This is by far the best guide for newbies to Universal I have ever seen. I have never been there, but have been doing some planning for a possible future trip. I watched alot of videos and none of them were as good as this. Thank you!
You need to go!! Everything is right there on International Drive. If you ever go to Volcano bay..they have a relaxing space you can go to relax plus a couple sit in places to eat. Cabana Bay is right there next to the volcano, with its own separate entrance to the Volcano Bay. We did this. I warn you don't do the water slide roller coaster.. lol. Too many drops for me...big drops too. You have to rode the hulk once. It's intimidating but fun once yiur on. Hagrid was fun too. It looked slow but man! What a ride.
My best tip: Don't go to Universal Orlando without getting tickets that let's you into Volcano Bay. It's the best waterpark I've ever been to. Amazing place.
@@LentilSoupChilean Trip Advisor is just salty because the previous park was closed. I'm tired of the fake reviews by fans of Wet 'n' Wild. Travel sites need to stop accepting reviews of the park after a certain date, specifically when Volcano Bay opened because I see a lot of reviews posted around that date and they offer NOTHING informative. The "review" is the same: "I hate Volcano Bay. Wet 'n' wild so much better, blah blah blah." NONE of the reviews specified what they were upset about or even reviewed any of the attractions. It was just hate disguised as a "review."
I just came across your channel and I have to tell you, I LOVE YOUR EDITING! I’ve been dying to find a channel that talks about Universal Studios the way DFB talks about Disney and this is absolutely perfect! thank you so much!
I live 30 minutes away and have been through the parks plenty of times. Love these parks and you have done them justice! Still haven't been to Volcano Bay though! Definitely have to check it out soon
My best tips for Universal Orlando: *(SIDE NOTE: This is pretty expensive but worth it!)* Purchase a room at one of the Universal Orlando resorts. (I recommend cabana bay for those who can afford it). Purchasing a room owned by Universal property will allow you to get early access to the parks at least an hour earlier than others who do not stay at one of their hotels. If you’re going to a new ride, make sure to purchase a ticket and a room as soon as possible! Last, make sure to eat and go to the bathroom before entering the park, because the queue for the rides can get massive very quickly. I hope this helped. Let me know if you have questions!
I did this last year and yes, it's worth it. I stayed at Cabana Bay. PS: parents - if your kids are worried about whether they can swim in winter season, all of Universal's hotels have HEATED swimming pools. Just remember to grab a towel from the onsite racks before they jump out of the pool. Orlando gets pretty windy in the winter.
@@carolynb8969 I’m actually going in the middle of April- and I’m a huge Harry Potter nerd so I’ve wanted to go since the wizarding world opened. I was gonna go last year but well corona happened 😭 I’m super happy I get to go now
Thanks so much for your hard work in pulling this all together! Really valued the different sections break down, particularly as a new but keen bean for just the harry potter stuff, explaining how the two theme parks work together's helpful! Thank you!
Good thing you stumbled across his video. I've watched five or six different channels and Frugal Brit is definitely one of the best "tour guides" when it comes to explaining Universal Orlando to newbies or people who haven't been there in 20 years (like me!).
Really thorough and entertaining, as always! This has always been one of my favorite places to visit, and we’ve been there probably ten times since our first visit in 1991 (as Southern Californians, we haven’t been able to make it out to the Florida parks as often as we might have liked these last three decades, but, then again, we also have their Californian counterparts, so we get the best of both worlds, I guess). Thanks again, my friend, for this! This brought a big smile when I saw it listed on my UA-cam feed.
Thank you for that, really pleased you’ve enjoyed it. I have extremely fond memories of this place. It’s just a shame they don’t have those old attractions anymore.
I loved going to Universal when I was a kid, mainly for Nickelodeon studios, Back To The Future, Terminator, and of course Indiana Jones! I cannot wait to go back here someday!
This is the most in depth guide on Universal Orlando on youtube! Personally, I live close so I wouldn't need this, but I'm definitely sending this to friends!
This is hands down the best video that a newbie like me has watched. You really helped me get the lay of the land. Not too much info, too much opinion etc. Great facts and delightful accent of course. You are a natural!
Pro-tip if you’re planning on going to for parking hopping for more than one day, you should buy an annual pass. The cheapest is around 300 and comes with some discounts.
The velocicoaster has literally become my favorite coaster ever. The had it open early before it’s grand opening while I was there and I got to ride it 2 different times on different days we were there. Something interesting is there is no express line. Only general and a single riders line. Unfortunately because of this you’ll find parties of 10 in the single rider line, which as an avid user of the single rider line because I am the only one in my family that rides coasters, I am less than thrilled at that. It is a very thrilling experience however, the wait goes by pretty fast and the videos and stuff in the wait line are actually kind of entertaining, but short so they get kind of repetitive as they repeat over and over. As someone who had never been to a water park before, Volcano Bay was amazing!
last went here in 2015 when i was around 8 so didn’t get to experience it much cause obviously i couldn’t go on the rides, we are going this august and i’m so excited! loved the tour of it all very well explained and detailed
I’m so excited, I’m going next week with my family and they say that I get more excited for universal than most people do for Christmas. The week before is always the hardest for me because the days seem to go by so slow but the wait is definitely worth it considering it’s Universal Studios Orlando!
Was meant to be going last year and had to rearrange till next year now. Your videos have gave me and my family so much information and kept us excited to go.
Sorry to hear that, lots of people in the same boat. Glad you’ve been enjoying the content, I had hoped this latest video would give people something to look forward to when we’re out of all this. Things definitely getting better. Thanks for watching 👍😁
This is a great video. I'm taking my son here early May for his 9th birthday. It's our first vacation and we are so excited. I was lucky enough to visit Universal back in 96' and got to ride some of the original rides like Jaws and terminator. Can't wait.
Love the detailed video. I have been to Universal Studios a couple of times, but never visited the themes park. I didn't realize there was so much to do. Trip planned thanks to the video.
Excellent video. Almost feels as though I am walking through city walk to get to the parks watching the video ☺️. Lots of brilliant information but not confusing or overwhelming. Thanks for sharing it with us. Hope we can all enjoy the Florida Sunshine soon. 🌞😁🏰🎢
This was so helpful thank you! My husband and I are looking to go on honeymoon and we were going to go to Disney World again but since they have scrapped the Fastpass system I'm looking into Universal Orlando Resort. Thanks so much for making this easy to understand and for also relating it to WDW terminology! Excellent vid!
You’re very welcome, thanks for watching! Yes very disappointing about fastpass+ 😞 I’m working on a video about Genie+ at the moment, hopefully have that ready within a week.
This was so well done! You got another subscriber!!! I will be watching all your park information vids for sure! Thank you, well done, and the accent is THE BEST PART!!!!
Last time I went to universal, they were re-tracking hulk and everything, and half of the ride we have now weren’t even open but I’m hopefully going back this summer after I think over 6 years! So I’m excited and this video helped a lot thanks
Fantastic video, been to Universal dozens of times now but still found this entertaining and helpful. The production of it was also fantastic. Keep them coming FB, this is as close to Florida as we can get at the moment unfortunately. Jamie from Southampton UK
As of 1/7/22 Mummy in under refurbishment until the end of summer. Wanted everyone to know before they plan for it. Also, Poseidon is down for Refurbishment as well. No finish time yet. It'd be a disheartening to go and find out the attractions are down. Velocicoaster is AMAZING and worth riding!
Lucky. Universal does have seasonal passes for frequent visitors. Also, if you arrive late in the afternoon, you don't have to pay for parking to get into City Walk. I forgot the time cutoff. Best to ask employees at any of the restaurants and shops there.
I'm going in the middle of June and I am terrified of what the crowds will be like. Especially since there is a good chance velocicoaster will be newly opened by then.
Going to Universal Orlando for the first time ever in four months and your videos are great stress relievers, and also provide lots of helpful information for newcomers like me. Keep up the good work man!!!
We are going in feb 22 for 6 days with 8people(6 adults and 2 kids 8,3) Staying at portofino bay Doing it right with park passes and wondered if there was something I should be focusing on since I am the planner.(hotel w balcony, food plan, etc.) My wife and I have watched your video 3 times already. Cannot wait to treat the family to his memorable vacation☺
Again a great insight into orlando, but for me One of the best videos to date, great video frugal, shared it to many, 84 days till ours, can’t see it happening, but great video Thankyou. 🇺🇸🏴
Your channel and this video is so helpful! Finally booked to go for the first time next year after years of saving and your channel is a life saver 😊 thank you!!
Heh I've never been there, but looks really cool!! (Also despite me never having gone there, me and my family are trying to plan to go for my 16th birthday!! So, I mean... probably got a few years till we might be able to go but it looks super cool!)
This really helped understand USO a lot. I am planning a long Disney trip and have always wanted to go to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Was able to make a day in my itinerary to go, but have no context of the park whatsoever. Really made it easy to understand.
So, when did you go? Was it just Universal or Islands of Adventure? One thing that might throw a wrench in future trips: Epic Universe is already under construction. It is the BIGGEST theme park expansion in Florida in the last 10 years and will include a THIRD Harry Potter park although nobody knows what world of the HP films it will be from.
This was so helpful! Planning a cousins’ trip for next January. It has to be an extended weekend trip in order for everyone to go so we definitely want to get the express passes to skip the weekend crowds. Not sure if we should stay in at endless summer and get 2- 2bdr suites and buy the express passes separately or stay in a preferred hotel with express passes included. There are 12 of us so the prices for rooms are adding up quickly we usually have to buy 2 or 3 rooms. Any advice is appreciated!
Hmmm, I suspect that it will come out considerably cheaper to book a value resort and separate express passes, but I’d try quotes for both and see whether or not there’s much difference. If they’re close in price, I’d go with preferred. Hope you have a great trip!
Cabana Bay offers rooms big enough to sleep up 6 people. When walking in, there is a living room with sliding partition. This offers privacy for the people using the hideaway bed in the couch. The main bedroom has two beds and a dresser that has drawers facing both directions so the people sleeping in the living room can use it. Very clever use of space, especially the bathrooms. They are actually in three parts: the sink is in the middle. There is a separate door on the left to the toilet. the right goes to a SECOND mini bathroom with sink, toilet and shower. This layout is best for large groups as one can use the sink to brush her teeth while the other uses the shower and a third uses the toilet. Also, it has a mini fridge, coffee maker and small kitchen. A bus trip to Universal takes less than 5 minutes and then, after clearing security, it's a 3-4 minute stroll through CItyWalk.
One of the best videos on universal that I’ve seen! The editing is amazing. You’ve earned a new subscriber! Looking forward to watching your other vlogs on universal and Disney world
@@dane4073 Thank you Sephiroth. I am planing to visit the parks in different dates. Lets hope they open international flights before August otherwise ill have to cancel all my reservations :(.
So happy to see you're back. I literally just thought of this channel yesterday (I have an upcoming trip to Universal) and realized you probably couldn't travel to the US right now due to covid. I am doing exactly what you mentioned in this vid - I have one day at Hard Rock that includes a weekend day for my Express Pass, and then the rest of the week at Dockside. Both will be first time stays for me (I will likely never stay at Hard Rock again - I've never paid that much for a room in my life and I'm normally very cheap when it comes to hotels). Anyway, glad you are back. Great vid! Even as a regular to Universal it was enjoyable to see all the areas and raise the hype-level for the upcoming trip (with full adherence to CDC guidelines, fully vaccinated, and testing before and after trip, of course).
Thank you for this! We're making plans for next year and the official park sites aren't as clear as your overview. Because of you I'm sure we'll have a much better time. I appreciate you!
I work at Universal here are a few tips when going to the park. 1.Take water 2.Go early 3.Take a picture of the low number in the garage. 4.No weapons allowed through security 5.Comfortable shoes 6.Bring umbrella
Love the Universal Orlando Resort UA-cam review! I have a question and comment for you: Are backpacks allowed now within the three parks? If not, what do you suggest to effectively bring in some items (SPF lotion, hat, H2O, etc.)? Also, I suggest purchasing a lanyard holder for your ticket and a waterproof mobile phone holder for the pics you know you are going to take.
Hi Robert, thanks for that 😁 Yeah backpacks allowed but only medium sized backpacks will fit in the free lockers that you need to use for the fast rides. The larger lockers cost a couple dollars. If you can fit your stuff in a three pronged fanny pack, I’d recommend those 👍 instead of a backpack to avoid lockers. Thanks for the kind words and the tip 😁👍
I am fortunate enough to work at a place that gives me a Universal Studios Complimentary Ticket which includes Universal and Islands of Adventure. I was thinking in one day riding the Mummy ride then checking out the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and its rides. Then taking the train to Islands of Adventure and checking out Kong and Jurassic Park with the new coaster. So hopefully I'm able to do all those attractions in one day
I can't confirm this as I haven't been back to the parks yet but I heard from RickFlix that the parks will serve hot butterbeer all year. No more winter season restrictions. If this is true, I'll be chugging more of that. I can see the online posts: Disney brags about its blue milk while Potter fans whisper "Hold my butterbeer..." If in Jurassic Park, I recommend having lunch in the top floor of the visitors center. The food there is pretty good. Frugal Brit, two things you may have forgotten. Parents, if you accidentally forgot to add park-to-park access to your ticket, go to Kings Cross Station and you can buy it separately if your kids want to ride the Hogwarts Express. I believe it can also be done if you are going the other way too (Hogsmeade to Kings Cross). Fun fact: if you're amazed by the authenticity of the red phone booths outside, they ARE the real thing, not stage props. They were imported directly from London. Also, City Walk is open to the general public. The gates are past the back of City Walk so you can dine or shop there any time. One caveat: the short term parking fees are removed after around 6 (you can call Universal's customer service line (407-363-8000) to find out what time the parking fees are removed. Early entry is a MUST if your kids want a picture in front of Hogwarts. The bridge in front of the castle is one of the most crowded areas of the park. Seriously consider a VERY early dinner in Diagon Alley if you plan to stay past 5 or 6 pm. Even in the winter season (late November to end of January) the season pass holders and local residents FLOOD into Diagon Alley. I went in January and was shocked by how crowded it got.
Thank you for this video. I plan on getting my family tickets to go. This was super informative! Everything else I've come across has not been this good.
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@@TheFrugalBrit I was looking for the above question as well! Another question, I want the FULL hogwarts experience but don’t really want to pay for the “park to park” ticket. Is this something I can walk up and see/take pictures of without the park to park? Or are the lines long and not really able to do this? Thanks for this thorough video!
I’m super excited I’m going with my cousins for my birthday I have never been to something like this and never dreamed of it all my childhood dreams are coming true
This is by far the best guide for newbies to Universal I have ever seen. I have never been there, but have been doing some planning for a possible future trip. I watched alot of videos and none of them were as good as this. Thank you!
Thank you Michael, I’m glad you found it useful 👍 hope you have an awesome trip. I’ll hopefully be doing a Universal tips video in the coming months.
I agree. Really well made video. It’s made everything seem a lot clearer!
You need to go!! Everything is right there on International Drive. If you ever go to Volcano bay..they have a relaxing space you can go to relax plus a couple sit in places to eat. Cabana Bay is right there next to the volcano, with its own separate entrance to the Volcano Bay. We did this. I warn you don't do the water slide roller coaster.. lol. Too many drops for me...big drops too. You have to rode the hulk once. It's intimidating but fun once yiur on. Hagrid was fun too. It looked slow but man! What a ride.
This video has helped me
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My best tip: Don't go to Universal Orlando without getting tickets that let's you into Volcano Bay. It's the best waterpark I've ever been to. Amazing place.
Yeah, don't be fooled by trip advisor, it's good
Thank you for sharing 👍😁
@@LentilSoupChilean Trip Advisor is just salty because the previous park was closed. I'm tired of the fake reviews by fans of Wet 'n' Wild. Travel sites need to stop accepting reviews of the park after a certain date, specifically when Volcano Bay opened because I see a lot of reviews posted around that date and they offer NOTHING informative. The "review" is the same: "I hate Volcano Bay. Wet 'n' wild so much better, blah blah blah." NONE of the reviews specified what they were upset about or even reviewed any of the attractions. It was just hate disguised as a "review."
Wet N Wild?
@@goodoldfashionedangel I love Volcano Bay but I'm so mad that they had to close Wet N Wild for that ;/
Genuinely one of my favourite Florida based channels on UA-cam, you can tell the amount of effort he puts into is channel!
Thank you Blaine, really appreciate that! 👍😁
Well done Mr. Brit 🙌🏾
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I just came across your channel and I have to tell you, I LOVE YOUR EDITING! I’ve been dying to find a channel that talks about Universal Studios the way DFB talks about Disney and this is absolutely perfect! thank you so much!
Thank you for that 👍😁
Yeah I got the idea for doing the channel when listening to DFB, big influence. Thanks for watching!
I agree! The vlog style of others only goes so far before it feels like a waste of time
@@melissab0515 yes 100%! I love vlogs but they take way to long to get to the point!
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I was watching DFB & searched to try to find something for universal. I’m so excited 🤣
The best overview of Universal on UA-cam. Well done!
Thank you, cool channel by the way!
@@TheFrugalBrit lol universal is a 15 minute drive for me
@@gferno8673 jealous!
@@TheFrugalBrit yeah i guess i am kinda lucky lol
im so excited im going next week with my family been stuck in quarantine for a year so ready to get out :D
Hope you have an awesome time, thanks for watching! 👍😁
Be careful, double mask 😷👍🏻
Me too I just arrived yesterday
was it fun😀
Hey it’s been three weeks , was it cool?
I live 30 minutes away and have been through the parks plenty of times. Love these parks and you have done them justice! Still haven't been to Volcano Bay though! Definitely have to check it out soon
Thank you, always appreciate a local’s perspective 👍😁
The history section took me back to my first trip to Universal. I miss the old rides. The new ones are all screens and no animatronics.
I’m so nostalgic for early to mid 90s Orlando!
you must not have been to the parks recently. the past 3/4 newest rides have very little to no screens at all
@@michaelbivins5996 except for the Fast and Furious travesty of course which is only screens
Disney is doing the same thing. I love how Disney fans are bashing Universal about this when rides like Soarin' are made the same way! LMAO...
I miss Back to the Future!!!
My best tips for Universal Orlando:
*(SIDE NOTE: This is pretty expensive but worth it!)*
Purchase a room at one of the Universal Orlando resorts. (I recommend cabana bay for those who can afford it). Purchasing a room owned by Universal property will allow you to get early access to the parks at least an hour earlier than others who do not stay at one of their hotels. If you’re going to a new ride, make sure to purchase a ticket and a room as soon as possible! Last, make sure to eat and go to the bathroom before entering the park, because the queue for the rides can get massive very quickly. I hope this helped. Let me know if you have questions!
Good tips, thank you Jonathan! 👍😁
@@TheFrugalBrit thank you so much! I really hope I can help people and your video too ❤️
I did this last year and yes, it's worth it. I stayed at Cabana Bay. PS: parents - if your kids are worried about whether they can swim in winter season, all of Universal's hotels have HEATED swimming pools. Just remember to grab a towel from the onsite racks before they jump out of the pool. Orlando gets pretty windy in the winter.
@@largol33t1 thank you for the beautiful tip! Congrats on having an amazing trip there! :)
Is endless summer nice? Staying there in June
Im going by myself for my birthday I've been wanting to go since I was a teenager 😂😂
Hope you have an awesome trip 👍😁
Single rider all day long ;-)
Awww me too. That’s so funny, have fun!
@@tinabellawatch let go together 🙈
I’ll go ✋🏼
I’m going to universal soon! In April and I can’t wait to go there so much fun!
Hope you have an awesome time! Things looking up.
I went last year. I wish I had enough vacation time at work to go back...
When in April are you going, early or late April? I am going early April
@@carolynb8969 I’m actually going in the middle of April- and I’m a huge Harry Potter nerd so I’ve wanted to go since the wizarding world opened. I was gonna go last year but well corona happened 😭 I’m super happy I get to go now
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Thanks so much for your hard work in pulling this all together! Really valued the different sections break down, particularly as a new but keen bean for just the harry potter stuff, explaining how the two theme parks work together's helpful! Thank you!
You’re very welcome, thank you for the kind comment 👍😁
Good thing you stumbled across his video. I've watched five or six different channels and Frugal Brit is definitely one of the best "tour guides" when it comes to explaining Universal Orlando to newbies or people who haven't been there in 20 years (like me!).
Really thorough and entertaining, as always! This has always been one of my favorite places to visit, and we’ve been there probably ten times since our first visit in 1991 (as Southern Californians, we haven’t been able to make it out to the Florida parks as often as we might have liked these last three decades, but, then again, we also have their Californian counterparts, so we get the best of both worlds, I guess). Thanks again, my friend, for this! This brought a big smile when I saw it listed on my UA-cam feed.
Thank you for that, really pleased you’ve enjoyed it. I have extremely fond memories of this place. It’s just a shame they don’t have those old attractions anymore.
I loved going to Universal when I was a kid, mainly for Nickelodeon studios, Back To The Future, Terminator, and of course Indiana Jones! I cannot wait to go back here someday!
Yeah I miss the mid 90s universal studios! However, the Indiana Jones show is from Disney’s MGM Studios (now Hollywood Studios) 🤓
This is the most in depth guide on Universal Orlando on youtube! Personally, I live close so I wouldn't need this, but I'm definitely sending this to friends!
Thank you Nick, always appreciate feedback from locals 👍😁
This is good but it’s name is idiots
I have been here countless times and I still love watching these!
Ha, thank you Olivia!! 👍😁
This is hands down the best video that a newbie like me has watched. You really helped me get the lay of the land. Not too much info, too much opinion etc. Great facts and delightful accent of course. You are a natural!
Thank you so much for that Becky 😁
Pro-tip if you’re planning on going to for parking hopping for more than one day, you should buy an annual pass. The cheapest is around 300 and comes with some discounts.
Great tip! Thank you 👍😁
The velocicoaster has literally become my favorite coaster ever. The had it open early before it’s grand opening while I was there and I got to ride it 2 different times on different days we were there. Something interesting is there is no express line. Only general and a single riders line. Unfortunately because of this you’ll find parties of 10 in the single rider line, which as an avid user of the single rider line because I am the only one in my family that rides coasters, I am less than thrilled at that. It is a very thrilling experience however, the wait goes by pretty fast and the videos and stuff in the wait line are actually kind of entertaining, but short so they get kind of repetitive as they repeat over and over.
As someone who had never been to a water park before, Volcano Bay was amazing!
Yeah agree with those points but I have been impressed with how efficient they are when loading passengers. Thanks for watching 👍😁
I’m going to Universal for the first time in a really long time this summer! Thanks for giving me a refresher on what it’s like 😁👍🏼
last went here in 2015 when i was around 8 so didn’t get to experience it much cause obviously i couldn’t go on the rides, we are going this august and i’m so excited!
loved the tour of it all very well explained and detailed
Thank you! Hope you have a great trip ok August 😁😂
This was literally the most well structured, and informative review I have ever seen... of anything... in my life! Lol Thanks for this!
No way! Thank you for saying, I’m glad you found it useful 👍😁
Seriously, the best overview of Universal I've seen. Planning a trip and I think I've watched it 4 times.
No way! Thank you for that 😁
Hope you have an awesome trip 👍😁
This is the most complete information I have found on yt about this, very well explained, great video!
Thank you Jaime, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching 👍😁
I’m so excited, I’m going next week with my family and they say that I get more excited for universal than most people do for Christmas. The week before is always the hardest for me because the days seem to go by so slow but the wait is definitely worth it considering it’s Universal Studios Orlando!
I know what you mean, but I do really enjoy the build up to. Thanks for watching 👍😁
Was meant to be going last year and had to rearrange till next year now. Your videos have gave me and my family so much information and kept us excited to go.
Sorry to hear that, lots of people in the same boat. Glad you’ve been enjoying the content, I had hoped this latest video would give people something to look forward to when we’re out of all this. Things definitely getting better. Thanks for watching 👍😁
I was meant to go last may, but had to rebook for this may, think I'll get there?.
I hope all of this stays true, I’m headed there for the first time in about a month 🙌🏽🙌🏽
Come back and tell us how it was!
This is a great video. I'm taking my son here early May for his 9th birthday. It's our first vacation and we are so excited. I was lucky enough to visit Universal back in 96' and got to ride some of the original rides like Jaws and terminator. Can't wait.
Hope you have an awesome trip! I really miss Jaws and the Terminator show. Thanks for watching 👍😁
Love the detailed video. I have been to Universal Studios a couple of times, but never visited the themes park. I didn't realize there was so much to do. Trip planned thanks to the video.
Thank you for that, glad it was useful. Hope you have an awesome trip 👍😁
Excellent video. Almost feels as though I am walking through city walk to get to the parks watching the video ☺️. Lots of brilliant information but not confusing or overwhelming. Thanks for sharing it with us. Hope we can all enjoy the Florida Sunshine soon. 🌞😁🏰🎢
Likewise, fingers crossed. The longer we wait, the better the atmosphere is going to be. Can’t wait! Thanks for watching and for the kind comment 👍😁
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I love Jurassic park it just is so beautiful it like a dream when your there
Indeed, absolutely stunning. Thanks for watching 👍😁
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This is going to be very useful since I’ve been there once and I’m going again in the summer, but was to scared to go on any of the rides
Hope you have an awesome trip! 👍😁
This was so helpful thank you! My husband and I are looking to go on honeymoon and we were going to go to Disney World again but since they have scrapped the Fastpass system I'm looking into Universal Orlando Resort. Thanks so much for making this easy to understand and for also relating it to WDW terminology! Excellent vid!
You’re very welcome, thanks for watching!
Yes very disappointing about fastpass+ 😞
I’m working on a video about Genie+ at the moment, hopefully have that ready within a week.
@@TheFrugalBrit aw I’ll make sure I check that out. Hopefully they change it or we all find a way around the system! 😜
This was so well done! You got another subscriber!!! I will be watching all your park information vids for sure! Thank you, well done, and the accent is THE BEST PART!!!!
Thank you Stephanie! Really appreciate that 😁😁
Last time I went to universal, they were re-tracking hulk and everything, and half of the ride we have now weren’t even open but I’m hopefully going back this summer after I think over 6 years! So I’m excited and this video helped a lot thanks
You’re very welcome, hope you have an awesome trip. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the comprehensive review. It was interesting hearing about how the resort has changed over time
Very welcome thanks for watching 👍😁
Fantastic video, been to Universal dozens of times now but still found this entertaining and helpful. The production of it was also fantastic. Keep them coming FB, this is as close to Florida as we can get at the moment unfortunately. Jamie from Southampton UK
Thanks Jamie, yes put a lot of time into this one, glad it was appreciated!
As of 1/7/22 Mummy in under refurbishment until the end of summer. Wanted everyone to know before they plan for it. Also, Poseidon is down for Refurbishment as well. No finish time yet. It'd be a disheartening to go and find out the attractions are down. Velocicoaster is AMAZING and worth riding!
bruh moving to orlando in october im hyped
I’m jealous!
@@TheFrugalBrit im hyped
Lucky. Universal does have seasonal passes for frequent visitors. Also, if you arrive late in the afternoon, you don't have to pay for parking to get into City Walk. I forgot the time cutoff. Best to ask employees at any of the restaurants and shops there.
@@largol33t1 ok thank u
@@largol33t1 Free parking after 6pm!
Really great video, very well done. It reminded me of the old promo videos you could request from the parks.
Thank you Liam, yeah I miss those!
I'm going in the middle of June and I am terrified of what the crowds will be like. Especially since there is a good chance velocicoaster will be newly opened by then.
It is have fun
Going to Universal Orlando for the first time ever in four months and your videos are great stress relievers, and also provide lots of helpful information for newcomers like me. Keep up the good work man!!!
That’s the idea, wanted this to be a fun positive video. Hope you have an awesome time, thanks for watching!
Only 4 months? Lmao
i’ve been here a million times i don’t know why i’m watching this hahaha
Ha, thank you Maddie! 👍😁
Well, you can never have too much information...
Yo man. You are a really underrated content creator, and can help any person find where to stay at the best price. Keep up the good work!
thank you! Yeah, that’s what I’m trying to achieve 👍 thanks for watching.
“The main attraction in this section is Fast and Furious: Supercharged”
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...anyways, moving along.
Underwhelming no doubt
Disaster and earthquake were such better rides
@@LentilSoupChilean 1000%
@@LentilSoupChilean the only difference between Earthquake and Disaster was the pre show, the ride itself was exactly the same.
@@FhangMedia thanks for being polite and not aggresive, i just meant that those two were better than supercharged
We are going in feb 22 for 6 days with 8people(6 adults and 2 kids 8,3)
Staying at portofino bay
Doing it right with park passes and wondered if there was something I should be focusing on since I am the planner.(hotel w balcony, food plan, etc.)
My wife and I have watched your video 3 times already. Cannot wait to treat the family to his memorable vacation☺
Sounds like you have the main things sorted. That’ll be an awesome trip!! O think it’s always worth researching which restaurants you want to visit.
Going to Universal tomorrow actually, it's my first time on the East coast and I'm so siked. Great video!
Hope you had an awesome time?
If you're still there, how is it?
@@yourfavoritepot6285 Got back yesterday, it was a blast. The lines were pretty long, but they keep you entertained so it wasn't agonizing lol
Again a great insight into orlando, but for me One of the best videos to date, great video frugal, shared it to many, 84 days till ours, can’t see it happening, but great video Thankyou. 🇺🇸🏴
I’m so happy i have this to watch!! I’m going next month with my family and so happy i got to learn more about it. Thank you for this video!! ⚡️ 👓
You’re very welcome,l! Really glad you’ve found it useful. Hope you have an awesome vacation 👍😁
Thank you for making this video- feeling overwhelmed and confused by these parks, and this was VERY helpful!
You’re very welcome, thanks for watching 👍😁
The waterpark looks amazing!
It is! Thanks for watching 😁
Your channel and this video is so helpful! Finally booked to go for the first time next year after years of saving and your channel is a life saver 😊 thank you!!
You're very welcome, thank you for watching. I hope you have an awesome vacation!
Heh I've never been there, but looks really cool!! (Also despite me never having gone there, me and my family are trying to plan to go for my 16th birthday!! So, I mean... probably got a few years till we might be able to go but it looks super cool!)
This really helped understand USO a lot. I am planning a long Disney trip and have always wanted to go to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Was able to make a day in my itinerary to go, but have no context of the park whatsoever. Really made it easy to understand.
Really glad you’ve found it useful 😁👍
It can be daunting for beginners.
So, when did you go? Was it just Universal or Islands of Adventure?
One thing that might throw a wrench in future trips: Epic Universe is already under construction. It is the BIGGEST theme park expansion in Florida in the last 10 years and will include a THIRD Harry Potter park although nobody knows what world of the HP films it will be from.
This was so helpful! Planning a cousins’ trip for next January. It has to be an extended weekend trip in order for everyone to go so we definitely want to get the express passes to skip the weekend crowds. Not sure if we should stay in at endless summer and get 2- 2bdr suites and buy the express passes separately or stay in a preferred hotel with express passes included. There are 12 of us so the prices for rooms are adding up quickly we usually have to buy 2 or 3 rooms. Any advice is appreciated!
Hmmm, I suspect that it will come out considerably cheaper to book a value resort and separate express passes, but I’d try quotes for both and see whether or not there’s much difference. If they’re close in price, I’d go with preferred. Hope you have a great trip!
Cabana Bay offers rooms big enough to sleep up 6 people. When walking in, there is a living room with sliding partition. This offers privacy for the people using the hideaway bed in the couch. The main bedroom has two beds and a dresser that has drawers facing both directions so the people sleeping in the living room can use it. Very clever use of space, especially the bathrooms. They are actually in three parts: the sink is in the middle. There is a separate door on the left to the toilet. the right goes to a SECOND mini bathroom with sink, toilet and shower. This layout is best for large groups as one can use the sink to brush her teeth while the other uses the shower and a third uses the toilet. Also, it has a mini fridge, coffee maker and small kitchen. A bus trip to Universal takes less than 5 minutes and then, after clearing security, it's a 3-4 minute stroll through CItyWalk.
Your vidoes are always top notch. I really appreciate how thorough you are. Thanks so much for all that you do.
Thank you Rafael, really appreciate comments like this 👍😁
I just can’t believe I’m going here this Sunday
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Hope you have an awesome trip!! 😁
One of the best videos on universal that I’ve seen! The editing is amazing. You’ve earned a new subscriber! Looking forward to watching your other vlogs on universal and Disney world
Thank you Gemma, glad you enjoyed it
Thanks for watching 😁👍
Great demonstration and helped a lot on my planning!
Brill, thanks for watching 👍😁
Just to let you know you need to have. Park to park pass to ride the hogwarts exspress
@@dane4073 Thank you Sephiroth. I am planing to visit the parks in different dates. Lets hope they open international flights before August otherwise ill have to cancel all my reservations :(.
This is easily the best and most in-depth review of the resort! Thank you!!
Thank you for that, I’m really glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching 👍😁
That was...EX-TREMELY informative! Thank you kind sir!!
You’ve very welcome, thanks for watching!
So happy to see you're back. I literally just thought of this channel yesterday (I have an upcoming trip to Universal) and realized you probably couldn't travel to the US right now due to covid. I am doing exactly what you mentioned in this vid - I have one day at Hard Rock that includes a weekend day for my Express Pass, and then the rest of the week at Dockside. Both will be first time stays for me (I will likely never stay at Hard Rock again - I've never paid that much for a room in my life and I'm normally very cheap when it comes to hotels).
Anyway, glad you are back. Great vid! Even as a regular to Universal it was enjoyable to see all the areas and raise the hype-level for the upcoming trip (with full adherence to CDC guidelines, fully vaccinated, and testing before and after trip, of course).
That sounds like an awesome trip! Hope you have an amazing time. Things are looking up!!!!
Really professional video, really enjoyed it! 👌
Appreciate that, thanks for watching!
I'm a Comcast employee and I get 4 complimentary 3 park - 1 day tickets and I'm trying to plan my visit. It looks fun!
That’s a nice perk!
This video was amazingly done
Thank you kind sir!
Thank you for this! We're making plans for next year and the official park sites aren't as clear as your overview. Because of you I'm sure we'll have a much better time. I appreciate you!
Thank you Judy!! Really pleased you found it useful 😁
Hope you have an awesome trip 👍
12:39 No it’s not, We think that Marvel is 100% Universal’s First Owned Property That’s What. 😎👍🏻
🤩🤩 Your videos are incredibly helpful , we are due to go to Orlando this year 🤞and this will help so much 😃 a huge thank you ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Thanks Jonathan, glad you appreciated it! Fingers crossed things go well over the next couple months.
litteraly my only goal in life is to meet up with all my friends and take a road trip here
That’s pretty wholesome my dude. Hope you get the chance to soon 👍😁
I work at Universal here are a few tips when going to the park.
1.Take water
2.Go early
3.Take a picture of the low number in the garage.
4.No weapons allowed through security
5.Comfortable shoes
6.Bring umbrella
Great tips, thanks for sharing 😁👍
@@TheFrugalBrit I work there and see how tired the guest are when leaving the park and i feel sad when they can't find their car.
Love the Universal Orlando Resort UA-cam review! I have a question and comment for you: Are backpacks allowed now within the three parks? If not, what do you suggest to effectively bring in some items (SPF lotion, hat, H2O, etc.)? Also, I suggest purchasing a lanyard holder for your ticket and a waterproof mobile phone holder for the pics you know you are going to take.
Hi Robert, thanks for that 😁
Yeah backpacks allowed but only medium sized backpacks will fit in the free lockers that you need to use for the fast rides. The larger lockers cost a couple dollars.
If you can fit your stuff in a three pronged fanny pack, I’d recommend those 👍 instead of a backpack to avoid lockers.
Thanks for the kind words and the tip 😁👍
Me and my family go next month March 2022. We are so excited and ready to go NOW❗
Hope you have a lovely trip 😁
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I am a current season pass holder and I really enjoyed your video I feel like I learned a lot.
Halloween is when im going im so excited cant wait to get there
Hope you have an awesome time 👍😁
@@TheFrugalBrit thanks
I am fortunate enough to work at a place that gives me a Universal Studios Complimentary Ticket which includes Universal and Islands of Adventure. I was thinking in one day riding the Mummy ride then checking out the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and its rides. Then taking the train to Islands of Adventure and checking out Kong and Jurassic Park with the new coaster. So hopefully I'm able to do all those attractions in one day
man, i'm getting so nostalgic
Yeah I miss the old Universal days, maybe more so than with Disney World.
Same I was 10 when I went there
Great video. The musical changes work nicely and the pace of the whole video is perfectly timed out.
Thanks man, put a lot of effort in so great to know it’s all appreciated 👍😁
This guide was so helpful and well organised. Makes planning our December trip to Universal much easier. Thank you so much :)
Thank you! I’m glad you found it useful. Hope you have an awesome trip!! 😁👍
I can't confirm this as I haven't been back to the parks yet but I heard from RickFlix that the parks will serve hot butterbeer all year. No more winter season restrictions. If this is true, I'll be chugging more of that. I can see the online posts: Disney brags about its blue milk while Potter fans whisper "Hold my butterbeer..."
If in Jurassic Park, I recommend having lunch in the top floor of the visitors center. The food there is pretty good.
Frugal Brit, two things you may have forgotten. Parents, if you accidentally forgot to add park-to-park access to your ticket, go to Kings Cross Station and you can buy it separately if your kids want to ride the Hogwarts Express. I believe it can also be done if you are going the other way too (Hogsmeade to Kings Cross). Fun fact: if you're amazed by the authenticity of the red phone booths outside, they ARE the real thing, not stage props. They were imported directly from London.
Also, City Walk is open to the general public. The gates are past the back of City Walk so you can dine or shop there any time. One caveat: the short term parking fees are removed after around 6 (you can call Universal's customer service line (407-363-8000) to find out what time the parking fees are removed.
Early entry is a MUST if your kids want a picture in front of Hogwarts. The bridge in front of the castle is one of the most crowded areas of the park. Seriously consider a VERY early dinner in Diagon Alley if you plan to stay past 5 or 6 pm. Even in the winter season (late November to end of January) the season pass holders and local residents FLOOD into Diagon Alley. I went in January and was shocked by how crowded it got.
Great knowledge! Thank you for sharing that. 👍😁
Rip Jurassic Park: River Adventure (1999-2021) Closing Date
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They're not closing it, they just finished refurbishing it.
@@stevenfoster9402 Yes Closing
@@TheFrugalBrit New Jurassic World: River Adventure Life Finds A Way Coming To Universal Orlando Resort Islands Of Adventure
What do you mean?
I’m at universal now and it’s the best thing ever
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Can't wait to go with my family in May
Hope you have an awesome trip 👍😁
i’m going with my friend to islands of adventure and this helped so much! my family hasn’t been in awhile so this refreshed me very clearly
Who is in with me for Marvel vs Capcom at Universal Parks & Resorts, it will be so epic from Marvel vs Capcom! 😎👍🏻
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I’ll he returning in January of 2022 and my bf’s family has never been to florida! I’m so excited for them
Hope you guys have an awesome trip 👍😁
Great video cant wait to be able to return 🙂👍🇱🇷
Cheers matey!!
Another brilliant video! My kids and I are booked for end of august, really hoping we can go!
Hope you have an awesome trip.
Thanks for watching and for the kind comment! 👍😁
@@TheFrugalBrit Thank you, you’re very welcome!
Really loved this can you do the SeaWorld Orlando parks next
It’s in the works but may take a while unfortunately. Thanks for watching 👍😁
Thank you for this video. I plan on getting my family tickets to go. This was super informative! Everything else I've come across has not been this good.
I’m glad you found it useful, thank you for watching! Hope you have an awesome trip 👍😁
im flying to orlando to go to universal a week from now im so excited
Hope you have an awesome trip 😁👍
Thank you, this is the BEST video I have seen about Universal Orlando! Very informative!
Thank you Kathy! Really appreciate that 👍😁
Question: Are you allowed to take the Hogwarts Express if you only have a ticket to Universal Studios and not the Islands of Adventure?
Sorry no, you have to have a ‘park to park’ ticket to use this.
@@TheFrugalBrit Thanks! Good to know. By the way, great video. :-)
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@@TheFrugalBrit I was looking for the above question as well! Another question, I want the FULL hogwarts experience but don’t really want to pay for the “park to park” ticket. Is this something I can walk up and see/take pictures of without the park to park? Or are the lines long and not really able to do this? Thanks for this thorough video!
Absolutely fantastic video! All the information I needed for my upcoming trip! THANK YOU!
Glad you found it useful, thank you for watching 👍😁
Thanks this is hyping me up to go to universal in 2 weeks
You’re welcome, hope you have an awesome trip! 👍😁
@@TheFrugalBrit thank you!
An excellent guide! Very helpful! Thank you for all your hard work putting this together.
You’re welcome, glad you’ve found it useful. Thank you for watching 👍
The original universal was so much better and had more of an appreciation for original Hollywood
Yeah I would agree with that assessment 100%
I’m super excited I’m going with my cousins for my birthday I have never been to something like this and never dreamed of it all my childhood dreams are coming true
Bless you! Hope you have an awesome trip 👍😁
@@TheFrugalBrit thank you 😊
Love your review
Thank you!! 👍😁
So glad I found this, wow!! Great information!!! I'm going to watch the rest of your videos. .
Thank you Toni 👍😁