Halloween Horror Nights Orlando Review + Guide [2024]

This year I finally got to visit one of theme park fandom’s premier holiday events—Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort. In this post, I’ll provide some information about the event, as well as detailing my experience and what I thought of this popular Halloween event. Read on to learn all about Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort!

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Universal Orlando Trip Planning Guide (2024)

If you’re planning a trip to Universal Orlando Resort, you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, we cover everything from flights to hotels to riding all the best rides. Buckle up and get ready for some excitement—it’s time to plan a trip to Universal Orlando!

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How Much Does a Trip to Universal Orlando Cost? [2024]

In this post we answer an important question for your trip to Universal Orlando: How much does a trip to Universal Orlando cost? I’m going to start with what I’ll call the “Baseline Universal Vacation.” That’s the vacation I would go ahead and tell a first-timer to book without knowing anything about how the finances look. Then I’ll go ahead and talk about ways to increase and decrease your budget to fit your situation.

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Guide to Early Park Admission at Universal Orlando [Both Parks]

Early Park Admission is a perk available to Universal hotel guests (and certain other guests) that gets them access to a limited selection of rides at at least one of Universal Orlando’s parks—Universal Studios Florida or Universal’s Islands of Adventure—every day. In this post, we discuss who gets access to Early Park Admission, what is included in the extra hour, and how it can impact your day whether you have it or not.

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Universal's Islands of Adventure Rides Guide + Best Rides

This post includes a guide to all the rides at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, one of two parks at Universal Orlando Resort. It also includes a personal ranking of the best rides at the park and our tips for fitting each ride into your day. Read on to learn all about your ride options at Universal’s Islands of Adventure!

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Disney World vs. Universal - Which is better?

In this post we’re going to explain some similarities and differences between two great theme park resorts in Florida—Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. Then I’ll dive into the big questions—Which is better, Universal or Walt Disney World? And yes, I (mostly) give an answer. Read on to learn all about how to decide between these two great destinations!

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