Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex We’re almost there… MLB Spring training that is! At least five teams are hosting their Spring training within a short drive of Orlando this year and the action begins on February 24th and runs through to April 2nd. If you’re a fan of Houston Astros, Atlanta Braves, Detroit Tigers, […]
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Over the weekend I finally sat down and watched “The Dark Knight“. Colin (admin) had previously posted on this blog on 18th July (Click here to read) how great Heath Ledger had been in the role of the Joker and having now watched the movie I can say that he was absolutely spot on! What a performance… and quite […]
Continue reading …In 2009, the road to NFL greatness leads to beautiful Tampa Bay and Super Bowl XLIII. Tampa Bay is an exciting place with year-round sunshine, white, sandy beaches and thrilling attractions. Best of all, it’s just about an hour’s drive from Orlando and Central Florida and that makes it a great day out if you fancy […]
Continue reading …All good things must come to an end so the old saying goes and one of these will shortly be the last pouring of the complimentary beer tastings at Anheuser Busch-InBev two theme parks Sea World and Busch Gardens. Personally I think this is a mistake and it’s not going to help the company in […]
Continue reading …My Dreams Come True Club is launched
December 30, 2008 Comments Off on My Dreams Come True Club is launchedIt’s been a very hectic Christmas here at Florida Leisure Vacation Homes but we’re now able to sit back a little and proudly announce our “MY DREAMS COME TRUE” CLUB. The idea of the club is to provide all of our past guests and members unique opportunities and experiences when visiting the Orlando area. It’s […]
Continue reading …The State of the American Auto Industry
December 19, 2008 Comments Off on The State of the American Auto IndustryA friend sent me this: So I just had to share!
Continue reading …Singing Christmas Trees… an Orlando Secret
December 18, 2008 Comments Off on Singing Christmas Trees… an Orlando SecretEvery year around the start of December there is an event that is pretty much kept quiet. It’s not that it’s not publicised in the community whatsoever but it is kept pretty much a secret if you happen to come from elsewhere. And, while it’s true that there are folks in the audience who come from several […]
Continue reading …The very beautiful Carrie Underwood visited UCF, Orlando last night and she gave everyone a fantastic show. The 25 year old from Muskogee, Oklahoma has certainly come along way since she became the fourth winner of American Idol on 25th May 2005. Little Big Town opened the evening, a band I’d never heard before and […]
Continue reading …Festival of Lights parade – Kissimmee
December 12, 2008 Comments Off on Festival of Lights parade – KissimmeeThe city of Kissimmee will hold its Festival of Lights parade on December 13th at 6pm. The theme this year is a “Storybook Christmas”. The parade, featuring a line of illuminated displays from area businesses and youth groups, will begin at the Osceola County Courthouse and eventually make its way down Broadway Avenue. Before this, […]
Continue reading …St Cloud celebrates centennial birthday
December 3, 2008 Comments Off on St Cloud celebrates centennial birthdayHonoring St. Cloud’s centennial birthday in 2009, the St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 100 Years of Christmas parade on Dec 6th at 10am. It will be St. Cloud’s 45th holiday parade. So if you’re here and staying in one our Florida Leisure’s Vacation Homes then you’ll want to visit this FREE event […]
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