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Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 33
The Latrobe House is the one that I mentioned earlier in that it is currently in the middle of a full restoration. Depending on when you are reading t
A magical place to be on christmas eve
Last year we were in Florida for Christmas and the new year and what made it special was that we had all the family with us even the grandchildren age
Trieste, Italy: Having a short break – Part 3
Day Two: COFFEE and CULTURE If you’ve drunk Illy coffee, then you’ve tasted Trieste. The firm has its global HQ south of the city, shipping in gree
Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens
If you are ever in the West Palm Beach area of Florida and feel the need for a cultural ‘fix’ then a visit to the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens is high
Cumbrian Lakes - a true community!
When we were looking to buy a holiday rental home in Florida, we looked at lots of different homes in locations across the state. As we drove into the
India - Goa
Did you think Goa is all about the beaches? Then you’re in for a major surprise, because from jungle treks to plantation tours, Goa has everything.
Blue Springs
Just north of Orlando at Orange City (Junction 114 on the I4) is a little piece of unspoiled Florida that delights under the name of Blue Springs. Her
Planet Hollywood Orlando ~ Down Town Disney West Side
Completely unmissable as you enter Disney’s Down Town West Side complex, Orlando’s Planet Hollywood restaurant is housed in a giant purple and neon
Scenic boat tour Winter Park
Close to the attractions is the suburb of Winter Park, a little known town with its own scenic boat tour. Located on Lake Osceola, this is ideal for a
WHERE TO EAT TODAY?
Now there is the million-dollar question! There are so many places to eat in the Orlando area that you could almost spend a whole lifetime trying t
Hollywood Studios with Toddlers
Disney’ s Hollywood Studios has a good number of attractions that are probably more geared to adults, but there are still plenty of wonderful ex
Flying to Fort Lauderdale with US Airways – Part 2
As a special birthday treat my husband and I are flying out to Florida to pick up a Caribbean cruise. We normally visit our beautiful home, but this t
Restaurants in the Rotonda Area part 1
Restaurants near Rotonda West (Placida Rd)One of the things we love most about staying on the Rotonda is the fact that you can BBQ every night if you
Old Town Kissimmee
Believe it or not we have never been to Old Town Kissimmee before in all our years visiting Florida. We hadn’t realized how easy it was to get to Old
Key Lime Pie
Key Lime Pie – Interesting facts and a recipeEverywhere you go in Florida you will see Key Lime Pie on the menu. It is said to have originated in Key
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Disney Animal Kingdom is the newest of the four Disney theme parks. The park design following a tried and tested Disney method of a central feature to
America’s Wild Spaces - Part 7
GATES OF THE ARCTIC is in the state of Alaska and has an area of 34, 287 sq km. This is the place to go for the northern lights and fishing, it wa
Davenport for Disney!
Davenport and the US 27 is growing at a fabulous rate, whilst maintaining a certain “upscale” feel about it that makes you glad you are staying there
Why are the villas all different prices?
All the villas are owned by private owners not by Orlando Villas and they will all have different standards. Some are very, very luxurious with furnit
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 31
MARINA VALLARTA continued:- Marina Vallarta should not be confused with the Maritime Terminal where the cruise ships dock. The Puerto Vallarta Mari
Mickey's Christmas Party
My family think I am a big kid when I get to Disney as I just love the magic! For me, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a must if we are there be
Orlando International Airport - Art in a Garage? Whatever Next?
Who would have thought that an airport garage would actually be an art gallery? Well, the parking garage at Orlando international Airport is just that
Charley's Steak House
A meal at Charley’s Steak House is a mouth-watering meal to remember. This award-winning restaurant has been ranked consistently as one of America’s T
Amsterdam: An overview - Part 15
Prinsenstraat and Herenstraat The Prinsenstraat and Herenstraat are an excellent introduction to the essence of Amsterdam. They cross three of
Splendid China
Please note - Since this article was written Splendid China has sadly Closed. When you need a break from Mickey and his friends, why not head to Sple