I’m assuming your special area and his special area are different in structure.
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You may be saddened to learn (as I was) that Toadette is not one of the powerup bands you can get. I still don’t own one because I was so massively disappointed.
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I wanted a Donkey Kong or DK one! I couldn’t believe it wasn’t an option??? I’m holding off on buying one! Maybe a DK band will be at Epic because oif the ride… 
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They do have DK and DD bands at Epic!
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Wonderful!! I though I saw that somewhere! When I was at USH for Fan Fest they only offered the basic / “original” ones.
I’m going to get a Mario one. It looks the best (IMHO) and my first initial is M, so I can wear it in my everyday life and it will make total sense and not look weird at all.
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After almost one full year, the Epic Universe Preview Center is now closed!
I know we can all go visit Epic now, but I really wanted to see that model!
I wish they’d use the space to show what’s going on at USH in 2026! New coaster, hotels, remodeled CityWalk and etc…!
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is my reaction to that news
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This is on my bucket list.
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I definitely want to go back.
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@Jeff_AZ : I believe you have (or in the past have) had an AP for Universal when others in your party do not. I imagine you book parts of your trip separately (lodging, etc.) rather than with a package. Is that the best way?
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FYI - I’ve booked at room at Aventura for HHN using the AP rate. I do not have an AP and do not plan to get one while there.
The Loews hotel system and the UOR systems don’t communicate with each other for checking in & out.
Hope that helps!
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Thanks @darkmite2 !
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You should be in jail.
I’ve never been asked if I have an AP at check-in when I’ve booked that rate.
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Wait, for besting the system or for not having an AP?
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Yes
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Yes, I always book everything separately. Much more flexibility for getting ticket deals and hotel deals. Often I get tickets from third party sites that have significant discounts over direct tickets.
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Good idea. I also may change my mind on hotels but am good with some current rates so may go ahead since I like having things booked 
How soon before your trip do you purchase tickets normally?
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Maybe 3 months before, unless there are rumblings about an imminent price increase. Undercover Tourist allows refunds up to a year from purchase, so that is the earliest I would ever buy them.
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