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The “Ice” spectacular at Gaylord Palms features a real Winter Wonderland for all ages. Everything has been created out of ice (two million pounds of it, if you read the literature provided). So, if you thought that Florida was just sunshine, palm ... Viewed 4334 times.
When you are in Orlando, you must visit Universal. Be sure to buy a multi day multi entry ticket as you will wish to go back lots of times. The ticket also allows you to enter Universal’s sister park Islands of Adventure, this park has some b... Viewed 8413 times.
There are so many things that I enjoy at Disney but I thought I would try to list some of my favourites. Go to Lion King at Animal Kingdom. When you get to the Park your guide map should give you the show times but be sure to get there at... Viewed 6777 times.
Of course I can only comment on the rides I have done myself, but after 30 years of visiting Disney parks, I have done most. However I have never done the thrill seeker rides that turn you inside out and upside down. Having said that, ... Viewed 9288 times.
Aunt Kates On The River is a great restaurant that is indeed right on the water in wonderful St Augustine. This restaurant has been owned and run by the Using family for over a century. It was originally called Oscars but after it burned down... Viewed 7557 times.
The Tequesta Indians lived in the South East corner Florida in the Miami Dade and Florida Keys areas. There were only 800 of this tribe which may go towards how they were pushed from pillar to post in the latter part of their history. They ha... Viewed 12282 times.
If you’ve ever wondered what it was like to be a pioneer in the United States then take a visit to Fort Christmas. Way back on Christmas Day (hence the name) in 1837, 2000 US Army Soldiers and Alabama volunteers arrived to build a fort. Only 200 fort... Viewed 7266 times.
These spectacular lights are shown at Hollywood Studios from around the first week in November through the holiday season. With no extra charge on your park ticket, it is so worth staying to see them light up and dance in the dark. You would be forgi... Viewed 7404 times.
Well for years I used to be the person who left things to the very last minute and to be honest did very well at booking holidays or flights (normally at a good rate). Since then booking holidays and especially holiday villas or appartments last minu... Viewed 8049 times.
What do people come to Florida, on holiday, for ? Is it the sun and sea ? Is it the theme parks ? Is it to play golf ? Is it to fish ? Is it to visit NASA ? Or is it to try something not normally associated with Florida ? Something away fro... Viewed 8634 times.
If you would like to see alligators in their own habitat then a trip to the Everglades is well worth while. The trouble is they are about 300 miles away from Orlando. So what is the alternative? Go for a day trip to Gatorland Zoo right in the heart o... Viewed 7063 times.
When we had finished the boat and tram trips we decided to have lunch at the small restaurant that is there at present. We had a very good value lunch and shared a large BBQ ribs sandwich, more than enough for the two of us. While we were eating we w... Viewed 9487 times.
Having spent a number of years visiting Florida, Orlando in particular, it may surprise some travellers if I say we were NOT too adventurous when it came to our choice of restaurants. For many of our early visits , we did have 2 small children with u... Viewed 7358 times.
Disaster; originally this was Earthquake based on the blockbuster film from the 70’s which starred some very big names such as Charlton Heston and William Holden, the show is essentially the same as it was but with another name. It shows you how many... Viewed 6906 times.
If you are visiting Orlando this siummer I have some exciting news for you! Gatorland are opening a zip line experience. This zip line will carry you soaring over alligators and crocodiles with a truly birds eye view of the whole park. ... Viewed 6378 times.
Dunns Creek is situated in Pomona Park on the St John River, on the U. S. 17. south, 4 miles from Satsuma and about 15 miles from Palatta. This area has been the site for farming, logging and turpentine in the twentith century and also in the... Viewed 7553 times.
The Newest Way for Guests to Travel Around Walt Disney World Resort Disney Skyliner is the latest way you can travel around Walt Disney World adding to the Disney magic. The gondolas join other transportation ways like Walt Disney Worl... Viewed 5940 times.
On our last couple of trips to the Magic Kingdom the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ ride had been closed for renovation and updating. For those of you that are unaware, the ride inspired the mega successful films and now in a curious case of life imitati... Viewed 10704 times.
We first visited SeaWorld’s new water park, Aquatica in August, 2009, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. It is very different from Disney’s water parks, Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach, but it has some brilliant rides. However, SeaWorld officials ha... Viewed 6986 times.
Last year saw the magical 50th Anniversary celebrations, which included the Cinderellabration Show at Magic Kingdom. Well, Disney never let the grass grow under their feet, do they? Not only has this year brought some great new additions to the Disne... Viewed 7692 times.
What’ s that in the sky? Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No! It’ s. . . . oh, actually it IS a bird! The Swallow-tailed Kite is a native Floridian predator. The easiest ways to recognise these birds are by its long forked tai... Viewed 7690 times.
First for those that have never visited Blizzard Beach let me give you a little background knowledge… According to Disney sources – a few years ago there was a freak winter storm that blanketed a little piece of Disney property in Florida with... Viewed 8336 times.
My wife (Sue) makes me go on all the roller coasters and I hate it! She absolutely loves it and gets a massive rush; smile from ear to ear. Why do I hate them? well I guess I am not designed to go upside down at 3 g 60mph! ! ! Viewed 7751 times.
This is always a quandary and there are for and againsts about both flight options. In- Direct Flights Our nearest airport is Birmingham (UK) so if we want to fly from here on a scheduled flight we do not have the option of fly... Viewed 6976 times.
As homeowners we are often asked where to go for the best Shuttle Launch view. This is one of the most exciting, awesome sights you can see whilst visiting Florida. The memory of such power will stay with you for a very, very long time. If you see a ... Viewed 7030 times.
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