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Downtown Disney Check In
We have used this service every time we have flown Virgin and I highly recommend it. It means you can get rid of your cases early on the last day and
Saturday Nite Cruise at Kissimmee Old Town
My love of old classic cars has always simmered inside me and I was pleasantly surprised to learn of the weekly rally of old, veteran, classic and col
Driving tips for Florida
1. Always stay on the RIGHT of the road. 2. Safety belts are required for all front passengers, regardless of age. Children 5 years of age and younger
Tallinn: An overview - Part 10
Eating in the Old Town - continued Leib, which means “Back Bread”, is just outside the walls at the harbour end of the Old Town. You enter up steps
How far to Disney?
One of the most frequent questions potential guests often ask villa owners is, ' How far is it to Disney? ' Some first time guests have even been know
Menchies Frozen Yoghurt at The Loop
As villa owners it has always been a chore to try to persuade the children to shop – there are always things that need replacing, so a trip to ‘house’
Self Catering
One of the real advantages of renting your own vacation home is that you have the choice to cook your own meals, if preferred. For a family that can b
Lights, Cameras, Action!
When you visit Hollywood Studios, (that is the old MGM studios with a new name) You must make sure that you schedule in a visit to this show. Apart fr
A Few Do’s And Don’t’s On Your Trip To Florida
It may be obvious but there are lot things you can and can not take or do in Florida. First of all we all now know the restrictions for security of th
Disney’s Candlelight Processional at Epcot - 2007
Disney’s Candlelight Processional is held every Christmas holiday season. It takes place in the American Gardens Theatre, which is situated in Walt Di
DUNNS CREEK
Dunns Creek is situated in Pomona Park on the St John River, on the U. S. 17. south, 4 miles from Satsuma and about 15 miles from Palatta. This area h
Eating Out In The Orlando Area
There is a wealth of restaurants and fast food outlets in and around the Kissimmee/Lake Buena Vista areas in Orlando. Most restaurants offer "
Manny’s Original Chophouse
If you would like a meal with a difference – one from an original diner rather than one from one of the popular chain restaurants, try Manny’s Chophou
Arabian Nights Dinner Show
This is the first dinner show we have been to as we had avoided them because there is a vegetarian in the family and we thought there would be nothing
Sea World
Tips when visiting Sea World Sea World really is my favorite park, I don' t do the rides but love the shows. There really is something to interest
‘Must do’s’ at Universal Studios
As villa owners our guests often ask us what are the ‘must do’ attractions at each of the parks. Obviously this does depend on the age and make up of
The West Coast of the Southern Alps - Part 2
The West Coast of the Southern Alps - Part 2 The Westport Karamea Buller area- is well known for its rich coal mining history in addition to its ab
Irlo Bronson: who was he?
I am sure most of you will have travelled the Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway and wondered who Irlo was; well I decided to find out and now I can tell y
Try a day at the beach for a change
If you would like to try something different from theme parks while you are in Florida, why not try a day at the coast. There are many areas to choose
East Coast Beaches
If you are staying in Orlando for long enough to have a few rest days from all the hustle and bustle of the theme parks then why not try a day at the
Boston Lobster Feast (1)
My Father is particularly fond of Lobster and all kinds of fish so my parents have been dining at Boston Lobster Feast sine they opened in the early 1
Robbie's Marina - feed the tarpon
During our recent stay in Florida we decided to spend a few days away from our villa and drive down to the Keys. We stayed overnight in Key Largo - at
Champagne Brunch at the Rennaisance Resort Orlando
Champagne Brunch - at the Renaissance Resort (opposite the Seaworld entrance just off I4. This is my favourite treat in Florida - for eating out. It i
Typhoon Lagoon Refurbished part 6
It was the afternoon of our visit to the newly refurbished Typhoon Lagoon and having had already had lunch and a ride on Gang Plank Falls my parents h
Mickeys Not So Scary Halloween Party.
During select nights from September until Beginning of November, Disney’s Magic Kingdom hosts Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, this is a separat