Random Florida Guide articles
Starting my walk though the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
As you walk under a cement archway, you can see a small village with buildings nearly identical to one another. Pointy roofs, snow on top - obviously
The Boulevards of Disneys Hollywood Studios
America' s fourth most-visited theme park with almost ten million visitors annually originally opened on 1st May 1989 as Disney-MGM Studios, represent
Florida's Beaches
Florida is blessed with many excellent beaches and visiting one can be inexpensive and make a pleasant change from the hustle and bustle of the theme
Bands Brew and BBQ Seaworld Part 1
BANDS BREW and BBQ at SEAWORLD part 1 My parents have 2 year passes to Seaworld which they find extremely good value as it includes free parking. T
The Morse Museum
A visit to a museum is not an activity readily associated with a Florida holiday. But for a different activity (and a bit of culture), a visit to The
NBA City – Universal
Those of you who love basketball, will enjoy NBA City, established in 1999 and which is situated between Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios. A
Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 35
My top 10 Restaurants in Puerto Vallarta continued River Café You will find them at 4 Isla Río Cuale in Centro. The food is fantastic food with
St. Petersburg
One of my favorite places in Florida apart from Orlando is St. Petersburg. In just under two hours you can be on one of the most beautiful beaches aro
Amsterdam: An overview - Part 16
ACCOMMODATIONS If you are planning a weekend getaway, a holiday or even a business trip to Amsterdam then accommodation is the least of your worrie
Character Dining at Crystal Palace Magic Kingdom
Our kids love the Pooh family so this had to be a good choice – and we were not disappointed. I phoned from the UK and booked priority seating 60days
The State Nicknames Part 3
We have always been fascinated by the different number plates on American cars in Florida, and have seen all but two state plates at the last count. I
Ruby Tuesdays
On a recent trip to Florida Mall, the adults were all shopped out and decided a refreshment stop was in order. The kids had already eaten in the food
Halloween Horror Night - Universal
If you are in Florida in late September or October and you do not mind being scared go to the Halloween Horror Nights at Universal. This is a separate
CRUISING - THE TENDERING PORTS
When cruising around the Caribbean it is almost inevitable that you will find yourself visiting an island where the ship is unable to dock alongside.
THE MAGIC OF CINDERELLA’S CASTLE
Surely the most magical part of Disney has to be Cinderella’s castle? How many of us as children dreamed of castles, and princesses, princes and fairy
Millers Orlando Ale House
On the odd occasion I have travelled up the Orange Blossom Trail to the Florida Mall, I have noticed a restaurant called the Orlando Ale House shortly
BELGIUM city of LEUVEN part 2
BELGIUM city of LEUVEN part 2 The name ' Leuven' instantly brings beer to mind. Beer culture is after all an inescapable aspect of the city. Not on
The Orlando Experience - not just theme parks
Apart from the most amazing theme parks in the world, what else does Orlando have to offer? Well of course further afield there are the everglades in
US Airways - Via Charlotte to Florida
Looking at some of the prices for direct flights out of the UK to Florida I was wondering if we would ever get out to Orlando and our Villa. Getting w
Yangon, Myanmar - Part 1
The reasons to go to Yangon are many, not least the dazzling pagodas, mouth watering food and tantalising market stalls. Life in Myanmar’s fascinating
Villas versus Hotels
As a family we love Florida with its relaxed atmosphere and fabulous climate. Over the past 12 years we have visited on numerous occasions during diff
Epcot Food and Wine 2009
EPCOT FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL 2009 My parents absolutely love this event and if ever they are over at the villa when it takes place they always visit i
GAINSEVILLE HAWTHORNE STATE TRAIL
Gainseville Hawthorne State Trail stretches from Gainseville to Hawthorne. This once was the site for goods and passenger trains carrying fruit and ve
Logans Restaurant
Pop into Logans restaurant on the 192 and you may wonder what you’ve walked into, the floor will be absolutely scattered with monkey nut shells, it re
Shopping at a mall away from the tourists!
Most of the tourists who flock to Florida for the usual attractions such as the Disney Parks also come to make the most of the shopping opportunities.