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LEGOLAND Windsor's Brick or Treat: What's On This Halloween

By Eleanor 14 Sep 2026

This October, LEGOLAND Windsor transforms into the ultimate family Halloween party with Brick or Treat!

Brick-tastic fun meets Halloween excitement - discover Lord Vampyre's House Party, Monster Jam and more at LEGOLAND Windsor's Brick or Treat!

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Which New York Attraction Pass is for Me?

By Eleanor 12 Sep 2026

Hand-picked New York passes compared, so you can spend less time deciding and more time exploring.

New York has more incredible attractions than any one trip can fit in, from iconic observation decks to world-class museums. This handy guide compares all four New York sightseeing passes, so you can pick the one that matches how you like to explore.

Topiaries of Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Chip, and Dale set in a colorful garden bed in front of Spaceship Earth

EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival: 2027 Dates Released!

By Amy 11 Sep 2026

Everything we know about EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2027

The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival blooms back into life from 10 March to 31 May 2027. Here's everything we know so far!

A group of smiling guests holding onto the lap bar while riding Big Thunder Mountain

Top 5 Thrill Rides at Disneyland® Paris You Need to Experience

11 Sep 2026

Thrill-seekers, this one's for you - our pick of the five wildest rides at Disneyland® Paris.

If you've come looking for thrills, you've landed in exactly the right place. Disneyland® Paris is home to some of the most intense rides in any Disney park in the world, and we’ve ranked the five that deliver the biggest rush!

Family smiling in front of Spaceship Earth while a man makes a frame with his hands

EPCOT International Festival of the Arts: Dates for 2027 Released!

By Amy 11 Sep 2026

Let your creativity flow on your next visit to EPCOT!

Let your creativity flow on your next visit to EPCOT! Here's everything we know so far about the 2027 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

Ten Things to do in Orlando with Kids

Ten Things to do in Orlando with Kids

30 Nov 2016

Top tips for your holiday!

As the Orlando experts, we have combined our experiences with that of our customer's to bring you, the ultimate top 10 things to do in Orlando with kids...

21 Days Out To Look Forward To In The Lake District In 2017

06 Nov 2016

The Lake District National Park has a huge concentration of sites and attractions that bring visitors from around the world. Although most people consider The Lakes to be best in the summer months, because of all the outdoor activities that are available, there is plenty to do throughout the year. Whether you are visiting with …

Brand New Details (and Pictures!) Released from Universal’s Volcano Bay

Brand New Details (and Pictures!) Released from Universal’s Volcano Bay

By Eleanor 03 Nov 2016

New attraction set to make a splash!

We’ve been waiting on tenterhooks for more details on the most-anticipated water theme park in Orlando’s recent history…

Meet Discovery Cove’s OTHER Residents

Meet Discovery Cove’s OTHER Residents

By Eleanor 10 Oct 2016

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

When you think of Discovery Cove, the “tropical paradise” park in Orlando, you probably think of dolphins, and rightly so. Their dolphin interaction programme is a stand-out addition to any Central Florida visit. But there are other finned and furred residents, and we know you’ll want to meet them...

The Savoury Side of Toothsome Chocolate Emporium

The Savoury Side of Toothsome Chocolate Emporium

30 Sep 2016

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

With its Steampunk exterior and massive smoking chimneys, Toothsome Chocolate Emporium is arguably the most eye-catching building at Universal Orlando, and it’s a given that the sweet treats will be spectacular. But there is far more to the place than milkshakes, truffles and candy apples.

Dubai’s World of Sport: the Best Sporting Events

Dubai’s World of Sport: the Best Sporting Events

27 Sep 2016

Dubai plays host to some of the biggest sporting events in the world and we take you through the best of them.

Dubai hosts some of the biggest events in sport. Here we take you through the ones you could see during a trip there, including tennis and rugby 7s.

Healthy Eating Options at Universal Orlando Resort

Healthy Eating Options at Universal Orlando Resort

By Eleanor 21 Sep 2016

Check out these delicious healthy treats to test out...

Orlando is not just about unhealthy food, there are so many great tasty and healthy dishes to try!

Ten Quirky Photo Spots in SeaWorld

Ten Quirky Photo Spots in SeaWorld

By Eleanor 02 Sep 2016

By ATD’s Florida Experts Susan and Simon Veness

SeaWorld is one of Orlando’s most scenic theme parks, with photo opportunities around every corner. But that doesn’t mean your photo album has to end up looking like every other tourist’s, when there are plenty of offbeat angles and overlooked views.

6 Cool Facts About Astronaut Food in SPACE!

6 Cool Facts About Astronaut Food in SPACE!

By Eleanor 01 Sep 2016

(and an out-of-this-world offer!)

Did you know astronauts had to SQUEEZE their food to eat on the first space missions?

What to bring to a water park

What to bring to a water park

31 Aug 2016

The items you need to bring to a water park

Planning a visit to one of Orlando’s amazing water parks? We’ve created a guide about everything you need to bring to a water park...

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