Walmart; a shopping experience not to be missed!
For many UK visitors to the Orlando region, no trip is complete without a visit to Walmart. Now, we are not talking UK supermarkets here; forget Sainsburys, Tesco or even Asda Walmart, we are talking US Walmart, we are talking BIG! ! You...
Viewed 73 times since 21 August 2010.
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Keys to The KIngdom
I have now done this tour on three separate occasions and have still learnt something new each time. This tour is a magic Kingdom and is a daily tour starting at 8. 30am , 9am and 9. 30am. It lasts a total of 5 hours and offers an on...
Viewed 122 times since 18 August 2010.
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Happy Shopping
Having lived for the last quarter of a century on the small Greek island of Corfu, safe in the cocoon of shopping at small local stores, the transition to huge superstores in the Kissimmee area had the potential of sending my already high blood...
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Mannys Original Chophouse
What a great place! Manny’s maybe off the beaten track but it’s definitely worth the effort. Some of our friends recommended Manny’s to us on our last visit but we were very busy then and didn’t get around to it. After our visit this time we won’t...
Viewed 161 times since 5 August 2010.
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CYCLING IN FLORIDA
We like to do a bit of cycling at home so Dave used his very limited computer skills to search the net and find somewhere to go in Florida. He came up with a trail not too far from our villa at Winter Garden. The West Orange Trail is 22 miles of...
Viewed 167 times since 23 July 2010.
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Coconuts on the Beach.
Coconuts on the Beach describes itself as a party deck kind of bar and indeed that is just what it is. This is a very casual bar where you can also grab something to eat. Of course what makes this bar really special is the awesome view. You...
Viewed 42 times since 23 July 2010.
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Tea at the Grand Floridian
It was not until we had friends over for the first time to visit us in our villa that we decided it was time to sample afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian Hotel in Disney. I had seen photos of it on the internet, and it looked lovely but...
Viewed 77 times since 14 July 2010.
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Safety on holiday
Safety in Orlando No one wants their holiday ruined by an accident that can be avoided if care is taken. Here are some things that might seem obvious but not always. First, children. Children in cars in Florida must have a child seat...
Viewed 356 times since 8 July 2010.
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My favourite things to do in Orlando
My favourite things to do in Orlando I have been going to Orlando on and off for 30 years now and since buying a villa there seven years ago, I have been going at least once every year. I love everything about Orlando as I would be bored to...
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Science Museum.
When my boys were young, their absolute favourite outing was to a science museum and there is a cracking one in Orlando. The history of this museum dates back to 1955 when a group of like minded locals created a travelling exhibit that they...
Viewed 91 times since 19 June 2010.
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The Market St Gallery Celebration. Part 1
Orlando is full of retail opportunities, the theme park stores, Downtown Disney, the outlet Malls and of course The Florida Mall to name but a few. However, if you are looking for gift, not necessarily a holiday souvenir, and want something quirky...
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The Market Street Gallery Celebration. Part 2
Follow the ramp down in to the lower portion of the shop and the experience continues! At the bottom of the ramp you can browse the store’s selection of Demdaco Willowtree figurines. Here you can also find evening bags, embroidered and...
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The Museum of Science and Industry
The Museum of Science and Industry is located in East Fowler Avenue in North Tampa. Tampa is on Florida' s Gulf Coast. As well as being the largest science center in America you can also enjoy a planetarium a butterfly garden a 3. D. theatre...
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Brevard Zoo.
Brevard Zoo is in Melbourne on North Wickham Road. This charming little zoo was the brain child of one Frank Vega. He enlisted the help of like minded people and locals and together the zoo started to take shape on land donated by a local...
Viewed 76 times since 19 June 2010.
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Review Of Mannys Chophouse
Anyone who regularly visits the Orlando Villas Forums; http://www. orlando-guide. info/forums/ will know that Manny’s is a great favourite with villa owners and guests alike. It is Orlando’s best or worst kept secret depending on your point...
Viewed 83 times since 18 June 2010.
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New at Disney 2010
Disney never seem to sit back and be content to just go along with what they have already achieved they are always keen to satisfy their existing visitors even more as well as attracting new visitors. In early June 2010 they intend to bring...
Viewed 120 times since 10 June 2010.
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Eating on a Budget - Epcot
The Walt Disney World theme parks have some lovely restaurants with a fine ambience and excellent food. From our own experiences we have always enjoyed our meals and never been given cause for complaint. The Disney cast members are courteous and...
Viewed 133 times since 31 May 2010.
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St Pete Beach with Difference
One of our favourite day trips when we are in Orlando is to Passe a Grille beach beside St Pete Beach on the Gulf Coast. We pack a picnic, load up the car and head for St Pete Beach. Once you leave the causeway over to St Pete beach take a...
Viewed 90 times since 30 May 2010.
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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 145 times since 24 May 2010.
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Blue Spring State Park
For a great day out away from the hustle and bustle of the Theme Parks why not visit Blue Spring State Park in Seminole county. The park lies to the north east of Orlando, an hours drive from the main attractions. Blue Spring State Park covers more...
Viewed 116 times since 9 May 2010.
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Floridas Gulf Coast
If you would like to try something different from theme parks while you are in Florida, why not try a day at the Gulf coast. There are many areas to choose from and all about one and a half hours drive from Orlando. As someone once said, “There is...
Viewed 106 times since 1 May 2010.
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5 Days in the Florida Keys
On our most recent visit to the villa we decided to take a trip down to the Keys. We wanted to share with you some of the interesting things we did and the best places we ate in. You may wish to take a visit too. . . . . . We drove down on...
Viewed 115 times since 27 April 2010.
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Robert Ripley.
If you have visited Florida, it is likely that you have visited a Ripleys Believe It Or Not Museum. These are located in Orlando, St Augustine, Newport, Key West and Panama Bay. The Ripley behind this attractions name was one Robert Leroy...
Viewed 112 times since 12 April 2010.
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Our Visit To Typhoon Lagoon
We were having dinner one night with some of our Florida Friends when the subject of water parks arose. Our friends were astounded to discover that, in all the years that we have been coming to Orlando and Florida, we had never been to a water park!...
Viewed 124 times since 5 April 2010.
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The Salvadore Dali Museum.
The Salvadore Dali museum is located on third street in St Petersburg. Quite soon, the location will close but more of that later. Dali was born in 1904 in the Spanish town of Figueres. He was born into a well to do family who had a second...
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