Last night was yet again one of those occassions where it’s great to be alive and living in Florida. We got to see a terrific launch as Space Shuttle Discovery set off to the International Space Station. This time Discovery had on board the final set of solar arrays which are needed to complete the […]
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Brrr…it’s chilly round here. Here’s some things to do in Orlando on a cold day
February 5, 2009 1 CommentIf you’re currently staying in one our luxurious vacation homes in Orlando you’ll need something to do today because it’s very chilly out there. As I write this the temperature is 32 degrees and even though the sun is out it’s not going to get much over 54 degrees today. I know some people in […]
Continue reading …Ride the Flying Ray…Manta is coming
January 30, 2009 Comments Off on Ride the Flying Ray…Manta is comingThe Summer of 2009 sees the opening of Sea World’s new ride “Manta”. This promises to be something a bit different… a mix of 3,000 animals and a flying coaster! Unique, novel…we’ll see but the early signs are that SeaWorld will hit a home run. The new attraction will have 10 aquariums holding 184,000 […]
Continue reading …The problem with travelling or going on vacation is that very often one or two members of the family can’t come. Yes, I’m talking about pets. It’s a dilemma that a lot of people face and the fear of guilt and the fear of leaving a beloved member of the family behind often […]
Continue reading …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, […]
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 …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 …Top Chef, the Today Show & Vacation Homes
December 4, 2008 Comments Off on Top Chef, the Today Show & Vacation HomesDon’t know about you but I’ve really enjoyed watching “Top Chef”. I’m not a cook…never have been and if you asked me why I watch a cooking program I can’t really tell you but this show has me captured and it’s one of the first things my DVR records every week. I’ve watched most epsiodes […]
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