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The Independent Guide to Universal Orlando 2016
The ONLY up to date guidebook and ULTIMATE resource to Universal Orlando's theme parks, hotels and beyond. It is obsessively updated and concise cutting out all the marketing speak and telling you how to maximize your vacation.
This 2016 edition of the guide has been completely revised and rewritten with all new information on new attractions and other park additions!
Highlights:
*Find the most up to date information on The Wizarding World of Harry Potter including the huge Diagon Alley expansion. A look at every ride, shop and restaurant in Hogsmeade and the new Diagon Alley area.
*Learn about the new King Kong ride and Sapphire Falls hotel opening in 2016, plus future attractions such as Fast and Furious and the huge Volcano Bay water park.
*Learn how to spend less time waiting in lines with our exclusive touring plans for Universal Orlando - saving you hours throughout the day.
*A detailed look at EVERY ride, show, attraction, restaurant and on-site hotel.
*Get tons of money-saving tips, including how to slash the price of on-ride photos and in park drinks.
*Our exclusive top tips throughout the guide help you stay ahead of other theme park goers.
*Find out how to save on tickets and Express Passes, get free coupons and much more...
The Most Up to Date and Useful Guidebook This guide book is printed on demand and updated throughout the year - meaning that at the time of purchase you'll have the latest guide, and not something that went to print 6 or 12 months ago. This is particularly important as changes just keep on coming throughout the year!
Full contents:
1. Introduction
2. Tickets - Save big bucks with our tips and a look at every ticket option
3. On-site accommodation - A look at all 5 on-site hotels
4. Getting there - A comprehensive guide on getting to resort, including travelling to and from Walt Disney World to Universal Orlando.
5. Universal Studios Florida - A full park guide including every ride, show, restaurant and more - includes full coverage of the new Harry Potter: Diagon Alley area and King Kong.
6. Islands of Adventure - A full park guide including every ride, show and restaurant - includes detailed coverage of the Harry Potter: Hogsmeade area.
7. Universal CityWalk guide - Full coverage of restaurants, nightclubs, mini-golf, movies theatres and more.
8. Services - Learn about Photo Connect, Express Passes, Child Swap, Internet Access, Package Delivery, Stroller and Wheelchair rentals and much more.
9. Things for the little ones - Keep the smaller members of the family entertained too.
10. Guests with Disabilities - Guest Assistance Cards, discounted tickets, wheelchair rentals and much more.
11. Dining - The top 10 dining locations, how to make dining reservations, a full look at Universal's Meal Plan options and much more.
12. Tips, savings and more - Money saving tips, spend less time queuing, ride height requirements, early park admission, character meet and greets, and more.
13. Comparing Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World - Been to Walt Disney World? This chapter compares the two resorts.
14. Seasonal events - Find out about Halloween Horror Nights, Rock the Universe, A Harry Potter Celebration, the Christmas Holiday season, New Year's Eve, Mardi Gras and many more events in detail.
15. Touring plans - Save time by following our expertly crafted touring plans and make the most of your time. Included are several different plans - choose the best for you.
16. The Future - A look at changes being worked on now and a peek into the future.
This 2016 edition of the guide has been completely revised and rewritten with all new information on new attractions and other park additions!
Highlights:
*Find the most up to date information on The Wizarding World of Harry Potter including the huge Diagon Alley expansion. A look at every ride, shop and restaurant in Hogsmeade and the new Diagon Alley area.
*Learn about the new King Kong ride and Sapphire Falls hotel opening in 2016, plus future attractions such as Fast and Furious and the huge Volcano Bay water park.
*Learn how to spend less time waiting in lines with our exclusive touring plans for Universal Orlando - saving you hours throughout the day.
*A detailed look at EVERY ride, show, attraction, restaurant and on-site hotel.
*Get tons of money-saving tips, including how to slash the price of on-ride photos and in park drinks.
*Our exclusive top tips throughout the guide help you stay ahead of other theme park goers.
*Find out how to save on tickets and Express Passes, get free coupons and much more...
The Most Up to Date and Useful Guidebook This guide book is printed on demand and updated throughout the year - meaning that at the time of purchase you'll have the latest guide, and not something that went to print 6 or 12 months ago. This is particularly important as changes just keep on coming throughout the year!
Full contents:
1. Introduction
2. Tickets - Save big bucks with our tips and a look at every ticket option
3. On-site accommodation - A look at all 5 on-site hotels
4. Getting there - A comprehensive guide on getting to resort, including travelling to and from Walt Disney World to Universal Orlando.
5. Universal Studios Florida - A full park guide including every ride, show, restaurant and more - includes full coverage of the new Harry Potter: Diagon Alley area and King Kong.
6. Islands of Adventure - A full park guide including every ride, show and restaurant - includes detailed coverage of the Harry Potter: Hogsmeade area.
7. Universal CityWalk guide - Full coverage of restaurants, nightclubs, mini-golf, movies theatres and more.
8. Services - Learn about Photo Connect, Express Passes, Child Swap, Internet Access, Package Delivery, Stroller and Wheelchair rentals and much more.
9. Things for the little ones - Keep the smaller members of the family entertained too.
10. Guests with Disabilities - Guest Assistance Cards, discounted tickets, wheelchair rentals and much more.
11. Dining - The top 10 dining locations, how to make dining reservations, a full look at Universal's Meal Plan options and much more.
12. Tips, savings and more - Money saving tips, spend less time queuing, ride height requirements, early park admission, character meet and greets, and more.
13. Comparing Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World - Been to Walt Disney World? This chapter compares the two resorts.
14. Seasonal events - Find out about Halloween Horror Nights, Rock the Universe, A Harry Potter Celebration, the Christmas Holiday season, New Year's Eve, Mardi Gras and many more events in detail.
15. Touring plans - Save time by following our expertly crafted touring plans and make the most of your time. Included are several different plans - choose the best for you.
16. The Future - A look at changes being worked on now and a peek into the future.
144 pages, Paperback
First published January 12, 2014
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May 20, 2015
Really grateful to have this guide ahead of a planned trip to Universal Orlando this summer. Even though I was there a couple of years ago, there are new attractions and policiea. Plus, a refresher course in parkology is always helpful.
The Independent Guide to Universal Orlando is available through Kindle Unlimited, for those who subscribe to that service. One warning: Once you peruse this book, the urge to head straight to Orlando becomes almost unbearable.
The Independent Guide to Universal Orlando is available through Kindle Unlimited, for those who subscribe to that service. One warning: Once you peruse this book, the urge to head straight to Orlando becomes almost unbearable.
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April 23, 2019Great Book!
As I was getting ready to plan ahead for a future Florida trip, I came across this book. This book gives excellent explanations about the parks and rides and gives tips on what to do in your trip to Universal. At the end, it gave a couple of upcoming rides I had no idea about, like a King Kong expansion/ride, Lorax/Smurf rides, and taking down the Twister ride. At the end it also told us about a hotel to be opened in 2016 and a waterpark to be opened in 2018. Everything you would want to know about Universal Orland is in this book, and I would highly recommend it.
As I was getting ready to plan ahead for a future Florida trip, I came across this book. This book gives excellent explanations about the parks and rides and gives tips on what to do in your trip to Universal. At the end, it gave a couple of upcoming rides I had no idea about, like a King Kong expansion/ride, Lorax/Smurf rides, and taking down the Twister ride. At the end it also told us about a hotel to be opened in 2016 and a waterpark to be opened in 2018. Everything you would want to know about Universal Orland is in this book, and I would highly recommend it.
August 5, 2014
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