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We have decided to do a trip to universal between last and next Disney trip, We went a few years ago, and stayed off site as on site was so expensive. They are advertising a new "Moderate/Value resort". It looks nicely themed, opening in sections. W want to go for 7-8 days, doing a day at SeaWorld, and a trip to DTD to get our fix! I saw flex tickets that included multiple attractions. has anyone used these, are they a good value?
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The new resort is much less expensive but it also doesn't come with the front of line passes the other resorts have, in case you wanted that perk. I'm not sure if they've opened up yet as I haven't seen any reviews.
If you plan to use all components, the Flex passes should be a good deal
We were contemplating staying at the Cabana Bay and adding on the Unlimited Express Pass but decided against it. Our trip is in May and it looks like there will still be construction then - some areas don't open until 7/2014. Plus it turns outs to be cheaper to stay at the Royal Pacific and purchase buy two get one day free park to park tickets. I'm not sure if you can add the Unlimited Express to the Flex but it's worth looking in to if it's important to you (I can't imagine any other way.)
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We thought the Royal Pacific was beautiful and really enjoyed the brief walk to the parks from the resort. We were surprised though by how small the room was and how much wasted space was in the room. I think they need to consult Disney on how to make the most of small areas. LOL
We were contemplating staying at the Cabana Bay and adding on the Unlimited Express Pass but decided against it. Our trip is in May and it looks like there will still be construction then - some areas don't open until 7/2014. Plus it turns outs to be cheaper to stay at the Royal Pacific and purchase buy two get one day free park to park tickets. I'm not sure if you can add the Unlimited Express to the Flex but it's worth looking in to if it's important to you (I can't imagine any other way.)
The Royal Pacific is beautiful and if you stay in one of the Deluxe on-site hotels (like the Royal Pacific) it comes with the Express Pass (Unlimited front of the line pass) for select attractions. At this time you can book the new Cabana Bay starting April 1st 2014. For both you will have to pay to add on park-to-park passes so that you will be able to go to more than one park per day. The cost of this depends on how many days you plan on purchasing tickets for.
We used to only do one park per day, but starting this summer when Diagon Alley opens you will need to have a park-to-park pass if you want to be able to ride the Hogwarts Express between Diagon Alley in the Universal Park and Hogsmeade in Islands Of Adventure Park.
Whatever you decide, you will have a blast. Our family really likes Universal Parks & Resorts. They may not be Disney but they offer something different & exciting in their own way that can't be found anywhere else.
Have Fun!!!
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We have decided to do a trip to universal between last and next Disney trip, We went a few years ago, and stayed off site as on site was so expensive. They are advertising a new "Moderate/Value resort". It looks nicely themed, opening in sections. W want to go for 7-8 days, doing a day at SeaWorld, and a trip to DTD to get our fix! I saw flex tickets that included multiple attractions. has anyone used these, are they a good value?
We bought tickets a few years ago for Universal/Seaworld& Aquatica. We stayed at HRH for 2 days to get the benefit of Express Pass, loved it!! Then moved across the street to The Doubletree for remainder of trip. Thought Doubletree had great park transportation, ran freq. many more drop off/pick up times then some other hotels in the area. And there was an I trolley stop at the corner we used to get to outlet mall!
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