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Two Days at Kennedy Space Center: Our Review and Top Tips

By Freya 23 Oct 2026

Freya, our Marketing Campaigns Executive, spent two incredible days exploring Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex! Here’s a look at her out-of-this-world adventure...

I recently spent two days exploring Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida, and it was out of this world! I arrived knowing very little about space, so this is a beginner’s-eye view of everything we got up to, with towering rockets, the KSC Explore Tour and even a live SpaceX launch at sunrise along the way!

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6 Scary Halloween Events in the UK for 2026... If You Dare!

23 Oct 2026

Scare mazes, haunted castles and monster parties for every level of fright!

Halloween 2026 is packed with spine-tingling events across the UK. Discover six of the best, including a brand-new pitch-black maze at THORPE PARK, a sinister new archive at Alton Towers and family-friendly frights at LEGOLAND® Windsor, plus dates, age guidance and our top tips.

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12 Reasons to Stay at a Disney Resort Hotel in 2027

By Amy 22 Oct 2026

There are so many benefits to booking a Walt Disney World Resort package holiday

The whole family will love staying at a Disney Resort hotel, with options ranging from Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort to Disney's Wilderness Lodge.

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Celebrate Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando Resort in 2027

By Amy 21 Oct 2026

Floats, beads, concerts and Carnaval flavours, all included with admission!

Universal Mardi Gras is back at Universal Studios Florida from 6 February to 27 March 2027! Discover the confirmed dates, the parade, concerts and Carnaval food booths, plus how to ride a float and our tips for planning a brilliant Mardi Gras day.

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An Orlando Foodie Classic: The Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic 2026

By Freya 19 Oct 2026

50+ dishes, 170+ drinks and two delicious November nights!

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic is back for its 17th year! Discover the 2026 dates, night-by-night menu highlights, tasting classes and live music, plus our tips for a fabulous foodie evening.

Guide to the Best Waterproof Gadgets

Guide to the Best Waterproof Gadgets

25 Nov 2015

Waterproof High Tech gadgets that will blow your mind

Waterproof gadgets have come a long way over the years. Here is a list of some of the best waterproof items currently on the market.

Ideas for Exploring the Beautiful Countryside around San Francisco

Ideas for Exploring the Beautiful Countryside around San Francisco

By Eleanor 19 Nov 2015

Wine, wine, and a bit more wine

Considering a trip to San Francisco? Here's a few reasons why you should branch out and explore the surrounding countryside...

Disney Dining Reservations You Absolutely Must Make

Disney Dining Reservations You Absolutely Must Make

By Eleanor 18 Nov 2015

Book ahead to avoid disappointment...

Don't miss out on these great Disney dining experiences!

7 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Alcatraz

7 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Alcatraz

By Eleanor 11 Nov 2015

Did you know?

Everyone's heard of the infamous Alcatraz, the impenetrable fortress off the coast of San Francisco. But do you know who the island's most famous convict was or why it's called Alcatraz at all...?

7 Cool Places to Eat Out in Paris for all Budgets

7 Cool Places to Eat Out in Paris for all Budgets

By Eleanor 04 Nov 2015

Snails, fondue and steak - we love Paris!

Paris might be one of the culinary capitals of Europe, but it's very easy to end up in an over priced restaurant with terrible food and even more terrible service. Don't worry though, we're on hand to offer you a guide to 7 amazing places to eat for all budgets and tastes in this magical city!

A Day at Discovery Cove, Orlando’s Tropical Paradise

A Day at Discovery Cove, Orlando’s Tropical Paradise

30 Oct 2015

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

From the luxury-resort style check-in to the tropical paradise setting and from one-on-one interactions with bottlenose dolphins to the bath-water warm lazy river, come with us on a detailed walk through a day at Discovery Cove.

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Where to Meet the Disney Princesses at Walt Disney World

By Eleanor 29 Oct 2015

Enjoy magical meet and greets and Character Dining experiences with our guide to meeting the Disney Princesses.

As some of the most popular Characters from the films, meeting at least one of the Disney Princesses should be on your Walt Disney World Resort in Florida to-do list. Your little princesses and princes will love it – as will all the big kids!

Go VIP with These Great Park Extras in Orlando

Go VIP with These Great Park Extras in Orlando

By Eleanor 26 Oct 2015

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

Whether you’ve ‘been there, done that’ or you’re new to Orlando and looking for that extra “Wow” factor, these spectacular add-ons are the ideal enhancements to your holiday of a lifetime.

Halloween at Disneyland Paris: What’s On Guide

Halloween at Disneyland Paris: What’s On Guide

By Eleanor 23 Sep 2015

Prepare for a scare...

All the events taking place at Disneyland Paris this Halloween season!

Top 5 Snacks at LEGOLAND

Top 5 Snacks at LEGOLAND

By Eleanor 07 Sep 2015

Have you tried any of these crazy LEGOLAND snacks?

Theme park food ranges from the delectable to the downright unusual! We take a look at some of the best snacks you can enjoy at LEGOLAND!

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