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Disney and Universal vacation blog

Welcome to the ultimate Disney and Universal vacation blog archive—your one-stop shop for theme park tips, money-saving tricks, foodie finds, and magical memories. Whether you’re planning your very first trip or your fiftieth, you’ll find honest advice, fun stories, and expert guides covering everything from Lightning Lanes to beach day getaways. Dive in and explore the magic—there’s a blog post here for every kind of adventurer.

Disney and Universal vacation blog

Reviews

by Michael Seabright

AttractionTickets.com Review

Thinking of booking your Disney or Universal park tickets? Before you hand over your hard-earned Galleons, check out this honest review of AttractionTickets.com. There site...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Ultimate 2025 Universal Orlando planning guide

Planning a trip to Universal Studios Florida? Discover how to make the most of your day with our expert guide to top rides, must-know tips,...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Your Complete 2025 Guide to Universal Studios Florida’s Photo Pass

Say cheese, Muggles, Minions, and Marvel fans! Whether you’re soaring through the skies on E.T.’s bike, having your soul scared out of you by a...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

The History of Universal Studios Florida

Step through the arches and into the action, Universal Studios Florida opened in 1990 with a simple goal: to let guests ride the movies. What...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

The Ultimate 2025 Rope Drop Guide for Walt Disney World

Want to conquer Walt Disney World before the rest of the crowds have finished their Mickey waffles? Rope drop is your secret weapon. This in-depth...

Universal News

by Michael Seabright

Unlocking the Next Level of Magic

Wands at the ready! Universal Orlando’s new second-generation interactive Harry Potter wands have arrived—and they’re packed with more magic than a vault at Gringotts. From...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Blizzard Beach And Typhoon Lagoon Are Open This Summer!

isney is making waves this summer! For the first time in forever (or since 2019), Walt Disney World is opening both of its water parks,...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Disney’s Lightning Lane Premier Pass

Unlike Disney’s other Lightning Lane offerings the Single Pass and Multi Pass, the Lightning Lane Premier Pass is Disney’s top tier, an all access paid...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Disney’s Lightning Lane Single Pass

Lightning Lane Single Pass is an optional paid addition to your park ticket, which allows guests to skip the regular standby line for selected top...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Disney’s Lightning Lane Multi Pass

Picture this: You’re standing in another endless queue at Walt Disney World, the sun is blazing, your feet are protesting, and you’re pretty sure you’ve...

Products

by Michael Seabright

Read About the Magic

From Walt Disney’s biography to guides on Disney Imagineering, from the secrets of hidden Mickeys to the best Disney cookbooks, these books will transport you...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Darkmoor Monster Make-Up at Epic Universe:

Ever wanted to unleash your inner monster? At Darkmoor’s Monster Makeup Experience, you can transform into one of Universal’s classic creatures—Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, or even...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Epic Universe: A Complete Guide to Express Pass and VIP Tours

Epic Universe opens May 22nd 2025, and Universal has just announced and details on the tools we need to make the most of our time...

Disney News

by Michael Seabright

The Return of The Little Mermaid & A Villainous Takeover!

Hollywood Studios is making waves this year, and no, it’s not just a Florida rainstorms rolling in at 3 p.m. Two major live stage productions...

Disney News

by Michael Seabright

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, Getting a Major Upgrade

Attention, Attention Star Command to all Space Rangers: Buzz Lightyear attraction in Magic Kingdom is getting a much needed upgrade, and let’s just say, Star...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Dark Universe At Epic Universe

While Universal has long celebrated its iconic Monsters (Dracula, Frankenstein, The Mummy, and The Wolf Man), taking us backstage with the Horror Makeup Show, The...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry

Do you dream of stepping back into the wizarding world, taking part in an epic magical showdown, Universal’s newest park will be offering guests just...

Theme Parks

by Michael Seabright

Hiccup’s Wing Gliders

Hiccup’s Wing Gliders is a family friendly rollercoaster, which will send you soaring through the skies, lands and around the Isle of Berk. The concept...