Read Part 1: Islands of Adventure and Part 2: Universal Studios

Universal’s three on-site hotels (all AAA Four Diamond rated) provide an atmosphere for guests to enjoy their vacation, no matter how they define the word relax …... Read More

Read Part One, Islands of Adventure

Universal Studios Florida is dedicated to movies and moviemaking . There are live shows, such as the one that traces the evolution of horror makeup, as well as more interactive rides like Disaster, which puts guests in the thick of the action. It’s also home to rides based on some of the most iconic characters on the planet – Jaws, The Simpsons, Shrek and more. ... Read More

As I emerged from The Hulk after my first-ever experience being upside-down on a roller coaster, I asked myself, “Why didn’t I do this before? It’s so awesome!”

That thrilling feeling was palpable during my entire four-day trip to the Universal Orlando Resort, one of the best trips I’ve ever had. Universal taps into my inner-child sense of wonder, but it also has a side that appeals to more sophisticated, grown-up sensibilities. Everything at Universal is elevated – it’s a resort anyone can enjoy.... Read More

Book any time in February to receive $50 savings (must use offer code: uniAAA50)  when you book a 4-night or longer vacation package. Universal Orlando Resort is where you'll find the Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure theme parks (with The Wizarding World of Harry Potter), the CityWalk... Read More

All aboard the Hogwarts Express!  The Wizarding World of Harry Potter opened on June 18 to great fanfare and much excitement, complete with a celebrity-filled grand opening and tons of media coverage. If you’ve ever imagined or hoped that you could wave a wand and do magical things, a trip to The Wizarding World is probably the closest you’ll come to the real thing.... Read More

 
This post was written by Anthony J. Adubato from AAA Mid-Atlantic.

It's been a long time in the making, but the Wizarding World of Harry Potter celebrated its grand opening June 18.  If you haven't heard about it, I don't know where you've been hiding, but I'll do my best to catch you up.  I was lucky enough to be one of the first visitors to the Universal Orlando Resort attraction and I have to say I was in awe of what they've managed to create. ... Read More

The following tips were provided by AAA's Sabrina Falcon in our Partnership Programs department.

Summer is here and the kids are out of school.   As usual they want to visit Universal Orlando Resort – I love the park but was dreading the lines, the heat, the crowds… Being a Florida resident, I’ve learned to develop a strategy before entering the parks so we can make the most of our visit.  Here are a few suggestions I find helpful:

1) Make a game plan before your visit. Figure out which rides interests you the most.  There are detailed... Read More