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Guide to Characters at Universal Orlando to Meet and Greet (Updated 2023)

Who is your favorite character to meet when you visit Universal Orlando Resort? With over 65 different character meet and greets between Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, you could spend an entire day meeting them and still not see everyone. Below I have a list of the Universal Orlando Character Meet and Greets, where to meet them, and how to plan your visit. 

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Best Universal Hotel for Families

Are you looking for the best places to stay at Universal Orlando? We are sharing the best universal hotel for families as well as comparing the Universal Orlando resorts to help you choose the best resort for your Universal Orlando vacation.

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Best Water Rides at Universal Orlando

Are you planning a Universal Orlando vacation? Today we are sharing the best water rides at Universal Orlando including water attractions at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme parks.

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Guide to Universal Parks and Resorts Orlando Florida

We have visited the Universal parks and resorts in Orlando, Florida many times as a family of five, and there is a reason we keep coming back. This guide to the Universal Orlando resort will teach you all about the Universal parks and the Universal on-site resorts to help plan your family vacation.

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Walt Disney World vs Universal Orlando | What Theme Park is Best for Your Orlando Vacation

The epic question of Walt Disney World vs. Universal Orlando can lead to many opinions between serious theme park fans. While the answer depends on what type of vacation you are looking for and who you are traveling with, there are a few big differences between Disney World and Universal. Today we break it down to help you decide between a Disney World or Universal Orlando vacation.

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Guide to Special Events at Universal Orlando

If you are planning a visit to Universal Orlando you may want to be aware of the special events at Universal Orlando throughout the year. These events are typically included with your admission to the park and can be a great time to visit the Universal parks.

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Universal Endless Summer Resort Dockside Review

If you are looking for a budget friendly resort at Universal Orlando and a great place to stay, look no further than Universal Endless Summer Resort Dockside! Our family of five spent a week at the Dockside Inn 2 Bedroom suite and we’re sharing the pros and cons to staying at this value resort during your Universal Orlando vacation.

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Hard Rock Hotel Orlando Review

Hard Rock Hotel Orlando Review

Hard Rock Hotel Orlando is walking distance to the Universal Orlando theme parks and includes unlimited express pass with your stay. We wanted to take advantage of these perks and that is why we decided to stay at the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando.

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Planning a Universal Orlando Vacation

When you start to plan a Universal Orlando vacation it is important to understand the Universal theme parks, what type of tickets to purchase as well as how to plan your Universal Orlando itinerary. This is our full Universal Orlando vacation guide to help plan your vacation.

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10 Best Places to Take Pictures at Universal Orlando Resort

A family vacation wouldn’t be complete without some amazing pictures. I love taking pictures on our vacations and Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure have some great places to capture your family vacation moments. I’ve rounded up the best places to take pictures at Universal Orlando that you need to check out on your next visit to the parks.  

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Toothsome Chocolate Emporium Review

When you walk into the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen at Universal Orlando Resort you walk into magic. From the outside, you see the smoke stacks and its steam punk factory look. As you enter the smell of sweets and the staff welcomes you. The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen is restaurant theming at its best.

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