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Beyond the Water Park: Everything About Universal Volcano Bay

By Catherine 03 Jul 2026

Rides, tickets, opening times and insider tips - everything you need before you visit.

There are water parks, and then there is Universal’s Volcano Bay. With 19 rides and slides, heated pools, private cabanas and a wave pool in the shadow of the iconic Krakatau volcano, it is a world away from an ordinary water park day. We’ve put together everything you need to know, from the rides worth heading to first to the insider tips that make the difference between a good day and a great one!

Guests at Disneys Festival of Fantasy Parade

Disney's Festival of Fantasy Parade 2026: Times, Route & Tips

01 Jul 2026

Discover what makes Disney's Festival of Fantasy Parade one of Magic Kingdom Park's most technically ambitious shows!

Disney's Festival of Fantasy Parade brings Magic Kingdom Park to a standstill once daily, with six spectacular floats, including a 53-foot, fire-breathing dragon, winding from Frontierland to Main Street, U.S.A. Our guide covers showtimes, the full route and the best spots to watch!

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

30 Jun 2026

Your at-a-glance guide to Orlando's biggest changes for 2027

Two huge openings, two big closures and a handful of rumours - we break down what's really happening in Orlando in 2027.

Welcome to Arendelle: Your Guide to World of Frozen

30 Jun 2026

Discover everything there is to know about World of Frozen at Disney Adventure World!

World of Frozen opened at Disney Adventure World in March 2026, bringing the Kingdom of Arendelle to life in Disneyland® Paris. Our insider guide covers the Frozen Ever After ride, A Celebration in Arendelle live show, Character Encounters, dining at Nordic Crowns Tavern and the best tips for visiting in 2026.

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Which Walt Disney World Resort Hotel is Right For You?

By Amy 29 Jun 2026

Twenty-six official hotels, four price categories, one big decision - here's everything you need to choose the right Walt Disney World Resort hotel for your stay.

This guide breaks down every official Walt Disney World Resort hotel by price category, location and the kind of holiday you're after, covering monorail and Disney Skyliner access, proximity to Magic Kingdom Park, and the best picks for families, couples, animal lovers and more.

Discovery Cove dolphin Cindy Delivers a Marriage Proposal

31 Oct 2013

Not one, but two dreams come true for Sarah Jane Haden at Discovery Cove

Sarah Jane Haden shares with Attraction Tickets Direct her dolphin swim at the SeaWorld Park Discovery Cove in Florida that not only changed her life, but made her dreams come true...

Jack Skellington - The Patron Saint of Halloween!

04 Oct 2013

Jack Skellington, the not so scary Halloween advocate!

Five reasons why Jack Skellington is the most significant character of Disney's Halloween community!

Throwback Thursday: ATD's Favourite Walt Disney Quotes!

12 Sep 2013

Check out ATD's favourite Walt Disney quotes!

This Throwback Thursday Attraction Tickets Direct takes a look back at some of our favourite quotes from the creative genius Walt Disney himself!

Disney's Princess Fairytale Hall Opens the 18th September!

10 Sep 2013

The Disney Princesses shall soon take residence in their new home...

On the 18th of September the Disney Princesses will take residence at a new Disney location, Princess Fairytale Hall in Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Tale a look at the Princesses moving into this new Disney address...

The Deadliest Disney Villains Worthy of their own Horror Film!

30 Jul 2013

ATD's Terrifying Tuesday...

This week Attraction Tickets Direct's Terrifying Tuesday takes a look at the most demonic and evil Disney villains horrific enough to star in their own horror movie!

A Magical Meet with Mr Incredible for Fathers Day at Disneyland!

10 Jun 2013

A new Limited Time Magic experience introduces a fatherly character meet and greet!

As Father's Day approaches this Sunday 16th June, Disneyland California is celebrating incredible fathers all week this week, with a special character meet and greet with an incredible father, Mr Incredible himself and his family!

The Castles that Inspired Disney's Cinderella Castle Architecture!

04 Jun 2013

Trivia Tuesday: The castles that inspired the construction of the Cinderella Castle

The Cinderella Castle is the single most photographed structure in the entire world. Not only is the fairy tale castle synonymous with and emblematic of the Walt Disney World Resort and the entire Disney corporation, but the Cinderella Castle has become an iconic Orlando structure in its very own right...Admire the castles that inspired the inception of the magical Disney castle...

Universal Welcomes The Springfield Community to Orlando!

28 May 2013

Take a stroll through Springfield at Universal Orlando this summer....

Experience The Simpsons like never before at Universal Orlando! This Summer 2013 Universal Studios Florida brings to life a new themed area to the park...in coming Springfield and the entire community, complete with the residence, the restaurants, the bars and a new attraction. You've experienced The Simpson's Ride, now take a walk in their shoes - in their hometown!

Transformers the Ride 3D Coming to Universal Orlando Soon...

02 May 2013

Be very afraid...or ridiculously excited - Megatron is in Orlando!

Universal Orlando are readying friends, followers and fans of the theme park for the arrival of the highly anticipated Transformers the Ride 3D at Universal Studios Orlando! And, in typical Universal nature, they're getting ready in style! See how...

Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran Rock Out at Disney World

18 Apr 2013

Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran spend a day at the happiest place on earth!

Earlier this week American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift and Brit born singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran spent a day at Walt Disney World together with their friends!

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