The population of Chile is almost 7 million people and the main languages is Spanish, however, Mapudungun is spoken away from the major centre by the indigenous Mapuche people. The time zone is GMT-3 hours but from May to August it is -4 hours. The i...
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Lockers are available for rental at Typhoon Lagoon and are a good idea particularly if all the family want to go on rides together this will avoid your leaving items unattended by your loungers. We always take our own towels but I know you can get th...
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Of course there are other ways to arrive if not by air, If arriving by cruise ship at Whittier or Seward then there are good connections to Anchorage, including via the iconic Alaska Railroad. The train station is located on 1st Street which is is wa...
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Goa is the rebel beach escape that became trance central for a generation, these days there is a much sharper scene but one that remains defiantly independent.
Goa is a former Portuguese colony isolated in British India, now is India’...
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Located across the southern tip of India, the Kerala is one of the most picturesque and beautiful Indian states that offers ample of opportunities for enjoyment to the tourists. In fact, Kerala has been termed as one of the thirteen paradises on Eart...
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Sonny’s BBQ Pit is situated on Highway 50 near the junction with Highway 27 in Clermont. This is quite a rare treat, I say tongue in cheek, as you have to be up for dining which is not quite your usual run of the mill steak houses which abound in Orl...
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Florida is famous for it’s thrill rides at Disney, Universal, Sea World and Busch Gardens, but there are other ways to get your pulse racing, whilst getting a taste for the real Florida away from the theme parks and the madding crowds. We’r...
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Central Florida is home to many beautiful clear spring parks. Kelly Park, Rock Springs Apopka is just one of these and not too far from the Orlando vacation homes. Kelly Park is in Apopka, Orange County north of Orlando. It’s around 250 acres...
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On our last visit to our home in November we decided to visit the newly opened Millers Alehouse located at Orange Lake directly opposite the Olive garden Restaurant at Rolling Oaks Commons. Millers are a chain of over fifty restaurants with s...
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One of the oddest and quirky places you can visit in Florida surely has to be Solomon’s Castle which can be found approximately half way between Bradenton on the gulf coast and Sweetwater in the town on Ona . It is the home, gallery and studi...
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In your villa you will most likely have a pool. If it is private then there will be nobody to look after you so do be careful. All rental accommodations have to have, either alarmed doors and windows leading to the pool area or gates and fencing roun...
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What do you come to Orlando, Florida for? Is it the whole Disney experience? Is it to visit other critically acclaimed theme parks such as Universal Studios and Sea World? Is it the weather – probably not if you were there in August/September 04?...
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You possibly think of Sanford as that airport that you pass through on your way in and out of Florida.
However it is a charming and historic City bordering on Lake Monroe and close to St Johns River. There are a host of historic buildings...
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Vacationers can fulfil their vacation dreams and pick their comfort level, because our selection of resort is sure to offer something for everyone. Whether it’s a basic no-frills cabin, a luxury log cabin or even a suite, the resort offers everything...
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If you visit Miami, then try to find time to drive up the A1A, the scenic coastal road which runs north-south along the barrier islands, and the intercoastal waterways. It is a spectacular drive, across MacArthur Causeway, giving you fantastic views ...
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I am often asked what time of year is the best to visit Florida. Well, I decided I would discuss it with you and see if we can get a consensus.
Let us go through the months one by one
JANUARY So nice to get away from the U. K. ...
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Just across the water is Kimolos, where every restaurant is family-run and the coastline is filled with colourful fishermen’s houses stacked up like jewels. Stay in Messa Kastro, built around a Game of Thrones-style castle, and chill on the white san...
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Sarasota is located on the south west coast of Florida on the Gulf of Mexico. It is approximately a 2 hour drive from Orlando, 131 miles in total. Having visited the Gulf Coast on many occasions, Sarasota was one of the places we had alwa...
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The Florida Aquarium was established in 1995, covers over 200, 000 square feet and is rated as one of the top ten aquariums in the United States. The Aquarium has 4 main galleries; - The Wetlands Here you can follow the story of...
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The Ponce De Leon Inlet Lighthouse Museum was built in 1887 and is one of only a few lighthouses left in the United States. You start your visit at the entrance buildings which houses a gift shop, rest rooms and library. This was built only 1...
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This is the place that Europe and North America merge. Québec City’s historic streets, shops and food provide a base to then explore the wider province.
As it’s built on top of a cliff which is surrounded by ancient fortified walls an...
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We recently went here for the third time and feel we must share our very enjoyable experience with you all. Houlihans is positioned on the south side of the 192, at 8520 Iris Bronson Highway, telephone number 407 809 0900. It is situated oppo...
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CONGAREE is in the state of South Carolina and has an area of 107sq km.
This is the place to go for wildlife watching, canoeing and hiking, it was created in 2003.
Foragers and fishermen may have appreciated it in preh...
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WALKING
A walking safari is not as uncommon as you might think and is good if you are fit as you get to walk in the bush with a guide and armed ranger. There is nothing quite like feeling the sa...
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This is the first dinner show we have been to as we had avoided them because there is a vegetarian in the family and we thought there would be nothing for them to eat. However, Arabian Nights do provide a vegetarian option and as we got bargain ticke...
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