Universal Studios Florida

Pros: Amazing special effects, a truly thrilling ride
Cons: Wild and jerky, may cause fright or motion sickness

A triumph in the field of thrill-ride technology, Back To The Future The Ride, is the crowning jewel of the Universal Studios theme park in Orlando, Florida.

Based on the movie series by the same name, this ride takes you back to Hill Valley....

Pros: Fun, lots to do, planning let's you do more with less time in line
Cons: If you don't plan, you might have to suffer crowds and heat!

How to Have a Great Time

Here are the tips my husband and I followed this week that ensured us a fun and successful visit to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure.

Hate to Stand in Line?

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Pros: great attactions and atmsophere
Cons: none

If you are planning on going to Universal Studios, let me suggest the month of October.

We went a few years ago and we decided to go in October. What a great decision that was! Not only was the parks not crowded, but they have alot of extras...

Pros: Lots of cool rides and shows
Cons: No real thrill rides

After attending Halloween Horror Nights in 2000 I knew two things. 1) It wasn't all that scary and 2) I wanted to see Universal in the daytime.

Well thanks to a $99 special (which included a two day pass to Universal and Islands of Adventure...

Pros: Great fun
Cons: Long lines, hot sun, tired feet

If you're visiting Orlando, Florida, you simply MUST visit Universal Studios. Fun and more fun at your own pace. We thoroughly enjoyed the variety of attractions at Universal. There is something for everyone, small children, older children, teens, and...

Pros: Realistic movie sets, fun rides
Cons: Long lines are common

I visited Universal Studios in Orlando for the second time this past weekend. The park is better than ever, but at the same time I was a bit disappointed. The reason for the disappointment was that my two favorite rides there-Kongfrontation (King Kong...

Pros: variety of entertainment
Cons: expensive, and not for kids

A couple of friends and I decided to check out the Night life at City Walk, Universal Studios in Orlando, last month. I had never been there, and was interested to see what it was all about.

When you enter City Walk, you get a flyer, telling...

Pros: Hulk roller coaster
Cons: May not be enough time to do everything

In years past, Universal Studios was seen as a secondary attraction in Orlando, playing second fiddle to the Walt Disney World giant. (True, it's hard to compete with a force such as Disney, which has four main parks and many secondary attractions.)
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Pros: Halloween Horror Nights, great shows for all
Cons: If you are looking for big thrills, such as coasters, this isn't that kind of park. Rides are more timid

One of my favorite places to visit, my family and I are on our second year of annual passes. We go all the time to this great park, and I especially love it for the things for my 2 year old daughter, whic is virtually everything.

As we get to...

Pros: Smoke free, Fun for all ages, easy parking
Cons: You have to pay to get in

Universal Studios Florida is the heart of movie magic! This park has something for every member of the family to enjoy!

Let me start by listing the things that some people may find to be down sides to the park.

1) Pay up - That's...

Pros: Some "okay" rides
Cons: Out of date; doesn't measure up to Disney; Dirty; Long Lines; Confused Staff (Cast)

Universal really let me down this time. I had been there 5 years ago and was looking forward to taking my new Wife there for part of our Honeymoon. We visited MGM first, and saved Universal for last. Things that seemed so amazing last time, really seemed...

Pros: something for everyone, great fun, creative attractions and displays
Cons: ticket prices, long lines during busy seasons, no rainy day options

Finally! An amusement park designed to give Disney some real competition! Both Universal Studios park and its new sister park Islands of Adventure are filled with creativity and fun for kids of all ages. Each park provides a full day of entertainment...

Pros: Many different attractions
Cons: need two days

Universal Escape is a wonderful getaway for the entire family. The addition of the new park during the last year has made it even more exciting and entertaining. The rides and attractions are geared toward many different ages and likes.

My...

Pros: Great theme parks, restaurants, hotels, and more!
Cons: none..

Universal Studios Escape, which includes 2 amazing theme parks, great night clubs, the biggest Hard Rock Cafe in the world, and the five-star Portofino Bay Hotel, is the ultimate vacation spot. The two major attractions of Universal Studios Escape are...

Pros: A+++++++++ Adventure
Cons: Too far away!!!

I admit, I am not a huge fan of Florida.
There are no mountains, no movie stars
and the humidity just about kills me.
Being a California native, If I have to
chose a sunny spot I'd much rather stay
at home in Los Angeles and...