Florida’s Natural History
The Florida I fell in love with in the 1970’s, when I first visited with my parents, was not the one of theme parks or even the expanse of white sandy beaches. It was away from the commercial, sophisticated areas… the waterways of Florida. Many visit...
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FINE AND HEALTHY DINING EXPERIENCE: SEASON 52 RESTAURANT
Seasons 52 is a grill and wine bar located at 7700 Sand Lake Road and is open daily for lunch and dinner. The food is healthy, light and surprisingly tasty as we all know what “good for you” foods taste sometimes! Each meal is allegedly less t...
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The ‘Extra Special’ Disney Magic (Part II)
If you have read Part I of our Magical Disney Experiences you will be aware that we had been told by our guide on the Keys to the Kingdom Tour last year that Disney employees were ‘empowered’ to make their own decisions especially where they were in ...
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Florida Mall
Everyone visits Orlando, Florida for different reasons. For the kids, it’s the Theme Parks and the amazing thrill rides that they endure, unlike anywhere else they have ever been before. For the Adults, it’s a little different. Sun, Atmosphere...
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Wildlife in Florida
Because Florida has a
tropical climate, there are many different varieties of wildlife than
you will find in the UK. Everyone
has heard about alligators, but there are lots of...
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Fancy a relaxing night in?
If you are vacationing in a villa or townhouse, most homes offer guests the use of a DVD player. Some home owners also leave a supply of DVDs for guests use. This is a great way to have a break from the theme parks, to maybe order a take out and enjo...
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Downtown Disney - Cirque du Soleil
Cirque du Soleil’s permanent show, La Nouba, at Downtown Disney is wonderful – in fact it is better than wonderful, it is fantastic! I have seen them before, doing other shows in other venues, but this one totally surpasses all the ones I have alread...
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Planet Hollywood at Downtown Disney
Planet Hollywood makes its impact on the skyline at Downtown Disney west side, and is even more spectacular when viewed at night. It is an amazing building looks like a massive bright blue globe, sitting in a lake, with lights beaming out around to d...
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Hidden Mickeys – Epcot
A “Hidden Mickey” can be found anywhere on Walt Disney World property, in the theme parks, the resort hotels and their golf courses etc. Here is a list of the Hidden Mickeys that we know about in Epcot but I am sure there are plenty more! Viewed 666 times since 1 September 2008.
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Whispering Canyon Restaurant – Wilderness Lodge
If you are looking for somewhere very different to eat – even whacky try The Whispering Canyon Restaurant at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. I don’t think I have ever eaten in a restaurant like it! It is not for those who want a quiet, intimate venue. Fun...
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Part Two of the Wal-Mart guide
Once you have manage to drag the women away from the toiletries department you enter the Guys zone in here they sell lots and lots of car parts including everything needed to service your car but being on holiday you will not be needing any of this b...
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Key West Lighthouse Museum
Located across the street from the Hemingway house is the Key West Lighthouse Museum. Climb the 88-step circular iron stairway leading to the top of the lighthouse and you can view a 360 panoramic view of historic Key West and the nearby ocea...
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Wekiwa Springs State Park - Part II
After our lunch, having finally convinced my wife that a canoe trip would really enhance our day out, we headed down to the canoe ‘dock’ to view the types of canoe on offer and some assistance from the attendant as to which type of boat would be bett...
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The Hickory Steak House
The Hickory steak house is situated inside the Gaylord Palms on the Osceola parkway and South International drive junction, Gaylord Palms is a convention center, with several other restaurants inside it, The Villa de Flora, The Key West, and also ...
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Balloon Ride over Orlando
I must admit, I was quite apprehensive about flying in a hot air balloon, with no parachute and nothing between the balloon and land but a big drop! It took a lot of convincing from my family that I’d enjoy the ride and had nothing to worry about. Viewed 654 times since 1 September 2008.
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Journey to Atlantis – Sea World
Our initial reaction when heading for Journey at Atlantis at Seaworld was that we were about to sample another water-chute ride. Little did we know what to expect, but the ride designers have excelled themselves by combining the very best in thrills ...
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My Favourite Florida Restaurant
On my first trip to Florida we decided to take a trip down to Downtown Disney one early evening and thought we would perhaps try to find somewhere to eat. After a short while we decided that we would try the impressive looking Fulton’s Crab house ...
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Englewood Beach
Just minutes from Rotonda, the beaches of Englewood offer the best beaches we have seen during our Florida trips. First time visitors to the west coast meant that we would be spending time relaxing and soaking up some of the warm Florida sun. Viewed 635 times since 1 September 2008.
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Hot Air Ballooning in Florida
As a birthday treat, my husband had booked a trip in a hot air balloon for me and my youngest son (one child goes free). As Stuart (hubby) and Jamie (eldest son) were afraid of heights, it was left to us two to try this. We booked in for the ...
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Flower Power Concert Series, Epcot April 5th - June 3rd, 2007
The 13th annual springtime event at Epcot, the International Flower and Garden Festival, is definitely worth a visit if you are lucky enough to be in Orlando between April 3rd to June 11th, 2007. However, for us, the highlight of this amazing...
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Florida Is The Sunshine State
Florida is the Sunshine State and the holiday playground of America.
Lots of sunshine makes Florida the ideal destination for sun especially
during the rain dreary months of the British winter. With lots and lots
of suns...
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CRUISING DIRECTORY - PART 3
If you have read parts 1 and 2 you are becoming a true cruise expert. Here are a few more essential words for you to digest. Embarkation – this is when you board the ship. Bit like checking in at the airport. By the time you embark, the ship ...
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The Electrical Water Pageant
The Electrical Water Pageant takes place most evenings around the Seven Seas Lagoon at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom and also Bay Lake. Most visitors to the parks will never see or have even heard of the water pageant, unless they are actually st...
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The Incredible Hulk
This unmistakable green snaking shape can be seen for miles around Islands of Adventure. It is only when you enter Marvel Super Hero Island, to your left after you pass through Port of Entry the gateway to Islands of Adventure, that you realize its s...
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Sebastion Inlet Park
Sebastion Inlet Park is located at Melbourne Beach on the A1A. The first known humans to inhabit the area were the Paleo Hunters. Later, the Native Americans who captured the English Quaker, Jonathan Dickinson, lived here. They were the hunte...
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