Explore Disney World: Free Transportation Ends 2026

Unless you are in a Walt Disneyworld Hotel So I was taken aback when I read that come 28 June 2026 this experience will no longer be available unless you have Walt Disneyworld hotel accommodation or a dinner reservation at a Walt Disneyworld resort hotel. It seems that this loophole had been closed when the area was at it’s busiest and now the decision has … Continue reading Explore Disney World: Free Transportation Ends 2026

America Celebrates250

Happy 250th Birthday From Block Parties to a UFC cage on the lawn of the Whitehouse there is an enormous programme of events planned for this very special birthday. Americans are planning memorable road trips and Route 66 that traverses eight states has been sharpened up new signage and attractions have been renovated. For more about what is being promoted for your Road Trip 2026 … Continue reading America Celebrates250

Route 66 – 100 year Anniversary Classic Car 3 night Road Trip

  The momentum is building and USA’s ‘Mother Road’ the iconic Route 66 celebrates 100 years in 2026. Established in 1926 the highway runs from Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California a total 2448 miles. It traverses 8 states and it connects isolated and rural communities as well as some major cities such as Oklahoma. Route 66 still captures the nostalgic era of America. Forgotten … Continue reading Route 66 – 100 year Anniversary Classic Car 3 night Road Trip

Washington DC – 2026 Peak Cherry Tree Bloom Announced

National Park Service (NPS) announces the best dates for viewing Cherry Blossom along the Tidal Basin The brutal winter season has delayed the Cherry Blossom viewing season and the NPS has just announced that 2026 will be expected between 29 March and 01 April. These dates are still subject to the weather conditions.  The peak date is when 70% of the Yoshino Cherry Blossoms are … Continue reading Washington DC – 2026 Peak Cherry Tree Bloom Announced

Florida – See the Manatees at Tampa Electric Company

Rapidly gaining the title of the most visited attractions in the Tampa area you must visit next time you are on the Gulf Coast in Florida. The unimaginative title of ‘The Tampa Electric Company’ doesn’t sound like somewhere you would want to make part of your vacation time.  During the winter months Florida is famed for the migration of ‘Snow Birds’ from the bitter winters … Continue reading Florida – See the Manatees at Tampa Electric Company

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AMERICA 250, Route 66 100 & World Cup

2026 America turns 250   Happy New Year and welcome if you have never visited my website before. 2026 is a massive year of celebration for the United States of America. The video above shows the Washington Monument unveiling the year long America 250 celebration.  The Semiquincentennial year was kicked as the 2026 ball dropped in New York’s Times Square. Uniquely there will be another … Continue reading AMERICA 250, Route 66 100 & World Cup

ESTA – Visiting the USA?

Massive price increase! Applying for your ESTA – Electronic System for Travel Authorisation in preparation for your dream holiday for the first time or simply renewing it for two more years! As part of the incumbent administration’s Big Beautiful Bill the cost has changed. As of 27 September 2025 an ESTA will cost each individual a whopping $40! Increasing from $21 for each application is nearly … Continue reading ESTA – Visiting the USA?

Central Florida – Self Drive Wildlife Trail -Lake Apopka

Visiting Central Florida and the Theme Park area there are plenty of attractions eager to separate you from your hard earned money. So forget Gatorland and Gatorworld and immerse yourself on a free, yes FREE self drive wildlife trail.  Lake Apopka is 15 miles north west of the city of Orlando and covers 20,000 acres. Cars travel at 10 mph on a one way trail … Continue reading Central Florida – Self Drive Wildlife Trail -Lake Apopka

New Train Route: Celebrate America’s 250th with the Transcontinental Chief

America is gearing up to celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026 and it is hoped that a new transcontinental train will be operating in time for the festivities. Introducing the ‘Transcontinental Chief’ that will carry you from New York City to Los Angeles in 72 hours. The proposed start date is 10 May 2026 which happens to be America’s National Train Day but it has … Continue reading New Train Route: Celebrate America’s 250th with the Transcontinental Chief