Walking in a Wintertraum Wonderland

Phantasialand, Germany I first visited Phantasialand just 7 months ago (at the time of writing) in June of 2022. The weather was gorgeous, with temperatures nearing 30 celcius, clear blue skies and long sunny days. But with 6pm park closes and 10pm sunsets, it’s safe to say I never even came close to seeing what […]

Christmas Magic at Drayton Manor

When it comes to UK theme park Christmas events, I can take them or leave them. With entertainment squarely aimed at children, and a limited ride line-up targeted at the same audience, they’re very much an ‘if I’m in the area’ deal. Happily, I had a spare afternoon in the West Midlands which of course […]

Is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Worth It?

At Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, unless you’re brave enough to visit on the busiest week of the year, almost all festive entertainment is locked away behind a mile-high paywall. So, is it really worth laying down all that money? There’s no getting around how hideously expensive this party is. Prices vary by date, but […]

Is Winters Tail Worth It Without Kids?

Given that I absolutely adore both Chessington World of Adventures and Christmas events it was inevitable that at some point I’d end up visiting Winter’s Tail. However, I’ve been putting it off for a while now. With a very limited ride line-up (just 10, including a play area), entertainment (rightly) aimed at children and a […]

Turning 28 at Paulton’s Celebration of Christmas

When I was a kid, the one thing I really wanted to do to celebrate my birthday was visit a theme park (in a surprise to no one). Sadly though, my birthday is mid-December and living in the UK that made my wish a non-starter. Of course, one of the greatest things about being an […]

Winter Wonderland 2021

Last Sunday, on a bright and chilly (read: 1°C) morning, I finally experienced Hyde Park Winter Wonderland for the first time! After 14 years of bringing festive fun and thrills to Central London, I was definitely overdue a visit. The event offered a brilliant +9 for the coaster count as well as family rides, dark […]