Random Florida Guide articles
Where to eat in Orlando - Part 2
Part 2 For a more basic style of food, pork chops and mash for example, the Crackerbarrel on H192 is pretty good if a little bland for my taste, bu
We're going to Florida, where shall we stay? (Part 3)
After spending two summers in Florida in rental villas that we had booked through a tour operator we decided that for our third villa holiday we would
Gatorland - A Great Half Day Out
Alligators! Is there anyone who doesn’t find these scaly, prehistoric looking creatures from the deep fascinating? Most people and I include mysel
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Does your little girl dream of becoming a princess? She does……. . well, why not make her dream come true at the Biddidi Bobbidi Boutique which is loca
Typhoon Lagoon
Typhoon Lagoon is part of the Walt Disney World theme parks and can be included on your 5, 7 or 10 day theme park tickets. We visited Typhoon lagoon b
It’s a Small World at the Magic Kingdom
It’s a small world after all, it’s a small world after all, it’s a small world after all it’s a small, small world. This is the haunting tune to one o
What Do You Know About Florida? Part 1
We all love Florida, and particularly Orlando, but I wonder how many of us know much about this, the ‘Sunshine State. ’ For instance, although Orlando
Christmas at Gaylord Palms
Friends of ours went to the Gaylord Palms at Christmas and were really impressed. Apparently the festivities are on there for about six weeks ending e
Islands of Adventure
The second universal park to open in Orlando and is a real must for the for the daredevils among you, a thrill seekers paradise it has to be said. It
Extras to be enjoyed in Orlando
What else can be enjoyed in Orlando apart from theme parks? The answer to that question is simply, so much. Culture and Heritage. Apart from many mu
Solar Panel Pool Heating
Solar panel pool heating is a very expensive addition to your villa, ours cost around $6000 but does a very good job indeed, originally we installed i
EPCOT FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL
The yearly EPCOT food and wine festival is a wonderful chance to sample some great cuisines of the world and if you are a foodie you will just love it
A regional history museum.
The St Lucie County Regional Museum occupies a prime position in Museum Point Park. This museum ovelooks thge gorgeous Indian River and offers a timel
My Floriday holiday diary day 4
Day 4 Another lovely sunny and warm day! We had breakfast on the pool deck watching the amazing sunrise over the lake (we were up early, still
Historic Bok Sanctuary
Historic Bok Sanctuary is described in their leaflet as “A Remarkable Experience that Will Elevate Your Mind and Spirit” and I think that this sums it
Mickey's ToonTown Fair
This has got to be the most magical place for children n Magic Kingdom. When the girls were little this was always the first place they wanted to visi
AMELIA ISLAND STATE PARK
If I told you that there was a place you couldd go with a 200 acre natural reserve, a spectacular beach, forests and wildlife and then told you it wou
How to Make Your Disney Stay Even More Magical
Disney World ranks as one of the most popular destinations in the USA and for a very good reason. It provides sensational attractions for every age, h
Devil's Millhopper State Geological Site
Although we have visited Florida on several occasions we had never really ventured further than the Orlando Metropolitan area, the Gulf Coast and the
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 Indian Creek is such a Fantastic Location for your Stay
First time visitors to Orlando will be unsure and over whelmed by the amount of homes on offer and to the location of many villa's, maps are often mis
Yangon, Myanmar - Part 2
The population of Myanmar is just over 6 million and the language spoken is Burmese however there are around 100 tribal languages and dialects also sp
Harry P Leu Gardens....A History.
The Harry P Leu gardens are in Forest Avenue in Orlando. The history of the house and gardens start in 1885 when John Thomas Mizell built a farmhouse
Seasons 52- fewer calories
If you are looking for a restaurant in the Orlando area, away from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks, I can highly recommend Season 52 on Sand
Dunedin: An overview - Part 5
Places to stop for a meal or snack:- As it’s surrounded by water and farming land Dunedin has access to the freshest seafood, meat and vegetables.