Random Florida Guide articles
Weeki Watchee Springs
It’s a couple of years now since we last visited Weeki Watchee Springs so it’s time we had another visit. That’s the trouble with Florida-there’s just
St Augustine – Red Train Tours (part 2)
Back on the miniature Red Train again and the driver continues with his narration of all the important historical facts of this wonderful city. Our ne
Changes at Epcot 2010
The year 2010 will see some new store and restaurant openings at Epcot. Their restaurant expansion plans will mean that the amount of dining seats in
Ice Skating in Kissimmee
Forever interested in finding new things to do and new places to go, some friends suggested we join them and take the children ice skating in Kissimme
Salsa Taqueria & Tequila Bar
To be found in the Florida Mall and opening: Monday to Thursday from 11am-9.30pm Friday and Saturday 1100am-10pm Sunday 1100am-6.30pm Salsa Taque
New York JFK Airport
John F Kennedy International Airport was, of course, named after the famous President of the 1960’s, who was, sadly, assassinated on November 22nd, 19
Best and Worst Rides at Universal Studios
When time is tight it is sometimes worth knowing which rides are worth queuing up for and which are not. This can depend a lot on the ages of your par
Sawgrass Mills Outlet
The largest single floor retail outlet mall in the USA is Sawgrass Mills, located on West Sunrise Blvd, Sunrise, Florida 33323-4020. If you plan on vi
MR KONGS CHINESE RESTAURANT
With a chef that has cooked for the Japanese Pavilion in Epcot and an owner that has an individual attitude to restaurant dining -Mr Kongs is onto a w
SAN FELASCO HAMMOCK
San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park is situated in Alucha, just east of the I. 75 over pass and 4 miles north of Gainseville. This park covers 690
Visiting St. Augustine
If you are looking for something different, something of the real Florida a two hour drive north will bring you to the wonderful town of St Augustine.
Rainforest Cafe-7
The Rainforest Café in Downtown Disney is a great place for a special meal out for all the family, but it is particularly suitable for children. You c
Legends Golf Course
Legends Golf and Country Club Whilst spending time at our villa on Highlands Reserve, my son in law and I took the opportunity for a bit of relaxat
Enjoying City Walk
When we go to Citywalk in the evening we usually go early so we have a leisurely stroll along the front between Universal Studios and Islands of Adven
Calabay Parc
Calabay Parc is one of the most elegant, stylish and celebrated vacation communities in the Disney Area. It is a highly exclusive development, which n
What do Epcot and California have in common?
Easy for those of you who have visited Future World at Epcot…. the answer is the Soarin’ experience in the Land Pavilion where you are gently transpor
Shopping at Hollywood Studios
Whenever we visit a Theme Park we always seem to return to the villa with someone lamenting “I forgot to go to such a shop”. Therefore I thought I wou
DISNEYWORLD FAIRYTALE WEDDING
I would imagine any young girl visiting Disney World, would think that one day they would love to find their prince and get married in Disneyworld aft
Margaretville in May
So all you Parrot heads out there what are you waiting for stop “wasting away again” after all “it is 5 o’ clock somewhere”! Our most recent visit to
How far to Disney?
One of the most frequent questions potential guests often ask villa owners is, ' How far is it to Disney? ' Some first time guests have even been know
Casa Feliz
A day out in Winter Park is always rewarding but you could easily miss this little gem so I want to encourage you to take a couple of hours to tour th
Mount Teidi, Tenerife
Mount Teide is almost right in the centre of Tenerife and is 3718 meters high. It is the third largest active volcano and on occasions has been known
Things to do in Florida
Staying in a villa near to Disney World Orlando and surrounding areas is less expensive than most people think. These days it’s not considered to be a
Sweetbays.
If your vacation villa is on or near the 27, I want to tell you about a supermarket you otherwise might miss. Sweetbays are a rather more upmarket
Little ones at Magic Kingdom - Adventureland
Magic Kingdom is big…. very big! And as little legs can get tired with all the walking it’s a good idea to do a couple of ‘lands’ within Magic Kingdom