought I would update you with our experience of the new security systems in place at airports in the United Kingdom. We travelled on 30th December 2009 a few da... Viewed 6327 times.
Golf courses in the Orlando area provide for the beginner to the Pro. To a beginner it does seam rather intimidating but if you want to have a go Florida is the place to try it. All equipment is availably to hire you can hire golf carts, club... Viewed 9173 times.
Whenever I go to America, one of the things that I most enjoy is going to the theme parks. I love doing them because it brings unimaginable things to life. It takes you on an adventure of your own. One of the parks I most enjoy going to is Islands of... Viewed 8951 times.
Why do I own a villa Why do I own a villa? I really do not know It costs a lot of money For us to rarely go. We purchased it three years ago It is our pride and joy But the mortgage keeps on risingViewed 6806 times.
We first visited Florida over 30 years ago and at that time the only water park to visit was Wet and Wild. So visit we did; many times. And everybody loved it. I do not think there was anything in the world at that time like it. <... Viewed 5909 times.
Although we love the fun and excitement of Orlando, and especially being at our villa, we often fly into Miami, and try to fit in a couple of days in this fascinating and diverse city. Like us, many people love Miami – the rich and famous – b... Viewed 11116 times.
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