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Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 42
THINGS TO DO :- Whale Watching Tours Humpback whales begin arriving in Banderas Bay in the month of November. However, the official whale watching
Key West
We have just visited The Florida Keys and stayed at the furthest point Key West. Fabulous. If you want a really laid back almost Continental atmospher
Hemingway House and Museum Key West
The Hemingway House and Museum on Whitehead Street in Key West is a National Historic Landmark. The mansion and gardens are open to the public from 9
Rules when visiting Florida
There are many rules and regulations in Florida that are ready to catch out the first time tourist. It is as well to know about these or you could at
Mickey's Christmas Party
My family think I am a big kid when I get to Disney as I just love the magic! For me, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a must if we are there be
Why Florida? (6)
Why Florida?Well why not; year round sunshine and the ever-falling costs of transatlantic flights tempt millions of us each year to visit this wonderf
R Bar Treasure Island
Usually at least once a year when we go to the villa in Orlando we have a few days at Treasure Island on the Gulf Coast. We found this place about 6 y
The Olive Garden
THE OLIVE GARDENIf you have never been to the Olive Garden restaurant it is certainly one to put on your list to try. There are several around, there
My favourite stores in Orlando
My favourite store in Orlando is J C Penny and in particular the one in The Florida Mall. Every time I visit they are having a sale and whenever I thi
Christmas at Disney
The residents of Orlando put up the most amazing lights around their houses, in their gardens, on their roofs etc! Visit CELEBRATION off the 192 where
Enjoying a Day at Animal Kingdom
There is more than enough to do at Animal Kingdom to fill a full day, although not the evening as the park closes earlier than the others.It really is
The State Nicknames – Part 8
Collecting state number plates has become quite a hobby for us when we visit Orlando, and it is amazing how many you can see, from all over the USA. E
Ragland Road Irish Pub at Disney Springs
I recently decided to try out the Ragland Road Irish pub and restaurant in Disney Springs which used to be known as Downtown Disney. I am reliably inf
Toys for the Boys and shopping for girls
This could be the perfect combination for men who hate shopping and women who don’t understand cars. A visit to the Mall of Millenia could be the answ
Chateau de Fontainebleau
The Château de Fontainebleau can proudly claim to have been a sovereign residence for eight centuries. Capétiens, Valois, Bourbons, Bonaparte and Orlé
Shopping
Florida, the shopping capital of the entire world, that is in my eyes. I just can’t resist the bargains no matter how hard I try.You have so much choi
Sandy Ridge
Sandy Ridge is a new community located near the prestigious Championsgate and only 10 minutes from the heart of Disney. The community is around 30 min
Houlihans Resturant review
This is my review of Houlihans on the 192 in May 2007. I must admit I have been to this restaurant before with one occasion being ok and the other qui
Allen Broussard: his contribution to Florida and it's conservation.
Allen Broussard had a keen interest in conservancy and animas from a very young age. He lived in the area now known as Forever Florida which is a non
The Healthy Travel Checklist – Part 2
REGULAR MEDS If you often have a need to take prescription medicines, such as a course of antibiotics for an infection, you may want to bring a ju
Refuelling your vehicle
Getting fuel in the US is different to the UK and can be quite fraught. Firstly petrol is referred to as gas. One good thing, it is almost impossible
Disney’s Secret Utilidors
Walt Disney thought of everything when planning the future of his theme park empire. He didn’ t want to ruin the illusions of his magical fantas
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 10
Tipping Guide for Mexico continued:- Just as in some countries in Europe you may come across a Restroom attendant in some locations, in this case t
Sweet Tomatoes at Rolling Oaks Common
Guests who had stayed at our villa have long been great fans of Sweet Tomato restaurants but we had never been to one until the latest branch opened i
Visit Jacksonville Zoo
A couple of years ago we had a few days near Jacksonville and whilst we were there we took the girls to Jacksonville Zoo. We spent the whole day there