Random Florida Guide articles
We all love IOA, but every trip? Well maybe?
We don’t tend to go to Islands Of Adventure (IOA) on each visit to Orlando , this was likely because we are real Disney fans and our daughter was stil
Disneys Hollywood Studios
Just off Hollywood Boulevard, Echo Lake is a lagoon surrounded by several attractions and dining establishments. Three of the attractions are based on
What a trip this was! Part 8
After a delay of nearly 36 hours we are finally on our way to Florida, for our first trip to Orlando. We can’t believe anything can possibly go wrong
CRUISING – SHORE EXCURSIONS - Organized Tour or Hiring a Car?
As you will have read in my shore excursion article, you will be offered a wide range of excursions at each of the ports you visit. They are usually e
Silver Spurs Rodeo
Did you enjoy watching cowboy films or remember TV programmes like the Bonanza and Rawhide? I’m sure many a boy wished they could have had a go at bei
Our Favourite Evening Out
After a lazy day by the pool we often look forward to what we consider to be our favourite evening out. In late October at around four in the afternoo
The Town of Celebration Overview
Whenever we visit our home in Florida we like to take a trip to the town of Celebration. Located just off H192 and very well sign posted (look out for
Tallinn: Old Town in Depth - Part 26
Danish King' s Garden This open, garden-like area on the slopes of Toompea Hill happens to be the legendary birthplace of the Danish flag, accordin
Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 32
The next house on the list is the Hunt-Morgan House. This brick built house at 201 North Mill Street has several claims to fame. It was originally bui
Balloon Ride over Orlando
I must admit, I was quite apprehensive about flying in a hot air balloon, with no parachute and nothing between the balloon and land but a big drop! I
Kissimmee & St Cloud Farmers Market
Situated east of Kissimmee heading towards St Cloud on the US192, it is open on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday. If you love a flea market then this is
The new Suzuki XL7 by Thrifty car rental
During our last trip to Florida during the summer of 2008 we chose to organise the rental of a mid sized SUV from Thrifty car rental, bookable via thi
Islands of Adventure is Great
I want to tell you all about this fantastic park and why I think it’s one of the premier theme parks in Orlando. Universal Studios is made up of 5 Isl
Poland: An Overview - Part 3
Literacy rates are high, at a shade under 100 per cent. Poles are well educated, and young people in the larger cities speak good English much more so
Cruising - Seasickness Part 1
If you have never been on a cruise before – or even if you have – seasickness is something that crosses most of our minds at one time or another. Havi
Blizzard Beach (6)
Blizzard Beach is cool. For those of you who have never experience Blizzard Beach then you’re in for a real treat. This water park is probably my fav
AQUATICA (3)
If you are visiting Florida after March the 1st 2008, you are in for a rare treat; because the long awaited Aquatica should be open. There is a soft o
Blizzard Beach Part 2
If you have younger children there is an area dedicated to them so they can have just as much fun as the grown ups. This area is called Ski Patrol Tra
Kres Restaurant
We normally do not go to Downtown Orlando to dine but we were invited to dine there by some American friends when we were last over at our villa. Kres
Morroco Pavilion - Epcot
Epcot's Morocco pavilion is located between France and Japan and from across the World Showcase Lagoon you can see its Prayer Tower. Morocco is the on
France – Beaumont World War One Tour
The Beaumont Hamel Newfoundland Memorial is the largest of the five Caribou sites in France and Belgium, Here on July 1, 1916 the 1st Battalion of t
SAN PEDRO
San Pedro under water Archaeological State Park is situated in Ismamorada on Floridas Atlantic CoastFrom the nineteen eighties Florida has been making
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
Pal Mickey
Have you ever thought to yourself “Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have my very own personal guide to help me navigate my way around the Disney parks”? We
Busch Gardens In Tampa
If you enjoy thrill rides, Busch Gardens Theme Park, is a great choice. From our house west of Orlando it takes just over an hour to drive down the I4