A brand new Transformers attraction is set to open at Universal Studios Orlando in Summer 2013. This new addition to one of Orlando’s best theme parks will probably be located next to the very popular Shrek 3D ride. The new Transformers attraction will use characters from the three popular films, and will without doubt appeal to guests of all ages.  Read More »

A trip of a lifetime can be made so much more enjoyable by remembering a few tips .

1. Dining Out

Having 3 meals a day inside the theme parks can get quite expensive.

Renting a villa can save tons of cash as you can enjoy a meal or two at home.

Many villa management companies can provide BBQ grills which makes for quick and easy dinner clean up.

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Located off Buena Vista Drive, and opposite Disney’s fabulous Dolphin Resort, Fantasia Mini Golf is nestled into a quiet corner of Disney World, Florida.
Whether you are a seasoned golfer with an appetite for competition or a family or group of friends looking some fun in the sun, Fantasia Golf with its two very distinct courses has something for every one. Read More »

Dollar Tree shops are fast becoming a favourite amongst international visitors to Orlando, thanks to the outlets cheap prices, variation of branded products and the growing numbers of outlets. Read More »

For those of you planning or looking forward to your vacation, and intend using your credit card to make purchases whilst you are abroad beware, the potentially costly dynamic currency conversion charges could be waiting for you. Read More »

As with many visitors to the fabulous state of Florida, my family and I like to spend some time in and around the many great shopping malls and outlets, which, thanks to the exchange rate provide overseas visitors with the opportunity to find some real bargains.
For those delicate purchases or slightly more expensive one, the sensible payments are via a credit card with its added security of providing insurance for your purchase. Read More »

A Florida vacation is not complete without a visit to some of Florida’s best theme parks, including Universal Studios Islands Of Adventure, Busch Gardens and Seaworld, but just how cost effective is the popular Orlando Flex Ticket and Orlando Flex Ticket plus? Read More »

Although my family and I have flown to Florida on numerous previous occasions, we have never flown with Virgin Atlantic. That was until July 2010 when we flew direct from Manchester to Orlando International.

 Previous years have seen us fly from our local airport into Gatwick for our onward flight into Orlando, however since BA lost the domestic route to Fly Be, it meant that we would have  to endure a bus transfer between Heathrow and Gatwick to pick up our onward flights both on the outgoing and return journeys.

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With the ever-increasing costs of transatlantic flights, this year’s annual Florida vacation offered me an ideal opportunity to seek out a cheaper alternative to our usual scheduled flights, which consisted of flights from Newcastle to Gatwick, then Gatwick direct to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Arriving at 3.25pm local time. Read More »

If you are looking for something a little different during your vacation in Florida, look no further than one of the Sunshine States best live music venues and the home to Tampa Bay Lightning ice hockey team St Pete Times Forum in Tampa. Read More »