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 …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 …Bucking The Trend…Florida Leisure is full for Christmas… No Room At The Inn!
December 22, 2008 2 CommentsThat’s right, “no room at the Inn” at Florida Leisure Vacation Homes this Christmas…we’re full and we’re turning people away. Apparently the economy is in a bad way and people are cutting back. Either we’re bucking the trend or what we are seeing is indeed normal. It can’t be both. It’s my contention that this […]
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 …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 …After the devastating events in India last week I was somewhat bemused to see the news on NBC on Saturday night asking the question about safety and security in hotels throughout the world. The report gave us some information we already knew about the events at the Taj Mahal Palace & Tower hotel and in south Mumba […]
Continue reading …Our Cruise Pics so far As you can see we are on the Norwegian Jewel 9-day sailing to the Southern Caribbean. NCL have the other cruiselines beat, especially if you are traveling with a youngster who doesn’t understand the concepts of schedules. I was a little apprehensive about having to pay extra for some of […]
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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