Random Florida Guide articles
The American Idol Experience
A trip to Hollywood Studios wouldn’t be complete without dragging the rest of the family in to watch one of The American Idol Experience shows. None o
Citricos at Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort
Citricos at Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort If you have read some of my other reviews you will know that this is one of the restaurants that
Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party 2008
Although this event is advertised as 7pm until midnight you can actually gain entrance to the Magic Kingdom at 4pm and like many other guests we took
Flourishing Cagan Crossings Area on HWY 27
A lot has happened to this area since our last visit to our villa on Orange Tree. Cagan Crossings has developed really nicely over the past few years,
Journey into Imagination - Epcot
Journey into Imagination can be found in The Imagination Pavilion in Future World, Epcot. It originally opened on March 5th 1983 and there have been t
Live Music Orlando
Live Music OrlandoIf you are like me and a regular on the concert circuit in the UK it is always nice when on holiday to find a venue that provides li
Rainforest Cafe
If you are looking for somewhere special to celebrate a family birthday or you just like fabulously creative scenery while you eat good food then the
Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 54
The Cumberland Gap Visitor Centre is located on U. S. Highway 25E just southeast of Middlesboro, Kentucky and just northwest of the Cumberland Gap Tun
The History of The Pirates of The Caribbean
Yo ho, yo ho, a pirates life for me. Who hasn’t sung along to this on the Pirates of the Caribbean ride in the Magic Kingdom at Disney World. This fam
Ripleys Believe it or Not
This attraction really is worth a visit although not really suitable/entertaining enough for very young children as they could get bored. It is open a
Bok Sanctuary
One of the most relaxing ‘chill out’ afternoons you can spend in Central Florida is at Historic Bok Sanctuary. Whenever we want to unwind and get away
Christmas at Disney
My favourite time of the year to visit Walt Disney World is in December, preferable before Christmas week when it becomes far too busy. You can enjoy
Self Catering in your Florida Villa - Part 3
Continued from part 2. Salmon is a huge favorite of ours. Visit the fish counter in Publix and aside from just buying regular salmon fillets you c
India - Kerela
Located across the southern tip of India, the Kerala is one of the most picturesque and beautiful Indian states that offers ample of opportunities for
Gulf Coast Airports
If you are visiting the Gulf Coast beaches you have a good choice of airports to fly into. Anywhere from Fort Myers up to Clearwater is easily accesse
What to see and do in Auckland - Part 1
THE CITY Auckland is called the ' City of Sails' as it is surrounded by water, which helps to define its appeal. The harbour is similar to many oth
Flying Fish Café Restaurant
The Flying Fish Cafe is located at Disney’s Boardwalk. As its name suggests the emphasis is on seafood but there are also plenty of meat dishes from w
Try Boggy Creek Airboat Rides
If you are looking for a way to spend a few hours or to get away from the heat on a hot Orlando day, why not try an airboat ride at one of the Boggy C
Enjoying Celebration Part 2
To the left on the lake in Celebration you will find the town’s impressive hotel. It is another great place to people watch with the arrival of guests
Shops and Eateries at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport Part 1
On a recent trip to our villa in Orlando we flew back to the UK from Fort Lauderdale International Airport with US Airways. The airport is pleasant, n
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
The Hulk (at Islands of Adventure)
As you drive up to Universal Islands of Adventure you will catch yourself mulling over the thought of a roller coaster with 7 inversions. That’s enoug
When to visit Orlando
If you wish to travel to Orlando and you are not restricted to the school holidays, then the best time to travel is to avoid Easter, Christmas and the
Azores - Archipelago
The Azores are a place most people have heard of but never visit unless they stop there while on a cruise. All the nine islands of the Azores Arch
Miccosukee people of Florida
Miccosukee people were originally part of the Muskogee tribe of Native Americans. They came to Florida by way of Tennesse, then the Carolinas and fina