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Will be at Epic tomorrow for a very chilly morning, especially for Orlando. What impact does the cold have on the rides? Any to avoid for the first few hours?

11:26pm on 1/15/26 by cagX2

How did it go?

4:41pm by koi1217

We were here too. Totally fine. The sun (and a Patagonia fleece) saved the day.

6:10pm by KitchenKabaret

Afternoon at epic. We will be arriving at epic around 5 pm and staying til park closing on January 22. We will do a full day at epic later in the week. Trying to figure out what I should try to scratch off in the late afternoon/evening before full day

3:16pm by Ginette

I would look at the weather first. I think rain is expected and that will definitely steer you a bit.

5:49pm by hartcruise

Does anyone know if as a current UOAP holder, I can purchase the 3 month free deal and not activate until after my renewal date? Not sure if they will generate another pass holder number if I currently have a pass number. Thanks

9:59am by clyde4242

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I guess my question is can I buy the special they have going of get 15 months for 12 months even though I already have a annual pass. With the intention of not activating until after my current pass expires.

12:03pm by clyde4242

My general experience has been that the renewal starts immediately when the old one expires. You don't lose time by buying early, but you can't delay by activating late. And you can do it early, I just don't know how early. I think there's a cutoff.

5:20pm by TenMileMom

Is your pass not up for renewal yet? Is that what you are saying? In that case, I don't think you can get both the renewal discount and the 15 months. Maybe you could buy a new pass, totally separate and not activate it until whenever. I agree. Call.

5:47pm by hartcruise

We are staying at Cabana Bay and I am unsure how to return to the airport that isn't $$$. There are four adults and a one year old. We are taking a Mears bus to our Disney resort but just found out Mears doesn't work with Universal. Any suggestions?

5:43pm on 1/15/26 by TinkerNanc

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Lyft also has car seat option

11:08pm on 1/15/26 by seren77

For carseat transportation we use Away We Go. Mears does work with Universal to MCO. Maybe check with Guest Services. I have read that it's not that reliable. You could also talk with the rental car desk at Cabana Bay and try to rent a car with a carsest.

10:14am by hartcruise

How are you getting from Disney to cabana bay? We Uber but didn't need a car seat . You can fly with your car seat or booster seat and then you will have it with you . My DD did that for Disney Land.

2:46pm by burfe1501

AP discount. Every time I have stayed at Hardrock they have never verified my annual pass. Have they cracked down on that.

7:13pm on 1/10/26 by ICONTROLWDW

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Hi ICONTROL, there is always a chance they could check, but there was a thread today on the forum and recently, no one checked.

8:46pm on 1/10/26 by PrincipalTinker

I meant to post ab this. In all our trips over 6 years we've never been asked for our AP until this last trip at dockside! We stayed in three hotels this time and DS was the only one that has ever asked. I had to dig it out of our carry on to show lol

10:39pm on 1/10/26 by sneezy93

Haven't been in a few years but I'll buy for the discount but honestly almost want to gamble and then just buy it for the discount if I get called out. Or upgrade my regular ticket

11:03pm on 1/10/26 by ICONTROLWDW

We've stayed at Helios twice, PBH several times, HRH, RPR and Sapphire and have never been asked (which I always had it so didn't think much about it) until DS.

11:33pm on 1/10/26 by sneezy93

I've always had one just thinking.

11:44pm on 1/10/26 by ICONTROLWDW

When we were planning on getting an AP I was told I cld check in w regular ticket if I was going to upgrade while there, & go back and show AP to desk later. 2020 happened so I never did it.

5:29am on 1/11/26 by hodg

@sneezy93 that's a good data point! People often say you don't really need it. This is the first I've heard of someone being asked. I would be too nervous to risk it anyway.

2:05pm on 1/11/26 by hartcruise

Are we sure they are not cross referencing thru their data base at checkout? I just always assumed that's what they did as I was told yers ago if you booked AP rate and didn't upgrade during ur stay, they would automatically charge whatever the nonAP rate

2:46pm on 1/11/26 by clyde4242

You think Universal shares their database with Loews? That's a little scary.

2:58pm on 1/11/26 by PrincipalTinker

Certainly not their whole database but I think it's possible for them to cross reference the AP list (although I'm a technology boomer so maybe that's not a thing.)

3:38pm on 1/11/26 by popupcamper

@popup, they could share that info without notifying their customers? They would have to share/cross reference some personal information. They are two separate companies.

3:51pm on 1/11/26 by PrincipalTinker

Although they have been trying to get hotel reservations in the app.

3:52pm on 1/11/26 by PrincipalTinker

In hindsight I'm wondering if I had my AP around my neck in my lanyard when I checked in most times because we're usually headed to the parks right after but DS we checked in very late. Although still how would they know it was active just because they

4:05pm on 1/11/26 by sneezy93

noticed it around my neck? But I'm quite sure nobody has ever asked me to see it until this past one night stay at DS. Which I find odd because that is the cheapest room by far we've ever stayed in at UOR.

4:06pm on 1/11/26 by sneezy93

I don't see a reason why they couldn't. Lowe's says "hey uni, does this person have an AP?" And Uni says "yep". But I'm not a lawyer nor did I sleep in a holiday inn express last night.

4:15pm on 1/11/26 by popupcamper

I see it as similar to how Disney and swan and dolphin hotels talk to each other. I enter my confirmation number and get access to early entry etc. they are checking with Swolphin to be sure I didn't make up a random confirmation number.

4:31pm on 1/11/26 by popupcamper

Side note was thinking about buying regular tickets and a AP but not activate the annual pass. Thoughts on that. I guess the Ap holds value for another time?

4:51pm on 1/11/26 by ICONTROLWDW

I too see it as a Disney/Swalphin relationship. Swalphin gets a Disney ID for each booking but Disney does not know who is on the reservation until you provide/link it. Swalphin also has AP rates that you may need to show your AP .

7:53pm on 1/11/26 by PrincipalTinker

ICONTROL, you do not need to activate an AP right away. My only concern is if they change the way it is activated (at a booth), especially if the AP is electronic (in your Uni wallet)

7:57pm on 1/11/26 by PrincipalTinker

So I could sell my confirmation number @PT? You think Swolphin gives them a confirmation number but it can be used for anyone? #tictocbusinessidea

8:17pm on 1/11/26 by popupcamper

No, I think Swalphin has their own company numbers and need a unique confirmation number from Disney for MDE. Of course, this doesn't matter since Uni does not share AP or other info with Loews :)

9:31pm on 1/11/26 by PrincipalTinker

So yes you can tell Lowe's you have an AP and they can't check? I'm new to uni so I'm confused.

9:40pm on 1/11/26 by popupcamper

No, you show your AP. Everyone can log onto the Universal passholder section of the website and book passholder discounted rooms. They MAY ask you to show your AP at checkin. My AP is in my lanyard, it is also in my app.

5:13am on 1/12/26 by PrincipalTinker

Interesting, thanks @PT!

7:42am on 1/12/26 by popupcamper

Checked into Stella Nova last night on an AP rate. Was not asked to show a pass. Likely upgrading tickets at the end of the week to an AP, but don't actually have it yet. Just to add 1 more piece of data.

7:52am on 1/12/26 by chadp

Ooooh this is a perfect test. Let us know if they charge you nonAP rate if you don't upgrade.

1:03pm on 1/12/26 by popupcamper

I was asked one time (several years ago) out of several trips. I'm 95% sure they're not confirming entitlement in other ways (electronic records) so I wouldn't expect a rate adjustment unless they ask and you don't show AP by end of stay. But no guarantee

3:14pm on 1/12/26 by redboy42

Never been asked when checking in, most recently at Aventura 1/2-6 where we had connecting rooms booked together.

6:35pm on 1/13/26 by Wahoohokie

I cant remember being asked but we're usually wearing ours on our lanyards at check-in because we're heading straight to the parks. I have heard here of people buying while there to show by check out.

5:52am on 1/14/26 by TenMileMom

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I was always told as long as u have it by checkout u are fine but never have been actually asked for it.

6:00pm on 1/14/26 by Buckeye86

I'm a worrier id hate to see an additional 3k on my bill. I'm fine spending 450 for the pass for the discount plus a 5 day ticket..we have always had passes but with epic now.... I won't more options plus I don't think we are going to do a 2nd trip

10:42am by ICONTROLWDW

Paying for college now so...yea me

10:43am by ICONTROLWDW

Did anyone sit thru that crazy float ride queue? Crazy

1:28pm on 1/15/26 by clyde4242

Not this year but last year I did and never did get one! And couldn't get one the days we were in the park either so we just watched the parade. DH was kinda bummed about it honestly.

7:57pm on 1/15/26 by sneezy93

Missed it. :( Got it last year and REALLY had fun. Thinking of paying to do it this year now.

12:52am by browndalmatian

Got lucky, not sure how. But waited about 35 minutes in queue then got kicked out. Re-entered queue and about 18 minutes later entered and got lucky to get a Monday. Almost everything was gone at that point. Heard sold out after 70 minutes

9:57am by clyde4242

Last year I joined the queue on my computer because I was working then it took so long I had to get out of it to go to a meeting and when I joined back from my phone and got in everything was gone! :( still enjoyed watching tho.

10:18am by sneezy93

A tad off topic but has anyone been to Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas by chance? I'm curious how it compares to HHN :)

8:26pm on 1/15/26 by sneezy93

We were in Vegas last year for DD15 spring break. I had signed up for updates and was hoping it would open around our trip. Then it opened in August! We missed it! So bummed!

10:00am by ladyortramp

Friends are probably going in March so I'll report back what they think! We may go sometime this year as well. DH said can we use our annual pass? lol

10:16am by sneezy93

Anyone know what time HP is closing today at Epic? It said "closing early " but no more information

11:36am on 1/15/26 by DevilEyeDog

There's a lot of chatter in the internet that this sign is up almost every day as a crowd control measure. It will close early if the line gets too long at the end of the night, but no specific time is set.

1:52pm on 1/15/26 by jesterb

It was out the days we were there but never closed early. But sometimes it does so it's really all over the place!

2:17pm on 1/15/26 by sneezy93

Was just in the park for 3 days. Depends on how long the queue is at the end of the night. One night it was "At Capacity" by 9p after the ride went down for for 15 mins around 8:30. Another night it was still open at 9:30 with a 30 mins time posted.

6:04am by chadp

I tolerate RNRC and TOT. Zero chance I'm riding either on a solo trip. What would yall suggest I skip at uni? I'm going with my grown kids so I'm willing to try things, but don't want to be miserable.

1:24pm on 1/12/26 by popupcamper

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If it is about intensity, at IoA do Hagrid but may want to think twice about VC and Hulk (though I'd recommend VC once). At USF, Mummy is probably fine. At Epic, avoid Startdust Racers but others prob okay except maybe Werewolf (no inversions but turns).

3:06pm on 1/12/26 by redboy42

I agree with @redboy's list. VC is intense. I can't do that any more or Hulk. Mummy is fun! I think you might consider skipping Forbidden Journey too if to much motion can get to you.

3:21pm on 1/12/26 by PrincipalTinker

I skip a lot of rides at universal. It's fun to hold all the stuff:) if you get motion sickness don't do forbidden journey, it makes me feel bad for hours. Hagrids is great fun .

6:23pm on 1/12/26 by burfe1501

Thanks y'all. I'm thinking I'll skip free fall, velociraptor, hulk, Simpsons, and stardust racers. I'm a big thunder mountain kind of gal.

7:02pm on 1/12/26 by popupcamper

Following as well! Another motion sick gal here but it is better with Dramamine and zofran

10:25pm on 1/12/26 by mjsmomma

I'm able to do FJ and Hagrid both without much issue but if I get off Hagrid and go straight onto FJ it bothers me for some reason!

11:33pm on 1/12/26 by sneezy93

I cannot do FJ under any circumstance, ruins the rest of the day for me. Avoid VC, Hulk, free fall, and stardust if you're concerned about intensity (although I can do them all with bonine.)

9:50pm on 1/13/26 by ladyortramp

Depends on if it's motion sickness or the rattling of the ride that bothers you. Some are smooth but the VR can make u puke. Others are rough but motion isn't so bad. FJ is bad for motion. I also am not a fan of any VR for that reason but take off any 3D

6:09pm on 1/14/26 by Buckeye86

glasses to help. Also walk the queues especially any HP queue except Hagrid's bc they are incredible. Just bail when they ask you how many are in your party right b4 boarding. U can wait in the child swap room or they will show you the exit.

6:11pm on 1/14/26 by Buckeye86

IMO and one of my sons who usually can tolerate most anything, VC is far easier to tolerate than stardust for motion (at least green track) but VC is faster and more thrilling. Hulk can hurt and I know others who "gray out" (almost blackout) on it. VC

6:14pm on 1/14/26 by Buckeye86

is pretty intense. Just the motion part wasn't as bad to me. Not good for back/neck but much much better than Hulk. Simpsons is tough for motion.

6:15pm on 1/14/26 by Buckeye86

Free fall is totally smooth. Thrilling and no shaking or jarring but u need to be ok with heights. It's not as tall as a lot of drop towers tho. Nice view of park up there if u ride it.

6:17pm on 1/14/26 by Buckeye86

I also take bonine which is OTC meclizine and that helps with far less drowsiness for me than Dramamine. Also it is once daily.

6:18pm on 1/14/26 by Buckeye86

Dr Doom is not strictly a drop tower tho- DS15 swore very loudly as it caught him off guard at the start. I was laughing too much at him to be too mad.

2:29am on 1/15/26 by hodg

It sort of bounces I think gently a couple of times. I can watch from The ground and see what u think. I find the first drop the thrilling part. The "bounces" are less so but, yes, unexpected if u aren't watch it while u wait in line.

7:05am on 1/15/26 by Buckeye86

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@hodg, I was also caught off guard my first ride of fearfall and enjoyed it even more as a result of the misdirection. I still love to ride it when lines are low (often are), especially at night. My fam has zero interest.

11:10am on 1/15/26 by redboy42

We had EP & plenty of time so went on it. Pretty sure DS15 had ridden when younger but he'd certainly forgotten it. He was think of Falcons Fury at BG.

2:10pm on 1/15/26 by hodg

This is so very helpful, thanks ya'll!

4:44pm on 1/15/26 by popupcamper

Does anyone have experience using Express at Le Cirque Arcanus. Nervous about the rush of the crowd entering from preshow with my kids. Does Express enter separately?

3:47pm on 1/12/26 by hartcruise

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Should want NOT like the crazies. Not bit

6:07pm on 1/14/26 by Buckeye86

Not like RD? That's good. That is exactly what I was thinking of. I don't want to feel panicked. I think I will ask a TM if we can hang back while everyone loads in and see how that goes. We don't mind being in the back at the preshow.

9:56am on 1/15/26 by hartcruise

It wasn't bad this last time we watched it but the first time during previews it was. I think it helps to know where you're going once inside. The family in front of us got separated and I could tell that so once we filed into our row I let them past me.

2:19pm on 1/15/26 by sneezy93

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