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HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!! 2026 will be our best year yet! :)

4:55pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

Happy new year!!

6:40pm on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

Happy New Year everyone!

7:43pm on 12/31/25 by sneezy93

Happy New Year!!!

8:32pm on 12/31/25 by Bean418

I've priced out sapphire falls + express passes for the stay compared to Royal Pacific that includes express passes (2 parks only) and royal Pacific is $1k more still. Everything I've "heard" has been that it would be cheaper. Any recommendations?

5:40pm on 12/30/25 by Bean418

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Does that include that you get two days of EP for one night at RPR, day you check in and out?

7:59pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

Oh good point. The stay is Saturday to Friday and a 5 day park pass. So would I need a park pass for the day of arrival and departure to make use of those EPs?

11:58pm on 12/30/25 by Bean418

It also depends on how many people are in your party. For our family of 5 doing 2 park days, it is definitely cheaper. But if you're only buying 1 or 2 passes, it may not be as beneficial. And there are also diminishing returns with longer stays.

12:14am on 12/31/25 by Kracinda

Can you show us the dates? And, of course, what Buckeye said - 1 night at RPR = 2 days of Express. Also, that's Express unlimited, not one-ride-per-day-Express. :) And as Kracinda said, the amount of people makes a big difference too! :)

12:28am on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

To clarify, you get check in and check out days + days during stay. So 1 night stay = 2 days UEP, but 2 nights = 3 days UEP, 3 nights = 4 days UEP, etc. Of course, that only matters if you're going to the parks those days.

7:26am on 12/31/25 by TenMileMom

Are you paying full price for the room? One annual pass (it means you are not purchasing a package) can give you a room discount. I have found that RPR is usually not the cheapest resort for the AP rate.

7:32am on 12/31/25 by PrincipalTinker

Yes, to use EP on checkin or out day u need park tickets. If u stay 5 days look at AP. AP can get u 30 % of rooms sometimes and 10% off most dining and park purchases. Only one person needs the AP. They drop AP rates regularly so check back if none listed

7:38am on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

Dates matter as lower 2 AP tiers have blackout dates but if u r going on a non-blackout date u can save a lot getting basic AP. Usually, at about 5 days AP is cheaper than day tickets but check promos 1st.

7:40am on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

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Principal good point. First of all for some reason RPR has been more expensive at times than HRH/PBH the last few times I looked. Also, AP is something worth looking into. Might save money. Depends on a lot of factors.

4:44pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

Also yes Buckeye agreed dates matter, not only for AP/blockouts but also for cost of the room(s). We need more info and details to help! :)

4:45pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

You all are amazing. We are thinking either Saturday 3/28 or Sunday 3/29 to Friday 4/3 depending on pricing. I think 4 park days would be enough but open to 5. 2 adults and 2 kids. Prefer to have EP for all three parks but it seems cost prohibitive for us

8:20pm on 12/31/25 by Bean418

Does anyone know if they will allow you to line up for the Grinch with early admission?

9:20pm on 12/28/25 by srb0065

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I hope it goes well for u.

9:25pm on 12/29/25 by Buckeye86

How did you like the tour?

12:12am on 12/30/25 by mikimcc

We enjoyed the tour. We learned a lot of fun facts. Food was good. Meet and greets were awesome. Second row for show. It's been cold here so it was a lot of inside warmth. Cookie decorating was just ok but we were in the upstairs of the VIP club.

7:00pm on 12/31/25 by srb0065

How late will rides go on NYE?

4:39pm on 12/31/25 by mororke

Depends on park but epic is midnight. I think other two are 1 am.

6:43pm on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

In epic now and it doesn't say they are closing rides before park close time so probably til park close.

6:44pm on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

There's some sort of delay at Gringotts. They just made an announcement but no details.

11:33am on 12/30/25 by hnaggar

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It had one of the most beautiful queues with the bank though. All major rides this week are operating at high wait times. Busiest week of the year.

7:35am on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

True, the queue is incredible! So many memories going through there and down the elevator. :) Fun fact if you lean against the wall during the elevator part the texture of the wall makes it feel like you're getting a back massage. LOL!

4:46pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

Maybe I will put my feet up lol

6:42pm on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

Hogwart's Express will be closed for refurbishment 2/9/26-2/23/26. Our trip is in the middle of that. Anyone park hopped without the train before?

12:11am on 12/31/25 by Kracinda

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The train is strange in terms of wait times. I've seen it say 20 minutes and then we hop in EXP line and it's taken WAYYYY longer. I do like the ride, it's fun, but 95% of the time we just walk to the gate to park hop.

4:47pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

I REALLY wish they'd leave that area by Seuess/Hard Rock open all of the time. That was much faster! I don't know why they don't leave that open year round!

4:48pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

I agree. Only time we got to use it was Christmas 2020 when park was at capacity and social distancing was a "thing." It would be so helpful.

6:41pm on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

UOQOTD: For those who have been, what do you like best: Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, or EPIC Universe. Also, why do you think Studios is best? (hahahahaha :) )

4:55pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

lol! Studios it is! I like the theming and ambiance there best. It reminds me of an actual movie set and has great rides like MIB and the HP area is my favorite one of the 3. It is the prettiest of the 3. Epic is well themed but I like studios a lot more

6:38pm on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

and the rides actually run and aren't typically perpetually delayed.

6:39pm on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

Plus the Horror show is always a family favorite for a good laugh.

6:39pm on 12/31/25 by Buckeye86

What original resort is a comparable walk to IOA/US/City Walk as Stella Nova is to Epic?

7:18am on 12/31/25 by clyde4242

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Agreed with Buckeye - would rather walk than take the bus and if it's RPR/HRH/PBH I'd rather walk than take the boat too unless the boat is already ready when I get there. :D (I don't like waiting lol)

4:49pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

According to Google Maps: Stella to EPIC: 1.0 miles / 22m walk via Epic blvd. .... RPR to IoA: .4m / 8m walk .... RPR to US: .6m / 13m walk .... HRH to US: .5m / 12m walk .... PBH to IoA: 1.0m / 22m walk << looks like this is the most comparable. :)

4:53pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

^^ assuming Google Maps is correct of course

4:53pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

Anyone know if NBC grill is taking walkins for lunch on Dec 31?

11:30am on 12/31/25 by mororke

Sorry I don't know but I'd have assumed they would have. :)

4:43pm on 12/31/25 by browndalmatian

Hagrid's posted time last night was 180. EP was about 35 minutes. Today posted at 210 and EP was 40 min.

3:16pm on 12/28/25 by Buckeye86

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Not a huge deal but EP today at Gringotts bit different than before. When u get off elevator don't go forward, but rather go immediately left to be first in line for glasses pick up. If u miss, it's not a huge difference in wait but worth noting.

3:17pm on 12/28/25 by Buckeye86

Finally tried Fire eaters grill and agree with positive reviews. Somehow the ordinary chicken. Strips taste considerably better with the fixings it comes with in the gyro platter and the hummus was good as welll.

3:19pm on 12/28/25 by Buckeye86

We did mobile app for Fire Eaters for a big time saver today. It wasn't an option yesterday as it was off and after waiting 20 minutes and the line not moving much, we bailed. Much better experience today since it was an option.

3:21pm on 12/28/25 by Buckeye86

I was surprised at how early people line up for the Christmas parade. Also, the meet the grinch experience has been at 2 hours or more or at capacity all week FYI if u ever want to do it.

3:23pm on 12/28/25 by Buckeye86

What did u get at Fire Eaters? And yea I noticed Gringots set up those barriers last time we were there.

4:18pm on 12/28/25 by clyde4242

We got variations on the crispy chicken gyro. Just changed up toppings and sides based on each person's preference but all were happy with it.

7:14pm on 12/28/25 by Buckeye86

Nice. Was wanting to try chilli cheese fries last time but never did. Have heard overall they have good food.

7:23pm on 12/29/25 by clyde4242

Posted wait for Hagrid's 200 today and ep for was 30 and ride was down when we got in line. Ofc it stopped again as we were in the car before we could get off! Short delay tho but I highly recommend u use bathroom before u ride! We have been stuck too

9:28pm on 12/29/25 by Buckeye86

many times on it but still a fan favorite for us.

9:28pm on 12/29/25 by Buckeye86

180 min posted wait for Mine cart and Mario. With Ep 35 min for each.

2:10pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

When u walk into dark Ore there is a mini graveyard with a tomb of sorts. If u stand in front of cave like opening, u can hear effects. Also to right there is a standing casket u can get photo in if u want. For free uni photos there are three spots where

2:17pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

You can push a button, it takes a pic and u can email it to self. One is in dark more near the exit to the right of the portal. One is in HTTYD near the entrance I think and one is toward the park entrance by the statue. Just ask and they can show u.

2:19pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

Hidden wand spell spot is near bar moonshine in pumpkin juice window.

2:20pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

Talking portraits in courtyard of le gobelet noir. They don't wake up til park opens. Not at ee

2:21pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

RD from Helios is a treat. So much less stressful without people trying to run u over. All went well til we got to holding rope by MoM. Just a handful of us and staff said they were supposed to hold front gate til we entered but they didn't. People from

2:22pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

There basically stampeded us then. It's awful. After our last experience with that I wasn't doing it again so we bailed the line and just did spells not MoM ride. Super peaceful and I lined. Rose is good but not worth getting crushed. Staff is helpless

2:24pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

against crazy crowd. They try but no one listens.

2:24pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

Should say ride not rode

2:25pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

Lines to do mario wristband games are significant. If have EP or just must do them, might think about doing those at RD. It is PACKED in Mario and strollers all over blocking paths and clogging area so hard to move around. It is very well themed tho

2:27pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

We ate at pizza moon at 11:15 with no wait. By 11:30 it was full. By 12, line was way out the door. Eat early. I liked the purple crust Pizza Lunare and boys liked the spicy Vesuvio and also the pepperoni. Nanarossa was not liked by any of us.

2:30pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

U can save a fortune in drinks at all 3 parks by asking for a water cup at any counter with a fountain. Can use freestyle machine to fill it.

2:30pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

After we did Wanda at HP we went to HTTYD right went. Regular hours started. Line to meet Toothless was about 15 min. None of us are big series fans but all loved the experience. Super well done.

2:32pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

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Some of the best experiences are with roaming characters that play human characters and can speak and interact with u. They can be very comical and witty.

2:33pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

Star sui bao tteokbokki skewer was well liked by my crew. Heard good reviews for it and I'd say it's pretty good. Lots of flavor so might not be best for a picky eater or child who favors mild things tho.

2:36pm on 12/30/25 by Buckeye86

Wanda sounds like a fun gal, tell me more!

8:43am on 12/31/25 by Fatty McButterpants

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