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Bass Pro Shop at Festival Bay Mall
If you have any interested in fishing, boating, shooting, or hunting then you will be fascinated by the Bass Pro Shop at Festival Bay Mall. Not only w
Ride Guide – Mickey’s Philharmagic
Set in the heart of Fantasyland, Mickey’s Philharmagic is a stunning 4-D movie. What is 4D? It is a 3D movie with the added dimension of special effec
Shopping in Orlando - A Guide
If any of you are a shop-o holic like me you will love Orlando. There are many different types of shopping in the Orlando area whether its Wal-Mart or
Turkey Lake Park
Turkey Lake Park, or Bill Frederick Park and Pool at Turkey Lake to use its full title, is a hidden gem in Orlando. Minutes from the gates of Universa
Flagler Museum, Palm Beach
If you visit Florida you cannot fail to hear the name, Henry Flagler, as he was one of the state’s most famous entrepreneurs, who built magnificent lu
Cracker Barrels Specialities
We usually manage to eat at Cracker Barrel at some time during our stay at our beautiful villa, and at different times each year they introduce specia
Renting a Vacation Home Explained, To Americans, Part I
I am in a minority, I am an American vacation home owner. Most vacation homes near Disney are owned by British families. This is mostly due to their l
Getting the Most Out Of Your Fastpass
Fastpasses are great if you use them well but you really do need to put some thought into when and where you will use them before you get to the Parks
Universal's Islands Of Adventure
Islands of Adventure is the second of the Universal Studios Parks, reached, as is Universal Studios through Universal City Walk, which includes restau
Historic Bok Sanctuary and Spook Hill - Lake Wales
This is Florida’s hidden gem. If you want a couple of hours relaxation in a perfectly tranquil and calm place this is it – only don’t tell the tourist
"Market street Cafe" Celebration
If you fancy a taste of something a bit different from the standard all you can eat buffet, why not try out a meal in the town of Celebration. Celebra
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
Two Countries Separated By A Common Language And Other Differences - Part 2
I once wanted to buy some cotton wool at a drug store and completely confused the assistant who asked me if I wanted cotton or wool. I had to describe
Xmas at Manny's Chophouse
Our latest trip to Manny’s Chophouse turned into a pre Xmas meal/celebratory Anniversary dinner for some close friends of ours. We were a party of ten
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN KISSIMME AND LAKEFRONT
If you want to experience the “real” Florida do not miss a visit to Historic Downtown Kissimmee and the most spectacular lake frontSituated on the Ora
What’s so great about Epcot 1
What’s so great about Epcot 1 Epcot still has to be my favourite Disney park of all time in many ways I cannot describe why I still like it the bes
Kissimmee Old Town (7)
Kissimmee Old Town is certainly worth a visit, lined with shops and bars there is something here for everyone to enjoy. At the head of the town is a s
Kentucky: a road trip through the state - Part 37
As you travel around the state you will come across many craft and art workshops some are in towns and others have been set up in the barns of old far
Flower Power Concert Series, Epcot April 5th - June 3rd, 2007
The 13th annual springtime event at Epcot, the International Flower and Garden Festival, is definitely worth a visit if you are lucky enough to be in
Anna Maria Island-our day trip
If you would like a change from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks I would suggest a day trip to the coast. The closest coast to our villa at Or
Daytona Beach Day Trip
Florida offers many good days out and if you are staying in Orlando you are not far from many of them. Being only 1 hour from both coasts offers you p
Chevrolet Trailblazer
On my last trip to Florida I chose to use Budget to supply my rental car for our 2 week stay and was lucky enough to be upgraded to a Chevrolet Trailb
Flying to Tampa with British Airways Part 5
Immigration, Green forms, and silly mistakes. Our British Airways ‘plane has landed safely in Tampa after an excellent flight, and we are quickly off
TUBING AT ICHNETUCKNEE SPRINGS
Situated in Fort White, this wonderfull State Park is truly unique and famed for its tubing experienceThe Ichnetucknee River is crystal clear and you
Hotel versus Villa
What do you book when you are visiting Orlando? A hotel or a villa. Lets have a look at both, hotel first. There are many very adequate hotels in and