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The Magic of Disney

The Magic of DisneyWhen people ask me what is so special about Walt Disney World, the answer is very simple. It’s the magic. When you park your car, f

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Disneys Hollywood Studios

Just off Hollywood Boulevard, Echo Lake is a lagoon surrounded by several attractions and dining establishments. Three of the attractions are based on

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The Hard Rock Cafe

The Hard Rock Café in Orlando is right between right between Universal Studios Orlando and Islands of Adventure and it’s an excellent place to go for

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Passe a Grille and St Pete Beach

One of our favourite day trips when we are in Orlando is to Passe a Grille beach beside St Pete Beach on the Gulf Coast. We pack a picnic, load up the

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Attractions not to be overlooked at Future World

Although you may have been on “Living with the Land' in the Land pavilion several times you may not know there is a one-hour walking tour called &

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Applying for a temporary Disabled Parking Permit

British Blue Disabled parking permits are no longer recognized in Florida and you may incur stiff penalties if you are found parking in a disabled bay

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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

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Why buy a villa? part 2

Part 2 One of the most essential expenses is the maintenance. Pool pumps wear out, washing machines, tumble dryers, fridges and dishwasher will all e

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SONIC DRIVE IN FAST FOOD RESTAURANT INTERNATIONAL DRIVE

Sonics American fast food joint is situated on International Drive and it is a 1950s inspired drive in, fast food restaurant. It is a really great pla

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St. Augustine - Alcazar Courtyard Shops and Café

Away from the main pedestrian area of St Augustine are the imposing buildings of Flagler College and the Lightner Museum, the latter of which also dou

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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

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The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

Whilst it may be cliched and not quite true to say that every little girl dreams of being coming to Disney princess for many it really is a thrill.

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Rolling Oaks Common (part 1)

Rolling Oaks Commons is a fast developing retail area located at the Orange Lake junction of the US192. It is home to a great Super Target store a

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TJ MAXX

TJ MAXX is an outlet style store with branches through out the Orlando area and also States wide. Similar to Ross Dress for less but a bit more upmark

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The Loop Shopping Experience

Situated at the junction of John Young and Osceola Parkway are the twin locations of The Loop and The Loop West, providing a shopping experience that

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Perhaps the Best Shows in Universal Islands of Adventure

Perhaps the Best Shows in Universal Islands of Adventure Someone asked me the other day if you had to choose very best ride in universal islands of a

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Cruising – Hiring a Car in Cozumel

One of the most interesting parts of a cruise is deciding what you want to see when your ship arrives in port. You can, of course, play safe and go wi

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Medieval Times

After many trips to Florida over the years, we are always looking for something new and different to try. Despite passing by many times and wondering

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International House of Pancakes

First of all here is a quick bit of background to this well-known and much loved eating establishment. The very first International House of Pancakes

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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

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Key Largo

Key Largo is the island at the top of the Florida Keys and visitors often stop off here on their way to or from Key West. When we first visited there

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Toy Story Mania at Hollywood Studios – Part Two

……. continuing on from my first article entitled ‘Toy Story Mania – Part One’The first game is the Pie Throw Practice. This is the practice round in w

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Monument Valley Part 3

Continued from Part 2 Before you decide to embark on the self guided tour, a word to the wise. The roads are unpaved and extremely rough, your car

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Speed And Signs

Florida 'Standard ' speed limits Municipal speed areas = 30mph Business or Residential Area = 30 mph Rural Interstate Limited = 70 mph Limited acc

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Beautiful Lake Louisa State Park

Lake Louisa State Park is situated off H27 approximately 15-20 minutes north of the I4 junction. Set in the northeast corner of the Green Swamp, a vas

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