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Category: Universal Orlando

  • Preparing for your Orlando holiday

    Latest news, we’ve booked for our 2 weeks vacation. I’m getting all excited apart from the thought of having to pack my suitcase. A job which my other half always leaves up to me. Prepare for the weather Florida is very hot for 90 percent of the year. If you’re from the UK like myself…

  • 20 Tips for surviving Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights

    Stop Press Just booked our tickets for Halloween Horror Nights 2022. Our last visit was in 2019 and this is our first chance to return since 2019 due to Covid -19. Booking from the UK, we used Attraction Tickets Direct; now known as “Attraction Tickets”; having used them for the last 9 years and found…

  • My Top 25 Favourite Characters at Universal Orlando

    Here’s a look at some of my favourite moments with Characters from Universal Orlando. Everyone has a favourite character whether they’re young or just young at heart like myself. At Universal Orlando you’ll always find someone who reminds you of a favourite film, TV show or toy from your childhood. We’ve been to Universal for…

  • Secret places at Universal Orlando

    There’s so much more to Universal Orlando than the rides. Amongst the hustle and bustle are quiet secret places just waiting to be explored. If you haven’t been to Universal Orlando before it consists of three Parks; Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios and Volcano Bay. There’s also City Walk which you pass through before…

  • Shake your Tail Feather with The Blues Brothers at Universal Orlando

    Put your hands together for the Blues Brothers at Universal Studios Orlando For those of you visiting for the first time. Universal Orlando has something for everyone besides its famous roller coasters and rides. Here’s a treat you don’t want to miss – It’s The Blues Brothers show. Universal Studios brings the characters of Jake…

  • Muggles Guide to catching the Hogwarts Express at Universal Orlando

    Catching the Hogwarts Express from King’s Cross to Hogsmeade – Universal Orlando

  • 7 Tips for eating on a budget at Universal Orlando

    For many of you it’s already cost an arm and a leg to stay on site at a Universal Resort just so you can get an Unlimited express pass or early entry to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. However once you’re settled in your room, thoughts come round to meal times. For those staying…

  • Guide to The Royal Pacific at Universal Orlando Resort

    Aloha at Loews Royal Pacific The Royal Pacific at Universal Orlando resort is my favourite of the Premier Universal Hotels having stayed there several times. It has a tropical south sea theme throughout the resort reflected in the lush landscaping and water gardens giving a calm and peaceful ambience. The hotel also borders the extensive…

  • Tips for beating the queues at Universal Orlando

    After saving your hard earned money for your once in a lifetime trip to Universal Orlando; the last thing you want to do is wait in line to get on your favourite ride. Over the years I’ve discovered lots of tips to get you on that ride a little bit quicker. Some of you, like…

  • Fun Photo Spots at Universal Orlando

    Apart from getting a photo with your favourite Universal Character there are numerous locations to capture that all important holiday snap. As we’ve visited Universal so many times now it’s hard to distinguish one years photos from the next. However we are always finding new fun spots that we’ve missed. For those making a once…