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The Outback Steakhouse

The first time someone asked me where the nearest Outback was I thought they were asking a question about a nature reserve! Fortunately they explained

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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

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Celebration at Christmas

One of my favourite places in Central Florida is Celebration. I like the peaceful atmosphere. The houses look like they came from the early 19th or 20

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SEAWORLD Part 1

If you love sealife, fast rides and beautiful scenery, then SeaWorld is for you. This is one place that is a “must visit” for us on every single trip

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Universal Studios - New York

Here is a guide to each area of Universal Studios with info on the rides, restaurants and shops in each “land” The different areas consist of: Pro

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Cagan Crossings

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. L

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Breakfast at Celebration

Celebration is only three miles from our villa so we often go there to enjoy the tranquillity and get away from the hustle and bustle of Orlando and t

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Red Lobster

We love dining at Red Lobster – it seems like it’s never the same place twice! That’s probably because of the different promotional periods that they

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Surfing and Windsurfing in Florida

Although surfers can enjoy the entire Atlantic coast, the really prime spots are the 20-mile stretch of beach between Fort Lauderdale and Miami Beach,

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Another View of Town of Celebration

We have always loved visiting the town of Celebration as we find it extremely charming and almost a world away from normal life. It’s always seemed to

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Things to do in Florida

Staying in a villa near to Disney World Orlando and surrounding areas is less expensive than most people think. These days it’s not considered to be a

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Spend a day in Walmart!

What a strange title you may well be thinking! As a Brit, if you have never been to Florida, or indeed the USA before, prepare yourself for a surprise

9007 views8/10/2007
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Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 32

Hotel Zone The Hotel Zone is the area of Puerto Vallarta where there are a lot of nice hotels, resorts and modern high rise condo buildings. It is

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Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom is the flagship of Disney. The 100+ acres are arranged into different lands surrounding Cinderella’s Castle. Once you have parked&nbs

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Best Park for Teenagers – Islands of Adventure!

Having just recently returned from Orlando with my 14 year old step son I have seen the parks through his eyes. As he has not been before we let him p

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Historic bok tower and Sanctuary

If you want to get away from it all and enjoy a little bit of peace and tranquillity then take yourself down the 27 to Bok Tower and Sanctuary. I must

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Why not learn to sail – Part 1

It’s amazing how often the chance to do some sailing happens when you’re travelling. So if you don’t just want to be a passenger here’s how to get sta

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Which Ticket?

Tickets which ones? Having just spent a number of days visiting the 4 Disney parks it makes one realise how carefully you should consider which co

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San Pedro Underwater Archaeological Preserve

San Pedro Under Water Archaeological Preserve State Park is situated one and a quarter miles south from Indian Key and is under 18 feet of water. This

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A Day on Disney Castaway Cay

A day on Disney’s private island is part of most of their Caribbean cruises. The first cruise we went on was in February and we were unable to visit t

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CRUISING DIRECTORY - PART 4

I bet you can hardly believe how much there is to learn about cruising! But don’t let it put you off. You will soon be using all the jargon like an ol

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Fantasy of Flight Day Trip

The attraction called Fantasy of Flight is just what it says and a dream outing for all those interested in flying. This museum is the brain child of

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Tips when visiting Universal

I thought you may like a couple of general tips that apply to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure which could be of help and interest to y

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Disney''s Animal Kingdom

This is Disney’s newest park and has a totally unique character. The pace is here is much slower than the other parks & the landscaping is just br

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Marshall's

Marshall’s is an outlet style store with branches through out the Orlando area and also States wide. Similar to TJ MAXX but a bit more upmarket and qu

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