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The Hulk, Islands of Adventure, Universal

People from my school had told me about Islands of Adventure, its roller coasters …. and The Hulk. I’d not been able to ride it before as I wasn’t tall enough (I blame my parents for not being taller!!). As we drove into Universal I felt...
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Planning your trip to the Theme Park capital of the World

When planning a trip to Orlando it’s best to do some research before you leave. With the web it’s so easy to find out information and a great book to buy is Simon Verness titled “A Brits Guide to Orlando”. Not only does this contain great informat...
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Cruising - Private Islands Part 2

Great Stirrup Cay (NCL) It is only in the last 30 years that the concept of visiting a private Caribbean island has become popular with cruise passengers. Following Norwegian Cruise Lines purchase of Great Stirrup Cay, all the major cru...
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Things to carry with you at the Parks

As with many public venues these days you will have to pass through Security Checks as you enter the Parks. To make the security checks go faster, unzip and open all compartments of your bag while you are waiting in line to be checked. Grandad always...
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Everglades National Park

We combined the Everglades National Park with a visit to Naples and Miami, in a round-trip, as it is definitely too far to do in a day from Orlando. Take Route 41 south from Naples (also known as the Tamiami Trail) to Everglades City. If you ...
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Top Tips for shoppers.

The shopping in Florida is great; oh yes it is! and with some careful planning, you can save a fortune. I have guests who are happy to spend a whole day in a Super Walmart, for instance and leave it at that. Other tempting deals can be found at store...
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Tipping In Florida

We have been asked many times about tipping whilst on holiday in Florida. I certainly feel that it is a purely a personal opinion as to what you give. The word tip is considered an acronym for “to insure promptness” but the...
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Immigration Officers in Florida

There has been an awful lot of bad press concerning the Immigration Officials that ‘greet’ you when you land at Orlando International Airport. I just feel that a lot of this press is totally unwarranted and want to give a regular passengers report on...
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Beware of ESTA Scams

Some people make a career from preying on the unsuspecting public by trying to make a profit out of their innocence and tricking them into departing with their hard earned cash. The new USA ESTA entry system is no different and has been the s...
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Light Lunches in Orlando

Panera Bread When looking for somewhere for lunch, Panera Bread is perfect for a light lunch. They are a chain so you will find them all over the Orlando area. The ones that I know of are on Highway 192 not too far from the junction with Highway 2...
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General Tips For Theme Parks

Some tips to help you get the most out of your day at the Theme Parks. Where possible buy your tickets before you go to the parks, you will probably get them a bit cheaper but more importantly save time queuing at the Ticketing Booths. Viewed 8044 times.

A Florida Quiz

I am sure you love Florida as much as we do, and especially the Orlando area with its wonderful theme parks, and fantastic shopping, not to mention the restaurants. But how much do you actually know about Florida? Take this quiz and find out:<...
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General Van Fleet Trail

This trail is on the bed of an old railway line, which was closed in the 1980s. It is 29. 2 miles long and is paved, which makes it suitable for bicycling as well as walking. It runs from Mabel in the north to Polk City in the south. There is car par...
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What’s so Magical about Magic Kingdom Part 4

What’s so Magical about Magic Kingdom Part 4 In my last article I mostly talked about Fantasy Land, Liberty Square and Frontier Land but have not mentioned Tommorowland which although moves away from the traditional Disney Characters from my...
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Men in Black (MIB) at Universal Studios

There are lots of great rides in the Universal Studio’s but for me one of the best has to be the Men in Black ride. I can remember when they were building this ride at the height of the Men in black feature films popularity It is one of the mo...
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Kissimmee Old Town

If you fancy going somewhere a little different while you are in Florida, you can’t do better than a trip to Kissimmee Old Town. On our last visit we were determined to see some of the places we hadn’t seen before & we had a great afternoon ou...
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Disney’s Growth in Florida

Ever wondered how Disney grew and continues to develop? We did too and did some research – we were amazed that some things that seem to have happened only a couple of years ago were actually longer than that. It seemed only a few years ago that Disne...
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International Drive - Part 1

If anybody tells you that you don’t want to go to International Drive because it is like Blackpool, take it with a pinch of salt. International Drive starts a few miles before Sea World and Aquatica Water Theme Park and carries on northwa...
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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 old sea dog! Bridge – nothing to do with crossing rivers, this is high up at the front of the ...
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Television in Florida

No-one chooses to spend their vacation in Florida because of the television on offer. But your Orlando Villas Vacation Home will provide at least one television, and this will be a welcome addition to the entertainment on your vacation. And wh...
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A peaceful afternoon in Celebration

Celebration has to be one of my most favourite places to visit when I am staying at the villa. Every time we go to Florida, Celebration calls to me: I love to walk down Market Street, from the Post Office, towards the lake, browsing in the shop windo...
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Swimming with the manatee.

Everyone who has been to Florida knows about the manatee; they are those gentle cow like creatures that inhabit the oceans around Florida. But have you thought of swimming with them? Well I have and I discovered an easy way to have a day ...
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Tips For First Time Travellers To Florida

Security The number for emergencies is 911 Make a note of the address and telephone number of the villa/ hotel you are staying in & carry it with you at all times Telephones To...
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Sci-Fi Diner - A blast from the past

If you are visiting Disney's Hollywood Studios and fancy eating in a different place to the usual fast food joint then check out the Sci-Fi Diner. Located near Jim Henson's Muppets 3D, you might almost walk straight past if you don't realize i...
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MR KONGS CHINESE RESTAURANT

With a chef that has cooked for the Japanese Pavilion in Epcot and an owner that has an individual attitude to restaurant dining -Mr Kongs is onto a winning formula -great service and fantastic food. Another hidden gem along the chain restaur...
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