Random Florida Guide articles
The State Nicknames Part 15 – New Mexico
Our fascination with the state number plates developed early during our first visit to Florida, when our children first noticed that cars had differen
Hotel Boardwalk
This little gem is tucked around Crescent Lake between Hollywood Studios and Epcot theme parks. It echoes the Atlantic New England Resorts from the by
EDEN GARDENS
Eden Gardens State Prk is locted in Santa Rosa Beach in Point Washington in Floridas pan handle. It is just off u. s. 98 on C. R 395. This is one of t
Barcelona - Part 1
One of Europe’s cultural capitals, Barcelona genuinely offers something for all tastes, from culture buffs to thrill seekers. It has fantastic galleri
Collecting and Returning Your Car to Miami International Airport
When you arrive after an International, or Domestic flight, you will pass through the Baggage Claim area, and exit the main Arrivals area into a very
Santa Fe Steak Restaurant
Having often seen it from a distance on our many shopping trips to Walmart and after hearing good reviews we decided to finally try The Santa Fe Cattl
Old Time Pottery
We all love to shop in Florida; so cheap, such quality, such variety; however, it is easy just to stick to our favourite malls and miss some of the mo
Universal..........a history.
The Universal Studios theme park opened its gates to the public in 1990 aftre 8 long years of meticulous planning. Of course, there already was
Shopping "Outdoors".
If someone had told me 3 years ago, that one of my "musts" for visiting when I went to the Orlando area , would be , Outdoor World , I would never hav
Crystal River
Crystal River – Visit the ManateesLooking for something a little different, we decided to take a drive up to Crystal River to see the manatees. The dr
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
Princess makeover
This is the ultimate treat for all little girls with dreams of being a princess even if it is only for a day. We took our granddaughters aged 6 and 8
The 'New' Aventura Mall, Miami
We all love shopping but Aventura Mall, just north of Miami, and a short hop from the beaches, provides a great shopping experience. However, once it
A Florida Timeline: the early years.
If we are attempting a timeline of the history of Florida we have to begin 12000 years ago (yes, really) This is the time when what is now known as th
A tasty treat and a darn good seat!!
So many dining options are available to you when you visit Florida, and it goes without saying, that Disney come up trumps every time in my family’s b
The Rose and Crown in Disney's Epcot, Florida
Whenever we visit Epcot we cannot resist visiting The Rose and Crown Dining Room and Pub in the UK Pavilion. You’d think that we could manage a fort
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 45
THINGS TO DO :- Horseback Riding Horseback riding in the Puerto Vallarta area is a wonderful and exciting way to experience the Mexican countryside
The Appalachians in Florida
The Appalachian Indian were the Native Americans who lived in an area that went from the Georgia state line to the Gulf of Mexico. At one time there w
Christmas Seaworld Part 2
We thoroughly enjoyed out night at Seaworld Christmas 2010 (see review) so we decided to head off up there for an afternoon. The day was sunny but the
What to do on your last day.
At the end of your holiday, with everything packed up and maybe having to vacate your accommodation in the morning you could be looking for something
Celebrating Christmas in Orlando – Part 4 – Advent calendars and Christmas cards
Whether it is ourselves spending Christmas in our home, or some excited guests, we always try to prepare our home to make it feel welcoming and festiv
Mixons Fruit Farm
Have you ever visited a Mixons Fruit Farm? No? , well if you are staying in the Sarasota area then you can visit the one in Bradenton. You will be wel
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
Halloween – A Fantastic Time to Visit Orlando
In the UK, we don’t seem to celebrate Halloween as much as the US but having visited Orlando in October 2003, I really am now an advocate of
An overview of Marrakech – Part 6
Places not to miss – continued, The Souks Marrakech’s earliest inhabitants made their living from trading with the Africans from the south and