Top 6 Mistakes Made When Visiting Universal Studios Orlando

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@blueberries408 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!! Thinking about planning a trip there soon and this video definitely helped out a lot! Thank you

@tiffanyquinn4810 3 жыл бұрын

This video was perfect. You gave a lot of helpful tips. Thank you

@jessieg5502 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm subscribed and ready to binge-watch!

@colbyburchfield 3 жыл бұрын

You should make a Rix Top Six for your most anticipated hhn house this year

@jacobcardenas1626 3 жыл бұрын

A mistake that I also would also personally add is having regrets. Wether it’s not trying a fun drink, not going on a ride or missing out on some merchandise, you don’t want to have regrets. This is especially key for people who may only be getting to go this one time, yes some of these things may be scary or expensive, but almost every single time it is worth the extra dollar or the extra scare for the best experience at the parks!

@whiterose0o047 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Rick you met me today at universal studios today I was really happy meeting you!

@briannalauren86 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so helpful! We had a trip planned in March 2020 but due to pandemic the parks closed during our dates. Now we are planning an even better visit later this year and I can only thank your tips for making my vacation planning even better! Been watching since 2019 😊

@SandbarSofaSurfers 3 жыл бұрын

I got to see you capture those Awesome Veloci-Coaster shots live at the soft opening. That was beyond rad! I have been watching your videos silently, but always liking what I watch. I didn't want to interrupt you while you were working. It was Definitely Super Cool to see you getting the shot. Thanks Ric.

@xXxDigitalBathxXx 3 жыл бұрын

Going in October and will be binge watching your videos! Thanks for the content

@inkedenvy4205 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the upload Rick! My trip is in three months, I’m literally bursting with excitement!!

@lucas.2monthsagoedited491 3 жыл бұрын

The place is a shit hole

@sarayutzy7352 3 жыл бұрын

Need this coming in August for the first time more than a day. We will be there 5 days so excited.

@carrieallen6535 3 жыл бұрын

Hydration is King. We take our own water bottles in and refill them, sometimes we bring in the powdered drink mixes as well. Also wear comfy shoes.

@OklahomaCoasterFan 3 жыл бұрын

We unknowingly made mistake # 1: coming during cheerleading competitions, which you forgot to include. We thought early May would be quiet. Wow, were we wrong! Tuesday and Wednesday were crazy in spots. The entry line to get into Islands stretched into the parking garage. Hagrid's line stood still, as hundreds of people flooded the soon-to-be express line with access passes. I don't know what that was about. Fortunately, the preceeding weekend was much calmer, and we did stay at Royal Pacific and took advantage of those express passes on other things. Without that, it would've been a miserable waste of a trip. We enjoyed getting to meet you two.

@richardsfee 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice thanks . We are flying from Northern Ireland this October taking the kids to Universal and staying onsite, your videos have been so helpful with all the tours, experiences and pro tips. Keep up the great work 👏

@ETERNALOLGA 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you! it help a lot to get better plan decision vacation time with family. Well done good information.

@PurplePhoenix2186 3 жыл бұрын

When planning our first trip your videos are all that we watched to get prepare for the trip. I also recommend you to anyone I know planning a trip to Universal.

@thundercat8601 3 жыл бұрын

I stayed at the Royal Pacific last year for a few nights and the free Express Pass was invaluable. Definitely worth it!

@user-qn2iq5wx1o 3 жыл бұрын

Love this video!😆 Greetings from Japan🇯🇵

@lisaking4548 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the update

@bryanchavez3870 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Rick l saw you today at universal studios!! Thanks for the pictures 👌

@phadelic 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate this I really want to visit universal studios.This cleared a lot of my questions

@krystagreen3094 3 жыл бұрын

#4 - I have markers on my kitchen door with all the ride heights for Universal & Busch Gardens, so my youngest can see what he'll be able to go on when we're allowed to fly to Florida again. Love from the UK 🇬🇧

@debbiborella8094 3 жыл бұрын

What a great idea!

@joannecasey3973 3 жыл бұрын

We always treat ourselves to a couple of nights at hard rock hotel to get the fast pass. It makes for a chilled out luxurious break

@amandalee1655 3 жыл бұрын

I watched A LOT of your videos when preparing for our second family trip since it was during Christmas time. I downloaded the app and made a list of rides my kids could do since I have a 9yr old and 4yr old. I also added the rides that do child swap as well.

@brucewayne-cn4vd 3 жыл бұрын

Its crazy to see people waiting in line to buy tickets when they could do it on their phones for cheaper.

@Brandon_and_the_argonauts 3 жыл бұрын

Just got back, and I didn’t make any of these mistakes thanks to your videos. Thanks.

@aaronriggan2373 3 жыл бұрын

When my wife and I did Universal Orlando a couple years ago, we stayed at Aventura. While the bus was nice, we quickly found out that the water taxi from Sapphire Falls was a VERY short walk away. Even better, the security check at the water taxi was MUCH shorter than the one at the main gate. So pro tip if you're staying at Aventura - just walk on over to the Sapphire Falls water taxi dock!

@gabgarcia7 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, my vacay is only by the end of this month 😫 but I thank God at least I can go.. thanks for this video !! I’ll try to make a video there 🙂

@mgoops 3 жыл бұрын

Saw you outside hagrids during the downpour . Didn't feel it was an appropriate time but hope I can meet you sometime. We had a great time thanks for all your content and tips 👍

@rachelnorton020 3 жыл бұрын

I am going to Universal / IOA May 21st to celebrate my graduation!

@tonymaxwell5281 3 жыл бұрын

hey rix great vids, im in uk and when you say spring break and summer break could you put exact dates on that ...because im not sure when exactly you mean

@SethCrimson 3 жыл бұрын

Tasty background music my man🤙

@pittpirate1818 3 жыл бұрын

Number one mistake - going in the summer when it is hot as Hades. I always go off season and make the visit so much more enjoyable. Hopefully mid-September if all plans out. To me this was top six mistakes followed by a rickamendation. Well done.

@gabgarcia7 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, when u only have vacay in July 😫 u must take it lol

@williamlayton1827 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Florida it will be less crowded in sept but still hot as hell.

@pittpirate1818 3 жыл бұрын

@@williamlayton1827 Was there in July was super hot, been there in September before will be hot but fingers crossed not 100 degrees with 95% humidity like it was when I was there in July. If it is that hot - will just deal. Prefer March but not open enough yet this year.

@largol33t1 2 жыл бұрын

Um, one small issue: that month is hurricane season. I TRIED to go in September and wound up cancelling. If I had stuck to the original plan, my flight would have been held back anyway: the hurricane struck the very day my plane would have arrived in Orlando.

@lisaanderson6565 3 жыл бұрын

That so good 😊

@jamesgilbert9568 3 жыл бұрын

One addition. Always verify park closing times day of, and see what is affected by the closing. A few years ago my family and I were planning to have dinner at fast food boulevard in Springfield, only to discover the restaurants were all closed because they closed 1 hour before park closing AND the park was closing an hour early. So this meant that trying to eat a 4 pm on a day that was usually a 6 pm close wasn’t possible because the park was closing at 5, and fast food boulevard had already closed at 4 pm. Also I’d recommend checking the value of the fast passes included at the premium hotels versus buying them separately based on your planned park days and how many rides you are really going to ride. The difference from the premium hotels to Sapphire Falls can be several hundred dollars a night, and while a fast pass can run you $75 per pass, if you are planning to stay on property for 7 nights, but only go to the park for 4 days, and of those 4 days only plan to focus on rides for one or two days, you would actually be better off staying at Sapphire (still a beautiful property with a great beach feel) and buying fast passes for the 2 days. And if you were looking at a specific premium resort because of a certain restaurant or shops, you can take the boat from Sapphire to the main hub in city walk and immediately take a boat to the premium hotel you want to eat, shop, or visit.

@largol33t1 3 жыл бұрын

A suggestion I tried that seems to work: if you want to go in January, wait at least 7-9 days before you go. That way the New Year's vacation people will have left and the parks/CityWalk won't be jam packed. ONE tradeoff: it can get cold in South Florida so do not forget a jacket or at least a sweater.

@vantastic9367 3 жыл бұрын

You're right about Easter weekend, packed even with the "limited capacity." I splurged and bought a VIP pass (pricey), and skipped all the lines even the line for Hagrid's Motorbike ride. It's worth it, if you live far away and don't visit Universal Studios often. And I bought my two park ticket at the resort kiosk, they sell the ticktes there if you don't buy them online.

@NessieMay 3 жыл бұрын

Yay, a top six! 🥳

@lasibel 3 жыл бұрын

if i go early october, will it be too busy bc of halloween events?

@sharonh5399 3 жыл бұрын

We went for the first time July 2020. Only mistake I made was not staying at the premiere hotel for the express pass. It might have saved us $100. We stayed at Cabana Bay for 3 nights and then stayed at Disney for 4 days. Then drove back home to IL. Next time I will get the premiere hotel for 1 night.

@horaciolinares8597 3 жыл бұрын

The vlog is awesome but really the question I have is how do you keep your skin so smooth? Is it a special shaver? Shave Cream ? What is it? Totally Smooth 😁👍

@tereknor 3 жыл бұрын

Ah Dang it!!! Missed the premiere, also we can only come over from the uk in August so we’ll always make that mistake!! LOL!!

@sharonbateman2513 3 жыл бұрын

Is that confirmed yet for trips from UK ?

@tereknor 3 жыл бұрын

@@sharonbateman2513 nothing has been confirmed yet. There is to be an announcement this afternoon in uk for green listed countries that we can travel to after the 17th but I doubt it will include the US.

@sharonbateman2513 3 жыл бұрын

@@tereknor thanks David I have cancelled twice but let’s hope we can get there soon , good luck I have rebooked for next year now

@tereknor 3 жыл бұрын

@@sharonbateman2513 we’re the same. Hopefully we can get out there for next August. 🤞🏻

@hailiepridgen9027 3 жыл бұрын

I just purchased tickets for the 19th and 20th of November through Universals site, but you mentioned the meetup some of the meet up dates were also on those two days. Will this interfere with my tickets?

@erinwhomp 3 жыл бұрын

I saw you in the park today! But I didn't get the chance to say hi. My husband and I are huge fans😁 we were hoping to meet you while we were here for our honeymoom

@smurphy2807 3 жыл бұрын

I’m going in December- how much does express pass cost to add on? Thanks

@sasesq4000 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Rick. Visited Universal 3x in 5 years from PA. We go in mid/late October, still warm enough for water rides, but past the hot summer temps, & prior to holiday crowds. We stayed at Hard Rock 2x & Royal Pacific 1x, which is worth it because you can walk to either park in < 10 minutes (no waiting for boats or buses) and the unlimited Express Pass is worth it ... no appointments or 1x only ride experience ... you can go over & over if you want. Hope to visit again when the covid restrictions are Over.

@tasbar7743 3 жыл бұрын

Love the Harry Potter videos

@royduque1497 3 жыл бұрын

Theres alot of areas like mummy and escape from gringots that have amazing cues that i think are worth going into normally no matter the time.

@matthewgrear3260 3 жыл бұрын

Staying at a premier hotel and having the express passes and having a few people in the family almost pays for itself

@Illumineerkingdom 3 жыл бұрын

7 days and counting. Can we activate/ pick up season passes at the hotels or volcano bay?

@DarthDaddy-cg6ro 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@mrjiggawatt 3 жыл бұрын

You should do a video about getting into City Walk or Volcano Bay from the parking lot/ride share drop off. It’s a little confusing for newbies.

@jguygytttuh 3 жыл бұрын

Used to think orlando informer was the best time to go, but now that it sells out, lines can be just as long if not longer on popular rides

@kittykathy9532 3 жыл бұрын

How many express passes do you get when you stay at Premier hotels? What do the passes cost in general?

@footballskatemom 3 жыл бұрын

So I agree about staying at the Premier resorts and getting express pass. Mi only deviation is if you are a solo traveler and. I stayed at Dockside and bought the express pass only one of my days. I have relatives in Orlando with annual passes so it made more sense financially to do that. I’m coming with my son in law and daughter and will stay at Royal Pacific.

@michellelesener5636 3 жыл бұрын

Do they have the freestyle machines open? I think they had freestyle cups in the park when I went last but it was several years ago since I went. Would it be worthwhile to get one of the cups to refill it with water at times as well?

@donnam6699 3 жыл бұрын

Freestyle is open

@calettawright 3 жыл бұрын

I do wish you would have made this video a month ago 😩 thanks for the great videos.

@worm3598 3 жыл бұрын

What food place in the park has the Buffalo chicken shown at 3:04 ?

@abbiejoliec3133 3 жыл бұрын

I compared the military price for Portofino Bay and the military prices for Express passes and Endless Summer Dockside and the difference was too great to choose other than Dockside! Had this been a family of four rather than a solo trip, that may not have been true.

@JaysHobbys 3 жыл бұрын

The crowd calender for this last Monday and Tuesday was off just a tad bit.... That was due to the 2 cheerleader competitions going on. My daughter was apart of those competition but thankfully I have annual passes so I was not worried about the crowd level plus I was staying at pontifino Bay so we had express passes. The funny thing is I am actually thinking about applying for a job there for there Technician, Industrial Electronics/Electrical (Ride & Robotics) Figured I have been working on electronics and mechanical systems for over 20 years with the military and as defense contractor might as well see what they say.

@RixRoadTrips 3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Let us know how it goes. Good LUCK!

@trangpham88 3 жыл бұрын

Another tip is getting the explorer universal ticket if you are staying multiple days/nights because it allows you to go or all three parks without purchasing multiple park to park tickets for each day. Also the explorer ticket last for 14 days/2weeks. For me and my brother, we think it is worth the price we pay for the explorer ticket for our duration of our universal Orlando trip.

@melissaj9108 3 жыл бұрын

Can someone help me out i have a quick question I ordered 2 tickets for both parks and i did the option of it being moblie how do i do the locker system with a moblie ticket

@RixFlix 3 жыл бұрын

The locker attendants gives a locker ticket to use😎

@t_cheating8239 3 жыл бұрын

Can you still use boats when you don't stay on property?

@lianelayman6584 3 жыл бұрын

I'll be at Universal oct. 9, 2022 but not for the Halloween show and Islands of adventures on Columbus day, is that OK?

@gumbyschannel9545 3 жыл бұрын

i’ve been so excited to see me say the closing line and i’m so curious when it’s going to be in a video:0

@RixFlix 3 жыл бұрын

When did you do it, in bad at file management?

@gumbyschannel9545 3 жыл бұрын

@@RixFlix haha it was last friday i was wearing the spider-man gear and we were by the butter beer cart with my family

@fromjenettesview3338 3 жыл бұрын

My husband loves sparkling water too! He recently had heat exhaustion at work.....and the doctor told him to cut the carbonated water, as it actually dehydrates you! So be careful!

@batkat0 2 жыл бұрын

It does not dehydrate you. Nearly all of the medical data we have comparing carbonated water vs flat water points to equal hydration. I would get a doctor that gives advice based on evidence not old wives' tales.

@justinpascal8332 2 жыл бұрын

Can you buy express passes for volcano bay

@aaronboles3806 3 жыл бұрын

I liked universal and we are going back in the future, but if you got little kids, ages 4 and under, unless you got 1 or 2 adults who are gonna do things with the kids specifically, it may not be the best theme park to go to yet. That's my opinion and what I have learned. Great video again.

@maryanncarpenter3060 3 жыл бұрын

I just go ahead and like the video when I see the announcement because I know I’m going to.

@Retro_Treasures 3 жыл бұрын

We'll be there the last week of May. This is our 4th trip in the last year, so we only plan on going to the park Monday - Thursday 24th-27th. How bad do you think those weekdays will be?

@hotgirllargetits6705 3 жыл бұрын

bad. right when schools getting out for most.

@stookis8954 3 жыл бұрын

HYDRATE IS A MUST! Rule of thumb ive learned is to pre-drink(no not alcoholic drinks :) before you head into the parks-typically a full 30-60 minutes

@rodrix4324 2 жыл бұрын

What about the last week of February to the first week of March?

@wickedmasshole2258 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder if when you stay at the premier hotels if you get express the day you check in and the day you check out. One night stay would essentially get you two day of express... I wonder.... 🤔

@donnam6699 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, you get both days. If you get there before check in time, they will store your luggage and you get to go enjoy the park

@jessieg5502 3 жыл бұрын

Are Express passes like Disney's Fast passes? Disney currently has a pause on fast passes. Is this the same for Universal? I do understand these are two separate companies. I'm just curious.

@RixFlix 3 жыл бұрын

It’s a skip the regular line pass, but you have to purchase. And the price varies, the busier the day the more they cost

@staceyconroy1630 3 жыл бұрын

The video is great, and I agree with all of the mistakes to avoid. 😎🌴 Express passes for tomorrow over $200😩🤯. That’s more than a park ticket. Total would be over $360 🤯😳😎🌴 For one person for one day. 😳🙃 Ouch.

@mychalharmon1 3 жыл бұрын

Is the line usually long for annual pass pick ups?

@jasonb.ig_ern9905 3 жыл бұрын

If you're staying at a Universal hotel you can pick them up/purchase them there to avoid potential long lines at the park.

@Rose-kt8lm 3 жыл бұрын

Is it true that only people that stay at their hotels can go in?

@ghostlyman5502 3 жыл бұрын

i’m going this saturday and sunday will it be busy?

@joycor1419 3 жыл бұрын

Sure you’ve probably realized this by now, but weekends are always pretty crummy. The hotels are all booked up this whole week so it seems like the timing is a bit unfortunate.

@jasonb.ig_ern9905 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like Hulk opened there single rider line today. I wonder if they where still leaving a seat open between parties or if this is a sign the velocicoaster single rider line will be open after the grand opening.

@coastercountdowns6769 3 жыл бұрын

So do they put single riders with 2s so there’s still 1 seat in between groups or are they putting them with 3s so all 4 seats are in use

@jasonb.ig_ern9905 3 жыл бұрын

@@coastercountdowns6769 that's what I was wondering. It was reported on numerous websites it was open and they started the 3 feet social distancing yesterday. So I'm assuming they'd put one person with a party of two leaving a seat between them but if that isn't the case here's to hoping the velocicoaster single rider will be available when it opens.

@jasonb.ig_ern9905 3 жыл бұрын

Just read the velocicoaster single rider was open today so i assume they're filling all seats on hulk

@HoldensaurusTheDinoGamer 3 жыл бұрын

@@coastercountdowns6769 no, they fully pack the rides now like old times.

@marionass593 3 жыл бұрын

Hmm what if you add dueling dragons on the list that red coaster was very intense I would say even better then hulk very close to velciocoaster

@robertpolk9910 3 жыл бұрын

Rick was addicted to soda...I was addicted to the Hokey Pokey, then I turned myself around! Sorry, had to do that dad joke! lol

@marrisamuse7630 3 жыл бұрын

I would say do the math when it comes to the express pass. Depending on the amount of people in your group it may be cheaper to buy the express passes separately. The premier hotels are way more than the preferred hotels...like hundreds. And express passes don't work at Volcano Bay.

@user-zh3ce6km5f Жыл бұрын

When you say easter week. Is it the week before or after the easter weekend ?

@RixFlix Жыл бұрын

The week before and the week after both have higher attendance

@user-zh3ce6km5f Жыл бұрын

@@RixFlix thank you

@greatone33j 3 жыл бұрын

The Orlando Informer plugs have increased exponentially lately..

@RixFlix 3 жыл бұрын

They are a great brand to align with, and I get tons of offers but it just makes sense. They lean to more universal stuff as do I. I only work with organizations I trust.

@greatone33j 3 жыл бұрын

@@RixFlix Definitely great group. One of these days I'm going to go to a meet up.

@kenyak2959 3 жыл бұрын

How does that work? The meetup thing?

@fourlittlebirds6166 2 жыл бұрын

First trip we did was three days week of July going into August (absolutely awful.) - too many people and WAY too hot mid summer. Next, by chance we went in early October. Yes, the fright night displays were up. But difference between Orlando and Hollywood-Hollywood does NOT cover up all their displays (ie gory, graphic etc-not great for small children) where as Orlando DOES. Maybe due to weather etc. first week of October we also found out is the last week of “busy summer season” for Orlando. So water parks still open, all summer perks still available with greatly reduced crowds (volcano bay was amazing with very few people) and the weather is still great, humidity is low, and rain is not super frequent. We had the best time ever with our four kids going in October. Highly recommend that time. And no, we didn’t go to Halloween horror nights, and we still had a great time with the parks closing earlier for those events.

@jimconnoy6133 3 жыл бұрын

I buy my tickets online and get them at the will call booth

@largol33t1 3 жыл бұрын

I booked mine through Universal's online ticket office. Once I got off the plane, I just went to the kiosk near the bus pickup and showed my ID and reservation number. It took only 4 minutes tops.

@christinedubois5954 2 жыл бұрын

I highly agree with the sign on The Simpsons’ RV! And might I add something else to that sentiment. Dudley Do Right or Bust!!!!

@Kin2InuYasha 3 жыл бұрын

7:51 jumping off the bridge on top of the boat is still technically taking the boat.

@faco050 4 ай бұрын

Hello! This is Texas! Utep minors! We were their tues, and Wednesdays. Spoke to murph at chef alcatraz. Did your advice. For the special drink. For shout out to u and murph. Ill put up a pic when u put a shout out. Cant wait to here about alcatraz again

@mrwitt5309 3 жыл бұрын

Rix is my hero

@wcarlyle6912 3 жыл бұрын

I am going to universal in may 29th and my brothers friends and my family are staying At Portofino bay and I got express passes and my brothers friend doesn’t so there are going to get the when they check in tip go to Portofino bay if u want express passes. Have a good day