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Totally random question but has anyone heard from Jadesfire? I know she said she was taking a break. She keeps coming to my mind lately and I hope she is ok. She was like a guru here for me before my first trip years ago. If I know her outside it this,
10:34pm on 12/1/25 by
I remember @Jadesfire hosted Friday Liner Movie Night via zoom during CoViD! She was/is a gem!
7:53pm on 12/5/25 by
She had more info on HP and Uni parks than anyone or website I ever encountered. Totally made my trips, especially, the early ones 1,000 times better! She could have her own book. I hope she is well.
10:43pm on 12/5/25 by
Damn I should know not to click on a @fatty link. Lol. I sure missed these
11:42pm on 12/5/25 by
What time does the parking lot at Epic open? We are staying at Hard Rock Hotel but have a rental car and we're wondering which is quicker for rope drop - driving or taking the first bus. Is parking included for hotel guests?
2:58pm on 12/4/25 by
Probably a hour before early entry
11:48pm on 12/4/25 by
Universal Epic Universe parking generally opens about an hour before Early Park Admission (EPA), or around 6 AM on busy days like opening, but times vary, so check Universal Orlando's app or website; expect lots to open around 8-9 AM for regular entry
5:44am on 12/5/25 by
with 6 AM being common for hotel guests and early birds to catch transport to the park. I googled it
5:44am on 12/5/25 by
Thanks for the tip early entry is for everyone not just universal guests
9:25am on 12/4/25 by
Paris and BoM have been open to all so no room key necessary (unlike Nintendo and Dark Universe).
10:49am on 12/4/25 by
Hope your having a great day
6:04pm on 12/4/25 by
I did it all in 1245 mins no early entry or express either limited breaks and food
11:49pm on 12/4/25 by
Is Hulk still rough to ride? Does it bash your head like it used to, or has it gotten better?
11:35am on 11/24/25 by
@nrice Same here friend, EXACT same thing for me. I did do SDR, and I did it 3 times lol, but that was enough. That last time, at night and in the rain, I just flat REGRETTED it!
10:28am on 12/3/25 by
Ah yes. Prob shld be SDR as SR is single rider.
8:26am on 12/4/25 by
While I think VC is better more thrilling ride, SDR made me feel unwell even tho it wasn't quite as "much" IMO as VC. I don't know what it is about that ride. It is well done but I do like VC better.
10:35pm on 12/4/25 by
Best one day EPIC Universe Strategy. No early entry
2:37pm on 12/2/25 by
I'd get there 45 mins before EE. We ubered and it worked great. Go straight to BOM - they don't check for EE there. The next ride will be trickier. The line to get into Nintendo area was long for non-EE. Maybe go grab breakfast in HP area after you do BOM
1:33pm on 12/3/25 by
As others said, do BoM as if you had early entry. If off around regular park opening time I'd try to go to Berk as it opens.
9:47pm on 12/3/25 by
Cools thanks that's great to know. I'll let everyone know how it works out
6:32am on 12/4/25 by
How early should we be at bus stop in the morning at Cabana Bay for Epic EE? This is our first time staying at universal and I feel lost as to what to do!
8:50pm on 11/29/25 by
Try not to feel lost or overwhelmed. UO is WAYYYY more relaxing than WDW. :) I'll admit it's gotten a little more complicated with Epic, but even there, when we went we just "winged it" and had a great time. :)
8:38am on 12/1/25 by
Honestly - I don't think you have to get there super early. It's more about the walk to wherever you're going. It's a bit of a free for all.
1:26pm on 12/3/25 by
Well at least something is free these days.
11:32pm on 12/3/25 by
I noticed tonight that single day AP discount epic tickets are available again for every day in December if you're looking!
9:01pm on 12/3/25 by
It looks like Ministry of Magic is not included in early park access, but the algorithm of plans has us riding it in that time. Is that a flaw in the system, or will it be running in early entry when we arrive?
5:11pm on 12/3/25 by
It is not listed but it has been open at EE for all guests . The plan is not flawed. If you don't ride it 1st at EE, you are behind all guests.
7:07pm on 12/3/25 by
Does anyone know if I buy the 3-park, 2 day express pass, if I can use both days at Epic?
1:39pm on 12/3/25 by
That is what my travel agent said.
3:42pm on 12/3/25 by
If I have express for epic on 12/20 do I have to stress about getting there EE or can we be more leisurely in the am?
8:29am on 12/1/25 by
You'll probably be fine with late start with ExP, especially if stay until closing so can take advantage of the reduced waits in last hour or 2.
9:51pm on 12/1/25 by
It's up to you. We have express last week but wanted to do some rides multiple times. So we did Battle at RD and then Mine Cart and then went back and did them both again with express. But you also might have shorter waits at night.
1:38pm on 12/3/25 by
We did Battle 3x and never waited more than 30 mins. RD, express after lunch and then at like 9pm. That ride is off the charts good!
1:38pm on 12/3/25 by
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