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POLLO TROPICAL
Pollo Tropical is a great place to grab a quick bite to eat. Imagine McDonald or Burger King with a Caribbean and Tropical feel. It leaves normal fast
Our Long Day at Hollywood Studios Part 4
My parents went on this tour in the first year that Hollywood Studios (then known as MGM) opened 20 years ago and have subsequently been on every time
What to see and do in Auckland - Part 2
Auckland is the perfect place to recharge your batteries if all you want to do is laze around. However if you are more active then you can see a varie
Eating out for Families
If you are anything like our family, you’ll spend your vacation trying to find great places to eat at a reasonable price. Here’s a few recommendations
Dunedin - An overview - part 2
Places to stay and basic information The current population of Dunedin has had an effect on the accommodation available. That is to say that you ca
Marathon on the Florida Keys
Visitors to Key West wishing to break their journey often stay over at either Key Largo or Marathon. The latter is a quaint tropical city and is conve
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
Overnight at St Augustine
St Augustine is quaint with a capital Q. If you like picturesque and pretty plus bucket loads of history, charm and great architecture, then it’s the
Bahama Breeze at Rolling Oaks Common
Bahama Breeze is the most recently opened Rolling Oaks restaurant and although there are several other branches around the Orlando area we had not eat
Cirque Du Soleil - a Magical Evening
Over time every adjective imaginable must have been used to describe a Cirque du Soleil show. Breathtaking, awesome, unbelievable and amazing being on
Shrek 4-D
Shrek 4-D is, in my opinion, one of the best attractions at Universal Studios – actually it might actually be my very favourite. The first Shrek film
Manila, Philippines - Part 3
Where to Stay At the top end of the market and deep among Ortigas’ gargantuan shopping malls, the five star Edsa Shangri-La hotel has huge modern r
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 17
Malecon Boardwalk and Sculptures continued; Triton and the Nereid by Carlos Espino, 1990 This is a sculpture which focuses on classical mytholo
Winter Park - home of the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum
The city of Winter Park is situated north-east of and adjacent to Orlando. Due to it’s close proximity to Orlando, Winter Park is a city which many co
The Royal Palm Lounge, Sanford International Airport
Whenever you fly to Orlando on a charter airline you will land at Sanford International Airport, rather than Orlando International Airport (MCO). This
Driving in Orlando
On previous trips when we have visited Orlando, my Husband has always been the driver. I have never felt confident enough to leave the comfort of my l
An overview of Marrakech – Part 14
Places not to miss – continued, El Badii Palace El Badii Palace was built in the 16th century by Sultan Ahmed El Mansour and was believed to ha
Rip Ride Rockit
Universal has a new roller coaster ride called Rip Ride Rockit, which had a soft opening while we were in Florida in August 2009, but on our August tr
Arthur's
Arthur’s 27 is located within The Wyndham Palace Resort and Spa which is situated at 1900 N Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830. Tel 40
Surviving the journey to Orlando
This has to be the most stressful part of any holiday, but is especially so now with all the extra securityBefore you even leave home there are some t
FAIRY HOUSES AT EPCOT’S INTERNATIONAL FLOWER AND GARDEN FESTIVAL, 2009
If you have children and are lucky enough to be travelling to Orlando between the months of March and June, then don’t miss visiting the wonderful Epc
Speed And Signs
Florida 'Standard ' speed limits Municipal speed areas = 30mph Business or Residential Area = 30 mph Rural Interstate Limited = 70 mph Limited acc
Florida Guide - Epcot - Canada Pavilion
Depending on how you plan your route around the World Showcase Lagoon, Canada could either be the first or the last pavilion you come to (unless you e
Alternative Shopping for Golfers
When your partner doesn’t play golf and you do, and you are in the wonderful world of Orlando, Florida…. how do you get to satisfy both peoples’ need
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge -- part 4
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge -- part 4 The final part of this article will deal with the grounds and accommodation options at the Wilderness Lodge r