The level of detail, the genuinely helpful tips and the money-saving recommendations the author has included, make this a critical addition to your holiday planning. Nor is it only useful to those travelling in family groups (though this is certainly the author's primary focus, and his approach to this audience can't be faulted), for there is still enough additional information on eating out, nightlife and entertainment to make the guide very attractive to other holiday-makers.

While the book is written from the fair assumption that a couple of days in the famous theme parks will form the backbone of a holiday in Florida, there is a wealth of detail on shopping and destinations more "off the beaten track". Maps are good and plentiful (although it may be best to have an additional one handy for really detailed information) and there is an honest account of issues that can face tourists (from car crime to tipping). The Holiday Planner at the back of the book (two example itineraries for a fortnight's stay, complete with notes, plus a blank example for you to make your own plans) is an inspired touch. In short, this reviewer can't imagine a better guide to this eternally popular holiday destination. --Richard Kelly

We used it last year for our first two week trip and were the envy of our friends upon return because this book guided us to many gems that they had missed.

Many of our friends have now bought the book and we will use it again this year.

Fantastic!!


A superb, practical reference book.   November 20, 2000
Our family purchased this book some months before we travelled to give us a 'feel' for where we were going. None of us had been before and only knew what we had been told by friends.

The practical advice provided throughout the book is obviously an amalgamation of not just the author's experiences but many other travellers. Things as basic as planning your itinery before you go so that you have an idea what you want to see without wasting time; when the busy times for each theme park are; what rides to target on arrival etc.

The food guides were excellent, providing rough cost guides and what to expect as far as content and service.

The book is written in a format that isn't at all condescending and can also be read from cover to cover so that the traveller knows exactly what to expect.

Most of the 'Brit Tips' were useful and written in a friendly, humourous way.

We would recommend this book to any first-time traveller to Orlando and even to previous visitors so that they are aware of what else is out there!


This quickly became our bible.   September 27, 2000
We first visited Florida in 1998 and bought that years edition before we left home and studied it thoughly for advice on when, what and how to see Florida and it never let us down. Our second visit was in April 2000 and as soon as able bought the 2000 edition and like the first visit this book NEVER let us down. On both visits it became the family bible and we never stepped outside without it tucked under an arm.


The only book you will need   September 10, 2000
I can, wholeheartedly, recommend this book to all, especially to families. I followed the advice and successfully planned my theme park itinerary around the "quiet" days. It helped to focus our vists otherwise we would have wandered around the theme parks, unsure of the best ride. Excellent.