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Two costumed Fortnite characters posing in front of an illuminated Halloween Horror Nights sign at Universal Studios

Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood

By Amy 14 Oct 2026

Eight haunted houses, Art the Clown and Southern California's scariest nights out.

Halloween Horror Nights 2026 is in full swing at Universal Studios Hollywood, with eight haunted houses, the Terror Tram starring Art the Clown and five scare zones on select nights until 1 November. Our guide covers the remaining dates, every house, the ticket options and our top tips for an unforgettable night.

Family jumping on the red carpet in front of the large white stone entrance sign with Universal Studios Hollywood logo on. The family has dad on the right, one girl and one boy in the middle jumping and the mum crouched on the right.

Our Handy 2-Day Guide to Universal Studios Hollywood

By Freya 13 Oct 2026

Two days, two lots and all the movie magic of Universal Studios Hollywood.

Two days at Universal Studios Hollywood means more time for every ride, show and Butterbeer. Our handy guide splits the park into one lot per day, so you can explore at a relaxed pace and ride your favourites again. Here's how we'd plan it for your next trip!

Universal Orlando landscape

New Lands, New Coasters: What’s New for Orlando in 2027?

By Camila 13 Oct 2026

Your quick guide to Orlando’s biggest changes for 2027

Two huge openings, a fond farewell to Mythos and a handful of rumours - we break down what’s happening in Orlando in 2027.

The Grinch, wearing a red Santa suit and hat, poses with a surprised expression in a brightly decorated theme park area

10 Reasons to Love Universal Orlando at Christmas

By Amy 12 Oct 2026

Grinchmas, Hogwarts magic and Epic Universe's merriest year yet!

The Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort return from 14 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, and this year the festive fun is bigger than ever. Here are our 10 favourite reasons to visit, plus handy planning tips and answers to your most-asked questions.

Mickey and Minnie Mouse wearing festive holiday outfits posing in front of snow-flocked Christmas trees

10 Reasons to Visit Disneyland® Paris at Christmas

By Eleanor 12 Oct 2026

10 magical reasons to celebrate Christmas 2026 at Disneyland® Paris.

Disney Enchanted Christmas returns to Disneyland® Paris from 7 November 2026 to 6 January 2027, and for the first time ever, the festive fun stretches all the way to Arendelle. Here are our 10 favourite reasons to go, plus what's new this year, what to pack and how to ring in 2027 in style.

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...

Gotta Catch ‘em: Where to catch Pokemon in New York

Gotta Catch ‘em: Where to catch Pokemon in New York

31 Aug 2016

A guide to the places in New York where you can catch Pokémon

We tell you where you can catch Pokémon in New York as well as the places where rare Pokémon have been found with our easy-to-use map.

11 Reasons You Must Try Tampa!

11 Reasons You Must Try Tampa!

By Eleanor 26 Aug 2016

By ATD’s Florida experts Susan & Simon Veness

It’s a city that sometimes gets overlooked as visitors dash from Orlando to the Gulf Coast beaches (and vice versa), but Tampa is now a major attraction in its own right and we are big fans of spending time there.

What’s on the Menu at the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium?

What’s on the Menu at the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium?

24 Aug 2016

Get ready to enter a chocolate paradise!

An exciting new chocolate themed restaurant is now open for preview at Universal CityWalk. Take a look at what’s on the menu…

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