Random Florida Guide articles
Canada: Montmorency Falls, Parc de la Chute – Part 1
The beautiful Montmorency Falls which are within the Parc de la Chute-Montmorency is just a few minutes from the downtown area of Québec City. It is l
Flying to Tampa with British Airways Part 5
Immigration, Green forms, and silly mistakes. Our British Airways ‘plane has landed safely in Tampa after an excellent flight, and we are quickly off
Disney Wilderness Preserve
If you think you’ve been everywhere and done everything in central Florida, then think again! Most Florida visitors have never even heard of Disney Wi
POLLO TROPICAL
Pollo Tropical is a great place to grab a quick bite to eat. Imagine McDonald or Burger King with a Caribbean and Tropical feel. It leaves normal fast
Flying with Delta to Orlando Part 1
Many people choose to fly direct to Orlando, but as we visit our home regularly we use a variety of airlines to get us there, including American carri
Bargain hunting in Florida Mall Part 1
A visit to Central Florida cannot be complete for me without a trip to Florida Mall. I feel the excitement as I approach The Mall and drive around the
Hot Air Ballooning
Its something that we’ve dreamed of doing for the longest time. So on our last trip to Orlando we decided this was the time. We booked our trip before
Orange Lake Golf Courses
Our family has never been great golfers but many guests who have stayed at our villa have spoken enthusiastically about the courses at Orange Lake. As
Eating on a Budget – Animal Kingdom’s Flame Tree BBQ
We have often wondered why there seems to be a distinct lack of waitress service restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Although we still don’t know
Florida - The Sunshine State.
Florida - The Sunshine State. The amount of entertainment in Florida, Orlando, is unbelievable. It ranges from the every-day places like restauran
Fort de Soto Park and Beaches
If you want a scenic park and beach then Fort de Soto Park is for you, providing you don’t mind driving 100 miles from the Orlando area and navigating
Vero Beach
The first year we went to Florida we stayed for one week at Palm Beach. Whilst there we went to the Vero Beach area for the day as it was not too far
House of Blues - Gospel Brunch - Wheelchair User Tips
This again was something I wanted to do but had been given misinformation about (see mall at millennia). I love the gospel singing and so far have not
Florida Mall Part 2
Florida Mall Part 2 Brookstone is a very upmarket version of our own Gadget Shop. Mind you they only sell the top quality goods, not silly plastic
Florida Wildlife
If you have been to Orlando more than once you may feel like doing something completely different from visiting all the theme parks. Are you intereste
Perth- Part 1
Perth, one of the most remote cities on earth and just three hours from the buzzing beaches of Bali, this former gold rush town now attracts prospecto
Cocoa Beach Pier.
We have spent many happy hours on Cocoa Beach pier and I thought I would tell you a little about it to whet your appetite. Cocoa Beach is the closest
New restaurant at Magic Kingdom.
We have been hearing about the Magic Kingdom Fantasyland expansion for such a long time that it comes as a pleasant surprise that one element of this
Discovery Cove - Swim With Dolphins
As Discovery Cove is very popular and there is limited capacity you need to plan and book your day well in advance. I know you can make your booking a
Kew West - Florida
Key West, situated 150 miles from Miami and 90 miles from Havana, is a tropical island city which has maintained a strong sense of detachment. Along w
Christmas at Disney
The residents of Orlando put up the most amazing lights around their houses, in their gardens, on their roofs etc! Visit CELEBRATION off the 192 where
A Shopper’s Paradise
Orlando has to be one the best places in the world to go shopping the weather, the giant Malls, and best of all the prices……..even men should be happy
Our Stay at Treasure Island Part 1
We have always loved the Gulf Coast and over the years had stayed at Naples, Anna Marie Island Sarasota and Clearwater. About 10 years ago when they w
Softball and Baseball Practice Batting Cages – Near the Loop
With us having two boys, aged 12 and 8, we are always looking for new and fun things to do whilst in Florida. We read on the forums that some people h
Vegetarian dining in Florida
The words you don’t want to hear when you’re in a restaurant and you’ve just declared yourself to be a vegetarian to the waitress is “Oh dear” or even