Top 5 Reasons to Stay 'On Site' at Universal Studios Orlando

When you think of coming to Orlando for a family vacation the main spot that is thought of is Walt Disney World with maybe adding on a day at any other amusement park, like Universal Orlando Resort. With just one day at this amazing park you actually miss alot of the fun you can experience by staying 'on site' and spending a few days.

So here are the Top 5 Reasons to Stay 'On Site' at Universal Studios Orlando

1. When you stay on the property you get to see the Wizarding World of Harry Potter one hour before the park opens every day of your stay.  While most of the rides at Universal have an Express pass option there two major rides in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter are Harry Potter and the hidden Journey in Hogsmead and Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts.  You will be able to ride these rides every day before the park opens. 
2. One of the greatest perk is the Unlimited Express Pass.  You get to skip the regular line at participating attractions; the line is MUCH faster than the regular lines.  If you stay at Lowes Royal Pacific, Lowes Portofino or The Hard Rock hotels the unlimited express pass is included in the price of your stay, however, if you stay at Cabana Bay or an off property hotel the cost is $89 per person per day at the parks. 
3. Staying on property is really close to the parks and City Walk, so close that you can walk, there is also convenient transportation.  This can come in handy if you spent all day at the park and just wanted to get a ride home.  There are bus shuttles and water taxis available. While there is great transportation to the Universal parks there is also complementary shuttles that will take you to SeaWorld, Aquatica,  and Wet and Wild Waterpark.  You will have no need to get in your car while you stay here.
4. Tons of special entertainment and activities for the family to enjoy.  For example on select nights at dusk opera singers comes to the harbor side piazza at Lowes Portofino Bay Hotel to serenade the crowd, at Royal Pacific there is a weekly Wantilan Luau (reservations and separate fee required)
5. You can experience special pools at all the hotels with waterslides and play areas for the kids.  There is also the Mandarin Spa where you can go to pamper yourself.  When you stay here you also get access to City Walk that has great restaurants and entertainment.

 
Universal is a great getaway for the whole family to enjoy.  These are just some of the reasons you should consider staying on site at Universal Studios Orlando.

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About the Author

Tracey DeMarco, Travel Advisor
As a mother of two teens, Tracey DeMarco uses her love for travel to expose her children to new and amazing experiences.  She has taken that passion for making family memories to launch a successful career as a travel advisor for clients from around the world. Tracey is a major Disney fan with over 70 visits to both Florida and California parks and sailed all four ships with Disney Cruise Line.  She specializes in Disney Destinations, Universal Studios, Hawaii and all major cruise lines.  She is a native of New Jersey and currently lives in Bloomingdale, New Jersey with her husband, two children, and amazing dog.