25 BEST Universal Orlando Tips and Tricks: From Saving Money to Avoiding Lines

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    01:02 - Rentals
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    19:42 - When is it Crowded?
    20:30 - Express Pass?
    22:23 - Early Park Admission
    24:46 - Butterbeer

Комментарии • 132

  • @stephenlennartz3466
    @stephenlennartz3466 Год назад +49

    Hi Mike. We were at Universal just a few weeks ago. It was fabulous!!
    My tips to add:
    1. The Chocolate Foundry is a GREAT place to grab a meal. Of course their desserts are amazing but the food is excellent, too.
    2. Hagrid's Motorbike ride is a must DO NOT MISS! Quite certain it's the best ride of any kind I've ever been on.
    3. Universal's Sapphire Falls resort is an excellent choice for your stay. While it's not quite in the same league as some of their other properties (Royal Pacific)... it is still a great spot to lay down your head after a long day at the parks. While their onsite restaurant on the ground level is average and very overpriced... their rum-based venue makes up for the other. Of special note are the onsite giftshop and their lobby cafe with a superb variety of items to eat on the go, as well as coffees, ice creams, and other goodies.
    4. Lyft is a great transportation option from airport to destination, and park-to-park when needed.
    5. We did take one day at Disney World-- probably a don't miss if schedule allows.
    I could go on & on ... but overall all facets at both parks were impressive, enjoyable, memorymakers.

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад +2

      We love these tips too, thanks for sharing!

    • @Lil_Angry_Bitch
      @Lil_Angry_Bitch Год назад

      The food at Toothsome is mediocre and overpriced. Bigfire on Citywalk is a much better option.

    • @nmcguin
      @nmcguin 5 месяцев назад +1

      is the motorbike ride scary for a nervous 10 yr old ? how extreme is the roller coaster

    • @highercreative
      @highercreative 3 месяца назад +1

      He/she will love it. Coming from a 12 y old, it’s the perfect family ride that gives you a truly immersive experience and I recommend you do it 💯 percent!!

    • @codered3009
      @codered3009 2 месяца назад +1

      @@nmcguinit’s not extreme,there’s a bit at the end where the train drops but it’s not a big drop at all,they will love it.I’m a nervous adult with rides x

  • @emileefranklin9235
    @emileefranklin9235 10 месяцев назад +6

    If you like water rides do them mid day then do lunch youll be mostly dry by the time youre done eating the water will be a great cool down while you chill and eat

  • @ronnieonsaturn
    @ronnieonsaturn 11 месяцев назад +5

    GAME PLAN, GAME PLAN, GAME PLAN. Best tip. It may be some work but it is totally worth it.

  • @em-jl9bw
    @em-jl9bw Год назад +2

    Thank you for making these videos 😊

  • @cynthiastlaurent3878
    @cynthiastlaurent3878 10 месяцев назад +1

    This is very helpful, I will for sure be watching it in winter again just before we go!

  • @jimmiller82
    @jimmiller82 Год назад +46

    As far as motion sickness goes, I don’t think there’s a ride in the world that’s has knocked me down anywhere near as bad as The Simpsons ride. That one was horrible.

  • @AidenHoward1
    @AidenHoward1 Год назад +4

    I love this video, this is so helpful if you are planning to go to Universal!

  • @benmonaghan8430
    @benmonaghan8430 Год назад +6

    I go to universal I’m February and I found this very helpful. Thank you park prodigy.

  • @justdragogames
    @justdragogames Год назад +4

    Ive never been to universal but this has me soooo excited, im going next summer

  • @galanfamily
    @galanfamily Год назад +1

    Thanks for the video

  • @lscales6131
    @lscales6131 Год назад +7

    If you’re a family of 4-5 it’s almost always worth it to stay at a premier hotel if you plan on getting express and staying for more than 2 days. It’s usually 450-500 a night and if you stay longer it’a cheaper per night too. At the cheapest it’s 90 for endless summer and then you buy express pass (on top of your base ticket) for at the cheapest 99 per person. Your paying just as much in express as you would have per night for premier hotel and you’re father away.

  • @patrickcolburn7089
    @patrickcolburn7089 Год назад +7

    Hey Mike--TY for the shout out. lol. I did want to point one small thing out. The Endless Summer resorts do not qualify with the pool hopping. All of the others do. Just wanted to make sure you had this info in case someone is booking with you. Great video my friend.

  • @funfettigirl5101
    @funfettigirl5101 Год назад +1

    great video!

  • @theletterkayeee
    @theletterkayeee Год назад +11

    I wish I didn't have to go during spring break but it's the only option haha. Love this video!

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад +2

      Totally get it. You will still have an amazing time!

    • @lisaflores9188
      @lisaflores9188 Год назад

      I feel the same!!! Going next week

    • @taylornmoffett
      @taylornmoffett Год назад

      @@lisaflores9188 how was it?!

    • @SmallSpoonBrigade
      @SmallSpoonBrigade 3 месяца назад

      I was fortunate enough to have a lull at work right before spring break. But, you go when you can, or you don't go at all. There's a reason why the parks aren't equally crowded throughout the year.

  • @samlutz1582
    @samlutz1582 Год назад +11

    My mom and I are going in early May. We’re super excited and ever since I told her about our trip on Christmas (it was her present) she keeps finding things to add to our itinerary 😅. These videos have been super helpful in preparing to go and planning our days. Thanks 👍

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад

      awesome happy to help!

    • @lovelydia21
      @lovelydia21 Год назад

      It’s now June. How was the trip ? 😅

    • @samlutz1582
      @samlutz1582 Год назад +2

      @@lovelydia21 it was awesome. We got to ride all of the rides on our must ride list and a few we rode multiple times. There was rain in the forecast but it ended up sunny the entire time we were there except after 6pm on the last day.

  • @lianelayman6584
    @lianelayman6584 Год назад +2

    The Borne Stunt show was great and I saw it twice. FOR THE FLUM rides you can bring a rain poncho. I don't get motion sickness but I just don't like motion rides for the most park like The Simpson ride and Jimmy Fallon through NY. I was there Oct. 19 and it wasn't hardly crowded at all, most first thing in the morning. I'm going for the Halloween show in Oct. 2023. And I'll go for Christmas 2024.

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад

      Awesome we are glad you went in a less crowded time!

  • @MrZeke911
    @MrZeke911 Год назад +1

    I love this video, this is so helpful we are planning to go to Universal! Is wireless included in the parks?

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Universal does have free Wifi for guests

  • @christiandooley3718
    @christiandooley3718 Год назад +2

    I just went and this was one of the only useful videos

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад

      I really appreciate that Christian and I hope you had an amazing time!!

  • @nadiacarpenter442
    @nadiacarpenter442 11 месяцев назад +1

    Very helpful. Wnere would u start ur day with a toddler

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  11 месяцев назад

      Seuss Landing is great for toddlers

  • @dementorskiss73
    @dementorskiss73 Год назад +1

    Don’t forget potted cream butter beer! ❤🍻

  • @dielekyhn3159
    @dielekyhn3159 10 месяцев назад +2

    I normally aren’t one to get sick on rides, and HP ride in Hollywood made me SICK with Dramamine. Can’t wait to visit Orlando next year and appreciate this video as looking at premier packages currently for 4 days.

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  10 месяцев назад

      Sorry to hear that!

    • @SmallSpoonBrigade
      @SmallSpoonBrigade 3 месяца назад

      It's the combination of how you're being moved as well as the 3d screens that does it. I was grateful that I didn't have anything to eat until after I'd ridden all the rides I wanted to for the day. Motion sickness tablets are worth it.

  • @pngproductions8529
    @pngproductions8529 Год назад +1

    any ada resources you recommend?

  • @heaven4hockeycards
    @heaven4hockeycards Год назад +19

    I prefer losing 1 payday of work during the week vs paying 1-2 days of express pass during the weekend. You can do so much more during the week... 1 day park to park and you do most of the 2 parks.

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад

      Yes!

    • @ImThePronounPolice
      @ImThePronounPolice Год назад +1

      Not on winter or spring break , christmas and summer though

    • @samplautz5586
      @samplautz5586 Год назад

      We’ll ya but that’s a given. If you’re going during those times you know full well how insane it’s going to be

  • @chasecosta8064
    @chasecosta8064 Год назад +2

    I did the early entrance thing because I stayed at a universal hotel and hagrids was a 4 hour wait and we did velocicoaster 2 times in a row and it never went down

  • @nalishamustapha6358
    @nalishamustapha6358 Год назад +3

    Hi, do you have any videos about the rides at universal and their intensity?

  • @pplicker4462
    @pplicker4462 Год назад +12

    Is a 4 day trip- 2 days per park- an adequate amount of time to get the full experience considering the wait times for rides? Because sometimes you wait in line longer than actually riding, though we do have the unlimited express pass, but I'm mainly looking forward to the velocicoaster and the harry potter coasters

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад

      That sounds like a perfect amount of time especially if you have express pass. You will be able to ride each ride multiple times if you would like to

    • @Roflcoptorz
      @Roflcoptorz 10 месяцев назад

      Late reply, but Velocicoaster is now included in Express Pass! If you have not been already that is :D

    • @pplicker4462
      @pplicker4462 10 месяцев назад +1

      @Roflcoptorz went there early June, had a lot of fun 🙂 waiting on Hagrid's Motorbike to be added to express lane

    • @Roflcoptorz
      @Roflcoptorz 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@pplicker4462 I am going there again September 2024 (from UK so cannot go often :( )...fingers crossed it is on it by then!

  • @galanfamily
    @galanfamily Год назад +1

    Random question, what holiday in February 🤔 we're planning a trip 3rd week of February. Before March and all spring break

  • @LChatmanFL
    @LChatmanFL Год назад +8

    So much of a plan depends what kind of vacation are you trying have? My 1st suggestion is don't do Universal in 2 days. I personally believe if this is a bucket list item for you, then 3 days is the minimum, not including check in day. 2 days means you are probably on a bit of a budget & something like express passes will just seem not worth it. If you're bringing kids please budget time for Camp Jurassic and KidsZone(soon to be replaced) and also If I Ran the Zoo. A kid can easily spend an 1 or 2 just splashing & running around. With only 2 days that's a big chunk. Plus try to have a resort day where you do the pools, movie nights or a night out at CityWalk which has a movie theater, clubs, mini golf etc. But if you are Ballin on a budget as the kids say... then take your 2 days stay somewhere for 99 bucks a night and just try to rope drop the 2 or 3 must do rides and squeeze in lunch or dinner. It can be done but you will leave a lot of meat on the bone.

  • @Lina315
    @Lina315 11 месяцев назад +1

    Here's one, yes...try Butterbeer, but don't try it and then ride one of the rides that cause motion sickness. My husband did and then he was sick the rest of the day.

  • @kmb90kb
    @kmb90kb Год назад +1

    How is the crowd levels mid November to end of November for all parks?

  • @nancyvos7736
    @nancyvos7736 Год назад +1

    Is everything open when the park opens early, or is it just a few of the rides (like Disney)?

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад +2

      Just a few rides! At Islands of Adventure: Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Hagrid's, Forbidden Journey and Flight of the Hippogriff. At Universal Studios: Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts and Minion Mayhem

  • @tammycarnevale4765
    @tammycarnevale4765 Месяц назад

    Does the express pass really help? Especially being that everyone at the premier hotels have express pass, doesn't more people have express than those that don't have express?

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Месяц назад

      The express pass really does help skip the lines. Since you can use it on any ride you want at any time, the lines are really spread out.

  • @PlanetJustPlain
    @PlanetJustPlain Год назад +3

    I agree. The Harry Potter ride you’ve spoke about at 6:26 is the only ride I’ve ever felt ill riding. Won’t do that one again on my next visit

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад

      It is not for everyone!

    • @tarbosh917
      @tarbosh917 Год назад +1

      My wife gets motion sickness. Took Dramamine in the morning and never felt even slightly nauseous. That ride does try its best to mess you up though lol.
      I think it's worse the first time since you don't know what to expect, but on subsequent rides you have a better sense of where you're about to move.

    • @SmallSpoonBrigade
      @SmallSpoonBrigade 3 месяца назад

      @@tarbosh917 Yep, shy of getting you tipsy and full and pushing on your belly, I'm not sure how much more it could do to make folks motion sick.

  • @vampitc
    @vampitc Год назад +3

    Do you know if rope drop is less crowds? My family wants to go for july 4th since my brother's birthday is the 3rd. Its a given the park will be busy but do you know when the best time during the day to go is? Thank you in advance

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад

      Yes, using Early Park Admission (which is included in all of our tickets) is the best way to beat the crowds. It allows you into the parks 1 hour before the park opens to get on all the best rides

    • @Lil_Angry_Bitch
      @Lil_Angry_Bitch Год назад

      You need to get to the park an hour before park opening to get the most out of your day. Also I would avoid going on any National Holiday like July 4th, the parks could be packed and may even reach capacity, meaning they will have to close the gates.

    • @agneris
      @agneris 10 месяцев назад

      @@TheParkProdigyis it included in the price?

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  10 месяцев назад

      @@agneris yes!

  • @magik1590
    @magik1590 11 месяцев назад +1

    How is the weather in December to go to universal??

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  11 месяцев назад +1

      It will be really nice! Low 70s

  • @germanleon2775
    @germanleon2775 Год назад +1

    Is most of the ride at Universal are single rider or not. I want to buy express pass but i want to know so i can avoid paying the extra fee

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад

      There are 15 rides that offer single rider lines in both Universal and Islands of Adventure

  • @Leangelokellomjr
    @Leangelokellomjr Год назад +2

    I feel like Universal Orlando should make the welcome sign at the front of city walk a digital sign. Just my opinion.

  • @lscales6131
    @lscales6131 Год назад +2

    Endless summer doesn’t allow pool hoping. Every other one I think does.

  • @Chris-jf8kv
    @Chris-jf8kv 5 месяцев назад

    Is it worth getting express in end of january beginning of febraury during midweek day

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  5 месяцев назад

      Hi Chris, it really all depends on which rides you plan to go on! if you send me an email, I can try to help you more from there mike @ the park prodigy.com

  • @sharnette8485
    @sharnette8485 Год назад +2

    Do you recommend visiting the park in the morning or later in the evening? We will be taking a shuttle bus to the park.

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад +1

      Early morning is great if you have early park admission - even better! this allows you to enter the park 1 hour before it opens if you are staying at a Universal hotel or purchase tickets with The Park Prodigy

  • @rye1181
    @rye1181 Год назад +1

    I don't know why there aren't interactive wand locations in the HP ride queues.....

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад +2

      That’s actually a great point would be a great way to stay entertained 👍🏻

  • @tonogarcia47
    @tonogarcia47 7 месяцев назад +1

    I can’t seem to find the link of the busy month calendar you where talking about

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  7 месяцев назад +1

      Here you go! theparkprodigy.com/crowd-calendar/

    • @tonogarcia47
      @tonogarcia47 7 месяцев назад

      @@TheParkProdigy thank you

  • @Avatarlover08
    @Avatarlover08 Год назад +1

    what are the parks like during the middle of May

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад +1

      They should be lower crowds!

    • @Avatarlover08
      @Avatarlover08 Год назад

      @@TheParkProdigy So low crowds during the week of mothers day? I will be there from 15-19

  • @uncleglenhartley
    @uncleglenhartley 8 месяцев назад +1

    With that being said!👆🏻

  • @daniellealanis3564
    @daniellealanis3564 Год назад

    FYI they no longer let you place a request for EVC rentals

  • @mariteespinosa8168
    @mariteespinosa8168 Год назад +1

    I just spoke to customer service at Universal Studios and you can No longer reserve an electric scooter in advance. They informed that it’s been more than a year and half so 2021 sometime that they stopped doing that.

    • @TheParkProdigy
      @TheParkProdigy  Год назад

      Hi Marite, thanks so much for checking out our video and for the updated tip!

  • @yodaddy9362
    @yodaddy9362 8 месяцев назад +1

    Can you get on a ride more than once without the express pass?

  • @johntaphouse5235
    @johntaphouse5235 11 месяцев назад +1

    shoes an essential not just for long walks, they are for long long long queues and a lot of standing in them, ouch

  • @brianhabing5076
    @brianhabing5076 Год назад +1

    "we would say ... "
    I suggest you just say it and drop the "we would say" before every tip.

  • @rhenddhfbeb5996
    @rhenddhfbeb5996 Год назад +1

    I’m coming mid February and hope there is less people there