The majority of UK visitors to the USA will enter by air or sea, and those who are eligible for visa waiver will have completed an ESTA prior to embarking on their journey. (For details see articles on this site)
What many people do no...
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The Withlacoochee River originates in west-central Florida’s Green Swamp and is 86 miles (138 kilometers) long and is one of the few rivers in Florida that flows south to north. It’s Indian name has been translated to mean several things including bu...
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When you have finally had your fill of tapas and want something more, aim for Abantal. This the only Michelin starred restaurant in Seville. It reigns supreme with contemporary, cutting edge Andalusian gastronomy. Expect smooth as silk service and de...
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The Old Fish Restaurant is in Cocoa Beach Causeway and is a simple unpreposessing restaurant with a tasty menu at reasonable prices. This is the home of the ' all you can eat Blue Crab' feast. This costs $28 per person and comes with corn fri...
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If you fancy a couple of hours away from the hustle and bustle of US192 but do not want to go too far afield, why not go on a visit to Historic Clermont. It is located some twelve miles north of the Four Corners area on SR27. The city of Cler...
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When people think of fireworks at Disney most people think of the firework display at EPCOT being the best. This is probably true, but there is another firework display at Disney Magic Kingdom that is certainly worth a look. During the summer months ...
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The Colombian capital has had a bad reputation but after cleaning up it’s actually a colonial gem as well as offering park life and people watching.
The city is located on a high plateau at the very centre of Colombia. Bogotá is the n...
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Florida and its lively theme parks are amazing but sometimes its nice to do something a bit different, perhaps keep Dad or Grandad happy with a spot of fishing. Lake Louisa State park is the perfect way to completely unwind, and spend some time with ...
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The Cumberland Gap National Historic Park is situated at the point where Kentucky, Tennessee and Virginia all meet. This natural pass provided the main route for settlers and traders crossing the Appalachians into the Midwest. It is now a National Hi...
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The food in America is everything you could wish for. The portions however are absolutely enormous, most of the time a child’s portion is as big as we would serve an adult so always remember that when ordering at take a-ways. The good thing a...
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Over recent years we had always gone to Blizzard Beach as our favourite Water Park but when we visited in March it was closed for refurbishment so we decided to go to Typhoon Lagoon.
We had a late flight back on a Saturday night and as my...
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SUMMER
A lilac in flower is the real symbol that warm weather has set in and there is an air of excitement once they come into bloom. Throughout the warm months, the city is deserted at weekends ...
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Kentucky – a road trip through the state:- part 6
After spending a few days in Louisville we headed out on the reason for this trip which was a tour of some of the interesting place that Kentucky has to offer. The first section of the ...
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When we first bought our villa restaurants on this end of the 192 were quite sparse compared with the other end heading towards downtown Kissimmee. However in the last few years they have been springing up in many locations making us spoilt for choic...
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Our favourite Bahama Breeze location is at Lake Bryan ( Premium Outlets Vineland Ave turn off). we often prefer to eat early evening, before it gets busy, when we can have our choice of dining table on the deck and listen to the Caribbean inspired mu...
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When collecting your hire car at the airport make sure you have a full valid driving licence. Without showing your licence you will not be able to hire a car and no refund will be given. Each member that wishes to drive must be present. If you have t...
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And here are some more of the origin of Florida place names
Lets start with Hialeah in Hillsborough County. Again this has its origins in Muskogee and it translates thus; haiyakpo is a prairie and hili means pretty so there we are, pretty ...
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When travelling with a toddler you need to consider the question of the buggy / stroller. Even the most energetic child who is considered a “good walker” will get tired walking around the theme parks and child transportation of some sort is e...
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We have been to our villa in every month of the year and are often asked when the best time to go is. I know many guests are restricted to school holidays but thought I would just give an overview.
January - If you are there immediately a...
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As you travel around the state you will come across many craft and art workshops some are in towns and others have been set up in the barns of old farms. You just need to keep an eye out as your drive around as you may come across a real gem. The nex...
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Yes, Florida has become busier over the years and yes, like everywhere else, the world’s drivers have become a little more impatient, but there is absolutely no question that driving in Florida is one of the highlights of my trips – a real pleasure w...
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Disney opened Typhoon Lagoon in 1985 as a sister park to the rather more homespun (and now defunct) River Country.
Despite the extra capacity that this second water park created the public were still hungry for more and on high days and h...
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Delve into the backstreets of this eastern Sri Lankan city you will find a vibrant food scene, a friendly reception and Hindu temples worth lingering over.
Sitting in one of the world’s finest natural harbours, Trinco’s (as the locals...
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There’s never enough time to see all of rural Scotland, but if you take the sleeper train you arrive ready for the mountains, forests and lochs on an extended break.
When wilderness was being handed out, Scotland undoubtedly got given...
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If you want a break from Disney but the family would still like to go to a Theme Park Silver Springs is well worth a visit. The Park is open from 10.00am – 5.00pm all year round. This 350-acre nature theme park, which surrounds the headwaters ...
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