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Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, Florida
If you are looking for somewhere different to visit on your next trip to the Orlando area why not take a trip to Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards. If yo
A visit to Celebration
Something that we do on most of our visits to the Disney area is to spend a half day visiting the Disney Celebration community. If you are in the gene
Florida Strawberry Festival
If you are in Florida in early March and feel the need to get away from the parks for a day, while at the same time sampling a slice of pure Americana
FORT CLINCH
Fort Clich State Park is situated on Atlantic Avenue. Fernandina Beach on Floridas north east (Atlantic)coast. Way back in 1861, it was home to the co
Exploring Disneys Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios opened in 1989 although in those days it was named MGM Studios. It is not only the third and smallest theme park in Walt Di
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
Playgounds
Most of the theme parks have some form of playground area. Theses are not run of the mill swings and slide type parks , more of an adventure playgroun
Universal Studios - Part 2
Earthquake – An extraordinary ride by anyone’s standards. You climb aboard an underground train, you are then subjected to an earthquake of massive pr
Shopping with a difference
Besides all the usual shops in Orlando like Walmart, the malls, designer outlets and others there are a few really good ones that are worth a visit be
St John's Pass
During your stay in Florida if you fancy a change from the main Attractions you may decide to visit the Gulf coast.Clearwater is easily accessible by
HIGHLANDS HAMMOCK
Highlands Hammock State Park is situated 4 miles west of Sebring, just off the U. S. 27, on Hammock Rd. At one time, this land was about to be used fo
Bibbity Bobbity Boutique
A dream come true for little princesses everywhere, well princesses aged three and over.Our morning started off with a 9.30am appointment for my two p
TAMPA......ONE TANKFULL ADVENTURES
The State Parks Department are encouraging you to visit their parks on less than a tankfull of petrol. This is in keeping with the new environmental a
Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 50
During their 105 year tenure the Pleasant Hill Shakers built more than 260 structures around the property. Today there are only 34 buildings that have
Tallinn: Old Town in Depth - Part 7
St. Olav’s Church and Tower You can make the climb to the top of Tallinn' s iconic, Gothic church which was once the tallest building in the world.
The Festival Of The Lion King
The pace at Animal Kingdom is just that little bit slower than at some of the other parks but on a hot sunny, day it’s still nice to get into the shad
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal
There has been much anticipation and speculation about the forthcoming ‘Wizarding World of Harry Potter’ which is due to open at Universal in the not
choosing the right villa (part 2)
Now that we have chosen type/ Size of villa, location, type of community the villa is on we need to look at a little more detail of each one. By now y
Discovery Cove - Trainer for a day
There can be little doubt that swimming with dolphins at Discovery Cove is one of the most personally satisfying experiences of any of Orlando’s Theme
New for 2009 – The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
At last it’s on its way in true Orlando Style – Harry Potter “A Theme Park within a Theme Park”! ! Scheduled to be unveiled late 2009 or early 2010 in
Epcot – IllumiNations Reflections of Earth
This is surely one of Disney’s most spectacular shows, thunderous fireworks and brilliant lasers fill the skies above the World Showcase Lagoon. Amazi
Kissimmee Florida Attractions
Visit Kissimmee’s fun outdoor activities from air boating to horseback riding, why not spend the day outdoors in the beautiful Florida sunshine. TJ’s
Deep Sea Fishing
If you ever find yourself at or near Madeira Beach on the Gulf Coast and you and/or your family would like to do some deep sea fishing go to Hubbard’s
The Loop
The loop is a shopping plaza on the Osceola parkway and John young. There are many shops and restaurants there. There is also a multiplex cinema with
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