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I am staying at Hard Rock for 1 night, for the Express pass benefit. I've heard it's actually good for 2 days of express pass. On your check out day it still works.
Yep - that's right - 2 days of FOTL for one night's stay! You will be completely spoiled by not waiting in line!
Yes, I'm looking forwad to it, not a bad deal if you calculate the additional $ you would have to spend to buy the pass. My 1st choice was The royal Pacific, but no BCAA rate was avail. I like the tropical theme, living in British Columbia!
Today we decided to go up to Orlando 2 days earlier & stay by Sea World, & got The Hyatt near the convention centre for $40/night thru Hotwire for 2 nights. woohoo!
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We went to Universal for 4 days during the last week of June 2007. We didn't buy the express pass, and I don't think we had many long waits at all. Also, with the 7 day ticket for $81.00, you can go at a leisurely pace. I would definitely say that express passes weren't necessary, and we were there at a busy time.
I have never experienced long lines at Universal any time we have visted. There might be one ride with a wait, but like you say, if you go earlier or stay later, those lines even go down.
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Last time we were there in Aug, they still had the free express pass machines (like the WDW fast pass), and there were lots of long waits for the popular rides. You had to race to the popular attractions at opening to beat the lines, or use the express pass which I hear isn't there anymore, except as a pay option.
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We're on our way to US & IOA for the first time and was wondering what lines would be like. I got a great rate on Royal Pacific so we are staying there and the service is free (didn't know that at time of booking). We will probably use it alot but then use the regular lines later to see all the detail. We'll be there June 22-27. Anyone else going to be around?
We're on our way to US & IOA for the first time and was wondering what lines would be like. I got a great rate on Royal Pacific so we are staying there and the service is free (didn't know that at time of booking). We will probably use it alot but then use the regular lines later to see all the detail. We'll be there June 22-27. Anyone else going to be around?
No need to use the regular lines - Take advantage of the FOTL access you get with your room key - you won't miss a thing by bypassing the regular queue lines I promise! Your room key is good for unlimited use in the Express line, so definitely take advantage of that.
Thanks alot!!! We probably won't bother with the regular lines then. I am used to Disney putting so much into the line area. By the way, we are also hitting Hollywood Studios on June 22 Sunday for Star Wars Weekend.
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Well, some of the queue lines are fairly interesting, but I've never encountered one at any park that I would rather stand in line versus riding the attraction extra times!
Have fun!! When you return you'll have to tell me how well the Express Pass worked. I'm going in Aug & staying at The Hard Rock, got a CAA rate. Outnofcuriosity what kind of rate did you get for The Royal Pacific?
We got the room for $207. a night (we think that's good for a deluxe resort) because we are staying at least 5 nights (not sure how long). The major selling point was walking distance to the parks and free room upgrade if available by being a Loew's member (for free at their website). It also has 3 great pools. We'll also get fresh fruit and bottled water upon check-in that's one of the perks for becoming a member. You can choose from different things like beer or wine and nuts, etc. and change your choice any time.
I be sure to let you know the Express Pass works out.
Yes, I think that's a good discount( on their web site it's $214 a night) , we got a CAA discount for the Hard Rock. I choose the wine, lol! Nice perk!
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