Take a Virtual Family Vacation to Universal Orlando Resort With Us

We just got back from Universal Orlando Resort, unpacked our bags, and are now heading back again (good thing we’ve done the laundry!). We knew we were returning 2 weeks later for a trip to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, so the first time around we just caught the highlights (of which there were many). I think I’ve got a pretty good idea of what we should do, but my wife likes to remind me that I don’t really know as much as I think I know (love you, babe!).

So I’m asking for your help. Want to virtually join our family vacay? If so, let’s get the planning started!

The Rides

First of all… the rides! Are you into thrill rides, simulators, fun for the whole family, or all of the above? Check out the attractions below and let me know what your preferences are.

1.      At Islands of Adventure, what 3 attractions do you suggest I go on and why?

• The Incredible Hulk coaster  http://bit.ly/keJVF5
• Dr. Doom’s Fear Fall  http://bit.ly/lHUBE0
• The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man  http://bit.ly/iFX9R3
• Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls (water ride)  http://bit.ly/jq4SP2
• Popeye & Bluto’s Rat River Barges (water ride)  http://bit.ly/ieXD5m
• Jurassic Park River Adventure (water ride)  http://bit.ly/lVzTvF
• Dragon Challenge coaster  http://bit.ly/jBs6l8 (Keep in mind that this one has like 5 loops and is super scary awesome! Just sayin’.)

2.      What 3 attractions should my family go on at Universal Studios?

• Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster  http://bit.ly/muZzCI (feel free to comment, but I’m going on this one no matter what you say)
• The Revenge of the Mummy  http://bit.ly/kDMGnX (this is in complete darkness, which saves the resort the cost of painting it every year)
• TWISTER… Ride It Out  http://bit.ly/ivgK2h
• Disaster!  http://bit.ly/mvAZhl
• E.T. Adventure  http://bit.ly/kNkoOr
• Animal Actors on Location  http://bit.ly/l3Ugqi

The Food

Let’s not forget the food! (It’s just an expression. If you’ve ever seen me it’s obvious that I never forget the food). The resort is full of different places to eat. Any suggestions, or should I just try them all?

3.      There are lots of kid-friendly options for lunch at Universal’s Islands of Adventure and I need help. Where should my family and I eat lunch?

• Confisco Grille in Port of Entry  http://bit.ly/mF5lx7
• The Burger Digs in Jurassic Park  http://bit.ly/k32qYN
• Three Broomsticks in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter  http://bit.ly/jgatKh
• Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-pendus in Seuss Landing  http://bit.ly/moEtl3

4.      We are eating at CityWalk one of the nights and we can eat at any of the below places. Where do you think we should go?

• NBA City  http://bit.ly/jDwF27
• Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville  http://bit.ly/ldKXoT
• Latin Quarter  http://bit.ly/m2Y4uX
• NASCAR Sports Grill  http://bit.ly/kHXquD
• Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom  http://bit.ly/jtIIr3

The Treats

Finally… our two boys, ages 7 and 10, are wacky for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. So this last question is all about that.

5.      The last time we were at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter we had both cold and frozen Butterbeer. Which one should we have this time? Cold or Frozen? (To be truthful, this is more of a hypothetical question because I’ll obviously be having both).

Miscellaneous

Finally… what have we forgotten to plan?

6. Any other recommendations? Stay tuned Tuesday and Wednesday, May 17 and 18 for our Universal Orlando Resort adventure. We hope you’ll virtually join us!

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