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As a change from the normal tourist agenda we decided to have a day away from Orlando and the normal attractions and visit the Tampa Bay zoo – named Lowry Park Zoo which is located on 56 acres of lush natural habitats and was voted number one family ... Viewed 7496 times.
There are of course many restaurants to chose from in Magic Kingdom so I have highlighted a few that we have visited during our years of holidaying in Orlando – I highly recommend character meals but there are also great “snack” type places here t... Viewed 9349 times.
No trip to Florida should end without a visit to the Kennedy Space Center. When you are so close it would be criminal not to visit the most historic place in America – from where all the space missions leave. It is situated about 60 minutes drive fro... Viewed 8305 times.
Lafayette Blue Springs State Park is located 7 miles north of Mayo, on the Suwanee River (western side) This park sits on around 200 acres and encompasses about a mile of the Suwannee River. There are 6 natural communities here; spring run st... Viewed 8281 times.
If you are lucky enough to be able to combine a trip to Orlando with a few days in Miami, or a cruise perhaps, then you will undoubtedly use the Florida Turnpike to get to the south of Florida. This long, straight toll road is the best way to travel ... Viewed 10922 times.
Most visitors to Orlando come for the various theme parks – Mickey Mouse has been the major tourist attraction for many years. However – if you want to get away from the crowds and take a break from the standard attractions and theme parks – w... Viewed 7646 times.
If you have been to the resort area many times or are simply having an extended stay in Florida you may fancy an overnight side trip during your stay. Now your first thoughts may very well veer in the direction of a night at the beach (and jo... Viewed 5860 times.
It is never difficult to find a reason to choose Florida for a vacation. For families, the Disney theme parks (and Universal, SeaWorld and the others) are popular choices for days out in Florida. And, of course, the shopping! But there ... Viewed 8328 times.
After the excitement of booking a trip or even bore your thoughts should turn to your health your health. Here are some handy pointers on how to prepare for an adventure to a different country. MAKE A ... Viewed 6567 times.
Tampa is just a short distance from our villa so we often spend a day there – it is near enough to drive down and back in one day, and not only has some lovely malls, but one of our favourite attractions is the Florida Aquarium. We like to get... Viewed 11259 times.
Dine with the stars at the Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Based on the famed Hollywood restaurant of the same name, this is the place to dine like the Hollywood stars of the 30's, 40's and beyond. The Cobb sala... Viewed 9025 times.
Having looked forward to your trip to Florida for so long, planned exactly what you are going to do – which Parks to visit, how many shopping trips etc, we none of us want our holiday spoilt by an accident or sickness. Thankfully the chance f... Viewed 7618 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 9458 times.
For priority seating at both Les Chefs de France and Bistro de Paris call 407 939 3463 There are 11 countries in the World Showcase, France is the 9th if you are going clockwise around the lagoon. As you enter France’s pavilion, the ... Viewed 9394 times.
Have you ever been to Florida and laid on your sunbed watching the birds soaring and gliding. This is something a friend of ours decided to take one step further and to emulate the birds. We thought he was mad and his wife said, ‘just let me ring the... Viewed 8642 times.
Toon Lagoon is a great area within the islands of adventure which has a couple of really fantastic water rides such as Popeye and Blutos “Bilge Rat Barges” and Dudley Doo Rights ” Rip Saw Falls” Popeye and Blutos Bilge Rat Barges is a absolu... Viewed 7812 times.
We were lucky enough to be introduced to Kobe’s Japanese Steakhouse by some American friends of ours. At first we were a little unsure as they explained that it was a meal and show (not our sort of thing). They also said it was very “touristy” but fu... Viewed 9398 times.
Whether you are a keen fisherman or enjoy a day out among nature and lakes, ecological parks or renting a boat, canoe or kayak, you will be able access these among the more than 550 lakes in central Florida. Call the individual camps or parks to chec... Viewed 12972 times.
Cinderella’s Golden Carousel is the centrepiece of Fantasyland in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. It was actually built in 1917 by Italian woodcarvers for Detroit Palace Garden Park. In 1928 it was taken to Philadelphia to be renovated and... Viewed 9244 times.
The St Lucie County Regional Museum occupies a prime position in Museum Point Park. This museum ovelooks thge gorgeous Indian River and offers a timeline of the people of this area. The earliest known settlers in this area were the Native... Viewed 6002 times.
Our first trip to Orlando could very well have been our last. So many things went wrong that it is hard to believe that only a few months later we decided to go back, and then buy a villa! It just shows how much we love being in Orlando! ... Viewed 7276 times.
We are off to our villa shortly and my mind has had to focus on what and where to pack for the holidays. First priority has to be what to put in hand luggage. Some airlines are getting quite tough on the weight limit of hand luggage we ar... Viewed 8022 times.
Although we have never eaten here friends of ours visited this restaurant and have recommended it. They went to it by boat from the Magic Kingdom and I believe you can also travel by boat to it from Wilderness Lodge or Contemporary Resort. As... Viewed 8710 times.
Bahama Breeze is the most recently opened Rolling Oaks restaurant and although there are several other branches around the Orlando area we had not eaten at Bahama Breeze until our last trip. Here you will find steak, chicken and fish dishes as well a... Viewed 8501 times.
In addition to the theme parks, shopping, golf, restaurants and other attractions in the Orlando and Kissimmee area, there is much more to see outside of the main attractions area. One attraction that we have visited a couple of times ... Viewed 8521 times.
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