Florida Guide - Miscellaneous - Page 1An Introduction to Legends Golf and Country Club
If you are a keen golfer I can think of no better place to play a round of golf than Florida. With so many courses from which to choose and, of course, not forgetting the year round sunny weather you will be spoilt for choice. My wife is the keen...
Viewed 36 times since 1 September 2008. A Round at Legends Golf and Country Club
One of my favourite golf courses to play whilst on holiday in Orlando is Legends Golf and Country Club. Legends is a beautiful rolling hillside course on the US27 just south of Clermont (easily recognisable from its water tower) and, from its high...
Viewed 31 times since 1 September 2008. In search of the Florida Scrub Jay
On our most recent visit to Orlando we took along my sister and brother-in- law who were very much into the natural habitats of the many species of animals, reptiles and birds that Florida has to offer. We, on the other hand, had got rather used to...
Viewed 32 times since 1 September 2008. The history of Florida
Ever wondered how Florida became Florida? Well I was certainly intrigued enough to want to find out and thought I would share this in a potted history. The first native Americans, Paleo Indians, entered into Florida over 14, 000 years ago...
Viewed 2 times since 1 September 2008. Separated by a common language
It is often quoted that Britain and America are separated by our common language and the more time I spend in Florida the more this becomes apparent. From the time the car rental is picked up at the start of your vacation the words...
Viewed 3 times since 1 September 2008. Deed Restrictions
Part of Florida life and rental ownership that is not immediately obvious to holidaymakers as they make their way to their chosen villas in Orlando or along the Gulf Coast communities is that virtually all villas, and their owners, are committed to...
Viewed 2 times since 1 September 2008. FORTHCOMING CONCERTS IN CENTRAL FLORIDA - JUL - NOV 2008
Do you ever think of taking in a concert during your visit to the Orlando area? Some of the people we have been lucky enough to see include B B King, Meatloaf, Oasis, Jet, Gwen Stefani, Willie Nelson & Paul Rogers. Slightly unusual choice of...
Viewed 3 times since 1 September 2008. Florida’s Climate
Probably the single most important factor that attracts us back to Florida year on year is the weather. Florida’s Climate can be described as subtropical although odd cold spells are not unknown in the winter time. The seasons in Florida are driven...
Viewed 7 times since 1 September 2008. Ice in Orlando ?
It is eighty degrees outside, the sun is shining, people are wearing shorts and tee-shirts – so why are we dressed in thick padded coats which dare as cosy as the warmest quilt? Answer - we are about to enter the fabulous Ice Show at Gaylord Palms!...
Viewed 3 times since 1 September 2008. American States and Car Registration Plates
When we first visited Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, we could not help but notice the very interesting number plates on all the cars. Unlike the plain and somewhat boring number plates on UK cars, American cars show their state of origin,...
Viewed 19 times since 1 September 2008. What do I like about Florida – part 3
When I started writing part 1 I never thought I would still be going on part 3. It just shows how many things there are about Florida to like. Before I leave the Orlando area I have to mention the shopping. With the current exchange rate...
Viewed 2 times since 1 September 2008. What do I like about Florida – part 2
As I said in my previous article there are just so many things we like. The next thing we like are the restaurants. Whatever your budget there is always somewhere you can find to eat. There are the budget eateries, like Dennys, Ponderosa,...
Viewed 2 times since 1 September 2008. What do I like about Florida - part 1
Friends frequently ask me why do I like Florida. They have never been themselves and were intrigued that we decided to buy a house there and therefore visit at least twice a year. I shall answer my question as a villa owner as I probably see Florida...
Viewed 1 times since 1 September 2008. You Say Tomato, I Say Tomato - Part Two
Now you have arrived in Florida, stocked up with supplies from the shops and supermarket, it’s time to explore your home for the next few weeks and get out and about to begin your vacation adventure. The Villa (or Vacation Home!...
Viewed 1 times since 1 September 2008. You Say Tomato, I Say Tomato - Part One
One thing that always surprises and delights me on my trips to Florida is that every time we go we learn something new. This is particularly true when it comes to the language. Yes we all speak English but there are so many words and phrases that...
Viewed 1 times since 1 September 2008. A light hearted look at language differences on either side of the pond!
The first time we arrived in Florida from the UK, we were pleased we were going somewhere where we would be able to speak the language. However, we were surprised at the differences between British English and American English. Although the same...
Viewed 0 times since 1 September 2008. One for the Boys - Shave and Haircut - Highly Recommended
On entering premises you are immediately relaxed by the cool air conditioning, a welcome drop in temperature from the 85 degrees outside. The waiting area has a wooden floor , large rug, oval wooden table with magazines. There is a complementary...
Viewed 3 times since 1 September 2008. Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings is one of Floridas favourite adopted daughters and you can visit her restored cracker style home in Ocala. Marjorie moved with her husband to Cross Creek, a tiny community in Ocala in the 1920s and lived the life of...
Viewed 1 times since 1 September 2008. What’s so special about Florida? Part 3
So far in my first two “what’s makes Florida Special” instalments have written about the fantastic weather and climate and the friendly and helpfulness of the Floridians but in this instalment I am going to tell you about the service....
Viewed 2 times since 1 September 2008. What’s so Special about Florida - Part 2
In Part 1 I talked about the climate and weather being special , well in Part 2 I am going to talk about the people of Florida and how genuinely friendly and helpful they are. The first thing I noticed on my very first trip to Florida was...
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