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    Humble Bundle Book Deal Includes Two Unofficial Guides

    We are excited to partner with Humble Bundle and support charity with amazing ebooks. Two of the books included in the bundle are Unofficial Guides, but we sure hope you have a look at all the other amazing titles. We’re offering a total of 25 ebooks on a variety of topics—astronomy, outdoor skills, adventure stories, and travel—to help you fill

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    Spend a Perfect Weekend on the Las Vegas Strip

    Colleague Ryan Jacobson and his wife, Lora, recently enjoyed a weekend on the Las Vegas strip. Here is Ryan’s report. If you think a vacation on the Las Vegas Strip is only for gamblers, then you’ve never been to Vegas. Until about a year ago, my wife and I felt the same way. Lora and I spent nearly 20 years of

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    Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure

    Seth Kubersky, author of The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando, shares with us his review of Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. This new family-friendly thrill ride, which replaced the Dragon Challenge twin roller coasters, is also a coaster, but it’s a highly themed one without huge hills or upside-down loops. Instead, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure focuses on thrilling launches

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    Dealing with Dietary Restrictions & Allergies at Walt Disney World

    Walt Disney World restaurants work hard to accommodate guests’ special dietary needs. When you make a dining reservation online or by phone, you’ll be asked about food allergies and the like. When you arrive at table-service restaurants and buffets, alert the host or hostess and your server. Almost all Walt Disney World restaurants have dedicated allergy-friendly menus available; ask any

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    The Complete Unofficial Guide to Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

    Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is Finally Open — Now What? Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the eagerly awaited and most detailed and immersive land that Disney has ever created, is finally open at Disneyland. Opening hours, access, and Fastpass/MaxPass procedures for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge are likely to change over the coming months. Check back regularly as we will update all