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Helicopter tours over Tampa Busch Gardens and the Alafia River.
I want to tell you about a unique experience I discovered when I was looking at things to do at Busch Gardens in Tampa. I was told about a helicopter
Golf in Orlando Florida.
Being one of the top golfing destinations Florida is home to some of the best golf courses in the world, and with year round sunshine it's no wonder t
A Visit To Islands of Adventure
Having spent nearly a full day exploring the Harry Potter area of Islands of Adventure, we had a little time left to look at the rest of the park. To
The All Star Grill
If you enjoy the real American sports bar; don’t miss out on this one! The All Star Grill is located on Highway 27 right across from the Southern Dune
Cambridge - Part 1
History is woven into the medieval lanes and cloistered colleges of this university town. But new arrivals are adding cocktail and coffee culture to t
Longhorn Steakhouse
Don’t arrive at the Longhorn Steakhouse without an appetite. Although the name suggests a red-meat eatery, you can also order salads, burgers, sea-foo
Getting Married In Florida
Ever thought about getting married in paradise? Well, help is at hand. Getting married in Florida is very popular, for very good reason. Firstly there
What a trip this was! Part 4
Our first trip to Orlando has been going steadily downhill – and we haven’t even left Gatwick! Our flight has been delayed, and its scheduled depa
EDEN GARDENS
Eden Gardens State Prk is locted in Santa Rosa Beach in Point Washington in Floridas pan handle. It is just off u. s. 98 on C. R 395. This is one of t
How to be comfortable, or even sleep, on a long flight
General ComfortFirstly try, if you can, to book a seat which will give you either leg room (an aisle seat) if you want to be able to stretch out and b
Cruises at St Johns Pass
If you decide to have a break from the magical world of Walt Disney in Orlando try heading towards the St Petersburg or Clearwater areas on the Gulf C
Kissimmee State Arena Rodeo - KSARodeo
Every Friday night, except in December, at the Kissimmee Sports Arena on South Hoagland Blvd there is a Rodeo. The Rodeo has a local feel rather than
What’s on a Lake? Half the world at Epcot!
I would be being untruthful, if I didn’t admit that on my first visit to Disney, back in 1991, the lake in Epcot, seemed in comparison to everything e
Florida Trip 2017 Day 6
We were all up pretty early on Day Six we had discussed what we would do today the night before and decided depending on how Will was to either spend
Disney Quest - Great Fun
It’s raining in the Sunshine State and you ask yourself what you’re going to do with the family all day. The answer is, go to Disney Quest in Downtown
Clearwater in a Day
As we were staying here for longer than usual this time, we thought we would spread our wings a bit and head for Clearwater for the day. With this is
Merritt Island
When you are all out of hustle and bustle of the theme parks, why not see a little of what the real Florida can offer there is so much more if you jus
Making the Most of Your Villa Part 1
It may the first time you have stayed in a villa or you may have been visiting Florida for many years staying in a villa but I thought I would share a
The ‘Extra Special’ Disney Magic (Part I)
Last year, while on the Keys To The Kingdom Tour in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, we were told by our guide that Disney employees were ‘empowered
Tasty Treats of Orlando - Part 1
One thing not often mentioned about Orlando is its proliferation of tasty treats. I have wasted a good amount of time sampling these – all in the name
Halloween… for teenagers and adults
The parks offer many options for Halloween. If you are looking for something a little ‘scary’ check out Halloween at Universal Studio’s Horror Nights.
Joe's Crab Shack
When we first bought our villa there were only a couple of restaurants nearby now we are lucky to have so many we are spoilt for choice. We go back ho
Mall at Millenia Shopping
This really is more than just another Mall, it is described on it’s website as ‘more than just the ultimate shopping destination’, it claims to treat
DINING AT DOWNTOWN DISNEY
I definitely recommend a visit to DownTown Disney simply to take in the atmosphere, stroll around the shops (and obviously buy if you want to!) and th
La Nouba - Cirque du Soleil
An evening at Cirque du SoleilI had heard much about La Nouba but despite several trips to Orlando had never found the time to go amongst everything e