Orlando Guide - Miscellaneous - Page 1Disney Golf
Walt Disney originally opened in 1971 and there were just 60 holes of golf. Oak Trail started originally as a 6-hole course later becoming the first 9-hole course. You will find it at the Shades of Green in a corner of Magnolia.MAGNOLIA –...
Viewed 45 times since 1 September 2008. Guide to Tipping
Finding out about and using the customs of the place that you are vacationing is one of the best ways to really relax into your holiday and not feel like a tourist. Yet the custom of tipping is one that often causes the most friction between...
Viewed 52 times since 1 September 2008. Children's Safety
Child safetyAll information written is from the Florida Drivers HandbookA topic close to all our hearts I am sure. The law requires every driver to properly secure children Five years of age or younger in...
Viewed 48 times since 1 September 2008. Halloween in Florida.
If you are lucky enough to be staying in a home in Florida during Halloween, this is my advice; stay home. Just turn on your porch lights and wait. And, if your sub-division is anything like ours, Sunridge Woods, you will enjoy one of the best shows...
Viewed 49 times since 1 September 2008. Disabled and Able-Bodied Assistance
Just in case the inevitable Breakdown happens: All information written is from the Florida Drivers Handbook1. If possible park where the disabled vehicle can be seen for 200 feet in each direction2. Move the...
Viewed 46 times since 1 September 2008. Shopping - Size Conversions
When travelling to Florida, it is very unlikely that anyone will return home without having bought some items of clothing or shoes/trainers. To help make the shopping experience even more pleasant, it is helpful to have a guide to...
Viewed 51 times since 1 September 2008. Congo River Adventure Golf - 192 Kissimmee
Since playing our first crazy golf course in Florida and enjoying ourselves, our family try to find a different course on each visit. This time it we visited’ The Congo River Adventure Golf’. I have to say from the road it has very pretty scenery...
Viewed 51 times since 1 September 2008. Getting the most out of a holiday in Orlando
There is so much to do in Orlando, from visiting Theme Parks to shopping to even visiting the coast for a day. To get the best possible experience from your holiday I would recommend that some form of planning takes place before you arrive....
Viewed 44 times since 1 September 2008. More than theme parks
I love Florida. Of course we all know about Disney and Universal etc. etc. My favourite park is Seaworld and the pirate show, so clever and so funny, but I’m sure that the Magic Kingdom is a firm favourite with the kiddies. Meeting Mickey Mouse and...
Viewed 53 times since 1 September 2008. Guide Book Reviews
Probably the single most important piece of advice we give our guests, whether first time visitors or those returning to the area, is to invest in a good up to date guidebook.Why is a guidebook so essential? Well although I have to confess...
Viewed 50 times since 1 September 2008. Florida At 50 plus !
I have never travelled so much and so far in my life. Now at 50 plus I was "on the move"Last year I was able to take a holiday to Florida, a place I had read about for years and only dreamed of visiting.For me it was not just the...
Viewed 48 times since 1 September 2008. Florida place names and their origins
As you make your way around Florida I’m sure you will wonder where some of the interesting and unusual names for towns and cities came from. I finally got around to doing some research of my own and have discovered that many of them come from the...
Viewed 54 times since 1 September 2008. Shhh - Don't tell the tourists!
Most visitors come to Florida to see Mickey Mouse - and of course Mickey and friends have been the main attraction for many years.Florida is addicitve! After a few visits many visitors start to look for some of the other things to do and see...
Viewed 44 times since 1 September 2008. First Visit to Orlando
We had talked about visiting Orlando for a number of years before we took the plunge when our daughter was 9 years old. A few of our friends had already been and on their return, told us about the brilliant holiday they had experienced. We...
Viewed 48 times since 1 September 2008. Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club
The community of Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club was first established in 1993, it is located approximately 8 miles south of I4 exit 55 on State Route 27. It is a community of approximately 700 homes located around the multi award winning...
Viewed 49 times since 1 September 2008. Orlando Weather
Like everywhere else Orlando has a variety of weather depending on the time of year. August is known as hurricane season and in 2004 for very good reason! We thought we would share with you our day following hurricane charley. We were at our...
Viewed 46 times since 1 September 2008. Checklist for Travellers
Just a few simple reminders so that you are prepared:InsuranceCheck you have sufficient cover as medical charges are expensive in the US and in general you will need to present a credit card before receiving...
Viewed 50 times since 1 September 2008. Christmas and New Year in Florida
Picture a traditional Christmas and New Year at home - turkey and Christmas pudding, the decorated Christmas tree, presents, cards, the family gatherings and if you are lucky the cold crispy mornings. Then try and picture what it might be like to...
Viewed 52 times since 1 September 2008. My favourite roller-coasters in Orlando
There are many brilliant roller-coasters in Orlando, but which ones are worth queuing for? The following are my top favourites.Kumba at Busch Gardens On the edge of Tampa Bay, Busch Gardens offers a wide...
Viewed 44 times since 1 September 2008. Independence Day 4th of July
Independence Day is a big celebration in America and there are always lots of events taking place. This is just one suggestion of a place to visit for the afternoon and evening - Kissimmee Downtown Lakefront. And it’s totally FREE....
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