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How to Do Universal Orlando on a Budget

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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5 Things To Know Before Staying at Disney Hotel Santa Fe | Disneyland® Paris Hotels

By Amy 18 Jun 2026

Get ready for a stay on Route 66!

This budget-friendly hotel will turn a stay at Disneyland® Paris into a trip to New Mexico

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5 Things to Know Before Staying at Disney Hotel New York - The Art of Marvel

By Amy 18 Jun 2026

Get ready for an action-packed stay!

This is the world’s first MARVEL-themed hotel, combining the fun of your favourite Super Heroes with the style of contemporary New York.

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The Big Day Out Index: These are the best UK day trips to visit this summer

16 Jun 2026

Where are UK families actually going this summer?

Not just the obvious suspects. A new index reveals the attractions earning the highest ratings, biggest search interest, and most repeat attention, from Windsor to Yorkshire Wildlife Park.

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

16 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.

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

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!

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!

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!

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!

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...

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

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!

Explore the Parisian Backdrop of Disney Pixar's Ratatouille!

Explore the Parisian Backdrop of Disney Pixar's Ratatouille!

09 Apr 2013

Disney Pixar's Ratatouille will soon find a home at Disneyland Paris...

Disney couldn't have found a better home for an attraction inspired by a film that has the French capital at its heart and featured in its background. Disney Pixar's Ratatouille inspires a new Disneyland Paris attraction, Kitchen Calamity, due to be launched at the Parisian Disney park in 2014! Till then, why not explore the French capital featured in Disney's delicious Parisian tale!

Have You Met Disney's Oswald the Lucky Rabbit?

Have You Met Disney's Oswald the Lucky Rabbit?

25 Mar 2013

Do you know this vintage Disney rabbit?

As Easter Limited Time Magic continues at the Disney parks this week and the Disney bunnies hop out of the rabbit hole for the spring, Disney guests will be swapping their Mickey Mouse Ear hats for Oswald the Lucky Rabbit hats instead! So, we thought we'd familiarise you with this vintage Disney character in time for Easter!

Dubai's Coastline - the Eighth Wonder of the World?

Dubai's Coastline - the Eighth Wonder of the World?

19 Mar 2013

Stats and facts about Dubai's Coastline!

Dubai's spectacular coastline is such an awe inspiring phenomenon that it is often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world. Consisting of three artificial small island groups, which take the shape of three palm trees and The World archipelago, taking the shape of a world map, form Dubai's impressive coastline in the Persian Gulf. Check out ATD's stats and facts about Dubai's coastline!

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