notatallmagic
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Oct 21, 2014
Great advice here! Former Disney AP; now Universal AP's - the key difference is SO much easier and more relaxed!
Yes, Express Pass (staying at a Uni Deluxe) is awesome! Everything is walkable, so no need to use transportation (although I love the boats) if you don't want to. I love the in-resort coffee and breakfast options - usually very low lines and a nice start to the day. I also love the proximity if you want to return to your resort mid-day.
Contrary to our Disney planning rituals, we just show up at early entry at Universal (yes, you'll likely want to get one AP; perks are awesome, especially hotel discounts which are already out for December - not sure about January) and ride Hagrids. A good zipped fanny pack is awesome if you need a bag. Study a map and make a loose plan, but with Express Pass you can EASILY do everything in two days, with multiple rides on your favorites. Hagrids is by far one of the coolest rides ever. The immersion of the Harry Potter areas is A++.
Dining - pre-reserving is super easy. We love Toothsome and Mythos. There is also a crepe stand in the newer park that is so, so awesome. We go there every day and have tried every flavor. Again, the pace and ability to relax and not be running from dawn to dusk has been my favorite part. I've also found Cast Member quality to be excellent. Enjoy!!
Yes, Express Pass (staying at a Uni Deluxe) is awesome! Everything is walkable, so no need to use transportation (although I love the boats) if you don't want to. I love the in-resort coffee and breakfast options - usually very low lines and a nice start to the day. I also love the proximity if you want to return to your resort mid-day.
Contrary to our Disney planning rituals, we just show up at early entry at Universal (yes, you'll likely want to get one AP; perks are awesome, especially hotel discounts which are already out for December - not sure about January) and ride Hagrids. A good zipped fanny pack is awesome if you need a bag. Study a map and make a loose plan, but with Express Pass you can EASILY do everything in two days, with multiple rides on your favorites. Hagrids is by far one of the coolest rides ever. The immersion of the Harry Potter areas is A++.
Dining - pre-reserving is super easy. We love Toothsome and Mythos. There is also a crepe stand in the newer park that is so, so awesome. We go there every day and have tried every flavor. Again, the pace and ability to relax and not be running from dawn to dusk has been my favorite part. I've also found Cast Member quality to be excellent. Enjoy!!