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If you are like us, the first night that you get to your villa you will be absolutely shattered, after all, to your body 9pm is actually 2am the following day, you try your best to stay awake and get on to American time, but eventually, you succumb a... Viewed 7736 times.
Since we purchased our house in Poinciana, both our daughters decided to get married there. My youngest daughter got married 3 years ago and wanted the whistles and bells. She had the full blown wedding dress with millions of bea... Viewed 7522 times.
Constitution Convention Museum State Park was where Florida turned from a territory to a State; a long and well disputed process. This park is in St Joe just off the US 98 in Floridas North West region. It covers just 14 acres, but if you ar... Viewed 7603 times.
“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 there is a hint of rain in the air? I couldn’t decide. I reached the end of the queue and esti... Viewed 8914 times.
We had wanted to go to the House of Blues in Downtown Disney, West side for some time. Here there is a Gospel Brunch every Sunday and it is billed as “A musical celebration of the ' good news, ' praise & thanksgiving, with a delicious all... Viewed 7648 times.
As we visit our villa at least once a year, and my parents who are retired have the luxury of going twice, we tend to have multi day passes for all the Parks. When the girls were younger we tended to spend the majority of our days at Universal Studio... Viewed 6500 times.
Our family are huge fans of the Market Street Cafe in Celebration . It is one of our favourite restaurants and an absolute "must" on any visit to Orlando. We have eaten there for breakfast, lunch and dinner and have never come away disap... Viewed 8786 times.
EPCOT FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL 2009 My parents absolutely love this event and if ever they are over at the villa when it takes place they always visit it at least once. This seven week Festival has fabulous food from countries on 6 cont... Viewed 6166 times.
If you want a lovely relaxing day away from the theme parks then something I would recommend is hiring a pontoon boat and sailing the St Jonh River. We found this place by pure chance, I love hummingbirds and while searching for somew... Viewed 6794 times.
This series of concerts takes place in Universal Studios, Orlando as part of the Mardi Gras celebrations. March 5th Lynyrd Skynyrd This American rock band was formed in Jacksonville Florida in 1964, and they became prominent in ... Viewed 6610 times.
Christmas at Epcot is truly memorable for so many reasons, not least being the very special ‘Candlelight Processional’ which has become an annual tradition, and one not to be missed. In fact, this performance will take place this year for the 39th ti... Viewed 6354 times.
DISNEYS WINDOWS part5 ROY O. DISNEY (Walt Disney brothers) In 1923, Roy O. Disney started the Walt Disney Studio with his younger brother, Walt. Roy contributed $250, Walt had $40, and they borrowed $500 from an uncle. W... Viewed 6704 times.
There are 4 main water parks in the Orlando area The main ones as you would guess are in Disney Blizzard beach This is set around a snow capped mountain (but with the Florida sunshine. Melt away bay is the beach ar... Viewed 7921 times.
As we travel to the Gulf Coast I never fail to marvel at Tampa’s large buildings that you can see from the Motorway and look as though they are made of cardboard Tampa is situated on Florida' s west coast along the Gulf of Mexico. If you ... Viewed 7865 times.
If you have visited Magic Kingdom then I guess, like me, you will have visited ‘It’s A Small World. ’ It’s irritatingly repetitive music it is something that will undoubtedly stay with you for the rest of the day. It is a bit ‘twee’ and certainly has... Viewed 6760 times.
The Native Americans known as the Seminole Indians are an amalgamation of the Hitchitis, Oconees, Creeks and Micosukees. The coming together of these once separate tribes happend in the 18th century. It is good to note that some of the slaves escaped... Viewed 7132 times.
Just past Hogsmeade Village sits the Dragon Challenge, a ride based around the first task of the Tri Wizard Challenge. You must make your choice to challenge either the Chinese Fireball or the Hungarian Horntail dragon. Only the bravest, or most fool... Viewed 8102 times.
In our never ending quest to try every restaurant in Orlando we ventured to Cafe Tu Tu Tango. Situated on International Drive, it is right in the centre of the tourist area. The restaurant itself claims to "fill all your sensorial need... Viewed 1941 times.
This is the second Universal Studios Park to open in Orlando and is the thrill seekers Mecca in Orlando. Situated adjacent to the original Universal you park at the same place and walk through City Walk to reach both parks. Once through the ga... Viewed 4462 times.
If you are looking for something a little out of the ordinary, and if you enjoy wine, then here is something which should appeal to you – the Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards. When it first opened in the centre of the citrus growing area it raised a fe... Viewed 7135 times.
Friends often ask me why I like theme parks so much. I answer “I like them but no more than many with a young family. Why do you think I do?” To which they respond with “You go to Orlando so often - you must!” I find this an amazing view as Or... Viewed 4072 times.
Just under four hours drive South of Orlando, on the Gulf of Mexico coast is the beautiful and cosmopolitan town of Naples. Famous for its shopping, restaurants, golf courses and gorgeous miles of white sandy beaches, Naples is definitely worth a vis... Viewed 8657 times.
Probably the best place to see Manatees in the fantastic surroundings of the beautiful, natural countryside These gentle giants of the mammal family make their way into the warm waters of Blue Spring –which is a lovely 72 degrees –when the ... Viewed 8598 times.
The perfect ending to a perfect day at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom has to be Wishes firework display. This particular extravaganza of pyrotechnics began in 2003 when, in October of that year, it replaced the Fantasy in the Sky fireworks which h... Viewed 8487 times.
If you are planning a trip to Sarasota, there is far more than shops and beaches for you to see. You need to make time and include a trip to the beautiful Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is a respected world c... Viewed 6589 times.
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