Florida Guide - Accommodation - Page 1
A preview of The Harry Potter park.
As I write there has been no date fixed for the opening of the new Harry Potter park, but all signs are pointing to spring 2010. This long awaited park stand in the grounds of the Universal Islands of Adventure and has been styled by the arti...
Viewed 55 times since 1 March 2010.
The Wells Built Museum.
The Wells Built Museum is in honour of Dr William Monroe Wells. William was a black doctor in the times of strict segregation who did much to improve the lot of the down trodden black American of those times. In those times no white doctor would ever...
Viewed 36 times since 26 February 2010.
Thornton Park
If you want a day away from the Theme Parks during your vacation then why not consider Thornton Park? Thornton Park is in Orlando about an hour from your villa near The Parks and has a mix of historical houses that are sure please the eye and...
Viewed 32 times since 26 February 2010.
Kissimmee Air Museum.
If you are at all interested in aviation then put Kissimmee Air Museum on your ' to do' list and you can look forward to a treat on your next visit. This museum will not be too far from any villa that you are staying in. Here you can take con...
Viewed 33 times since 26 February 2010.
Sanford Museum
Sanford Museum is located in East St Ist opposite Fort Mellon Park and is dedicated to Henry Shelton Sanford. Henry was a diplomat, lawyer and businessman whose importance in the Victorian era can not be over played. He was born in Connecticu...
Viewed 41 times since 26 February 2010.
Ice at Gaylord Palms
Every Christmas time for the last few years there has been a spectacular event held at Gaylord Palms, called Ice. This features spectacular ice sculptures and lasts around 7 weeks; this year (2010) it runs from november to after Christmas. Viewed 32 times since 26 February 2010.
Raglan Road Downtown Disney - Irish Themed Pub
Like many visitors to Orlando we always want to try new restaurants as well as return to some family favourites. The latest one for us to try is Disney’s Ragland Road Irish pub and restaurant at Downtown Disney. This restaurant, which is owne...
Viewed 48 times since 24 February 2010.
Roller Coaster History
Always subjective I know, but Florida must surely be one the world locations known for its fun attractions and superb roller coasters. The roller coaster is built to allow us to experience a few minutes of thrill and to allow us to simply forget ever...
Viewed 34 times since 21 February 2010.
Shuttle – Last Few Launches
As homeowners we are often asked where to go for the best Shuttle Launch view. This is one of the most exciting, awesome sights you can see whilst visiting Florida. The memory of such power will stay with you for a very, very long time. If you see a ...
Viewed 42 times since 20 February 2010.
Gatorland
Gatorland, on South Orange Blossom Trail, is ideal for a half day outing, although you can take longer and stay all day. It makes a great break from the busy, big theme parks. The huge, gaping gator jaws with big white teeth make an unmistakable entr...
Viewed 32 times since 16 February 2010.
A peaceful afternoon in Celebration
Celebration has to be one of my most favourite places to visit when I am staying at the villa. Every time we go to Florida, Celebration calls to me: I love to walk down Market Street, from the Post Office, towards the lake, browsing in the shop windo...
Viewed 97 times since 15 February 2010.
Titanic: The Experience
It is clear that there is huge interest in The Titanic (once thought wrongly to be unsinkable) The more so since the film starring Kate Winslett and Leonardo De Caprio was released. Did you know that there is a museum devoted to the life and...
Viewed 34 times since 14 February 2010.
Mardi Gras Universal Studios
If you are going on holiday to Orlando between February and April, a ‘not to be missed’ night out is the Mardi Gras nights at Universal Studios. In 2009 the theme was ‘Let the Music Move You’, and featured concerts from various bands includin...
Viewed 34 times since 14 February 2010.
Restaurant Row Part 1
Restaurant Row is located in an area of Orlando called Dr Phillips and is just off International Drive. It is home to a great selection of restaurants and has more upscale restaurants than the traditional tourist areas of Orlando. Although some disce...
Viewed 42 times since 9 February 2010.
Why buy a villa in Florida
You may ask yourself that question and from time to time existing owners do, buying and maintaining a villa together with the upkeep of web sites, booking, quoting and all of the other things that go with owning a property so far away is hard work. I...
Viewed 40 times since 25 January 2010.
Sweet Tomato Restaurants
This group of restaurants advertise themselves as “a serve-yourself, all-you-care-to-eat dining experience featuring the freshest vegetables, salads, made-from-scratch soups and muffins, hot pastas and more! ” We had seen them for several years in Or...
Viewed 12 times since 31 December 2009.
Posner Park - First Block
Posner Park is a new shopping development that opened in 2008 and will eventually have homes and leisure facilities as well as shops. However for now it is a great place to shop for anyone staying on the 27 or around the Champions Gate area. It is ju...
Viewed 14 times since 28 December 2009.
Orange Tree Community, Florida
We are proud owners of a five bed roomed single story vacation home with its own private pool and spa, built on the Orange Tree community and here in this informative article you will find some useful information should you be lucky enough to be rent...
Viewed 12 times since 27 December 2009.
Interesting Disney Facts
Here are some interesting Disney facts that we have found out over the years that we have been visiting Orlando. MAGIC KINGDOM When you walk through the Magic Kingdom you are actually walking on the 2nd floor, the first floor is...
Viewed 24 times since 22 October 2009.
Epcot Food and Wine 2009
EPCOT FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL 2009 My parents absolutely love this event and if ever they are over at the villa when it takes place they always visit it at least once. This seven week Festival has fabulous food from countries on 6 cont...
Viewed 11 times since 5 October 2009.
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