An Idiot’s Guide to UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT
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- čas přidán 1. 08. 2024
- This is my updated and hopefully improved introduction to Universal Orlando Resort aimed mainly for beginners, or those in need of a refresh. I’ll be doing a tour of Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, including both Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley Wizarding World of Harry Potter Lands. I’ll also be giving guides on tickets, Universal Express Passes, CityWalk Orlando, Dining, Halloween Horror Nights and all hotel resorts.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - INTRO
00:44 - WHAT IS UNIVERSAL ORLANDO
1:53 - PART 1 - THE PARKS - UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA
2:24 - PRODUCTION CENTRAL
4:04 - NEW YORK
5:48 - SAN FRANCISCO
6:42 - HOLLYWOOD
8:08 - UNCONFIRMED DREAMWORKS LAND
9:13 - SPRINGFIELD HOME OF THE SIMPSONS
10:11 - WORLD EXPO
10:58 - LONDON DIAGON ALLEY
13:56 - HOGSMEADE
16:44 - ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE
17:03 - PORT OF ENTRY
17:34 - LOST CONTINENT
18:39 - SEUSS LANDING
20:20 - MARVEL SUPER HERO ISLAND
22:25 - TOON LAGOON
24:02 - SKULL ISLAND
24:56 - JURASSIC PARK
28:55 - VOLCANO BAY
30:04 - WAVE VILLAGE
30:50 - KRAKATAU VOLCANO
31:04 - RIVER VILLAGE
31:51 - RAINFOREST VILLAGE
33:29 - PART 2 - CITYWALK & DINING
34:02 - TRANSPORTATION TO CITYWALK
34:57 - SHOPPING & ACTIVITIES
35:50 - DINING
38:58 - UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA RESTAURANTS
40:30 - ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE RESTAURANTS
41:50 - DINING RESERVATIONS
42:09 - COKE FREESTYLE CUPS
42:38 - PART 3 - TICKETS & EXPRESS PASS
43:05 - TICKETS
44:23 - EXPRESS PASSES
46:01 - HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS
46:37 - PART 4 - HOTEL RESORTS
47:03 - ENDLESS SUMMER RESORTS
48:26 - CABANA BAY BEACH RESORT
49:08 - AVENTURA HOTEL
49:43 - LOEWS SAPPHIRE FALLS RESORT
50:20 - LOEWS ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT
51:47 - HARD ROCK HOTEL
52:20 - LOEWS PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL
52:53 - OUTRO
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Sources for Epic Universe Updates:
www.themeparx.com/universals-...
/ @themeparkstop
Guide to Virtual Line:
orlandoinformer.com/universal...
Restaurant Reservations:
www.universalorlando.com/web/...
Universal Annual Passes:
www.universalorlando.com/web/...
Guide to Universal Lockers:
orlandoinformer.com/universal...
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UPDATE: Velocicoaster now accepting express pass
NOOOOO
No? You mean YESSIR!!
HOLY HELL, WHAT!?
It is, but there is only an express line up till the lockers. The rest of the line is everyone combined. Which is about a 10 minute wait. We were just there last week. Express for this ride is a game changer.
This is the thing that finally got me to get an express pass for the 1st time finally. Just under 1 month and I will be back home on my baby girl Velocicoaster 💜💜💜
Why does this man not have one million subscribers?!? Videos are so detailed and helpful for this newbie!! Come on, CZcams
Thank you Sarah 😁
Your videos always offer great information and are detailed. I always love your editing but the fact that you literally cover everything from start to finish is incredible.
Thank you for that! Yeah this one was a nightmare to finish!
Really wish I could do something more than just a Thumbs-up and a positive compliment to help out your channel, my friend! You REALLY deserve that breakthrough that’ll bump your channel up to the audience level it deserves! As always, this is very thorough and a fun watch, even though I’ve been to these two parks so many times that these are more of just a nice memorial of past visits more than a planning device…What else can I say other than Thank you for yet another entertaining hour!
The support is much appreciated as always!!!
I’m happy to be small if I can continue to enjoy making the videos. Would be nice to cross 50k though 😁
40:22 Paging Mr Morrow thought it was Nate standing drinking there 😆
Yeah it was definitely him lol
Great work as always - the filming is top notch. By far the most professional guides for Orlando on CZcams - hope the subs keep going up & up!
On a side note I was just expecting this to be a Studios video from the title - this is a guide instead for the whole Universal Orlando Resort...
Thank you that Christopher! Yeah for SEO reasons I put down Universal studios Orlando as the title, whilst incorrect it’s the name most people seem to use.
The quality of this videos is nuts, I am going next week and this saved me the planning and research. Thanks a lot mate!
Very welcome, thanks for watching 😁
I greatly appreciate how you've done this overview. I've been looking for just this kind of information and have watched many videos with this being the first to really cover what I've been looking for. So, thank you!!
I have no idea why you are not 50k subs already! Brilliant content, again! 👍
Thank you Michael! I’m working on it 😁
Just discovered your channel (SUBBED) and I instantly fell in love with your stylish production, cozy music, editing and your narrator-voice :-) So much great info here, for people looking to plan a trip to Universal/Disney. A planning-nerd (like my self) truly appreciates this content. I’m from Denmark and have been to Universal/Disney World twice before, but that’s not the point. I just LOVE seeing video’s like this, and in between getting new tips/info I didn’t know about :-) It’s cozy seeing these vid’s, imagining your self being back there, sometime in the future - which is the plan ;-) Roaming all of the different aspects you cover, it’s top-notch!
Thanks for your work, this is all so great :-)
This is such high quality content. You’ll hit 50k in no time
😁🤞
Far more than I expected from this video tour. Excellent job…THANK YOU! 👏🏽
Very welcome Yvette, thanks for watching 😁
This is the absolute best video I have found to help me with my upcoming vacation to universal for my family of 4. This is our first time so this video is invaluable.
From the restaurants I've been to:
Antojitos - You're just out of the parks with friends and like very high volume, or you're going out to dinner after 2 hours at the hotel pool bar
Big Fire - Cozy, more intimate atmosphere, hearty grilled food (and desserts). Best for dates or small groups
Bubba Gump - You know what you're gonna get, loud families and fried seafood
Cowfish - Great to try at least once for the wacky menu items. Do not be a lightweight
Hard Rock - You can go to a Hard Rock literally anywhere in the country, but this is a pretty large one with a good memorabilia collection. Also if you just _need_ ribs you'll be fine here
Margaritaville - Go if you've never been to one. If you have, try the plane-side seating just outside as a much more chill place
Mythos - Make a reservation to eat here at least once during your trip. Always ask what the specials are because they're one notch above the normal menu items. Get the Potion of the Gods if you're ordering alcohol
Red Oven - You want not-trash pizza outside of the NYC tri-state area
Toothsome - Go for dessert bar and for the RP atmosphere the staff maintain. Super fun and unique. The dinner food is good, but not quite up to the high prices the menu commands. If you can afford the extra $ then you should try that too
These videos are the best. Always look forward to these types of videos as they literally pack everything you need into one video. Keep the content coming mate!
Much appreciated Callum 😁
Honestly I rely on your videos for my Florida planning so much! Thank you
I wish I had this last year when I went. The last time I was at Universal Studios Florida was before Islands of Adventure was built. It was a big shock to me to see how much has changed since then. I can’t wait to go back this Christmas.
Glad you showed up in my feed! I have been to Universal 4 times in the past and going again in 4 weeks. I didnt even know half what your thorough video provided!! Looking forward to the Velocoraptor ride and new additions to HP. Sub'd!!
Thank you Cleo, hope you have the best trip!
Thank you for the video. Im trying to decide on which park.
I did not think of that hack to stay in a value hotel but the spend one night at a premier hotel. Not a bad tip!
Yeah good tip, but they have increased the price of the premier resorts this year so the advantage is reduced a bit.
My wife and I have been a couple times over the past few years and are going back again this summer. My goodness there is so much you mentioned that we had no idea! Thanks!
Glad you found it useful! Hope you have the best trip 😁
You truly have some of the best theme park content. Keep them coming!
Much appreciated Nicole, thank you!
Very nice overview of Universal. Definitely not even close to being as complicated as a trip to Disney, but you did cover some nice tips and reminders. I have watched a lot of theme park content creators over the years but your style is topnotch. I realize that your not local to the area, but I hope you get opportunities to cover other parts of the Orlando area, ie., Sea World, International Drive, etc. Orlando has so much to do in addition to WDW. Very well done and can't wait for your next video!
Thank you Erik! Yeah I’ll be covering a couple non Disney and Universal stuff in the next 6 weeks. Would like to do a big I-Drive video but would probably be next year.
@The Frugal Brit - Orlando looking forward to them!
Another brilliant and informative video. Thanks FB
Great accurate guide for the inexperienced and a great reminder for those familiar with the parks. We'll done, brilliant.
great overview of universal orlando!!!
Another amazingly detailed, excellently narrated video. 👍👍
Much appreciated Scott, thanks for watching!
We loved Finngan's. Great food and reasonable prices, with generous portions.
Indeed! Big fan 😁
Another great video- thanks for jumping straight to the facts without wasting time 😊
I feel both grateful and embarrassed lol. Im not an idiot but I def need help lmao 😂
The fact that you do not have more subscribers is criminal! By far some of the best park videos on CZcams! Happy to subscribe!
Thank you Brett, much appreciated 😁
Amazing, great amount of Information
Can’t wait for Epic Universe. Had to put vacations on hold for my education. Once I’m all done, you bet my wife and I will go back and go all out.
Thanks for the guides, my friend. It helped my wife and me plan the first time we went.
A superb video again. Your indepth knowledge really helps guide people through the parks, what's good, what's not, & the hints & tips are great
I bet you cannot wait for Epic Universe 👍🌍
Thanks for that Lee! Yeah I can't wait, but also can't help but feel like the hype will be impossible to live up to!
Thanks for that Lee! Yeah I can't wait, but also can't help but feel like the hype will be impossible to live up to!
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Great video!! Very useful! Loved the attraction detail!
Thank you Juan, glad you enjoyed it 😁
Thank you for an updated video! :) love all of your content 🎉
Much appreciated. Hope it’s not too long!
@@TheFrugalBrit oh not at all!! I don’t mind long videos! Appreciate the time and effort put into it 😊
Thank you so much for this. Thinking Disney for first Florida experience then universal the next time. 😀👍🙏
That makes sense, thanks for watching 😁
Beautiful work!
Thank you Javier 😁
Great video. Thanks.
Great video! Very detailed 👍
Im heading there in june this year! Very excited for the Wizarding World because im such a big harry potter fan.
Hope you enjoy or have enjoyed Universal and that the Wizarding World was perfect for you 😁
Wow.
I was going to schedule three days at the park for my trip.
I think I will extend it to four thanks to your video.
Hope you enjoy it!
Great overview of all things Universal!
thanks, but who's Rick lol?
Thank you so much for this. Very informative.
Very welcome Justin 😁
dam i love your vids so much. even though i have no plans to go to orlando, i always love your vids so much. keep up the epic, detailed and high quality vids!
Much appreciated Bradley! Thanks for watching!
Love your content mate! I'm obsessed with visiting orlando. Could go every year if I could afford to. I've been 4 times, you seem like someone who'd be awesome to travel with. Literally saving for my next visit, until then london will have to do 😢
Many thanks! Hope you get the chance to revisit soon 😁
I absolutely love it at universal orlando! Such an awesome place!
Really informative and well made video, thanks 👍
Glad you liked it! 😁
Subscribed, this has helped me so much for my trip for 2024!
Thank you! 😁
I plan to go to either here or nearby Disney sometime this year
Thank you for this very thorough video! Also, I love your voice 😊
Much appreciated! Thank you for watching 😁
Another fantastic video, thank you do much
Very welcome, thank you for watching Karen 😁
Excellent organized content.
Thank you Mark 😁
I’ve been there 1,000,000 times, I live in Miami Orlando is just a 3 hour drive away it’s just neat watching these videos
Thanks for watching 😁
Awesome guide for the parks and resort. Great work!
Much appreciated!! Better than Beijing?
@@TheFrugalBrit Haha, Beijing has a long way to go to beat UOR!😁😁
im going back in may all I can say is Velococoaster its Just mind blowing !
Great video! And I agree - Universal Orlando is coming into their own. I love the parks for completely different reasons from other theme parks.
Much appreciated 😁
Thank you!!! 🤩
I moved to about 2 hours north of Orlando around this time last year. After visiting a few DIsney parks and a couple of visits to Universal, I really like the whole Universal experience more overall.
You’re part of a fast growing number of people that feel the same way.
@@TheFrugalBrit I've heard that. I'm not hating on Disney or anything, I just had more fun at the Universal properties.
Can't wait to finally travel to Orlando in 2024! Its been a dream of mine since I was a kid
Amazing, hopefully they’ll have sorted the Minions and Dreamworks sections by then 👍
You’re going to love it! Definitely try and get back there in 2025 for Epic Universe too! I can’t wait forEpic! Good luck to you!
this was awesome
I love your videos! You fit so much in, in such a short time. I’m getting ahead of myself as not planning to go for a couple of years but it’s great to see the detail of the rides as my son hates coasters! Good to see there’s so much more.
Just one thing - you caption looks like it says Dragon alley not Diagon Alley 🫤
Thank you for that Caroline, glad you’ve enjoyed them! I’m very embarrassed about that error 😂🙈, quite annoying people will think it was intention since there’s a dragon there lol.
40:24 lol that is Nate from Paging Mr. Morrow!!
It is indeed! 😁
@@TheFrugalBrit BTW I did not mention this before but such a great and informative video you got there, I have been tons of times to Universal Orlando myself but still watched the entire video and it is one of the best I have seen here, well done!
@@tonysimon8060 thank you Tony, much appreciated 😁
Rixflix spotting at 11:21!!! Did you leave that shot intentionally knowing he was in it? ❤️
No comment 😂
The level of detail you go into here is awesome, the video is so useful for people planning to visit so thank you for putting it together.
This is a really specific and weird observation but the town of your voice rarely ever drops at the end of a sentence and it kinda makes it sound like the entire dialogue from start to finish of the video is one big sentence.
I’m not sure if it’s just down to me being neurodivergent and my specific brain but it makes it kinda hard to take in what you’re saying as it’s hard to tell when one sentence finishes and another one begins.
It’s clear from the comments that people really appreciate the video so again, thank you for making it, just thought I’d highlight this in case it impacts anyone else or just me 😅
I love your videos mate, only love for you
Likewise, thank you!!
Thank you so much for this video! New Sub 🎉
Very welcome, thank you for watching 😁
This has been the most helpful video. Thank you! I’m hoping to go in November this year. Any advice for sola travellers?
It’s great as always to watch one of your videos! Planning our 2024 trip and then on to 2025 for Epic!!!😊
Thank you Jenina! Fingers crossed the park is built in time 🤞
Most definitely!
cannot wait to go to volcano bay this up and coming week end its gonna be hella fun
Great :)! next week we are there some good tips.
Hope you have a great time 👍😁
Just booked a trip for me and my girlfriend for September! We can’t wait! Gonna be a long five months waiting 😂
Really enjoy your videos, informative and calm. Is that Paging Mr. Morrow 40:22?
Thank for your that. Yes that’s him!
Great video 😊
Thanks Liam 😁
I wanted to spend the day in Orlando 😊
liked and commenting for the algorithm! great video
Thank you Michael 😁
Man the resort has changed alot since the last time I was there.
I have always found Universal is the best bang for your buck. Great rides and many low priced places to eat.
The new Jurassic World ride was amazing. I haven’t screamed on a coaster in long time.
I think I order to increase Toon Lagoon’s relevancy, they should reintroduce those cartoons in some sort of streaming show on Netflix. Maybe going back to a 2D style of animation.
Hope you hit 50k subscribers 🤞our family love the videos.
Fingers crossed! Thank you all for watching 😁
Thanks for all your vids! Your Portofino Bay video helped me decide that I will be staying there in December for my 50th. Just wondering though, any opinion on travel agents? Haven't been to Orlando in 15 years, and booking seems a bit overwhelming. Keep up amd the great work!
Thank you Rogelio! No strong feelings on travel agents to be honest. They can be useful, but I generally prefer to do it myself.
@@TheFrugalBrit thanks for the input. It's been 15 years since I've been there, and things have changed so much. Bit overwhelming trying to figure it all out lol But I'll give it a go 😁
What about the informal meetup, is that still happening sometimes, I’m not sure, I don’t think you mentioned it or gave info on that, I think it’s an after hours event you can get tickets and attend after the park closes for regular day guests, I think it’s called Orlando informer, did you mention VIP, I think there’s different V.I.P, or the garage sale they sometimes have or discounted merchandise when an event is over or changing or closed attraction or old merchandise or leftovers or over stock or discontinued, discounts for annual membership, the water boat taxis that take you from the hotel to the park and back
We are planning our first ever trip to Disney with our 4 year old daughter- would love to know which resort you would recommend for us! Thank you!
I think you’re gonna hit 50K subs wayyyy before the end of the year
Liked and subscribed 😘
Thank you 😁
Hi, like everyone else love your videos. It will be our first trip to Orlando this September and we are staying at Rosen Inn International. Have you done any recent videos on how to get to Universal and Disney Parks by foot, bus, taxi etc. Thank you. Terry
Hi Terry, thank you for that! No I haven’t done a that sort of a transportation video, although my guides on universal and Disney World do cover it a little. For the Rosen Inn International, you have free shuttles to Universal, or you can get an Uber to the hard rock hotel. For Disney World from Rosen Inn International, I’d recommend Uber or Lyft.
Great hotel for the price, stayed there a few weeks ago.
@@TheFrugalBrit Thanks for your quick reply. I think I will be exploratory options as like you, we are Frugal Brits too😂. Terry
Sorry exploring all options, flippin autocorect
Your videos are super helpful! They’ve made our life stress free when booking and going to the Disney parks. Do you know if I can purchase 3 days worth of tickets for the 3 parks ? Or do I have to purchase the 7 day ticket from universal to get access to the 3 parks?
Any updates??
I know I’m late commenting but I want to contribute to the algorithm. 79 days until our Universal vacation!😀
Thank you Elaine! I just got back yesterday. Hope you have the best trip 😁😁
Class as always Jay. We are going in May this year as well, never been earlier in the summer so looking forward to seeing what it’s like.
Much appreciated! Yeah I love it in May, it’s busy I’ve learnt that I don’t enjoy it as much when it’s too quiet.
Planing to go to island of adventure and universal studios on Nov 21 and 22 ( thanksgiving week) .
Do you think we can fully enjoy the parks, attractions and shows with unlimited express passes?
Two adults and two kids, 14 and 6 years old.
Thanks
Just gonna wait for epic universe
Can someone explain, is the Harry Potter and the forbidden journey located in islands of adventure or in universal studios Hollywood?
Just discovered your channel and subscribed. I have plan to visit universal studios and island adventures in same day saw express passes on website it show need separate theme park admission as same Disney too shows ticket with separate theme park admission I don’t get it is buying express passes for universal studio allow access to the place can you please clarify and can you please post video about booking tickets for both places thank you for your contents
Love the video your one of the many creators that makes me wanna do universal content as I do but I have a question do you think it’s a good idea to keep making universal and hockey content or should I stick to one ?
I would definitely stick to one personally. Good luck! 😁
@@TheFrugalBrit thanks
Great video as always. We’ve just returned from 10 day trip over half term and spent 4 days across the three parks. Worth nothing that the Universal Cinematic experience light and water show no longer appears to be running. We were told it is being replaced by a new show in the summer. Might be worth confirming?
It’s also worth mentioning somewhere in these videos that rides and attractions do get closed for periods. This may affect your experience depending on when you plan to travel. For example, we were disappointed that most of camp Jurassic and Jurassic River Adventure ride were closed throughout our stay. Hagrid’s closed on Monday for a month.
Thank you Rob. Yeah I was there a couple weeks ago and River Adventure wasn’t open. That’s the main downside to going in the off season. I didn’t know about Cinematic celebration to be honest. Thanks for sharing.
Fantastic video as always.
Only correction would be that Jurassic World VelociCoaster now DOES accept Express Passes. The change was only made within the last few days before this video was posted.
Appreciate that! Unfortunately I couldn’t catch that in time unfortunately, was rumoured but I didn’t think they’d go for it before spring break.
@@TheFrugalBrit No worries, mate. The resort is always updating and adjusting. Which only means we'll need your great video breakdowns for years to come. 😉
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The express pass prices shown at 44:58 are those per day, or is that the price for your entire ticket duration?
Thanks!
Frugal Brit! absolutely love your channel, your channel is extremely helpful. I love it how you review and explains everything with details and straight to the point. I live in Florida,and I love going to Universal Orlando, and Disney. I was actually there last week. And your channel helped me plan my vacation more than ones. Please keep making videos,and your awesome channel keeps growing.
Thank you Ray Tech that’s really. These sorts of comments are very motivating 😁👍
Sorry I just seen that incredibly generous super thanks!!!!!! So sorry, completely missed that. Massively grateful for that!!!!
@@TheFrugalBrit you’re very welcome 😊 , I hope more people will contribute to your amazing channel. So you can keep making videos that are extremely helpful in planning vacations. ❤️❤️❤️
@@reytech1786 amazing, thank you! No plans to quit anytime soon 👍
I’ve heard linking tickets to Universal app for a large group of adults and kids can get mixed up - do you have any experience of that? Currently have paper tickets and express passes
I'm planning a trip for the summer. I have a child that would be 10monh old, do you think he will be able to access those rides?
The express passes *dont* apply to Velocicoaster and Hagrids?