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Universal Parks

Here you’ll find theme park guides, planning tips, hotel reviews and more helpful information about Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. Podcast episodes and guides to resort hotels, Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

We love visiting Universal Orlando and do it whenever we have the chance. If you have questions around planning a trip to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure in Florida, we can help. Being annual pass holders has given us lots of experience across the parks, visiting with kids and without.

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Universal’s Terra Luna Resort – the New Budget-friendly Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort

The new Terra Luna Resort at Universal Orlando is a great budget hotel option RIGHT NEXT TO EPIC UNIVERSE. That's right! you can actually save money AND be epically close to the new theme park (open May 2025).
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Staying at Sapphire Falls Resort – Our Second Favorite Universal Orlando Hotel

Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando is a great mid-tier option for staying on property. With an awesome pool, boat service into Universal CityWalk and more, it's our #2 pick for Universal. Do you know what our #1 pick is?
Universal Orlando podcast episodes are so helpful in planning and prepping for a fun trip to some incredible theme parks. From hotel talk to time saving tips, these podcasts have them all.
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US Universal Parks

Universal Orlando Resort Podcast Episodes – Tips and Tricks for Planning

Universal Orlando podcast episodes are so helpful in planning and prepping for a fun trip to some incredible theme parks. From hotel talk to time saving tips, these podcasts have them all.
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Universal Orlando Spring Break Plan: Everything You Need to Know (and TIPS!)

Planning a Universal Orlando spring break trip is a great idea and it isn't as crazy as it sounds. From tips for where to stay on a budget to how to make the most of your time, this guide to Universal Orlando Resort during busy season is everything you need!
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Making the Most of Two Days at Universal Orlando Resort

While we could easily spend a week at the Universal Orlando Resort, most families are only going to get a few days to explore and enjoy the parks. We brainstormed…
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Should You Choose Disney World or Universal Orlando for a Family Vacation?

Not sure if you should choose Disney World or Universal Orlando? Thrill rides, family friendly options, dining, and overall costs broken down to help decide between Disney and Universal.
Since Orlando theme parks are open, is Disney World or Universal handling COVID-19 pandemic precautions better? Side by side comparison of health and safety measures between Universal Orlando and Disney World.
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UPDATE – Should You Pick Disney World or Universal Orlando During COVID-19 Pandemic?

Since Orlando theme parks are open, is Disney World or Universal handling COVID-19 pandemic precautions better? Side by side comparison of health and safety measures between Universal Orlando and Disney World.
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Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US Universal Parks

Staying at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort: Vintage Vibes and All Fun

Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort has been our favorite for years. Providing both the best value and the most fun, Cabana Bay is our top pick at Universal Orlando Resort. See why!
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Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US Universal Parks

UPDATE: COVID & Universal Orlando: Stay Protected, Big Fun with Fewer People

After visiting Disney World during COVID-19 and seeing how amazingly they handled things, from sanitation to social distancing, we decided to see how well Universal Orlando Resort did. Truth be…
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Relaxing around Universal Orlando Resort

Hooray! We get to be a part of the Universal Orlando Resort Blog Squad! This is going to be a crazy and fun experience. What does this mean? It means…
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Posted inFlorida Travel Parenting Southeastern US

Staying fit at Universal Orlando Resort: easy ways to make healthy choices

I always think about the sweets and decadent food choices when we start talking about out next vacation, and particularly when we know we’re heading back to Universal Orlando Resort.…
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Universal Orlando with Small Kids: how to make sure everyone has a blast

We’ve been really fortunate to get to partner with the Universal Orlando Resort this year. With so many fun trips to Orlando, it's given us loads of insight into how…

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