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Toronto - Part 1
Toronto is the capital of Ontario, Canada, and sits on the North-West of Lake Ontario. Currency is the Canadian dollar and the average high temperatur
The Toyota Highlander by Alamo
When looking for a comfortable 4x4 to rent during the summer my usual procrastination was curtailed by price when I was distracted by an extremely goo
Visiting Marrakech – What you should know before you go - Part 6
General Information - continued The main post office is on the Place du 16 Novembre in Guéliz. It opens from 8am–4:15pm Monday– Friday and from 8:3
Hidden Mickey's
How did it all Start? Rumour has it that Hidden Mickey’s started out when the building of Epcot commenced, at this point Disney Management wanted to k
Panama Canal
A contender for the eighth wonder of the world, the Panama Canal has been undergoing a major revamp, which should have coincided with its 100th birthd
Expedition Everest - Animal Kingdom
This is Animal Kingdoms newest ride and as such is very popular. It is a Fastpass attraction so I would suggest you go and get your Fastpass as soon a
PAYNES PARK
Paynes Park State Park is situated in Bowling Green on the Tamiami Trail. This is an important area in the history of the pioneer life of Florida. A t
Texas De Brazil
On our never ending quest to sample the best variety of restaurants in Orlando we happened on this one quite by chance. Not having much of an idea wha
Sharks Underwater Grill at Seaworld
Sharks Underwater Grill at Sea World is full-service restaurant where you literally dine underwater amongst sharks and other sea life – a different
Combining a Cruise and Villa Stay in Florida
During one of our visits to Orlando Florida, we decided that the ultimate holiday experience would be to go on a week’s cruise, yet stay in our own vi
Winter Park Part Two
Having so much enjoyed our first afternoon in Winter Park we decided to set out for a full day the second time we visited. We decided to start slowly
Christmas Holiday Season at Disney - Orlando
If you are looking for an exciting place to spend the Holiday Season look no further than the exciting area of Orlando! It is a great time to have fun
Aquatica - same old, same old or new leader?
This is a family trip report from Aquatica. As somebody who has travelled to Orlando and visited all the water parks I was particularly excited about
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
THE AMERICAN BULLFROG
The LARGEST frog in Florida ! They can be found - and heard throughout Florida. By the time it reaches maturity it can measure 6 to 8 inches long and
The Loop Shopping Experience
Situated at the junction of John Young and Osceola Parkway are the twin locations of The Loop and The Loop West, providing a shopping experience that
Pauls Florida Diary Day 5 Part 2
Shortly after Will and Karlie returned from the dragon challenge its started to rain once again so we took shelter in one of the Cat in a Hat shops se
Thomson Premium Club seating upgrades
If you have ever flown to Orlando or Miami from the UK you will be used to the poor standard of some of the economy seating on offer. Many economy sea
Bubba Gump’s
Well we have eaten at many places in Orlando on our many holidays but have never eaten in the Citiwalk area of Universal Studios main due to the fact
The Melting Pot
Our recent visit to Orlando was during the annual Magical Dining Month where over 100 local restaurants offered a 3-course prix fixe menu for $35. The
CRACKER HOMES AND THEIR PEOPLE
When you visit Florida, you are sure to hear Cracker homes and the people mentioned. Well, what are they? Cracker people were true pioneers, self reli
Gatorland-2
When we first drove by the entrance to Gatorland, we weren’t impressed! There is a huge green plaster alligator’s mouth surrounding the entrance to th
What to see and do in Agadir - Part 1
Agadir is Morocco’s premiere beach resort with approximately 340 days of sunshine a year. It has six kilometres of soft white sands and is nestled amo
The Pearl Restaurant
My parents discovered Treasure Island on the Gulf Coast many years ago. They were looking for somewhere to bring the family for a few days by the sea
Tallinn: Old Town in Depth - Part 22
Kadriorg – Elegant park & fine art Kadriorg is a quiet, leafy area within easy walking distance of Old Town. After Russian tsar Peter the Great