Unofficial Guides (Various)

Save time and money with in-depth reviews, ratings, and details from the trusted source for a successful Universal Orlando vacation. How do some guests get on the big, new attraction in less than 20 minutes while others wait for longer than 2 hours-on the same day? Why do some guests pay full price for their visit when others can save hundreds of dollars? In a theme park, every minute and every dollar count. Your vacation is too important to be left to chance, so put the best-selling independent guide to Universal Orlando in your hands and take control of your trip. The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2025 explains how the resort works and how to use that knowledge to stay ahead of the crowd. Seth Kubersky and debut author Alicia Stella know that you want your vacation to be anything but average, so they employed an expert team of researchers to find the secrets, the shortcuts, and the bargains that are sure to make your vacation exceptional! Find out what's available in every category, ranked from best to worst, and get detailed plans to make the most of your time at Universal. Stay at a top-rated hotel, eat at the best restaurants, and experience all the most popular attractions at Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay. Keep in the know on the latest updates and changes at Universal Orlando. Here's what's NEW in the 2025 book: • Learn when to visit Universal to get lower crowds and bigger hotel discounts • Find updated advice on taking advantage of Early Park Admission, Universal Express, and other time-saving tricks • Get an up-close look at each Universal resort hotel, including the luxurious new Helios Grand • Read ratings and reviews of fresh dining options throughout the parks and resorts, including plant-based menu items • Take advantage of the most comprehensive guide available to Universal's brand-new Epic Universe theme park, with detailed coverage of every ride, show, and restaurant • Discover tips for experiencing Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and the Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Islands of Adventure • Enjoy reviews of the Trolls roller coaster and other kids' attractions in Universal's new DreamWorks Land • Uncover information on the new character parade and nighttime fountain spectacular at Universal Studios Florida Make the right choices to give your family a vacation they'll never forget. The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2025 is your key to planning a perfect stay. Whether you're putting together your annual trip or preparing for your first visit, this book gives you the insider scoop on hotels, restaurants, attractions, and more.

Save time and money with in-depth reviews, ratings, and details from the trusted source for a successful Disneyland vacation. How do some guests get on the big, new attraction in less than 20 minutes while others wait for longer than 2 hours-on the same day? Why do some guests pay full price for their visit when others can save hundreds of dollars? In a theme park, every minute and every dollar count. Your vacation is too important to be left to chance, so put the best-selling independent guide to Disneyland in your hands and take control of your trip. The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland 2026 explains how Disneyland works and how to use that knowledge to stay ahead of the crowd. Authors Seth Kubersky, Bob Sehlinger, Len Testa, and Guy Selga Jr. know that you want your vacation to be anything but average, so they employ an expert team of researchers to find the secrets, the shortcuts, and the bargains that are sure to make your vacation exceptional! Find out what's available in every category, ranked from best to worst, and get detailed plans to make the most of your time at Disneyland. Stay at a top-rated hotel, eat at the best restaurants, and experience all the most popular attractions. Keep in the know on the latest updates and changes at Disneyland. Here's what's NEW in the 2026 book: • Full reviews with touring tips for the new The Princess and the Frog ride, Tiana's Bayou Adventure, as well as other new attractions • Important details about Disneyland's park ticketing and reservation systems • Field-tested advice on when and how to use Disney's Lightning Lane line-skipping services • Expanded dining reviews, including recent additions to Downtown Disney and the resort hotels • Profiles and ratings for more than 40 Disneyland Resort and Anaheim hotels • Details on the new nighttime shows and other entertainment introduced for Disneyland's 70th Anniversary • Previews of the new Avengers, Avatar, and Coco expansions announced for Disney California Adventure • In-depth guide to Universal Studios Hollywood, including the upcoming Fast & Furious roller coaster Make the right choices to give your family a vacation they'll never forget. The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland 2026 is your key to planning a perfect stay. Whether you're putting together your annual trip or preparing for your first visit, this book gives you the insider scoop on hotels, restaurants, attractions, and more.

Save time and money with in-depth reviews, ratings, and details from the trusted source for a successful Disney Cruise Line vacation. Planning a Disney Cruise Line (DCL) trip is a big deal. It's too important to be left to chance, so put the best-selling independent guidebook to DCL in your hands and take control of your vacation. Make every minute and every dollar count with this no-nonsense, consumer-oriented guide to the best (and worst) of Disney's ships and itineraries. The Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line 2025 explains how DCL works and how to use that knowledge to stay ahead of the crowd. Debut author Tammy Whiting with Len Testa and Erin Foster know that you want your vacation to be anything but average, so they employ an expert team of researchers to find the secrets, the shortcuts, and the bargains that are sure to make your vacation exceptional! Find out what's available in every category, ranked from best to worst, and get detailed plans to make the most of your time on and off your cruise ship. Choose the right stateroom, eat at the best restaurants, find top-notch children's activities, and experience all the can't-miss excursions-including those offered at Castaway Cay, one of the best vacation islands in the Caribbean. Stay in the know on the latest updates and changes on DCL. Here's what's NEW in the 2025 book: • Take in advice for first-time cruisers: money-saving strategies, packing tips and other pre-trip preparation, preferred ships and itineraries, and how to hit the deck running your first day onboard • Utilize suggestions for deciding whether a Disney cruise or a Walt Disney World vacation is the better choice for your family • Examine in-depth comparisons between Disney Cruise Line and its competitors • Find out the scoop on different stateroom types and how to choose the best room for your needs, with updated stateroom floor plans and links to stateroom tours • Read detailed descriptions of Disney's newest home port at Ft. Lauderdale • Uncover first-hand reviews and experiences from Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, Disney's second private island • Enjoy expanded coverage and unbiased opinions about DCL's expanding fleet, including the Disney Wish and brand-new Disney Treasure • Get reports on what's coming next for DCL in 2025 and beyond, including news about the Disney Adventure • Utilize the planning timeline for your Disney cruise, with advice on the best time to book it Make the right choices to give your family a vacation they'll never forget. The Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line 2025 is your key to planning a perfect stay. Whether you're putting together your annual trip or preparing for your first visit, this book gives you the insider scoop on staterooms, dining, children's activities, shopping, entertainment, and more.

Save time and money with in-depth reviews, ratings, and details from the trusted source for a successful Walt Disney World vacation. How do some guests get on the big, new attraction in less than 20 minutes while others wait for longer than 2 hours-on the same day? Why do some guests pay full price for their visit when others can save hundreds of dollars? In a theme park, every minute and every dollar count. Your vacation is too important to be left to chance, so put the best-selling independent guide to Walt Disney World in your hands and take control of your trip. The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2026 explains how Walt Disney World works and how to use that knowledge to stay ahead of the crowd. Becky Gandillon, Bob Sehlinger, and Len Testa know that you want your vacation to be anything but average, so they employ an expert team of researchers to find the secrets, the shortcuts, and the bargains that are sure to make your vacation exceptional! Find out what's available in every category, ranked from best to worst, and get detailed plans to make the most of your time at Walt Disney World. Stay at a top-rated hotel, eat at the best restaurants, and experience all the most popular attractions. Keep up with the latest updates and changes at Walt Disney World. Here's what's NEW in the 2026 book: • Learn when to visit Walt Disney World to experience lower crowds and score bigger hotel discounts • Find the most in-depth analysis of the Disney Dining Plan; we analyzed every menu item to determine whether the plan will save money or cost you more • Preview the brand-new show under the Tree of Life: Zootopia: Better Zoogether! • Take in the latest on updated rides, including new missions for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and the reimagined Test Track • Get tips on helpful Disney programs such as Early Theme Park Entry • Successfully navigate every type of line offered for Disney attractions to save the most time • Uncover the newest, best places for ticket and hotel deals • Enjoy details about the two new lounges, one themed to Pirates of the Caribbean and the other to Spaceship Earth • Read complete reviews of Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, the nighttime parade at the Magic Kingdom, and the new Disney Villains Unfairly Ever After show at Disney's Hollywood Studios • Utilize new touring plans to save the most time in line at every Disney park • Discover the highest-rated buildings at every Disney resort and how to request the best rooms for your stay Make the right choices to give your family a vacation they'll never forget. The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2026 is your key to planning a perfect stay. Whether you're putting together your annual trip or preparing for your first visit, this book gives you the inside scoop on hotels, restaurants, attractions, and more.

Honest and Outspoken Advice from the Unofficial Experts The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2021 by Seth Kubersky is packed with detailed, specific information on every ride, show, and restaurant in the resort. The guide includes info on where to find the cheapest Universal Orlando admission tickets, how to save big on Universal on-site hotel rooms and skip the regular lines in the parks, when to visit Universal Orlando for the lightest crowds, and everything else you need to know for a stress-free Universal Orlando experience. • Comprehensive reviews: In-depth critical assessments of every attraction, including the new Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure • Touring Plans: Patented, field-tested touring plans that literally save you hours in line • Hotel recommendations: An up-close look at each Universal resort hotel and how to get the most out of on-site benefits such as Early Park Admission • Dining guide: Ratings and reviews of more than 80 restaurants, including all full-service eateries at the parks and at City Walk • Invaluable advice: Best times of year to visit and how to get around the lines, with details on Universal's exciting seasonal events such as Halloween Horror Nights and Mardi Gras • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Complete coverage of Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, with updated tips for experiencing the Escape from Gringotts and Forbidden Journey rides • Sneak peeks: Learn about the new value-priced Endless Summer Resort Over 6 million Unofficial Guides have sold!

Honest and Outspoken Advice Helps Plan Your Next Trip Written by Washington, D.C.'s Renee Sklarew, this is the insider's guide to Washington at its best with more than 50 restaurants and nearly 100 hotels reviewed and ranked for value and quality-plus secrets for getting the lowest rates. With advice that is direct, prescriptive, and detailed, it takes the guesswork out of travel by unambiguously rating and ranking everything from attractions to rental car companies. The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C., digs deeper and offers more than any other guide. With an Unofficial Guide, you know what's available in every category, from the best to the worst. Step-by-step detailed plans allow you to make the most of your time in Washington, D.C. There's a reason why more than 6 million Unofficial Guides have sold: these books work! The guides have been cited by such diverse sources as USA Today and Operations Research Forum.

Save time and money with in-depth reviews, ratings, and details from the trusted source for a successful Walt Disney World vacation. How do some guests get on the big, new attraction in less than 20 minutes while others wait for longer than 2 hours-on the same day? Why do some guests pay full price for their visit when others can save hundreds of dollars? In a theme park, every minute and every dollar count. Your vacation is too important to be left to chance, so put the best-selling independent guide to Walt Disney World in your hands and take control of your trip. The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2023 explains how Walt Disney World works and how to use that knowledge to stay ahead of the crowd. Authors Bob Sehlinger and Len Testa know that you want your vacation to be anything but average, so they employ an expert team of researchers to find the secrets, the shortcuts, and the bargains that are sure to make your vacation exceptional! Find out what's available in every category, ranked from best to worst, and get detailed plans to make the most of your time at Walt Disney World. Stay at a top-rated hotel, eat at the best restaurants, and experience all the most popular attractions. Keep in the know on the latest updates and changes at Walt Disney World. Here's what's NEW in the 2023 book: • Learn when to visit Walt Disney World to get lower crowds and bigger hotel discounts • Get details on how COVID-19 and social distancing measures have impacted Walt Disney World Resort • Find insider coverage of EPCOT's new Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster-the longest indoor roller coaster in the world • Read a review of TRON Lightcycle Coaster-the Magic Kingdom's newest thrill ride • Take in the latest on new Disney programs such as Early Theme Park Entry • Utilize Disney's new Genie+ ride reservation system to cut down on waits in line • Uncover the newest, best places for ticket and hotel deals • Save more with information on discounted stroller rentals, car rentals, and vacation homes • Seek out the best places in each park to see Disney's nighttime spectaculars Enchantment and Harmonious • Savor the updated reviews of every Walt Disney World restaurant since reopening • Discover the highest-rated rooms and buildings to ask for at every Disney resort Make the right choices to give your family a vacation they'll never forget. The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2023 is your key to planning a perfect stay. Whether you're putting together your annual trip or preparing for your first visit, this book gives you the insider scoop on hotels, restaurants, attractions, and more.

Save time and money with in-depth reviews, ratings, and details from the trusted source for a successful Las Vegas vacation. How do some guests always seem to find the best restaurants, the best shows, the best hotels-and still come home with winnings in their pockets? Why do some guests pay full price for their visit when others can save hundreds of dollars? In Las Vegas, every minute and every dollar count. Your vacation is too important to be left to chance, so put the independent guide to Las Vegas in your hands and take control of your trip. The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas explains how Sin City works and how to use that knowledge to stay ahead of the crowd. Authors Bob Sehlinger and Seth Kubersky know that you want your vacation to be anything but average, so they employ an expert team of researchers to find the secrets, the shortcuts, and the bargains that are sure to make your vacation exceptional! Find out what's available in every category, ranked from best to worst, and get detailed plans to make the most of your time in Las Vegas. Stay at a top-rated hotel, eat at the most acclaimed restaurants, and experience all the most popular attractions. Inside You'll Find: • Nearly 100 hotels and casinos described, rated, and ranked—the most offered by any guidebook—plus strategies for scoring the best room rate • Reviews of more than 100 restaurants—a complete dining guide within the guide, plus the best buffets and brunches • The best places to play for every casino game • Almost 50 pages of gambling tips, including how to play, recognizing sucker games, and cutting the house advantage to the bone • Critical reviews of more than 70 of Las Vegas's best shows • Complete coverage of the Las Vegas nightclub, bar, and lounge scene, with surefire advice on how to get into the most exclusive venues • Detailed instructions for avoiding Strip and I-15 traffic gridlock • In-depth descriptions and consumer tips on shopping and experiencing attractions Make the right choices to create a vacation you'll never forget. The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas is your key to planning a perfect stay. Whether you're putting together your annual trip or preparing for your first visit, this book gives you the insider scoop on hotels, restaurants, entertainment, and more.