Epcot Concert Schedule at the International Food and Wine Festival
Held annually from the end of September through October and into November this popular event has now expanded to 45 days, we have visited for the last 4 years and each time it has been bigger and better! We’re off again this year! Normal park ...
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Victoria and Alberts at Disney's Grand Floridian
From the moment you step into the lobby of this stunning hotel, you feel like you have arrived somewhere very special. It is worth arriving an hour before your reservation, so that you can explore a little of the hotel and enjoy a pre dinner cockt...
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IllumiNations Cruise at Epcot
Have you ever stood in “France” watching the amazing pyrotechnics and lasers
over the lagoon at Epcot and seen the privileged few enjoying a glass of
champagne while watching the fireworks from their private launch and wondered
how they mana...
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'Must do's' at Blizzard Beach
First for those that have never visited Blizzard Beach let me give you a little background knowledge… According to Disney sources – a few years ago there was a freak winter storm that blanketed a little piece of Disney property in Florida with...
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Champions Gate – not just golf!
Although relatively new, these two 18 hole Greg Norman designed, championship golf courses have fast made a name for themselves as among the best not only Florida, but the US has to offer. It is also home to the headquarters of the David Leadbette...
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Universal's Hard Rock Hotel
Last October we decided to spend the first two nights of our holiday at the
Hard Rock Hotel before heading off to our villa (mainly because we had guests in
the villa that wanted to extend their stay!)
It felt very strange driving from...
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Downtown Disney Dining - West Side
There are some really great restaurants at West side, whether you’re looking for a light lunch, or blow-out belt busting dinner, you won’t be disappointed. All the restaurants are non-smoking. Bongos Cuban Café Open from 11am ...
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Downtown Disney Dining - Market Place
Cap’n Jacks Restaurant Open from 11.30am – 10.30pm Located right on the lagoon at Downtown, it is well worth requesting a window table. The cuisine definitely favours fish lovers with clam chowder, garlic oysters, crab ...
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Seasons 52 - Orlando
7700 Sand Lake Road, Orlando , less than 5 minutes from International Drive and junction 74a of the I4. Reservations are welcomed but not required 407 354 5212 Open nightly for dinner. Located in the Dr Phillips area of...
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California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Priority seating recommended phone 407 939 3463 The California Grill is located on the 15th floor of the Contemporary Resort Hotel, it has breathtaking views of Cinderella’s castle and the Magic Kingdom. There is an observation deck...
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Epcot – World Showcase – Mexico
For priority seating in the San Angel Inn call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, Mexico is the 1st if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. As you enter Mexico you cannot fail to be impressed by the Gian...
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Epcot – World Showcase – Norway
For priority seating call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, Norway is the 2nd if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. Entering Norway you walk into a beautiful picturesque town square carefully designed...
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Surfing Lessons at Typhoon Lagoon
If you’re looking for some thrills and excitement why not try surfing lessons at Typhoon Lagoon? The lessons take place from 7.30am – 10am, this is before the park is open to the public, the cost of the lessons are $125 per person, guests must...
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"Must Do's" at Typhoon Lagoon
First for those that have never visited Typhoon Lagoon let me give you a little background knowledge… According to Disney sources a few years ago there was a furious storm out at sea that was so violent that surfboards were blown into trees, s...
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Epcot – World Showcase – China
For priority seating at The Nine Dragons phone 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, China is the 3rd if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. Leaving Norway your next destination is China, where you’ll find...
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Epcot – World Showcase – Germany
For priority seating at The Biergarten call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, Germany is the 4th if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. As you enter Germany you find yourself in the centre of the town ...
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Epcot – World Showcase – Italy
For priority seating in L’Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, Italy is the 5th if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. The inspiration for Italy at Epcot was Veni...
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Epcot – World Showcase – USA
There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, the USA is the 6th if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. As you would expect this is one of the largest pavilions in the World Showcase, and when viewed from across the Lagoon is complet...
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Epcot – World Showcase – Japan
For Priority seating in the Teppanyaki Dining Room call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, Japan is the 7th if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. Viewed from the lagoon, the bright red torii gate stand...
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Epcot – World Showcase – Morocco
For Priority seating at the Restaurant Marrakesh call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, Morocco is the 8th if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. It is all too easy to walk into Morocco’s pavilion, thi...
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Epcot – World Showcase – France
For priority seating at both Les Chefs de France and Bistro de Paris call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, France is the 9th if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. As you enter France’s pavilion, the ...
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Epcot – World Showcase – United Kingdom
For priority seating at the Rose and Crown call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, the United Kingdom is the 10th if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. Walking into the UK at Epcot is great, there are ...
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Tips on how to beat jet lag
Over the years we’ve tried all sorts of ways to beat the dreaded jet lag and finally seem to have it sussed! Going to Florida never seems to cause us too many problems, other than waking up early the first couple of mornings, so we always just...
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Epcot – World Showcase – Canada
For priority seating in Le Cellier call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, Canada is the 11th and last, if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. The Canadian pavilion represents a diverse range of culture...
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Disney Water Parks – Tips + A Few Fun Facts!
General Don't forget your sunscreen! Measure your child's height before you arrive at the Park so you know which attractions they will be able to ride. Many Disney Cast Members can speak more than one lang...
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Walt Disney World – Tips - Hollywood Studios
Hollywood Studios is one of the smaller parks and we always like to do it first as it’s a great way to gear you up for really long days at the others. Don't forget the Backlot Tour featuring flash floods, fire and plenty of behi...
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