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

By Mandy 17 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.

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Every Benefit of Staying at a Disneyland® Paris Hotel

By Amy 15 Jun 2026

A complete guide to every Disneyland® Paris Hotel benefit, from Extra Magic Time to private lounges.

Extra Magic Time, park tickets, character meets, meal plans, and more - here's everything official Disney Hotel guests actually get, including the premium perks most guides leave out.

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Ultimate Guide to the Best Rides at Disneyland® Paris in 2026

By Amy 10 Jun 2026

Guaranteed theme park fun!

From family friendly rides to big thrills and everything in between, check out our guide to the best rides at Disneyland® Paris

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Where to Watch the 2026 World Cup at PortAventura World

By Mark 08 Jun 2026

Rides by day, World Cup by night - the ultimate summer at PortAventura World

Find out exactly where you can watch the FIFA World Cup at PortAventura World this summer, across the resort’s hotels and inside the park - all in one handy guide!

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Which Universal Hotel is Right for Me?

By Eleanor 05 Jun 2026

From Value to Signature - every Universal Orlando hotel explained, so you can book with confidence.

Compare all ten Universal Orlando Resort hotels by category, benefits, location and traveller type, including which hotels include Express Pass, which are closest to the parks and which are best for families, couples and Epic Universe visits in 2026.

6 Foods You Must Try in San Francisco

6 Foods You Must Try in San Francisco

By Eleanor 20 Jan 2016

Because we love a good food round-up.

Make sure you add these delicious local delicacies to your next trip to San Francisco...

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Top 5 Things to do Salou

Top 5 Things to do Salou

By Eleanor 10 Dec 2015

Salou, on the Costa Dorada, offers a great mix of theme parks, sunshine and wide sandy beaches. Here are our top 5 must-dos for this fabulous beach-side resort...

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...

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.

Where to Meet the Disney Princesses at Walt Disney World

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.

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