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Why You Should Visit Orlando in 2026

By Amy 25 Jun 2026

Everything coming soon to the Orlando theme parks

If you’re visiting Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort or the SeaWorld Parks in 2026, you won’t want to miss these updates, attractions, and shows.

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The Ultimate 14-Day Orlando Itinerary for 2026/2027 Trips

By Freya 25 Jun 2026

The best tool to plan your Orlando holiday!

Planning a holiday to Orlando? Need a bit of help? Our 14-day itinerary will give you an idea of how to plan your trip, making it manageable and unforgettable at the same time…

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How to Do Universal Orlando on a Budget

By Theresa 18 Jun 2026

Tickets, hotels, timing and in-park habits - the practical guide to Universal Orlando on a budget

You don't need to spend big to do Universal Orlando well. Here's the honest breakdown of where to save and where it's worth spending.

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Is It Worth Staying On-Site at Universal Orlando Resort?

By Mandy 17 Jun 2026

Early entry, free transport, and the chance to skip the biggest queues in Orlando - here's what staying on-site at Universal actually gets you.

Staying at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel comes with perks no off-site property can match, including Early Park Admission to all four parks and free resort transport from every tier. This guide breaks down every benefit, compares the hotel tiers, and helps you decide which approach suits your family best.

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Every Benefit of Staying at a Disneyland® Paris Hotel

By Amy 15 Jun 2026

A complete guide to every Disneyland® Paris Hotel benefit, from Extra Magic Time to private lounges.

Extra Magic Time, park tickets, character meets, meal plans, and more - here's everything official Disney Hotel guests actually get, including the premium perks most guides leave out.

What to Wear to a Water Park

What to Wear to a Water Park

28 Apr 2017

ATD's guide to water park fashion this summer!

A few hints and tips on what to wear to a water park to retain modesty and confidence.

How to Get to the Orlando Theme Parks

How to Get to the Orlando Theme Parks

25 Apr 2017

Top tips for getting to the Orlando theme parks

If you’re planning a holiday to Orlando, and want to visit as many of the amazing theme parks as possible, check out our handy guide to find out how to get from park to park…

A Guide to Meet and Greet Experiences at Epcot

A Guide to Meet and Greet Experiences at Epcot

13 Apr 2017

Make your trip to Epcot extra magical

Find out which Disney faces you can meet and where you will find them at Epcot...

6 Stores That You MUST Visit on a Trip to Diagon Alley

6 Stores That You MUST Visit on a Trip to Diagon Alley

13 Apr 2017

Harry Potter's number one shopping destination

All the familiar names are brought to life in Florida's own Diagon Alley, including Ollivanders and the infamous Weasley's Wizard Wheezes...

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The History of 25 Years at Disneyland Paris

By Eleanor 12 Apr 2017

A trip down memory lane...

So much has happened in 25 short years of Disneyland Paris Resort!

12 Secrets of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

12 Secrets of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

11 Apr 2017

Facts, stats and hidden gems

Whether you’ve already visited the Wizarding World of Harry Potter or you’re desperate to go, there are plenty of things to look out for that you might not have noticed without our handy guide…

A Guide to the Burj Khalifa

A Guide to the Burj Khalifa

04 Apr 2017

Everything you need to know

If you’re planning a trip to Dubai, the Burj Khalifa is a must see! Check out our top tips for the best ways to see the famous attraction…

The World’s Worst Waxwork Museums

The World’s Worst Waxwork Museums

29 Mar 2017

A guide to the worst waxwork museums

While Madame Tussauds has long been established as the queen of all things waxwork, some of her shabbier relatives have a lot to offer in alternative value.

5 Adrenaline-Fuelled Attractions at Ferrari Land

5 Adrenaline-Fuelled Attractions at Ferrari Land

By Eleanor 13 Mar 2017

Start your engines!

The brand new Ferrari Land opens at PortAventura World on the 7th April.

Race Through New York with Jimmy…Who?

Race Through New York with Jimmy…Who?

By Eleanor 10 Mar 2017

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

It has been a wild ride over at Universal Studios, with headliner attractions opening at breakneck speed, and this year there is literally a wild ride (at breakneck speed!) opening on April 6. But the Number One question we’ve been asked by UK readers is: who, exactly, is Jimmy Fallon?

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