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The Best Travel Experiences and Attractions to Beat the Winter Blues

19 Jan 2026

A data-led ranking revealing the travel experiences most closely linked to happiness, perfect for beating the winter blues.

Our latest ranking highlights the travel experiences most associated with happiness for American travelers, from iconic landmarks to immersive theme parks, perfect for lifting spirits during winter.

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Which Disneyland® Paris Ticket Should You Choose?

19 Jan 2026

Expert-led guidance to help you choose the right Disneyland® Paris ticket and get the best value from your visit.

Not sure which Disneyland® Paris ticket is right for you? This expert guide breaks down every option, from single-day and Hopper tickets to multi-day passes and hotel packages, helping you choose the best fit for your plans, budget and travel style.

A family enjoying a high-energy "darecation" moment in a sunny outdoor pool, with water splashing as a father lifts a young child

The Global Darecation Ranking for 2026

16 Jan 2026

The definitive 2026 ranking of the world’s most adrenaline-fuelled darecations

Looking for a vacation that delivers more than downtime? Our 2026 Darecation Ranking reveals the world’s top thrill destinations, from iconic bungy jumps to immersive theme parks, scored by fear, adrenaline and traveler sentiment.

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The Ultimate Bucket List for Thrill Seekers in Orlando

08 Jan 2026

Here are our favourite thrill coasters you must try in Orlando!

Orlando is best known for family friendly fun, with Disney World most often being associated with the sunshine state. However, competition has arisen all over the city with the likes of Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando, with all parks providing innovative, world class attractions.

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Best of Orlando 2025

By Freya 22 Dec 2025

By AttractionTickets.com’s Orlando-based Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

Our wonderful destination saw some major changes this year, and some blockbuster new additions. Here are the headlines from a year in The City beautiful.

SeaWorld: A Walk Back In Time

SeaWorld: A Walk Back In Time

21 Mar 2014

By Simon Veness

It was 8.53am on the 16th of February, 1993, when I first walked through the gates of SeaWorld. I know, because my park map, safely stored away in a scrapbook from the time, tells me so.

Discovery Cove dolphin Cindy Delivers a Marriage Proposal

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...

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!

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!

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!

Tangled Inspirations at the Disney Parks!

Tangled Inspirations at the Disney Parks!

12 Mar 2013

The Walt Disney Pictures' Classic Tangled is currently the inspiration for many developments taking place at America's Disney parks in California and Orlando. Over the weekend a Tangled theme rest area appeared at Disney World's New Fantasyland and today is the official opening of Fantasy Faire, featuring treasured tales starring Rapunzel herself!

Throwback Thursday to 1959: Disney Pictures' Sleeping Beauty Villain Maleficent

Throwback Thursday to 1959: Disney Pictures' Sleeping Beauty Villain Maleficent

07 Mar 2013

Nine things you need to know about Disney Pictures' 1959 villain Maleficent!

Maleficent is the Disney villain and main antagonist in the 1959 Walt Disney Picture Sleeping Beauty. Arguably the most prominent, memorable and darkest of all the Disney villains, even five decades later, what is it that makes this Disney villain so remarkable? Check out ATD's Maleficent stats and facts for Throwback Thursday!

Mickey Mouse Pancakes Made Easy for Pancake Day!

Mickey Mouse Pancakes Made Easy for Pancake Day!

12 Feb 2013

Surely Mickey Mouse pancakes are better than regular pancakes!

Why not add a touch of magic to your pancake day this year and treat yourself to a stack of Mickey shaped pancakes!

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