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Flying to Florida with US Airways – Part 7
We are on our way to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport via Charlotte, flying with US Airways from London, Gatwick. The first leg of our
Things to Do at St Petersburg
If you ever get the opportunity do try to visit the town of St. Petersburg which is on the opposite coast to St Petersburg beach. Here you will find a
Athens: a quick visit - Part 2
After you have walked through the Agora, you should continue on in a northeasterly direction. At this point you then enter the Ceramics Cemetery. This
Concourse Steakhouse Contemporary Resort
When you board the express monorail at the Transportation and Ticket Centre headed for the Magic Kingdom, you pass by the Concourse Restaurant as you
CRUISING DIRECTORY - PART 4
I bet you can hardly believe how much there is to learn about cruising! But don’t let it put you off. You will soon be using all the jargon like an ol
Packing for your vacation
If this is your first time staying in a vacation home you will be pleasantly surprised how little you actually have to take with you. It almost certai
Taj Mahal, India – Part 2
The Taj Mahal is a statement in marble, an awesome architectural statement that declares the opulence and extravagance of 17th-century Mughal architec
My First American Breakfast
On my first ever trip to Florida and indeed the USA, I discovered the concept of buffet dinning, chief amongst this was the buffet breakfast!!! The pl
Choosing a holiday location
If you are just about to plan your next holiday and are considering where your destination should be then why not consider Florida. Florida has someth
Great Movie Ride - Hollywood Studios
If you are spending a day ay Hollywood Studios and you have time to queue this ride, that was one of the Disney Hollywood Studios' original attraction
The Key West Express part 2: The Journey
As soon as you board you can take your luggage to the back of the boat where it will be stowed until the end of the journey, so remember to remove any
The Swiss Family Robinson Tree House at Magic Kingdom
Many years ago, as a child I was taken to the cinema to watch that wonderful adventure film, ‘The Swiss Family Robinson, ’ starring amongst others, th
Why buy a villa in Florida
You may ask yourself that question and from time to time existing owners do, buying and maintaining a villa together with the upkeep of web sites, boo
Pool Safety
Your Florida rental home will almost certainly have its own pool and may also have a Jacuzzi spa. Here are some tips to have lots of water fun but s
Santa Fe Restuarant
I have always been one of those people who have said, ‘I will try anything once but may not try it again. Far too many are prejudiced just because the
The independent traveller and made to measure vacations (Part 1)
You’ve taken the plunge. This year you’ll be doing what more and more people are doing each year – you’re giving up the package holiday and you’re bec
Which park tickets to buy
When visiting Orlando more than likely you are going to visit the theme parks. With so many parks to visit there can often be confusion on what park t
Olive Garden - Casual Family Italian Dining
A visit to an Olive Garden restaurant is always a must for our family during a visit to Florida. There are several locations for these restaurants, wh
Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party 2007
December 21st was the night I had chosen to book to go to The Magic Kingsom and see Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party. We had never been to this spec
Mini-golf / Alligator feeding
When the children are getting restless, and you are wondering how to entertain them for a couple of hours, or before you head off to the airport at th
Explore The Magic Kingdom – a guide to the attractions
Although everybody will probably want to see The Magic Kingdom in Disney World it is doubtful it would suit older adults unless they are accompanying
See the alligators – without going all the way to the Everglades
If you would like to see alligators in their own habitat then a trip to the Everglades is well worth while. The trouble is they are about 300 miles aw
Kennedy Space Centre - Some Details
In addition to the theme parks, shopping, golf, restaurants and other attractions in the Orlando and Kissimmee area, there is much more to see outside
Daytona Beach (1)
Daytona Beach may not be renowned as the prettiest beach in Florida, or indeed the United States, but it has to be one of the most fun beaches with so
Oman: An overview - Part 1
Visit traditional Arabia: a land of mighty mountains, marvellous marine life and a welcoming way of life that hasn’t changed for generations. Whil