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Disney's Animal Kingdom Dining Experiences
Character Dining : Restaurantosaurus – Character Dining When we’re talking dinosaurs, we are talking huge, and that is certainly what you’ll get at
Marrakech: An overview - Part 14
Places not to miss – continued, El Badii Palace El Badii Palace was built in the 16th century by Sultan Ahmed El Mansour and was believed to ha
Top Tips for The Parks
So it is your first time in Florida and you want to make the most of your days spent in the wonderful parks. Firstly, book your tickets in advance
Manny’s Chophouse Revisited
We last wrote about the wonderful food at Manny’s in 2006 and thought we would update our thoughts on this restaurant. It is now a firm favourite with
Breakfast in your villa
Breafast in your vacation villa; what could be nicer than the first meal of the day by the pool? And where else could you take breakfast in your jammi
Argentina: Salta an overview - Part 1
Home to some of Argentina’s best colonial architecture, this wild westerly outpost makes the perfect base for touring one of the world’s highest wine
Top Rollercoaster and Rides - Florida
Since I last wrote my guide to the Rollercoasters and rides of Florida (back in 2005) there has been a lot of development and the inclusion of some Wo
Seville – Part 2
When you have finally had your fill of tapas and want something more, aim for Abantal. This the only Michelin starred restaurant in Seville. It reigns
Its a Small World
I have been going to Disney World for so many years now I should be blasé, but I’m not. I have seen many changes at The Magic Kingdom and I am aware t
Winter Park - Culture Capital
Winter Park is generally regarded as Central Florida’s culture capital with its quaint brick streets and European like town center, luscious gardens,
The Garden View Lounge at Disney's Grand Floridian
Our vacations in Orlando are never complete without an Afternoon Tea at The Garden View Lounge in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa – we try to
Orlando’s Lesser Known Attractions – Part III
Nobody can deny that it is the lure of the big name theme parks, Universal Studios, Magic Kingdom, Sea World and the like, that attracts the vast majo
Cruising on Star Princess Part 6 A day of sun, sea and quizzes
If you have never cruised before then wondering what you will do when the ship is at sea is a question that is frequently asked. Unless you already be
The Sum of All Thrills – Part 1
I had read that a new ‘do it yourself’ interactive thrill ride had opened in Epcot and so on our recent visit to Florida decided that I had to try it
Goa - Part 1
Goa is the rebel beach escape that became trance central for a generation, these days there is a much sharper scene but one that remains defiantly ind
Longhorn Steakhouse - the best steaks in Orlando?
Out with some friends one evening and involved in the usual debate of ‘Where shall we eat’ ‘ Too much choice’ and all wanting something different for
Theme Park Tickets – Which Ones?
With the vast array of ticket permutations available for admission into the Orlando theme parks, it is hardly surprising that the first time visitor t
Norway Pavilion - Epcot
When you visit Norway, which is situated, between Mexico and China, you will feel that you have walked right into Scandinavia as you enter the picture
Gaylord Palms - Villa de Flora
We were lucky to be taken to Gaylord Palms by a friend as we would not have thought of venturing into the enormous convention centre. It is worth visi
Gulf Beaches
Theme parks are great but fancy something different? Take a trip to one (or more) of the Gulf Coast beaches. Allow yourself a whole day and expect to
Kuala Lumpur - an overview - Part 2
Basic information for your visit The population is 7. 2 million in the main metro area and the languages spoken are mainly Malay, Mandarin and Tami
Amsterdam experience - Part 1
You can very simply plan what you want to see and experience here as long as twelve months ahead. So what’s the best time of the year to visit Amsterd
An Arty Day Out!
The Orlando Museum of Art is located in North Mills Avenue in Orlando. This will be roughly about an hours drive from your vacation villa. This mu
Manny's Chop House
Do you like simple but very good food then Manny’s is for you. Situated on Highway 27 (approx 6 miles south from Interstate 4) you will find Manny’s C
Festival Bay
Whether it is a cowboy clothing shop or an amazing hunting, fishing, shooting shop that you are looking for, you’ll find both here. The shop selling c