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Jungle Cruise

The Jungle Cruise is one of Disney’s original rides and is never the same twice due to the ongoing narration from the boat’s captain. Some skippers ar

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The New 'Lighter' Mission Space

I have to admit to being a real wimp where roller coasters are concerned, but I simply love Mission Space at Epcot. It has to be my favourite ride of

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Florida Theme Park Overview

If there is one single feature that tempts children and adults alike to Florida, it is the astounding quality and sheer number of its theme parks. Onc

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Safety on holiday

Safety in OrlandoNo one wants their holiday ruined by an accident that can be avoided if care is taken. Here are some things that might seem obvious b

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Christmas in Orlando

Orlando is a magical place at any time of year but never more so than at Christmas. If you go to Universal Studios do not miss Macy’s Holiday para

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THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP, SAWGRASS – PRACTICE DAY

I’m not a golfer and have never had any interest but Dave wanted to go to the Players this year. Some friends of ours went last year and said what a g

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The Florida Aquarium – an overview

The Florida Aquarium was established in 1995, covers over 200, 000 square feet and is rated as one of the top ten aquariums in the United States. The

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Qatar at a glance - Part 1

Qatar is a peninsula of 11, 521sq located halfway down the west coast of the Arabian Gulf. The capital city is situated on a calm bay halfway along th

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Boggy Creek Airboat Rides

Ever since we started visiting Florida in 1993 we have been planning a ride on an airboat. Somehow we never seemed to find time to fit one in but this

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Boma Breakfast Buffet

If you want a change from breakfast in your villa or from one of the chains selling all u can eat breakfasts I really would recommend you try Boma’s b

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The 'New' Aventura Mall, Miami

We all love shopping but Aventura Mall, just north of Miami, and a short hop from the beaches, provides a great shopping experience. However, once it

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Weeki Wachee Springs

Following a recent visit to Florida some friends of ours mentioned that they had set out to visit Weeki Wachee Springs and see the mermaids, but had t

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EPCOT - DINING IN NORWAY

When my parents holiday in Florida without the rest of the family they nearly always visit Epcot and dine at one of the world showcases.Earlier this y

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My Florida holiday diary day 5

My Florida holiday diary day 5 Yet another early start. We have a lovely breakfast outside on the deck, watching the eagles soar above and the mist

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San Sebastian Winery – St Augustine

OK… so you’ve had a couple of days to enjoy the stunning architecture of St Augustine, together with its wonderful old buildings and Spanish fortifica

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What to see and do in Auckland - Part 4

THINGS TO DO continued Potiki Adventures This group offer a Maori Experience, with things like Flax Weaving, Native Bush Walking and a West Coas

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Enjoy the adventure for yourself!

Islands of Adventure, I really think this has now become one of my favorite parks - a theme park which seemed to me to have some thing for everyone of

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An Evening at Downtown Disney

Having had recommendations from guests who had stayed at our villa we decided to spend a few hours at Downtown Disney to go on the new Characters of F

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DAYTONA....ONE TANK ADVENTURES.

If you find yourself staying in Daytona then you will want to investigate the State Parks " One Tankfull Adventures" There is a long list of

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Adventure Island.........worth the drive?

Adventure Island is located right opposite Busch Gardens and is a water park. This attraction opened over 30 years ago and its' theming is influenced

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Mel's Diner

We had been to Universal many times before we decided to go to Mel’s Diner to eat. If you have visited Universal you are sure to have noticed Mels whi

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Boggy Creek Airboat Rides

Boggy Creek has a large campground and we went to the two Airboat ride locations on their vast property. This was the Southport location at the end of

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Aquatica - The Water Park Near Sea World

Aquatica is Seaworld’s new Water Park and it opened in March 2008. If you like Water Parks you will love this one it has a dolphin plunge, lazy river

16294 views5/4/2008
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Vacation trip to Lowry Zoo, Tampa, Florida

As a change from the normal tourist agenda we decided to have a day away from Orlando and the normal attractions and visit the Tampa Bay zoo – named L

8056 views7/4/2011
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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

9472 views2/14/2009