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Sloppy Joes - Treasue Island

One cloudy day we decided to go to Treasure Island to see the “Bands on the Sands” festival they were having followed by a meal at Sloppy Joes which i

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Security & Child Safety

When you think of Florida you think of happy times, magical memories, great thrill rides and what to do next. You hardly ever think of the usual preca

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Winter Park-3

Winter Park is one of those places that we intended to visit every time we were in Orlando but it never quite made it to the top of the list – until t

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Bass Pro Shops – Outdoor World

If you are looking for somewhere a little bit different to visit during your Orlando holiday why not head to the Bass Pro Shop/Outdoor World at the ju

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Florida Trip 2017 Day 11

I woke up this morning feeling a little unwell, earlier in the week Will had had a stomach bug and it lasted for a few days and now it was my turn I h

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Winter Park (2)

We first visited Winter Park about 6 years ago in 2001 when we wanted something a little different away from the parks. This lovely location is situat

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Top Tips for Travelling Light

Have you ever gone away on holiday and thought “I wish my suitcases/bags were heavier? ” No, I thought not! The main aim for easy travel is to travel

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What’s so great about Epcot 9

So we have now visited the journey into the imagination with figment and have had a nice meal in the Land food hall we are all now refreshed and ready

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Manny's Chophouse (6)

If you’re looking for simple great food then Manny’s Chop house is a must. Situated south on highway 27. Just on the right hand side passed the juncti

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Florida Trip 2017 Day 8

The previous day had been a long one shopping at the Florida Mall and then more at Buena Vista and finished off by more shopping and the cruise at Old

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Special events at Busch

You all know about Busch Gardens, right? It is that lovely family theme park 8 miles north west of downtown Tampa and about an hour or so easy drive f

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Curry Hammock State Park

Curry Hammock State Park is 11 miles west of Long Key and straddles the U. S. 1 It begins at Little Crawl Key (mile marker 56. 2)Entrance is on the U.

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BIG LOTS

Have you ever noticed stores called Big Lots as you travel round Florida; I bet you have and I also bet that you have never gone in! Well I am hoping

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Hollywood Studios

Why not step into the bright lights of Show Business, Disney Stile.Hollywood Studios yet another fantastic attraction where you can enjoy all that Dis

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The International Mall, Tampa

In June we visited our villa, and when we had to move out for the arrival of our next guests we decided to spend a couple of days in Tampa, just down

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Amsterdam: An overview - Part 11

Moeders This is a restaurant with a difference as you will realise the moment you take your seat at the table. The tables are set with all kind

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Tips for First Timers to Orlando

Things to do in Orlando? The list is endless. For older children and adults Universal Studios is usually the most popular. There are lots of thrill ri

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Try diving – part 1

All too often you go to some new place and then find out that diving is one of the options open to you. If this is something you have not prepared for

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Kobe Japanese Restaurant

Kobe Japanese restaurants are situated in several of the main areas of Orlando such as International Drive & Colonial Drive as well as Clearwater

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All Pizza’s are NOT the same

We had been out all day long walking around one of the Disney parks and were feeling hot and weary. We had gone over to Florida with some friends to s

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Siesta Key Beach on the Gulf of Mexico

Looking for that picture perfect beach. White sand, aqua blue waters and tropical palapas scattered across the beach side? Well, you are only

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Disney by Helicopter

Always on the lookout for something different to do on our annual trip to our villa in Floirda, my 17 year old niece and I decided on a helicopter fli

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The right age for Disney

I am often asked what is the perfect age to take a child to Disney World. This is a very difficult question to answer. A great deal will depend on the

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Outlet Shopping Pt 2

If you have visited Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores and haven’t yet had your fill of outlet shopping, turn right out of the exit and travel two or thr

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A short cruise as a side trip.

A mini cruise makes a great side trip in the middle of your vacation in Florida. A cruise lasting about 3 nights would be enough to give you a sam

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