Random Florida Guide articles
Tips When You Go To Character Meals
When we first started going to Disney there were just a few Character Meals to choose from. Now you have lots of choices and can see the characters at
Eating (and drinking) at Harry Potter.
It is a good idea to plan your islands of Adventure day round eating at Harry Potter. Since it is wise to get to that area before the crowds build up
Typhoon Lagoon part 1
Typhoon Lagoon Part 1Our first trip to a Disney water park was to Typhoon Lagoon many years ago, it was our very first trip to Florida to experience t
Discovery Cove Revisited
Discovery Cove RevisitedWe had looked at visiting Discovery Cove for quite a few years, but to be honest, the cost had always put us off as there were
Disney Quest..
Disney Quest in an inside attraction which is perfect for rainy days. It can be enjoyed during the day or the evening and has 5 floors, all packed wit
A different place to shop!
If you are staying in a villa on the Highway 27, particularly if you are situated north of the Highway 192 junction, you are only a short drive from t
Vans Skate Park
Being the mother of 2 skater dudes I ( and the boys ) was very happy to come across the Vans Skate Park when I was on a shopping trip with the family.
SLEUTH’S MYSTERY DINNER SHOWS
If the adults and teenagers in you party want to enjoy a good evening’s entertainment a visit to Sleuth’s Mystery Dinner show will provide this. We al
Unsung Heroes #2
In the first of these two loosely linked articles I extolled the virtues of the Java Hut Café on the A1A between Flagler and St Augustine. Our second
Rolling Oaks Common (part 1)
Rolling Oaks Commons is a fast developing retail area located at the Orange Lake junction of the US192. It is home to a great Super Target store a
Bob Evans Family Restaurant
There are so many places to choose from for casual breakfast dining in Orlando but one of our from family favourites is Bob Evans restaurant. There ar
My Favourite Florida Restaurant
On my first trip to Florida we decided to take a trip down to Downtown Disney one early evening and thought we would perhaps try to find somewhere to
Carrabba's for Italian food
Carrabba's Like Italian Food? Well if you are like me and need a pasta fix sometime during your vacation, Carrabba' s is the place to go. We heard
Raglan Road
This particular Wednesday evening mid October some friends had invited me out for dinner as it was to be my last night. I had extended my stay since t
What’s so great about Universal Studios Part 5
So we have just done the Men in Black “Alien Attack” ride which is really great fun, it’s only a short walk to the next ride “The Simpsons Ride” now I
LITTLE TALBOT ISLAND
Little Talbot Island State Park is located in Jacksonville, 17 miles east of mile post exit 35. 8A. This has been a State Park since 1952 and is one o
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
If you fly to Florida with the American carrier, Delta, it is highly likely that you will make your first landfall at Atlanta International Airport, o
Kraken At Sea World
“Why is the queue so short?” I wondered, as I got nearer to the embarkation point for Kraken. Is it because I have hit a good time? Is it because ther
Mia Pizza on Highway 27
Here is my review for Mia Pizza at Berry Town Centre on Highway 27. The first time we discovered this restaurant was a few years ago as soon as we get
Menello Museum
The Mennello Museum of Modern Art is situated in Orlando in a truly stunning location on a lake in Lock Haven Park. THe cornerstone of this museum is
City of Thessaloniki - Part 1
Thessaloniki was founded in 315bc by Cassander, the king of ancient Macedon and named after his wife. Thessaloniki is the capital of Macedonia and the
Making Wine at Lakeridge Vineyard and Winery
If you enjoy the odd glass of wine (or maybe the odd bottle or two) then you should try to fit in a visit to the Lakeridge Vineyard and Winery, just n
Tips on enjoying Blizzard Beach to the full
Always remember to take your sunscreen with you – even when it is cloudy you can get burned! Apply sunscreen often, especially as you will be in and o
Visit a “real” Flea Market for a great day out
Regular visitors to the Orlando/Disney may well have stopped off at the Flea Markets on the 192. The two main locations on the 192 are a popular stop
Visiting the water parks
There are four water parks in Orlando, Florida. Disney has two water parks, Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach, both of which are wonderfully themed. S