Moving to Florida
Feb 9th 2006, 12:57 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by Ray
Hey!!! I went to the opening in 1971... Orlando was very small then ...
It was even better when it was a one donkey village called Jerrigan ...
The name was changed to Orlando in 1857 to honor soldier Orlando Reeves who was killed by an Indian arrow while on duty as a sentinel. The U.S. Postal Service recognized the city on July 21, 1875. Its population was only 85.
It was even better when it was a one donkey village called Jerrigan ...
The name was changed to Orlando in 1857 to honor soldier Orlando Reeves who was killed by an Indian arrow while on duty as a sentinel. The U.S. Postal Service recognized the city on July 21, 1875. Its population was only 85.
Feb 9th 2006, 2:09 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by Ray
Its all 7% now I though .... addd a toe...
Feb 9th 2006, 2:18 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by Ray
Its population was only 85.
Yes, you're all confirming what I already thought. I need a minion. Anyone want to go for me?
BTW, did Disney World in the 80s. Thought it was rather dated back then even. No intentions on returning.
Feb 9th 2006, 2:58 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by AdobePinon
Any Americans, or were they all British Expats?
Yes, you're all confirming what I already thought. I need a minion. Anyone want to go for me?
BTW, did Disney World in the 80s. Thought it was rather dated back then even. No intentions on returning.
Yes, you're all confirming what I already thought. I need a minion. Anyone want to go for me?
BTW, did Disney World in the 80s. Thought it was rather dated back then even. No intentions on returning.
Feb 9th 2006, 5:28 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by Angry White Pyjamas
Theres a place near where I live called Silver Springs...although it's still touristy its mostly Yanks as its about 1.5 hours from Whorelando so Brits dont get up here. Its known as 'Natures Themepark' as its one of the hot springs and you get to go on glass bottom boats, swim with manatee, alligator wrestle, wander amongst cyprus groves full of snakes and spiders and generally have a play with nature. If you want to see something different its worth a look.
Feb 9th 2006, 6:24 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by Ray
And on the way stop at the Don Garlits drag racing museum.. if your into that sort of thing ...
And just up the 40 from Silver Springs is an excellent public outdoor range in the middle of Ocala Forest.
Feb 9th 2006, 6:31 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by Angry White Pyjamas
I believe the entry fee at Seaworld et al is now Contents of Wallet + 1 Limb. Plus sales tax of 6.25% of course.
Feb 9th 2006, 6:33 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by izibear
Ah, but if you're a Floridian you get to go all year for the price of one entry fee
Feb 9th 2006, 6:35 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by Angry White Pyjamas
. Nah, If I want to watch big blubbery whales performing I'll just go and sit outside McDonalds or KFC for free.
Feb 9th 2006, 6:35 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by Ray
Or come and watch me swimming in the pool anytime after March
Feb 9th 2006, 6:36 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Works out great if you live in the Tampa area and have kids. You can buy the Busch Gardens/Adventure Island and Sea World combo.
Feb 9th 2006, 6:37 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by izibear
Works out great if you live in the Tampa area and have kids. You can buy the Busch Gardens/Adventure Island and Sea World combo.
Feb 9th 2006, 7:51 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
ROFLMAO the irony of it... I have just this minute recieved an automated phone call the opening line of which went:
"Congratulations! You and your family have been selected to win a 4 day vacation in Orlando!"
"Congratulations! You and your family have been selected to win a 4 day vacation in Orlando!"
Feb 9th 2006, 7:56 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by Angry White Pyjamas
ROFLMAO the irony of it... I have just this minute recieved an automated phone call the opening line of which went:
"Congratulations! You and your family have been selected to win a 4 day vacation in Orlando!"
"Congratulations! You and your family have been selected to win a 4 day vacation in Orlando!"
Why do they bother with FL folk is beyond me.......
Feb 9th 2006, 8:28 pm
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Re: Moving to Florida
Originally Posted by izibear
Why do they bother with FL folk is beyond me.......