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The 5 Best Things to Do at Universal Studios Hollywood

Our best tips for things to do off the rides at Universal!

We all know the rides at Universal Studios Hollywood can have you rolling and tumbling through the Simpson’s home town Springfield one minute and screaming as you swoop backwards round the Mummy’s sarcophagus coaster the next, but what other things are must-do’s for your trip to the park?

A Disney Villains Guide: It’s good to be bad

Just how evil are you?

Here we take a look at some of the best merchandise and projects that pay homage to the Disney villains.

Our Best Ever California Road Trip!

Follow our journey plan to take the stress out of organising your road trip around the golden state

From the towering Californian redwoods which dominate the eastern parts of the state, to the scorching beaches of San Diego and the snowy plateaus of Lake Tahoe, there’s so much to see and do that people spend months travelling this state alone. So, as they say, what are you waiting for? Read our handy journey planner for a fab 2 week road trip around California.

Lights, Camera, Action: the Ultimate New York Movie Guide

We’ve narrowed it down to the top 35 – including the famous apartment building from Friends!

New York has been the setting for some of the most famous movies and television shows of all time; it’s perhaps this reason why so many people head to the Big Apple on their holidays throughout the year.

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting a Water Park

Tips for Visiting a Water Park

Make the most of your visit to a water park with this handy guide, which includes tips from expert bloggers.

Hampshire school receives astronaut visit as part of national competition

A school in Hampshire opened its doors yesterday for an exciting visit by NASA astronaut, James F.Reilly. Ropley Primary School near Alresford, was the winner of a national competition by Attraction Tickets Direct, in which parents entered on behalf of their children. Eight year old Molly Sansom can proudly say that she won this once in a lifetime school event on behalf of her fellow pupils.

Harrogate child ‘over the moon’ after spending the day with veteran NASA astronaut

An eight year old child from Harrogate had his dreams come true yesterday as he got to interview a veteran NASA astronaut, James F. Reilly. Oliver Grattoni-May won the competition by Attraction Tickets Direct, who arranged for Oliver and his whole family to travel to London for the interview.

Dubai’s Amazing Attractions and Why Pre-booking Is A Must

Why you should leave the hotel behind and explore everything Dubai has to offer!

Dubai's attractions are getting even more popular and sales are up, here's why...

World’s Biggest Food Fight Comes to Kissimmee!

By ATD’s Florida experts, Susan and Simon Veness

Goodbye Las Vegas, Hello Kissimmee! The World Food Championship, dubbed “the world’s biggest food fight” will be making its new home in Kissimmee this November, filling the streets of Celebration with amateur and professional chefs, cooking live for an audience of thousands.

Ten Reasons Why Alcatraz Rocks!

We look at the history and mystery of Alcatraz island in San Francisco Bay...

No trip to San Francisco is possibly complete without visiting Alcatraz Island. A mile and a half from shore, uninhabited by the Native Americans and then ‘discovered’ by the Spanish, ‘The Rock’ has seen a colourful history. Take a look at our favourite facts and tales about Alcatraz…