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Expedition Everest - Animal Kingdom
This is Animal Kingdoms newest ride and as such is very popular. It is a Fastpass attraction so I would suggest you go and get your Fastpass as soon a
All You Can Eat Buffets
One thing about the tourist area of Orlando is the wide choice of food available for dinning, for those who don' t like the formality of a sit down me
Texas De Brazil
We missed this little gem. We’ve been to Florida six times in the last six years and we still missed it. Fortunately we now have some friends over the
Posner Center
For those of you staying in one of the many lovely vacation home communities on the 27, The Posner Park Shopping Center is proving to be a great place
DAY TRIPS FROM ORANDO
Orlando and the buzz it creates for tourists and locals alike with its heady mix of theme parks, shopping, eating and drinking is a Mecca for millions
Sea World 2005
I love Sea World! Although I was a bit disappointed with the Dolphin show last time around and the fact that the Bayside Stadium had been lying idle f
Sydney - Part 1
A drive along Sydney’s provides the perfect start for a scenic and cruisy weekend escape to the Southern Highlands, just under two hours out from the
Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens is located in Sanford on North West Highway. This will be about an hour from your holiday villa in The Parks
A tasty treat and a darn good seat!!
So many dining options are available to you when you visit Florida, and it goes without saying, that Disney come up trumps every time in my family’s b
My fantasy Orlando Theme park.
If you could build your own theme park, what rides would you put in there? In other words, select your favourite rides from all Disney, Seaworld and U
Calabay Parc
Calabay Parc is one of the most elegant, stylish and celebrated vacation communities in the Disney Area. It is a highly exclusive development, which n
What to expect when you embark on a cruise ship
Many people now combine a stay in Orlando, with all its wonderful attractions, with a cruise to the Caribbean or the Bahamas. It is a great way to fin
Dinner at Boma Restaurant AK
This is a family restaurant in Animal Kingdom Lodge that serves breakfast and dinner. It captures the vibrant life in the African marketplace and is a
Manatee Village Historic Park
One thing we hadn’t realized on our first trip to Bradenton was just how proud the city is of their history and that the Manatee Village Historical Pa
Entertainment at the Boardwalk
As our girls have become teenagers we find we spend more and more time at the Boardwalk whether it be in the day or evening. Entertainment here can di
Epcot Seas Aqua Tour
This tour that my daughter and I did last year is available to persons aged 8 and above although a participating adult must accompany people under 18.
Skull Kingdom
Skull Kingdom with its various show options provides entertainment for all ages and is located at:5933 American Way(Opposite Wet’nWild)Orlando407 353
Number 1 Lounge - Gatwick Airport
We always like to start our holiday by booking one of the Airport Lounges so that we can relax and escape the hustle and bustle of the airport and jus
My favourite roller-coasters in Orlando
There are many brilliant roller-coasters in Orlando, but which ones are worth queuing for? The following are my top favourites. Kumba at Busch Gard
Wal-Mart...possibly the greatest supermarket on earth!
OK so we all have popped down to our local Tesco or even Asda at some time in the past but if you are relatively new to the USA I can definitely recom
Golf guide
The one thing I remember about my first visit to Florida were the golf courses, I thought wow, I’m going to play some of these and so bought a home th
Don Pablos Mexican Kitchen
DON PABLO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT REVIEWDon Pablo’s is situated on International Drive down towards the Conference Centre area. We visited the restaurant
Gaylord Palms – Don’t be afraid to go!
One of the most imposing buildings viewed from Interstate 4, situated near Junction 65, must be Gaylord Palms. This magnificent hotel and conference c
AMBER Alerts
When we have been driving along the highways in Florida, and particularly around our villa in Orlando, we have often noticed that LED signs along the
Beaches and Cream Restaurant
Beaches and Cream RestaurantPart of the Disney’s Beach Club resort at Disney world is a lovely little American 50’s style diner Beaches and Cream. You