Random Florida Guide articles
Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 30
If you have been reading through this set of articles in sequence you might remember, that in part 25, I gave a list of some of the other things you m
Fantasmic
The first time my parents went to see Fantasmic they completely misjudged the time it would take to get there and only saw the last ten minutes of the
Flying to Florida with US Airways – Part 6
The first part of our flight to Florida with US Airways is nearly over, and we are about to land at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, where we
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel is half store and half restaurant. The theming starts before you get in with a covered verandah with rocking chairs outside. These come
Orlando Premium Outlets
For an outdoor shopping experience, the Orlando Premium Outlets is the place to go. There is something really special about this plaza. It is very wel
An overview of Marrakech – Part 5
Places not to miss – continued, Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret - continued Ruins of the Almohad Mosque Next to the Koutoubia are the remains o
Typhoon Lagoon - 2011
It’s been a while since we visited Typhoon Lagoon as a family, and we left it to the very last day of our holiday to visit on our August/September 201
Disney's Animal Kingdom Live Shows
Festival Of The Lion King Join Simba, Timon, Pumba and a host of their jungle pals, in this spectacular musical production that puts you right into t
Spiderman the Ride
Spiderman the ride is located In the Islands of Adventure theme park, next door to Universal. The park is made up of different themed areas, each one
South of Kissimee - Part 1
Well you have had your days out at the theme parks now you would like to see a little more of what Florida has to offer. A few years ago we decided to
Bay of Naples - Part 2
ISCHIA To continue on this journey you need to travel across the bay on a hydrofoil to your next stop which is the lava formed island of Ischia. Th
Flying indirect to Orlando
Ever looked on the internet for direct flights to Orlando and they were very expensive? There are ways to get to the Sunshine State without paying the
What to do on a rainy day
One of my favourite things to do on a rainy day in Florida and lets face it there aren’t very many of those, is a trip to one of the many Flee markets
Why is Puerto Vallarta a tourist destination? - Part 1
Why is Puerto Vallarta a tourist destination? - Part 1 I thought I would write a few information articles about this location and this seemed a val
First Day in Orlando
On our recent holiday at our villa my Mother and I as usual woke about 4.30. Normally when this has happened in the past we sit and drink coffee and d
The New 'Lighter' Mission Space
I have to admit to being a real wimp where roller coasters are concerned, but I simply love Mission Space at Epcot. It has to be my favourite ride of
Utrecht and the surrounding area :- Part 10
Around the city and nearby:- Kasteel de Haar is an imposing castle that was restored in a fit of nostalgia a little over a century ago. Long after
Review on Rainforest Café, Florida
Review on Rainforest Café, Florida On the 15th of December 2011, I visited the Rainforest Café in Downtown Disney as it was my birthday. When I
Great Meals in Applebees on Highway 27
The more we go to this restaurant the more we are impressed with the service and the standard of the food. Our villa is at Lindfields situated just of
The Tower of More Terror - Hollywood Studios
Having come to Florida for the past 10 years, we have always had affection for Hollywood Studios (Formerly MGM Studios). As a something for everyone f
How Green is Disney?
Millions of holidaymakers will have enjoyed their annual vacation to Orlando in Florida and especially their visits to the theme parks at Walt Disney
Blue Springs River Trip
After a peaceful morning spent admiring the beauty of Blue Springs, and entranced by the slow moving and gentle manatees, it is time to board our flat
Taking Children to Disney's Epcot
It was named Epcot (Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow) when it opened some 30 yrs ago but don’t let people put you off re the kids – ther
Daytona Beach - Great Day Out!
Daytona Beach is one of Florida’s most popular east coast beaches and spans for approximately 23 miles along the eastern coast of central Florida. It
The Liberty Square River Boat
The Liberty Square river boat ride is situated in Frontier Land in the Magic Kingdom. You will be faced with an enormous ship that towers up three flo