IS THE UNIVERSAL EXPRESS PASS WORTH IT?

If you're planning a trip to Universal Studios, you’ve probably wondered if the Universal Express Pass is worth the extra cost. After spending a full week at all three Universal Orlando parks and using the Premier Annual Pass (which includes Express access after 4 p.m.), we’ve had plenty of time to see how it works—and if it’s really worth it.

10 Things you may not Know You Could Do at Universal Studios Orlando

I have been to Universal Studios 7 times and thought I had a pretty good idea of everything it offered.  I was surprised to find out that there were hidden areas and little details I had not noticed in the past.  

Whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, here are 10 things you may not  know you could do at Universal Studios Orlando.

PHOTOGRAPHING BABIES @UNIVERSAL STUDIOS.

When visiting Universal Studio (or any travel destination) with a baby, it can be a challenge getting good photos of them.  Especially when they are just babies and can't walk or even sit up unassisted.

My grandson was 6 months old when we visited Orlando, Florida.  Here are some of the trip and tricks I used to get some great photos of him.  

GET A VARIETY OF PHOTOS

TIP #1 - Get photos of them interacting with the characters

Capture them making eye contact with the characters.  This is one of my favorite photos.

Little Man loved touching the fur on the characters.  You will see him reach over and touch their furry hands.  

Some children may be fearful of the characters.  Don't stop taking photos if they cry or make funny faces.  Of course, I'm not suggesting that the kids be forced to interact with the characters, I'm saying if they hide behind your legs because they are shy ( like I was) , get that photo.  It will be fun for them to look back on when they are older and their girlfriends or boyfriends visit.

With interaction photos, the point is the capture their true reactions, not just the ones that look "good."

WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER WORLD @ UNIVERSAL STUDIOS

I'm not a  huge Harry Potter fan.  I have never read a Harry Potter book or watched the movies so I wasn't really expecting to be that impressed with Harry Potter World in Orlanda.  

I knew it would be awesome because it's Universal Studios  but I was absoutley blown away. 

Hi, my name is Shelia,  I'm a 52 year old grandmother, and I am addicted to Harry Potter World and frozen Butterbeer.

We were there one evening and one day.  I highly recommend being there in the evenings when it starts getting dark ouside and they turn the lights on inside of the buildings. 

 You will notice the difference when you look throught the pictures below.  It turns a wonderful magical place into a mystical place.