Random Florida Guide articles
From Miami to Key West: what's in a name?
So here are some more Floridian place names and their meanings. MIAMI Most of us have been to Miami at some point. And certainly in the early d
A filling breakfast at Perkins!
So having had a successful lunch at Perkins, we promised ourselves that we would visit again for breakfast; so we did. And I guarantee, that after a P
Tallinn: Old Town in Depth - Part 25
Kadriorg Park This vast park surrounding Kadriorg Palace is without a doubt the best place in town for relaxed strolling, pigeon feeding and life p
Restaurants we enjoy that cater for Vegetarian and non vegetarians
Restaurants we enjoy that cater for Vegetarian and non vegetarians. With Vegetarian and non Vegetarian members in our family initially we had difficu
Tresco, Isles of Scilly – Part 1
This is a little piece of Britain with just a hint of the Mediterranean. It’s here that you can head off the Cornish coast to enjoy a relaxing walk ar
Islands with a Difference - Part 6
LAMU, KENYA The population of about 20, 000 lives in just 80 sq km. Recently times have been hard for Lamu. Unrest in the region provoked gover
Walmart for first timers.
How to tackle Walmart for first timers? well if you have not been in one before Walmart are the giant stores that are much more than just a food shop.
The Joys and Pain of Owning a Villa
That’s it, you’ve done it, you’ve been thinking about it for years and now the deed is actually done and you walk into your own little bit of America,
San Sebastian Winery St Augustine
Located in the historic city of St Augustine and just a couple of hours drive from Orlando what could be a better way of spending an afternoon than ta
Sea Screamer at Clearwater
We drove to Clearwater on our last visit to Florida as I saw advertised on the Forum for a boat called the sea screamer. I called first to make a rese
Avignon, France - Part 1
If you fancy getting away what better than a trip to the historic and gastronomic Provençal city of Avignon. It is an easy train journey or short flig
Victoria and Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Hotel- Part I
If you are celebrating a special event during your holiday in Orlando, or want to really treat yourself to an occasion, which you will never forget, y
Discovery Cove in Orlando
- Our Day OutLast year we were lucky enough to be able to visit Discovery Cove. We were advised to book 6 months in advance to avoid disappointment an
Vacation trip to Lowry Zoo, Tampa, Florida
As a change from the normal tourist agenda we decided to have a day away from Orlando and the normal attractions and visit the Tampa Bay zoo – named L
The Florida Everglades
Although the numerous parks are a must-see for the first time visitor, there is much more to see in "The other Florida". The Everglades Nati
Rainforest Cafe at Down Town Disney
If you are looking for a wild dining experience that the whole family will enjoy, try one of Orlando’s two Rainforest Café Restaurants. Choose from ei
Victoria and Alberts Resturant Review
Victoria and Albert’s restaurant is located in the Disney Hotel the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. The hotel itself is a bit impersonal as it is so b
Japan on a budget - Part 5
ACCOMMODATION If you put transport aside then accommodation is likely to be the thing that will put the biggest dent in your budget. It is unfortun
Harry Potter at Universal Studios- Orlando Florida
One of the newest rides in Universal Studios Islands of Adventure is the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Build on the back of the huge movie and book
Adventureland In Magic Kingdom
Adventureland is a lovely part of the Magic Kingdom Park that we never seemed to visit when the girls were young. However although now twelve years ol
What’s so Magical about Magic Kingdom Part1
Magic Kingdom is the oldest of the parks at Disney Land Florida and in my view still the one with the Magic, if you have never ever been before then I
Flying Unicorn - IOA
As the Flying Unicorn, which is in the Lost Continent, is a little out of the way, be sure you look to your right just before crossing the bridge to e
Cypress Gradens
Cypress gardens Florida is Florida’s oldest ‘Theme Park’.To get there you take I4 west to exit 55 or if you are travelling along Hwy 27 you go south.
Sneak Preview - The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Hogsmeade Shops and Restaurants
As you enter the Wizarding World of Harry Potter through the iconic archway, the first thing you will see (on your right) will be Hogsmeade Station. T
Jet lag-how to cope with a change of time zone.
It can take about one day to recover for each time zone you cross. There are various methods you can try that may help you avoid jet lag or reduce its