DW and I are going to take DS14 to Universal over MLK weekend. Haven’t been to Epic yet so mostly want to focus on that. A few things:
We have lots of Hyatt points so likely are going to stay at Hyatt House across from CityWalk. We usually stay on property but it’ll save close to $900…losing EE stings but seems worth it. Anyone stay there or want to talk me out of off-property? We’ll just use the shuttle/Lyft as it’ll be long park focused days.
If going for three days and wanting to mostly focus on Epic, is the best three day ticket option park-to-park for all three parks?
Express passes don’t look like they’re on sale on Universal’s site but there are express passes available on Undercover Tourist. That seem legit?
I would say that either Express Pass or Early Entry is essential to successfully tackling Epic. With three days and Express Passes, you should easily accomplish everything and repeat favorites.
Yes. I would recommend comparing tickets on Undercover Tourist, UK Attractions, and UOR website. But 3-park 3-day will give you the most bang for your buck having 3-day express passes. You will get one ride on each ride in all three parks, every day.
Yes these are legit and it’s how I bought mine for my June trip. It’s possible they are available on UOR’s website but you are encountering a glitch. Half the time when I got to UOR’s website I can only see one month in advance. But visiting later or from a different browser, or calling, I can see the later dates. I would compare prices from different resellers.
Thanks Jeff. Really good thoughts. After seeing the Epic Nights last night with no lines, I would love to see one of our nights be that in January! I wonder if they’ll add more Epic Nights in January. Sounds like they’d probably want more people to come to make it worth it.
It is a great option, but no big deal if it doesn’t happen. Did you see my solo trip from a couple of weeks ago? I was able to accomplish all rides I wanted to (8 out of 11) plus two shows in Epic in one morning from 9a-2pm without EP. Obviously I had many advantages being a solo traveler and perhaps the CL 4 day I was there might be less crowded than your dates, but any of that should be more than overcome by you having EP and multiple days.
Awesome you got to do a solo trip. I haven’t been on the forum the last few months so I’ll go find it. Your reports are always great, cute kiddos or just great legs.
Only if there is a discrete price increase, which happens once or twice a year. But it isn’t a dynamic increase like EP. I’m not sure when UOR increases prices typically.
Thanks. I vaguely remember that now. A quick search says it’s been inconsistent lately when Universal has increased prices. I’ll be paying attention for sure!
I think when they go up, third party sites often have some inventory at the lower level. Will be curious if they extend the Epic nights into 2027.
Correct. I will often buy from Undercover Tourist. Of course their pre-price raise prices are better, even with the old inventory. So it’s worth buying early if you can swing it. But opportunity cost is different for everyone.