The Flying Unicorn in the Lost Continent at Islands of Adventure is tucked away in a far corner near Duelling Dragons. It is a roller coaster that is really intended as a children’s ride (it is classed as a ‘Junior Coaster’), although you must be at ...
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Another hot spring day as we approach Sea World probably our favorite theme park in Orlando. Through the picturesque entrance we make our way through the busy turnstiles and head towards the attractions. Looming large and impressive is a mass...
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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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If you want a good night out I would recommend city walk at Universal. There are lots of places to go to you can either visit the movies. The theater has 20 screens so there is sure to be something you would want to see Or just have something ...
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People of Florida
Recently I wrote an article on what I thought was the very best thing about Florida I have to say I had to think long and hard to come up with the weather as the number one thing it was a close run race but the second best ...
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Downtown Disney is not to be missed on a trip to Florida. Even if you don’t go to the parks then you can get all your Disney souvenirs from the wide range of Disney shops to keep you and the family amused for hours. One of my favourites is the...
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Having spent nearly a full day exploring the Harry Potter area of Islands of Adventure, we had a little time left to look at the rest of the park. To be honest you do need more than one day to see and experience everything this park has to offer. br...
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If you would like a meal with a difference – one from an original diner rather than one from one of the popular chain restaurants, try Manny’s Chophouse on the 27 at Haines City. Renown for its wonderful steaks and house salad its reputation keeps gr...
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Character Dining : Restaurantosaurus – Character Dining When we’re talking dinosaurs, we are talking huge, and that is certainly what you’ll get at the Breakfastosaurus “all you care to eat” character dining buffet....
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Walt Disney World ® Resort Florida ~ Brief Overview Florida just wouldn’t be Florida without the magic and excitement that is Walt Disney World ® Resort. As one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world, the f...
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Gatorland is a very good value but rather more low key park that is located on the Orange Blossom Trail. Of course, this park is mainly about the alligator and indeed they have thousands of this much maligned creatures. However, in addition to the 'g...
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Whilst it may be cliched and not quite true to say that every little girl dreams of being coming to Disney princess for many it really is a thrill.
The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique provides this unique opportunity to become just such a pr...
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From Leaving the Mad Tea Party you will enter Mickey’s Toontown Fair. Donald’s boat is a great place for the little ones to cool off and a time for you to grab some refreshments from the stands near by. Fancy crop dusting? Then climb ...
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More tasty treats in Orlando are:
Funnell cake, which is served mainly in the parks. This is a batter which is coiled in a circle and deep fried then coated with icing sugar. Best eaten hot as it is very greasy but rather like eating a hot...
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Pirates of the Caribbean is located in Adventureland, in the Caribbean Plaza of the Magic Kingdom and opened on December 15, 1973. Yo Ho! Yo Ho! A Pirates Life for Me! This is the song that is sung throughout the attraction, and your kids wil...
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On completion of the makeover Leah was given both of the make up palettes, both of the nail varnish' s, the face jewels that had not been used and a pink princess comb, everything was wrapped carefully in tissue and put into a Disney carrier bag. How...
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As villa owners our guests often ask us what are the ‘must do’ attractions at each of the parks. Obviously this does depend on the age and make up of your party however these are our ‘must do’ rides and attractions at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. ...
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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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This must be one of the most well liked rides in Hollywood Studios it has been around for a long time but with the resurgence of the Star Wars films of late it is once again popular with the kids, or if like me you were a kid when the first film came...
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If you fancy a meal with a difference and an atmosphere to really enjoy be sure to visit Raglan Road Pub and Restaurant in Pleasure Island at Downtown Disney. We first found it when we visited Cooke' s of Dublin which is a counter service locatio...
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We find Seaworld to be one of the most relaxing Parks to visit everyone seems to be strolling around and apart from the end of the day it never gets mega crowded.
We usually buy our tickets before we visit my parents who go regularly tend...
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For years now I have seen Disney staff whizzing along on Segways and often thought to myself that it looks like great fun and how could I possibly have a go on one? Also, how do they manage to stay upright on them? Well, imagine how excited I was whe...
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You really are spoilt for choice for eating options when you visit Seaworld. When the girls were younger we treated them to Dine with Shamu on the last day of our holiday. We did not tell them we were going until they got to the entrance gates.
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This article is a follow up to the articles I wrote ' The Conversion of a Florida Holiday Sceptic ' parts one and two.
The article was written by the aforementioned sceptics Sue and Paul and has been submitted for publication with the...
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Every ride and attraction within these 2 theme parks has a sign at the entrance that lists the height requirements for the ride and also warnings about certain medical conditions Children under 48" (1.22 meters) must be accompanied by...
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