Author: Cora Harrison

A trip to Universal Orlando is not cheap. A family of four staying on-site for four days can easily spend $4,000 to $6,000. Some of that spend is fixed, but a lot of it can be trimmed with a bit of planning and preparation. Having been to Universal Orlando several times over the past decade…

The only thing I buy on every single visit to Universal Orlando is a refillable cup, because they are incredible value for money. There are three different cups available and it’s important you know the difference because they work in different places and cost different prices: BEST VALUE IN THE PARKSFreestyle Cup$19.99plus tax, day one…

Universal Orlando is home to plenty of toddler-friendly rides, with 15 gentle attractions across its parks that little kids can actually go on. From Yoshi’s Adventure and the Hogwarts Express to the Seuss Landing classics, there is far more for under-fives than most families expect. Up until about five years ago it seemed like Universal…

Staying on-site at Universal Orlando is worth it for most 2-plus night trips, especially if you’re visiting Epic Universe (Helios Grand’s private hotel entrance is the single biggest perk in the industry) or spending 3+ days in the parks (free Express Unlimited Pass at the three Premier hotels can pay for itself in a single…

You can leave and re-enter the Universal Orlando theme parks as often as you want in a single day in most cases. When you enter one of the Universal Orlando parks for the first time, your photo will be taken as part of Universal’s facial-recognition system, Photo Validation. To re-enter, you’ll need your park ticket…

When budgeting for a trip to Universal Orlando, most people focus on park tickets, flights, and accommodation, but one major expense that often gets overlooked is food. The cost of dining at Universal Orlando Resort can be one of your biggest expenses – but it doesn’t have to be. As a longtime Universal Orlando annual…

Planning a trip to the Universal Orlando Resort can feel overwhelming. There’s so much to think about and do before you even arrive. Plus, there are so many things unique to a Universal Orlando vacation. But after several trips, I’ve developed a tried-and-tested planning routine that works every time. In this article, I’ll walk you…

Some rides at Universal Orlando can make you vomit even if you’re not prone to being sick on rides. That’s because several rides at Universal Orlando are based on motion simulators. This ‘fake’ movement causes our brains to go into overdrive and can make you either physically or feel very sick. But why does Universal…

Super Nintendo World in Orlando is located inside the new Epic Universe theme park at the Universal Orlando Resort. This land opened with the theme park on the 22nd May 2025 and is one of the most detailed and immersive lands Universal has ever built. The land itself is split into two areas: Across the…

You can upgrade your Universal Orlando ticket both before and during your trip. The different upgrades you may want to add include a visit to Epic Universe or Volcano Bay, park-to-park access, additional days, or an annual pass. You can upgrade Universal Orlando tickets before your trip by calling 407-224-4233. If you want to upgrade…

There are 18 rides at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, but which one is best? I’ve visited the Islands of Adventure theme park more than 20 times in the past decade, both solo, as a couple, with young kids and with elderly parents. As such I know which rides at the park are best and why….

There are 41 Universal Orlando rides across the three theme parks. Universal Studios Florida has 12, Islands of Adventure has 18, and Epic Universe has 11. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit and Fast and Furious Supercharged have both closed since 2025, and Epic Universe opened in May that year with eleven rides. Every ride below has…