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Berry Town Centre, Davenport
Berry Town Centre is located on the US27 off Sandmine Road in Davenport and is the local shopping centre for day to day shopping when we are at our vi
China Pavilion - Epcot
After a long day at Magic Kingdom mostly spent in Fantasyland we decided to spend a few evening hours at Epcot where we had parked our car at the begi
Greek Islands - Part 2
Just across the water is Kimolos, where every restaurant is family-run and the coastline is filled with colourful fishermen’s houses stacked up like j
The Delights of Clearwater Beach
We had spent a couple of hours strolling along the pristine white sand of Clearwater Beach a couple of years back but, on that occasion, we were press
Amsterdam: An overview - Part 18
AMSTERDAM - Outside the central city If you are one of the many return visitors who have already seen the beautiful canals, visited the museums and
Superstores
I once asked a little boy what he enjoyed most about his holiday at Disney World. Was it seeing Mickey Mouse, riding on The Pirates of the Caribbean o
BJ's Brewhouse
We have discovered BJ' s Brewhouse at The Loop but have yet to try their second location in Orlando at The Mall of Millenia. BJ' s is a restaurant wit
Planet Hollywood at Downtown Disney
Planet Hollywood makes its impact on the skyline at Downtown Disney west side, and is even more spectacular when viewed at night. It is an amazing bui
Eating Out Near Ashley Manor
While the best location around is probably next to your pool, you don’t always feel like cooking, or washing up! There are lots a places within a 5 mi
Germany city of Stuttgart - Part 2
Germany city of Stuttgart - Part 2 The Stuttgart State Theatre is the largest theatre of its kind in Europe. The beautiful 100 year old building wi
Pirates Dinner Adventure
On asking my son what he would like to do to celebrate his 8th Birthday in Florida this year, he replied : - “I would like to have dinner with the Pir
A poice museum and Botanical Gardens.
American Police Hall of Fame and Museum is situated in Titusville on Florida' s Atlantic coast. If you have been to see a rocket launch you may well h
Tomoko State Park
Tomoko State Park is located 3 miles north of Ormond Beach in Volusia County. As in most cases, this area was once occupied by Native Americans who wo
Blue Man Group: Big changes afoot!
The last time we went to Universal Studios, there was a whole booth staffed with people promoting that marvellous show, The Blue Man Group, so I guess
Holyland Experience - Orlando
We had the pleasure of visiting the Holy Land Experience on our most recent visit to the Orlando area and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We purchased our
A Day at the Beach (Sometimes you need a break from Mickey!!)
Florida boasts 663 miles of beaches and our favourite is Anna Maria Island on the Gulf coast. It takes about 2 hours to drive there from Orlando so we
Arabian Knights - Kissimmee US192
We’d almost forgotten about this dinner show even though we must pass it a dozen times each time we come to Orlando. We decided that as we were visiti
Jet Ski Hire
If you enjoy jet skis, there is a place on the 192 up by the H27 end and tucked away behind a hotel, but clearly sign posted, where you can hire them,
BIG TALBOT
Big Talbot State Park is situated west of Little Talbot and 20 miles from Jacksonville. On the A1A N on Floridas north east this is a great place to c
Pick your own citrus and taste the difference!
Imagine waking to another glorious sunny day in Florida, sipping some sweet fresh orange juice on your pool deck, and enjoying some ruby red grapefrui
Wonderworks – An afternoon of thrills and amazement
Orlando has so much to offer, Your main reason for going will probably be Disney or Universal but if you have a half day and want to avoid the crowds,
Red Lobster
I have for the last few years wanted to try out the Red Lobster but always was out voted by the family because as they said ‘they don’t want just seaf
Eat to the Beat at Epcot
Epcot is holding a music festival for the entire run of its Epcot Food and Wine Festival. This is called ' Eat to the Beat' and runs from septembe
Italian Lakes: The Greenway Walks - Part 4
You will see the 18th century Palazzo Brentano, located in Bonzanigo. Crossing the small historical centre you will arrive at Palazzo Rosati, then you
Why rent a villa instead of a hotel - Part 2
Following pool hours rules is simply a consideration of your neighbours. Unlike a hotel, not all your neighbours will be on holiday, some villas are i