Random Florida Guide articles
Florida Adventure Tour
If you want a day away from the parks and do not mind an early start then try the Florida Adventure Tour. This all day adventure will allow you to
Barcelona - Part 2
The life of one of the world’s most famous artistic talents is the central theme of one of the world’s finest museums, the Museu Picasso in Barcelona.
Windwood Bay
Windwood Bay is a newly finished tranquil community surrounded by conservation areas and forests. Perfectly located on the quiet 54, approximately 2 m
The Market St Gallery Celebration. Part 1
Orlando is full of retail opportunities, the theme park stores, Downtown Disney, the outlet Malls and of course The Florida Mall to name but a few. Ho
Naples
If you fancy travelling a little further afield, during your stay in Orlando, we can thoroughly recommend a trip south to Naples. An overnight stay is
A morning at Lake Eola!
Every time I visit Lake Eola, I think how nice it is. TOP TIP, time your visit for a sunday when they have a craft market and often some entertainment
Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 30
If you have been reading through this set of articles in sequence you might remember, that in part 25, I gave a list of some of the other things you m
Eleven at Reunion Resort
If you are celebrating a special event, or just enjoy a special meal out, Eleven at Reunion Resort at junction 58 off the I4 is certainly the place to
BILL BAGGS CAPE
Bill Baggs State Park is located on Key Biscayne, in south west Florida Coming from Miami take the Rickenbecker causeway and proceed as far as you can
Macau - Part 1
A tiny speck in the South China Sea, just an hour by ferry west of Hong Kong, Macau never fails to charm visitors with its unexpected mix of Portugues
Just Desserts – a sweet tooth’s guide to Florida
Every time, we go to Florida, as soon as we get off the plane, my mouth starts watering in anticipation of all the lovely desserts I am going to encou
Soarin
When we last visited Epcot Centre top of our “must do” list was a visit to The Land pavilion to try out the latest ride, Soarin’. Soarin opened at the
A walking tour of Historic Orlando
Downtown Historic Orlando is 8 blocks of buildings that tell the commercial and local government story of this City. The buildings were constructed be
Animal Kingdom. “Festival of the Lion King”
Animal Kingdom at Disney World in Orlando is a great place to visit and I would recommend you not to miss the FABULOUS LION KING SHOW. It’s called “Th
Tallinn: Old Town in Depth - Part 43
The broad scope of Estonian design can be seen in small galleries, design boutiques, and fashion stores. You will find many unique, handcrafted pieces
Chevrolet Equinox - standard SUV
On a very short recent visit to Florida I chose to use Alamo to supply my rental car for our 1 week stay. On this trip I chose a Chevrolet Equinox AWD
Roller Coaster Design
Having written about a number of the roller coasters I have ridden, it dawned on me that much about the engineering and design of these sophisticated
Big Cat Rescue - Tampa
We recently visited Big Cat Rescue, which is located north of Tampa and an easy drive from the Orlando area, and I can thoroughly recommend it to you
What’s so great about Universal Studios Part 5
So we have just done the Men in Black “Alien Attack” ride which is really great fun, it’s only a short walk to the next ride “The Simpsons Ride” now I
Mickeys 'Not so scary Halloween'- Magic Kingdom
Around Oct time each Year Mickey Mouse throws a large Not-so-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom. For an extra admission fee (not covered by your H
Tallinn: An overview – Part 12
Budget places to eat. Road Food is tucked away on a tiny lane immediately behind the Town Hall Tower. You would not find it unless you know where
An owners 'holiday':shopping and fun!
And so. . . . . the deep clean is done (check) all marks magic sponged /repainted (check) all maintenance issues have been addressed (check) any stray
Flanigan's Seafood Bar and Grill, Boca Raton
We first visited this restaurant when our daughter was working in Boca Raton, as part of her degree course. Although we visit our villa regularly each
Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 52
The park and forest has become a magnet for rock climbers, who flock to the jagged faces and broken pinnacles around the Red River Gorge area. It is a
A Walk On The Wild Side!
Any visitor to Central Florida cannot help noticing how much land remains undeveloped. For us thrills and excitement are not found at the theme parks