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We have just returned from another wonderful holiday in Florida. We have been many times before and this time we decided to try Sweet Tomatoes making it a change from our usual haunts such as Olive Garden, TGI Friday, Mannys Steakhouse and Golden Cor... Viewed 7013 times.
Tired of the hustle, bustle and noise of the theme parks? Why not try a peaceful half day at Historic Bok Sanctuary, home of the Bok Carillon Tower? The Sanctuary is off the 27. You turn left a few miles after the turn off for Cypress Gardens... Viewed 6997 times.
I am a fan of T. K. Maxx in England and over the last few years there have been many stores opened in the Orlando area. Over here, for some reason I was unable to establish, they are called T. J. Maxx. These stores sell overstocks and last season... Viewed 5232 times.
Having not been to Universal Studios and IOA for a few years, we were pleased and surprised to find that on a visit in April, your ticket into Universal (if used on a Saturday) has the added bonus, of the Mardi Gras celebrations. Not being too sur... Viewed 7600 times.
If, like me, you visited Disney World this year, you will undoubtedly have seen promotions for the ‘Year of a Million Dreams. ’ This wonderful celebration followed on from the Millenia 2000 celebrations, Walt Disney’s ‘100 years of Magic’ birthday ce... Viewed 7278 times.
I have always had a bit of a love/hate relationship with Epcot over the last few years. Sometimes I love it-especially in springtime if it’s now too crowded and they have the flower festival on and other times when it’s really hot and busy I feel lik... Viewed 8755 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 9346 times.
While all the fun of the theme parks is what most of you go to Orlando for, do remember to take breaks in between the days or you will be exhausted. At the height of the season you could arrive at a park when it opens at 7am and not leave until it cl... Viewed 8117 times.
It won’t be long before Seaworld opens its brand new water park, Aquatica. Work started on it in early 2006 but its opening is now scheduled for March 2008, so all you lucky guests who are visiting after that date will get the chance to visit this gr... Viewed 7238 times.
Well folks, it is Mardi Gras time again at Universal Studios. Every year this is the most anticipated event and for 2002, they seem to have topped even themselves! The 2012 concert line up has such names as Kelly Clarkson (who is current... Viewed 5723 times.
Many visitors come to Florida for different reasons, but for us its for the Theme Parks, the Sun Shine and of course the relaxed atmosphere. Magic Kingdom is one of our favourites and it is always a big deal for us when we plan our day there. Viewed 8481 times.
Ridgewood Lakes is located just 15 minutes south of Disney and represents exceptional value - lots of golf for the price you pay. The course was rated by Golf Digest in 1994 as "Best New Course" and one of the "Top 30 Cours... Viewed 7763 times.
This year the theme was ‘Fun in the Sun’ and on entering the park via the front entrance the first photo opportunity presented itself. Life sized sphagnum topiaries of Mickey and Minnie, backed by Goofy on a surfboard cresting a wave, and the Epcot ‘... Viewed 6438 times.
I am lucky that my parents have a house in Orlando and I have watched the mountain grow over two years. First it was a small base with scaffolding, then last summer a complete mountain which was brown in colour. On my visit this time it has snow! ... Viewed 6865 times.
There are a few essentials to take on your Florida holiday. As well as your passports, driving licence, travel insurance, car hire voucher, flight tickets etc, there is one other essential - money. Whilst a Florida holiday is great value, and ... Viewed 8044 times.
Review of ‘Taste of China’ I would definitely recommend ‘Taste of China’ to anyone visiting the Orlando area. Whilst everyone knows that Florida is home to some of the best steak houses and buffet restaurants they also have a good Chinese rest... Viewed 7971 times.
Florida 'Standard ' speed limits Municipal speed areas = 30mph Business or Residential Area = 30 mph Rural Interstate Limited = 70 mph Limited access highways = 70 mph All other roads and highways = 55 mph* Viewed 11313 times.
If you fancy going somewhere a little different while you are in Florida, you can’t do better than a trip to Kissimmee Old Town. On our last visit we were determined to see some of the places we hadn’t seen before & we had a great afternoon ou... Viewed 9236 times.
Yalaha Bakery A long way to go for bread but it’s worth it. Over the years we have come to accept the fact that despite the many great meals and food which we enjoy in Florida, we have never found a local bakery to rival the ... Viewed 8159 times.
Cypress gardens Florida is Florida’s oldest ‘Theme Park’. To get there you take I4 west to exit 55 or if you are travelling along Hwy 27 you go south. You travel along until you reach state road 540 ‘cypress gardens boulevard’ this is a right ... Viewed 7851 times.
Over the years, I have found that many of my guests do not realise that the Universal Halloween nights run through september and october (on selected nights) Well they most certainly do and at the foot of this article I will list the dates... Viewed 6138 times.
Apart from just allowing you to meander at will around their theme parks Disney also give you the added option, for a price, to look behind the scenes on a variety of guided tours. Having previously done the Keys to the Kingdom tour, this year, as we... Viewed 7329 times.
On our most recent visit to the villa we decided to take a trip down to the Keys. We wanted to share with you some of the interesting things we did and the best places we ate in. You may wish to take a visit too. . . . . . We drove do... Viewed 7693 times.
Twinned with Universal Studios, the Island of Adventures is my favourite Orlando theme park. The recent addition of the Harry Potter Wizarding World has cemented its' popularity in my child-like mind. In the world before Harry, the Islands ha... Viewed 7537 times.
Of all of the various restaurant chains in the Orlando area, Red Lobsters are definitely a family favourite. There are several different restaurant locations, all in popular areas, so they are definitely easy to find. The quality of the restaurants h... Viewed 7132 times.
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