Cora started Theme Park Pro in 2024 to write about the theme parks she visits.
In the US she covers Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, Disneyland California and Universal Studios Hollywood, plus Disneyland Paris in Europe. At home in the UK she covers Alton Towers, Legoland Windsor and Legoland Discovery Centre.
The quickest way to get from Universal Studios Florida to Islands of Adventure is to walk. The two parks sit side by side around the CityWalk hub, and the stroll takes about 10 minutes at an easy pace. If you hold a park-to-park ticket you can also ride the Hogwarts Express between them, which takes…
There is free WiFi across the entire Universal Orlando Resort. That includes every theme park (including Epic Universe), Volcano Bay, CityWalk, and every on-site hotel. This guide covers how to connect to the WiFi, where it works well, the hotel WiFi tier upgrades and how to fix a dropped connection. Methodology: I’ve used Universal Orlando’s…
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is the most illusive ride at Universal Orlando. This is one of just two rides at the Universal Orlando Resort that doesn’t accept an Express Pass and often has wait times of two hours or more. If you’re a fan of the Harry Potter franchise, you will no doubt want…
Florida residents are able to save a significant amount of money on tickets to Universal Orlando. The two biggest promotions running in 2026 include: In this guide I’ll share how Universal Studios Florida Resident Tickets work, who is eligible, and give you a full-breakdown of each promotion and benefit available. Methodology: Prices, tier structures, and…
I’ve been visiting Universal Orlando for over a decade, first as a college student on a budget, and now as a mum travelling with my wife and two kids. So I’ve seen first-hand how differently a Universal Orlando trip can cost. Here’s a rough idea of what to budget: The exact amount you spend on…
Universal Studios Hollywood is one of the most popular theme parks in the world. Despite being a relatively small park (especially compared to Orlando), it still has a lot to offer. However, if you’ve never been to Universal Studios Hollywood before, it can be hard to know what you can see and do —especially if…
Universal Studios Hollywood is home to many different rides and attractions. Some rides are good, and some rides are not so good. But if it’s your first visit, how do you know which is which? As a Universal Studios Hollywood annual passholder I’ve been on all the rides at the theme park several times. So,…
Power-Up Bands are RFID silicone slap bracelets that you can use to interact with different elements at Super Nintendo World. The Power-Up Band connects to your Universal Studios mobile app, keeping track of keys, coins, stamps and other awards you collect. There are six different Power-Up Band designs available: Power-Up Bands cost $42 plus tax;…
Toadstool Cafe is the only restaurant in Super Nintendo World and the best place to eat at Universal Studios Hollywood. The restaurant is highly immersive, and the food is delicious and affordable. However, given its popularity and the format of this restaurant, it’s unlike eating anywhere else in the theme park. Reservations You can not…
As a Universal Studios Hollywood annual passholder, I visit the theme park a lot. So, I figured it was worthwhile sharing my one-day itinerary. After multiple visits, I’ve crafted this perfect one-day itinerary for the theme park covering all the rides and attractions (except for a couple of motion simulator ones that make me super…
There are three different types of Harry Potter costume robe available to purchase at Universal Orlando, all in the four different Hogwarts house colours: All prices exclude the 6.5% Florida sales tax. We bought a Hogwarts Robe on our trip to Universal Orlando in 2022 and have taken it with us on numerous trips since….
Super Nintendo World is the newest land to open at Universal Studios Hollywood. This theme park area, which focuses on the Super Mario franchise, debuted in January 2023. Even if you’re not a huge fan of Super Nintendo, I highly recommend visiting this area of the theme park. The immersiveness and attention to detail are…