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Amsterdam: An overview - Part 6
Van Gogh Museum After a nine month refurbishment the Van Gogh Museum has returned to its original home at the Museumplein and celebrated the 160th
The Koreshan State Historic Site - Estero Florida
When we visited Florida last August we decided to 2 centre our holiday by spending a few days close to the West coast in a place called Bonita Springs
Booking A Villa in Florida For The First Time
People who have never stayed in a Florida villa are often apprehensive about making the first steps in booking a villa. I know we were when we first b
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
As a lover of anything Art Nouveau and in particular Tiffany Glass whenever I’m in Central Florida always high on my must do list is a visit to The Ch
Amsterdam: An overview - Part 5
The Amsterdam Dungeon This museum brings together interesting facts from Amsterdam' s history while merged them typical theatrical effects. The Ams
Eating out and bars in Fort Lauderdale – Part 1
When visiting our beautiful villa in Orlando we sometimes drive down to the Fort Lauderdale area, which, with its turquoise waters, silvery sand and s
What’s so great about Universal Studios? Islands of Adventure 1
What’s so great about Universal Studios? Islands of Adventure 1 Previously I have written a number of articles all relating to how wonderful the Di
Illuminating Facts about Epcot’s Illuminations
Illuminations: Reflections of Earth is the nightly firework show at Walt Disney World’s Epcot. It takes place on the lagoon and runs for about 12 minu
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 1
Puerto Vallarta is a beach resort city that is on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. It is at the centre of the, 5 mile wide, Banderas Bay where the states
Do you have to be a child to enjoy Orlando part 3
Do you have to be a child to enjoy Orlando? Absolutely not. There other theme parks to enjoy as well as some other exciting activities for grown ups l
Fit in a visit to Celebration
Celebration is a small town situated just off the Highway 192, very close to the junction with the 417 and is well worth a visit. It may be an area th
Rolling Oaks Common
We were very pleased when this retail/restaurant development opened a couple of years ago as it is only a couple of miles from our villa. It is si
Florida Here We Come ......
So the day has arrived when your long awaited thoroughly planned holiday is finally about to happen. The bags are packed and you are waiting for the t
Flying to Florida with US Airways – Part 10
We have flown across the Atlantic in an Airbus 330 from London Gatwick to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, and thence to Fort Lauderdale Holly
A Day at Discovery Cove
One of the most special days out we have ever experienced in Orlando was the day we went to Discovery Cove.Don’t let the price put you off – it may so
Celebration Town Tavern (6)
On a recent visit to Celebration we decided to eat out and chose Celebration Town Tavern, a recreation of an authentic New England Tavern. It is a mix
Bike rental at Disney
Fancy doing something a little bit different? Something that will let you explore a little bit more of the Disney area? Something fun? Something relax
Carrabba's Restaurant
If you would like to try an Italian dinner for a change, Carrabba’s are a family owned (originally) restaurant chain. The one I tried was on Highway 1
Sanibel Island, Florida
Traffic and tourists are relatively recent additions to the island, as the causeway linking the island to the mainland was not constructed until 1963.
The Friendly Fisherman Restaurant, Madeira Beach
If you have had a wonderful day on one of the Gulf beaches, why not bring the evening to a close by visiting the Friendly Fisherman Restaurant, at Joh
An overview of Marrakech – 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
Island Grove Wine Company – Formosa Gardens, Kissimmee Fl 34747
I suppose by saying it was like a Phoenix rising from the ashes sounds a bit dramatic but. . . . . where once stood an old shed on a neglected, overgr
Charley's Steak House
Every so often in life you make a mistake. Some mistakes are big and costly, some small and insignificant. Once in a while a mistake ends up influenci
Places to Visit - Anna Maria Island
Many of you who do decide to venture away from the theme parks probably head the beaches of Daytona or ClearwaterLet me let you into our little secret
Character dining at the Garden Grill – Epcot
If you are looking for one of the better Disney dining experiences then you would do well to consider lunch at Epcot in the Garden Grill, where delici