Directly in front of the Tiki Bar area at the Thunderebird is a walkway where people stroll or ride bikes during the day and this gets particularly busy in the late afternoon as the heat of the day dies down a little. We often just sit here in the ea...
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No visit to the Disneyworld in Orlando area is complete without a trip to Animal Kingdom Lodge and sampling the Boma Buffet. This has become a firm favourite on our ‘must do’ as opposed to our ‘to do’ list. Situated in what I think is the best...
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Review on Rainforest Café, Florida
On the 15th of December 2011, I visited the Rainforest Café in Downtown Disney as it was my birthday.
When I walked into the restaurant my eyes were excited with the sights that were in the re...
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The Florida Turnpike was first built in the 1950’s and by the time it was completed it covered 312 miles through Central Florida, down to Miami and north to Okahumpka.
Although its eight plazas have been updated over the years, they were ...
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Legends Golf and Country Club
Whilst spending time at our villa on Highlands Reserve, my son in law and I took the opportunity for a bit of relaxation with a round at Legends Golf Course. Located on the US27, North of Highlands Reserve...
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One of Europe’s cultural capitals, Barcelona genuinely offers something for all tastes, from culture buffs to thrill seekers. It has fantastic galleries and museums, one of the world’s finest sports teams, a beach and much more, your stay in Barcelon...
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Did you think Goa is all about the beaches? Then you’re in for a major surprise, because from jungle treks to plantation tours, Goa has everything.
From Majorda to Amboli, Goa is the biggest surprise package when it comes to tourism. ...
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When it comes to dining out in and around the Disney area you will not be disappointed. There are literally hundreds of restaurants in the area to satisfy most tastes. We've listed a few of our favourites below that you may want to try. Red L...
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Kentucky – a road trip through the state:- part 10
During our walks around Bardstown and trips around the area we found three places that we would consider staying in should we ever return to the area. So if you are planning a trip aft...
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The reasons to go to Yangon are many, not least the dazzling pagodas, mouth watering food and tantalising market stalls. Life in Myanmar’s fascinating former capital truly feels golden.
On arrival at Yangon airport a sign announces th...
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As I mentioned in the previous article private homes aren' t Lexington' s only historical buildings. Being at the heart of some of the important times of American history there are a number of other sites in the area that are worth a visit.
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Just across from the Face Painting and Tattoo stall you come to the Brush Art stall. This is a great place to buy mementos of your holiday or presents for others for Christmas, Birthdays or other special occasions.
One of the main att...
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When you talk about Florida the first thing that comes into everyone’s mind is Disney and surrounding area. Little do people know Florida is famous for not only its great parks, but also its great beaches. Around 1 hour 30 min from Kissimmee is one o...
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One of the highlights of our Orlando vacation is shopping! Designer Malls, Walmart, Publix, small exclusive boutiques or specialist craft shops, Orlando has it all! Best of all, in our view, is outlet shopping. For the uninitiated, outlets are stores...
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We have been going to Orlando now for over 6 years and each time we visit, we have at least one meal at The Olive Garden. There are several in the Orlando area, one on International Drive, one on Highway 192 and another up by the Mall at Millennia, s...
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Bangkok is one of the most exhilarating cities in the world. It’s hot, crowded and chaotic but also tremendously vibrant and friendly. This Thai capital is a rising Asian megapolis that embraces modernity, yet still manages to maintain a strong conne...
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The young skaters have to observe the rules that are printed on the side of the chalet and these are strictly enforced. Skates are provided to fit each child and they must be returned to the chalet at the end of the skating session.
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The History of Pleasant Hill
On New Year’s Day in 1805 three Shaker missionaries, John Meacham, Issachar Bates and Benjamin Seth Youngs, left the Mount Lebanon community in New York and started to walk towards Kentucky. It was in Augus...
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With its mixed cultural communities and colourful history of political division, perhaps it should not surprise us that a closer look at quiet, unassuming Belgium reveals an impact of European and global art and culture of remarkable proportions. The...
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Getting to town from the airport will depend on how you arrange your travel. Package deals usually arrange minibuses or taxis from the airport to Antigua which is around two hours. There are also regular shuttle bus transfers from US$20. Budget watch...
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Many people visiting Niagara Falls miss the opportunity to take in the beautiful little town of Niagara-on-the-lake (the lake being Lake Ontario) which is steeped in history and was once the capital of Canada. This little town is a hidden gem and for...
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A drive along Sydney’s provides the perfect start for a scenic and cruisy weekend escape to the Southern Highlands, just under two hours out from the city Centre. Featuring some of Sydney’s best artisanal products and diverse landscapes from coastal ...
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Just north of Miami is the fascinating city of Fort Lauderdale. and it is here that you can take a very special cruise, through the intercoastal waterways and down to Miami. No, not on one of the giant cruise liners, but on the beautiful, traditional...
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If you are looking for somewhere special to celebrate a family birthday or you just like fabulously creative scenery while you eat good food then the Rainforest Café is for you, in either Animal Kingdom or Downtown Disney. We’ve been to both and thou...
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“Turn right. You' ve got six miles of beach to park on”, said the parking attendant. Where were we? Daytona Beach. So we turned right onto the fine, pale sand that stretched before us under the morning sun.
With the car parked, and our to...
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