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Tower of Terror

This ride is, without doubt, the most fun ride at the Disney’s Hollywood Studios. If you have ever been on it, or near it, you will know this from the number of screams echoing from the building! Opened in 1994, the ride is based around ...
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Fireworks and special eefects at Universal:new!

I am now of any age (sad, but true) when I can just remember what is now called The Golden Age of Hollywood. I cannot remember all of the 100 years that this new show is celebrating, but getting closer! ! The stars were really big stars the...
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What’s so great about Universal Studios? Islands of Adventure 8

So now we have visited all of the Harry Potter World it' s time to move on but make sure you allowed yourself plenty of time to explore the whole of Harry Potter World thoroughly as there plenty to see and due to it being very popular you will have t...
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Disney's Animal Kingdom Tours

Backstage Safari : A unique opportunity to step “backstage” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to see how the specialist keepers and veterinarians face the daily challenge of keeping all of the Kingdom’s animals fit and healthy, as well as...
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Highlands Reserve

Highlands Reserve is an executive villa community set within a championship 18 hole golf course. Surrounded by pine trees and a nature preserve it offer s beautiful relaxing base for your holiday. Villas range from 3 beds to 6 beds and are well sprea...
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Our 4th July Celebrations. Pt 3

Apart from the food on offer there was plenty of entertainment to be had. We had missed the judging of the fancy dress competition whose theme was An All American Salute To The Cinema, but those contestants who had not opted to change in to...
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Exploring Disneys Hollywood Studios

Disney’s Hollywood Studios opened in 1989 although in those days it was named MGM Studios. It is not only the third and smallest theme park in Walt Disney World Resort, but also it is a fully fledged working TV production facility although most of it...
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A glimpse at Epcot theme park

EPCOT was opened in 1st Oct 1982. This park is divided into two sections, Future World and World Showcase. This offers visitors a look into technology. It presents a vision of tomorrow’s world - today and to celebrate the cultures of the World’s nati...
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Soarin' at Epcot

Soarin’ at Epcot is a wonderful experience. It is perfect for everyone over the height of 40 inches. It is gentle but not dull, and each time you try it you will notice something that you didn’t see the first time. It is in the Land section of...
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The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

For someone who has a fear of lifts this ride is something that you would never dream to go on. Why would I subject myself to a ride that 13 stories tall and the lifts plunge at varying stages? We have been visiting Florida since the children...
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Universal's Islands Of Adventure

Islands of Adventure is the second of the Universal Studios Parks, reached, as is Universal Studios through Universal City Walk, which includes restaurants, clubs, shops & cinemas. It is quite a long way to the entrance to the parks fro...
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Busch Gardens - With Top Secret Tip!

One of the best theme parks in Orlando the whole family really enjoyed this day out. However when we go again we are making a change to the day. As it is an hour’s drive away from our villa we would eat on the way back, and not back in Orla...
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Packing for your holiday!

I want to talk about packing for your vacation. You have got your flights, bought your theme park tickets, booked your villa and finally there are only days to go before you depart. Now this sounds obvious, but make a list. Think of what ...
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Epcot - a theme park for adults and children Part1

Epcot a theme park for adults and children Part1 Epcot has to be my favourite park out of all the Disney Florida parks, although Magic kingdom has that something magical making it a special place, the park I like visiting best is Epcot b...
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Mimis Restaurant

This restaurant is located at the loop shopping plaza on the Osceola Parkway, opposite Lowes Diy store. The restaurant is different from the usual chain restaurants When you first go in it reminds me of an Italian restaurant. The staf...
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Dining at the Mall at Millenia

If you spend the day at the Mall at Millenia you will be able to enjoy some wonderful food. On the top floor is the Orangerie. This is a food court with all the cafes and food outlets centred round a seating and table area and a soft floored playing ...
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Epcot - Fun Facts

Epcot was Disney Worlds second theme park to be opened. The park is split into two parts, the Future World Pavilions and the World Showcase. Here are some little fun facts. • Epcot was opened 1st October 1982 after three years of construction...
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Halloween Disney Style

If you get the chance we can highly recommend this time of year. Disneyworld is so beautiful, hosting ‘Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween party on specified days from mid September until the end of October. (Guests are required to have an additional eve...
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Animal Kingdom - Fun Facts

Disney’s Animal Kingdom was the fourth and so far last theme park to be opened. Mixing wild rides with wildlife this park doubles as a conservation area and a learning centre for children young and old – here are some fun facts. • Animal King...
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Our Long Day at Hollywood Studios Part 1

As the girls have got older they have become less interested in the Magic Kingdom (although a visit is always necessary) and more interested in Hollywood Studios. When we visited our villa last March they were only staying for eight days so only one ...
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Disney Hollywood Studios Character Meet and Greet Locations

Al’s Toy Barn Located in the Back Lot area, just behind the Muppets 3D attraction, you will find all of Disney / Pixar’s Toy Story and Toy Story 2 characters outside Al’s Toy Barn, simply itching to meet you and say “Hi”. Have your...
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Dinner Shows

While you are on holiday in Florida a good way to spend an evening is to experience one of the Dinner shows. There are several to pick from and are located around Orlando. Some are more suitable for children and often get them to interact and join in...
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Animal Kingdom - What's New

Animal Kingdom is one of the newest, comparatively, of the Disney theme parks within Walt Disney World and is about to undergo a massive change with a new Avatar based land. Construction of the new “Pandora: The World of Avatar” land ...
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Cirque de Soleil (La Nouba)

Right I’ll start by trying not to give too much away. If you haven’t been to the Cirque de Soliel show “La Nouba” at Downtown Disney then you are really missing out. This show is in the Big Top looking building near Disney Quest. Parking is f...
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Magic Kingdom - Futureland

Future land follows on from Fantasy land. As you pass the Tea Cup ride you will find the go- karts on your left. Children absolutely love this. They drive on a large circuit at a very slow speed on tracks but they can steer to a certain extent. ...
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