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Has anyone taken the super star shuttle? Does it take a long time like mears often does for WDW resorts?
2:08pm by
We have only taken it from MCO to our resort. Two trips we got on pretty quickly, a few stops before RPR, but wasn't bad. Last trip it was not good, took a long time to get picked up- probably at least 40 minutes. Then the bus driver took a wrong turn.
3:19pm by
Bus driver was also reportedly mentioned tips being appreciated, to the point it was just obnoxious.
3:23pm by
Thank you! We'll probably stick to using uber or Lyft.
3:25pm by
We took it once and never again Took forever to arrive and went to several hotels before dropping us off. Uber is way easier and cheaper.
8:50pm by
I'm sure most people know but just a reminder recheck hotel rates we saved $100 today.
1:22pm by
On our week long January trip I booked three different hotels at an AP discount about 3 months before and no lie ended up saving almost $1100 total before we went by rechecking every hotel every day! I was so excited!
7:18pm by
Yes ! I try to check daily but forget
7:39pm by
We can start booking dining soon, but I feel much less organized than I normally would for a WDW trip. Is there any dining that *needs* to be booked well in advance at Universal, or can it all wait until closer? There are 8 of us, going Thanksgiving week.
11:17am on 5/12/26 by
We did book ahead as soon as able- esp wanted specific times for bar Helios & blue dragon. But we did chsnge a few reservations day of/ day before w no issues at PBH & citiwalk
9:37am by
There have been times I was having trouble getting a certain reservation but check back mid morning when they send out text reminders to confirm or cancel because sometimes you can grab one then.
10:16am by
Will do!
1:41pm by
Ok, fellow liners, 1st UO trip. 6 adults and two teens. booked Dockside. 2 two bedroom suites. have 7 day park to park tix. Where to begin? 15 yo grandson is crazy for Marvel. 13 yo granddaughter unhappy it's not WDW. Lol I hope she'll love it.
4:24pm on 4/30/26 by
I would definitely say make sure she's seen the HTTYD cartoons! Berk in Epic was my favorite - it was so immersive we spent so much time there. It made me feel like it was real :)
1:11pm on 5/6/26 by
Even if you weren't visiting she should watch HTTYD- so good!
12:00am on 5/8/26 by
Great advice everyone! 170 days to go! I bought the unofficial guidebook and I've learned a lot already.
12:05pm by
Two nights in to this six day uni trip. First night we were regretting our choices and I priced an uber to get us to Magic Kingdom just in case we decided to bail. Second day was fun and I'm glad we stayed. It's my fault for not doing enough research.
9:45am on 5/13/26 by
I'm too late to add my opinions now but we pretty much did epic from our Helios nights & OG parks from PBH. Did use shuttle bus to go over to blue dragon & an evening in epic- easy but yep very out of bubble.
3:56am by
Late for me too, but Bonine + a ReliefBand does the trick for my DD @Uni-although we haven't been to Epic yet. Our whole family takes Bonine (just in case) due to all of the simulators. Last trip FJ made me motion sickness tho, even w/Bonine.
9:07am by
Forbidden Journey is a never again. Lol!
11:20am by
I'm legitimately now thinking of getting the cheapest room at CBBR just so I can pool hop to PBH for the nachos. Why don't the UO hotels offer day passes for locals? :D That is all. Have a good day everyone. :)
1:50pm on 5/11/26 by
All I had heard was how good RPR nachos were, but that was not the case for us. Looking forward to trying PBR though
8:52am on 5/16/26 by
I had RPR nachos like 12-15 years ago so I don't really remember. But PBH nachos I had about a year ago and, yeah, they were great. :)
10:32am on 5/16/26 by
I too had RPR nachos years ago and they were not very good on that day.
11:53am on 5/16/26 by
Where can I rent a scooter at islands of adventure? My spouse is having knee issues and needs help today
11:31am on 5/14/26 by
Try guest services at front of park. Ask gate folks to direct u
10:26pm on 5/14/26 by
Yep, right after you walk through that gate it's just to the left by that popcorn stand. You can get a "courtesy wheelchair" in the parking garage too by the way. Are you parking there or staying elsewhere?
10:45am on 5/16/26 by
Staying at portofino 4 nights. Want to leave a heavy suitcase in pickup that may not be needed but could be readily accessed for items if self parked. One adult in party is mobility limited, has handicap pass. Pros and cons of self parking vs valet?
4:06pm on 5/9/26 by
I too have always been able to find a decent spot in the garage at PBH. Not sure about handicap parking, but the standard parking is not very far from the elevator. From the room, though, it's a decent walk, but so is valet. It's just a big resort. :)
9:46am on 5/13/26 by
Could you leave your bag with the bell hop and just access it from there if needed?
8:59pm on 5/13/26 by
PBH bell services always seem overwhelmed. Long lines esp in the mornings when conventioneers are leaving in bags. Never enough carts or staff- I wouldn't want to try to just grab something from a bag there-leaving in vehicle much easier
6:33am on 5/16/26 by
If I'm at epic universe today and I wanna pay extra for the express pass , how much are the express pass for three adults?
9:31am on 5/15/26 by
The earlier you buy, the cheaper it is. If you buy today, for today, it is $260.
11:09am on 5/15/26 by
That $260 is per person.
11:10am on 5/15/26 by
Highest I have seen per day ler person so far for epic is $330 but it's dynamic pricing
10:48pm on 5/15/26 by
Time for a part vent / part advice post. We are traveling in a group of 16. 10 adults and 6 kids. All but one family (2 adults, 2 kids) staying at deluxe with express pass. Rogue family is doing single rider instead.
3:44pm on 5/3/26 by
Had a similar situation with my family at Dollywood. We had the unlimited ultra fastpass supreme (whatever it was called). My fam just wanted to wait in lines because their kids had been there/done that. They kept saying that it was fine.
11:34am on 5/9/26 by
But they did not mind waiting in lines. But it was annoying because then I felt guilty for using my passes. I vowed never again to share my vacation plans with them again. Ended up canceling and rescheduling with my fam solo
11:35am on 5/9/26 by
I'm still on a campaign to get them to switch hotels - otherwise we'll just end up doing our own thing in the park without them. It's an annoying bummer but we will manage!
3:31am on 5/15/26 by
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