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Packing for your Holiday
I must admit that when you stay at a villa it is so much easier to pack for your holiday. All villas will be equipped with a washing machine, tumble d
The 13th Food and Wine Festival.
Can you believe that 2013 will see the 13th Food and Wine festival at the Epcot Park at Disneyworld? And each year it seems to get better and better;
My First American Breakfast
On my first ever trip to Florida and indeed the USA, I discovered the concept of buffet dinning, chief amongst this was the buffet breakfast!!! The pl
Anna Maria Island-our day trip
If you would like a change from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks I would suggest a day trip to the coast. The closest coast to our villa at Or
Epcot a real must
To me theme parks are for other people, I do not like the noise, the smell of the burger vans, the garish decoration, or the over exuberance of the cl
Shopping Malls & Factory Outlets in Orlando Florida
Discounted 20-75%, Orlando Discount Factory Outlets can be found in expansive malls or scattered near International Drive. In additional, Orlando host
Choosing a Villa
How do you choose a Villa that is right for you? With so many beautiful villas to choose from it can be a daunting task to find the right villa to mak
THE MARSH RABBIT
Did you know Rabbits could swim ? Cannot say I have given it much thought. You might be interested to know that there are rabbits in Florida that swim
Embarking on a Disney Cruise – Part 2
Having driven down the Beachline SR 582 Expressway to Port Canaveral, and having completed your check in, you are ready to embark on your wonderful Di
Discount Vouchers
For extra offers and deals why not subscribe to Groupon USA for Orlando (you can unsubscribe after your time in Orlando). A lot of vouchers have good
But I Don't Like Theme Parks
“But I don’t like theme parks”, said sister-in-law. Brother-in-law said, “been there once, seen it all”. These are the responses we got when we offere
The Shuttle Atlantis Exhibit (spoiler free)
The Atlantis exhibit at the Kennedy Space Centre opened in July 2013 and I was lucky enough to pay a visit a couple of weeks after it opened. Befo
Diary of a homeowners vacation - 9
FRIDAY 05 OCT DAY 10Just sort of chilled around the pool and villa again as we did not get back til 1 am last night. I pottered around and hubby had t
Eating (and drinking) at Harry Potter.
It is a good idea to plan your islands of Adventure day round eating at Harry Potter. Since it is wise to get to that area before the crowds build up
Lombard's Seafood Grille
Lombard’s Seafood Grille can be found in the San Fransisco/Amity area of Universal Studios in a section which is beautifully laid out to give the feel
Visit Mickeys Not So Scary Halloween Party
Mickeys Not So Scary Halloween Party is just what it says on the tin, a Disney event that is beautifully themed and presented but designed not to frig
Sarasota
Sarasota is situated in the gulf coast about a good one and a half hours drive away from OrlandoTo get there you would talk the I 4 towards Tampa then
BAHIAN HONDA STATE PARK
We have Henry Flagler to thank for his railway making this stunning island accesible. The beaches are wonderful and you can spot many birds, fish and
Cruising on Carnival Glory – Part 3
Following a hectic few days at our villa in Orlando, making sure it was in perfect condition for our next guests we were delighted to be taking a well
Tallinn: Old Town in Depth - Part 39
Wine Bars Veinipööning It' s definitely worth climbing up a few flights of stairs to reach this comfortable, old-fashioned style wine bar. The a
Ride Guide – Test Track
Ride Guide – Test Track Fasten your seatbelts and make sure you are strapped in tight – you’re in for a wild ride! Test Track is another of Disney’
Cruising – Booking an Organised Tour
When you book your cruise you will be sent a whole lot of information, including shore excursions, which you can either book beforehand or on board sh
Stepping back in time at Johnny Rockets
While enjoying some retail therapy one day at The Loop on our last visit to Orlando, the kids were complaining they were hungry, so we stopped at John
T- Rex Café at Downtown Disney – just opened!
Trust Disney, those experts at the art of the magical and unpredictable, to come up with the ultimate restaurant experience. Newly opened at Downtown
St Petersburg: A History
In the 19th century, a gentleman called General John Williams acquired 2500 acres of land in the south east part of (what we now know as) Pinellas Cou