Out & Back Travel

08/14/2026

Silver Dollar City have announced Miner's Mountain Express for Spring 2027, a Mack Rides terrain family coaster with 15 airtime moments.

What do you think of the preview?

I feel this is incredible news, there aren't enough new mine train coasters, I can't wait to head to the Ozarks and try this one out, Choo Choo!

Opening Spring 2027 at Silver Dollar City, Miner's Mountain Express...

07/16/2026

It's getting nerve shreddingly close to Universal Orlando dropping the full event reveal for Halloween Horror Nights along with it the multi-night tickets.
In the latest episode, I distill 20 years of wisdom from visiting the best Halloween event in the world into how to maximise your time, enjoyment and value from all the event has to offer.
Who's heading to HHN35 this year?

Universal Orlandos’ legendary halloween event, Halloween Horror Nig...

07/14/2026

AD - Doncaster Fear Factory has unveiled its new for 2026 Scare Maze.
The Mortician

Completing the Fearsome Five live action scare mazes, The Mortician joins
* Friargate Foundry
* Diablous: Visum Mortis
* Shellton Motel
Quinlens & Co

The event runs for selected nights this October

Located at Thornhurst Manor, near Doncaster in South Yorkshire, set inside woodland featuring live entertainment, five haunted houses, two scare zones and wandering interactive street theatre performers.
Are you visiting Doncaster Fear Factory in 2026?

05/04/2026

I only travel by Métro-Floo!

Magically entering the queue for Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry attraction, located in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic land at Universal Epic Universe

05/03/2026

Wait for it …🔥
Dexter Hackett’s Joker, a Kolmax-Plus Spinner “Break Dance” ride giving us a fantastic show at Northallerton May Fair

05/02/2026

Let's visit Parque de Atracciones de Madrid
🐾 🍺 Paw Patrol Pints
🕷️ 🌪️ Oddball Rides
⬇️ ⏱️ Low waits

We visit Madrid's city amusement park, including how to purchase the Tourist Travel Card, how to reach the park via metro from the airport and was our visit good value for money?

Have you visited Parque de Atracciones de Madrid? How was your visit? What was your favourite ride?

Taking The Metro To Parque de Atracciones de Madrid - Is Madrid's Amusement Park Value For Money?

04/02/2026

What are the top 5 rides at Universal Orlando Resort in 2026 according to TripAdvisor reviews?
The results may surprise you! We’ll countdown the Top 5 rides from across all four Universal Orlando Resort Theme Parks, Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay and Universal Epic Universe. In order to see which top 5 rides are the guest favourite.
Do you think TripAdvisor got it right?
Be sure to leave your own top 5 in the comments below!

03/20/2026

NQ64 Birmingham Review: Retro Gaming, Cocktails, and Is It Worth Visiting?

Thinking of heading to NQ64 in Birmingham? In this video, we’re doing a deep dive into the Digbeth arcade bar to see if it’s worth your money.
We’re looking at the token prices, the game selection, and those famous neon cocktails. Whether you’re a retro gaming fan or just looking for a unique night out in Birmingham, here’s everything you need to know before you go!

All Prices correct at time of recording.

03/14/2026

How many times can we refill our souvenir cup during our stay at Universal Aventura hotel?

We stayed at Universal Aventura Hotel, located at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida.

We purchased the 8 days or more for $30* the resort refillable souvenir cup that allows unlimited coke freestyle, coffee and hot chocolate inside the hotel for the length of your stay!

How many refills did you get during your stay
Do you think you can beat our score?

Let me know in the comments below!

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*Prices correct at time of recording.

03/03/2026

In this month's video we're checking out an After Hours event at Epcot, is it worth the cost?
With special entry from 7pm and then exclusive park time 9:30pm to 12:30am which includes unlimited snacks and low waits for the rides, is this a viable way to experience at Walt Disney World theme park?

How would you like an evening in a Walt Disney world theme park, with no long lines for the rides, no Lighting Lane to deal with, no having to book in for a ...