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Other things to do in Orlando besides theme parks
Theme parks are what holidays in Orlando are all about. However, some who visit regularly may be a little tired of theme parks. So what else is there
TEXAS DE BRASIL CHURRASCARRIA
We like to try out new restaurants which are often recommended by our guests, after all that' s what holidays are about and in Orlando you are spoilt
Canterbury
Canterbury is a Kentish city for its Roman ruins, classical cathedral, verdant parks and flourishing food scene. With its fruity history and eccle
Macau - Part 1
A tiny speck in the South China Sea, just an hour by ferry west of Hong Kong, Macau never fails to charm visitors with its unexpected mix of Portugues
Did you know................
The following are just a few little known facts about Walt Diney World and the way it works.Did you know…………………..All garden and plant displays within
St Augustine
St AugustineTwo hours drive north of Orlando is the historical city of St Augustine. St Augustine is America’s oldest city and has two main areas of i
Combining a Cruise and Villa Stay in Florida
During one of our visits to Orlando Florida, we decided that the ultimate holiday experience would be to go on a week’s cruise, yet stay in our own vi
Gliding
Have you ever been to Florida and laid on your sunbed watching the birds soaring and gliding. This is something a friend of ours decided to take one s
Tarpon Springs
We discovered Tarpon Springs last year after some friends recommended it, We wanted to discover new places in Florida so we gave it a go and have to s
Halloween – A Fantastic Time to Visit Orlando
In the UK, we don’t seem to celebrate Halloween as much as the US but having visited Orlando in October 2003, I really am now an advocate of
Discovery Cove - Best Ever Park Visit
Discovery CoveWe have just returned from Orlando where we visited Discovery Cove. This was a must do of ours for many years and we finally were able t
Driving in Orlando
On previous trips when we have visited Orlando, my Husband has always been the driver. I have never felt confident enough to leave the comfort of my l
A Stroll around Celebration Lake
We have been visiting central Florida for a number of years now and had often past the Celebration water tower on US192 with hardly a second glance. U
Highway 192 - An attraction in itself
Orlando’s highway 192 has long been known for its proximity to Walt Disney World. You can travel from the West at Highway 27 along the 192 for 24 mile
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
Magic Kingdom - Tomorrowland
For all you budding time travellers, this will suit you down to the ground. First ride is Stitch’s Great Escape, if you’ve visited Walt Disney World i
Mitsukoshi Restaurant – Epcot
I must admit to liking my food and enjoy trying new culinary dishes from around the world be they hot and spicy, different textures or simply cooked b
American food
The food in America is everything you could wish for. The portions however are absolutely enormous, most of the time a child’s portion is as big as we
CRYSTAL RIVER STATE PARK
Crystal River State Park incorporates St Martins Marsh. During the sixties it was realised how important submerged land was to the eco system and St M
Treasure Island Beach
Treasure Island is one of the many beaches along the Gulf Coast which has beautiful white sand that stretches for miles. All the beaches along the coa
Houston We’ve Had a Problem – Apollo 13 Encounters April 2010
It hardly seems possible that 40 years ago the Apollo 13 mission set off on its doomed attempt to land on the moon. It was on April 11th 1970 that Apo
Don Pablo's
Since we started staying in our own home back in November 2004 we very rarely visit the restaurants on International Drive as most of the major chains
Falcons Fury Ride at Busch Gardens.
Busch Gardens is a lovely family friendly theme park which is situated 8 miles north east of Tampa and around an hour from your theme park area villa
Key West Attractions
Key West is the southernmost city in the continental USA and one of the most distinctive. As you drive to Key West from Miami which takes approximatel
One of my Favourite Rides in Universal Studio
I sat down at my desk today and thought “ what is the best show or ride in Universal studios” at first writing such an articles seems easy but then I