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There are 8 themed areas or islands to explore at Universal Islands of Adventure: Port of Entry, Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, Skull Island: Reign of Kong, Jurassic Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Hogsmeade, The Lost Continent, and Seuss Landing. With over 19 rides and attractions, 3 shows, plus several character encounters, entertainment, kids' play areas, dining and shopping options, there's a ton to see and do at Universal Islands of Adventure.  Here's my list of the top ten Must Do's at Universal Islands of Adventure: 10. Dine at Mythos Restaurant If you're looking for a great table service restaurant, look no further than Mythos Restaurant! This award-winning restaurant is one of only two table service restaurants located at Universal Islands of Adventure. The menu features a mix of Mediterranean, Asian and American cuisine. This is by far my favorite restaurant in all of the Universal Orlando Resort! You can read my full review of this res...

Universal's Aventura Hotel is one of the Prime Value hotels on Universal property. You get all the benefits of a Universal Orlando hotel guest including Early Park Admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (valid theme park admission required), resort-wide charging privileges using your room key card, and direct to hotel deliveries of purchases made at select stores in Universal's theme parks and CityWalk.  Rooms Aventura offers Standard, Deluxe and Kid's Suites room options. The Standard and Deluxe rooms sleep up to 4 guests and the Kid's Suite sleep up to 5 guests. The counter space across from the beds is plentiful but the counterspace/storage options in the bathroom vanity area is a little lacking. The views from our room were spectacular! I definitely recommend asking for a higher floor at this hotel or booking a Skyline View room to guarantee you'll be on a higher floor.  Standard 2 Queen Room The view from our room at Aventura Transportation Aventura o...

Just when we were getting used to Disney's Genie+ services, Disney has decided to release another change to the system.  On June 25, 2024, Disney introduced the new Lightning Lane Multi Pass system.  For Disneyland, it works the same as Genie+ but is branded with a new name.  Instead of Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane, the new name is  Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass.  There will still be the complimentary Genie service.  This new Lightning Lane system began on July 24, 2024. What is Disney Genie service? Disney's Genie service is a free planning tool that guides you through the Disneyland park while providing tips to help plan your day. Guests can find the Genie service on the Disneyland app. The Genie service was released on December of 2021 shortly after Walt Disney World released their version. The free Genie service acts like your very own virtual assistant and lists forecasted wait times, where you can mobile order, manag...

Jollywood Nights Lanyard and Map Christmastime at Walt Disney World is my favorite season to visit the theme parks! You'll find Christmas decorations throughout the parks and resorts, holiday snacks and music to really get you in the mood for the holidays. Last year, Disney announced a brand new, nighttime party at Disney's Hollywood Studios called Disney Jollywood Nights that added some Hollywood glamour and holiday cheer to the festive season.  This separately ticketed event features glitz and glitter, merry mashups, attractions, characters, event-exclusive shows and themed entertainment.  Know Before You Go Disney Jollywood Nights is back in 2024, on 13 select nights from November 9th through December 21st and ticket prices vary by date. Prices range from $159-$179 per ticket, plus tax. Note there is no separate pricing for children's tickets. If you're an Annual Passholder or Disney Vacation Club Member, you can save $10 per ticket, valid for all event nights. It...

Celebrate the formal elegance of a New England style yacht club when you stay at Disney's Yacht Club Resort. This Deluxe Resort is located on Crescent Lake in the EPCOT Resort Area and features numerous dining opportunities and an amazing pool in a truly great location at the Walt Disney World Resort. The resort shares many amenities with its pastel-toned sister resort, Disney's Beach Club Resort.  Rooms Disney's Yacht Club Resort offers several room options including Water or Resort Views as well as Club Level options. Resort Views include views of the gardens, rooftop or parking area and Water Views include views of Crescent Lake or the Quiet Pool. Water View - Club Level rooms offer views of one of the Stormalong Bay Lagoons.  The Water and Resort View rooms sleep up to 5 adults, with 1 King Bed or 1 King Bed and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed, and can accommodate 1 additional guest if under the age of 3 in a Pack n' Play. Water View of Cresc...