We have been APs for Universal for a few years after our daughter "out-grew" WDW. We were not going to renew, but decided to go ahead and renew and book a weekend trip (just the two of us), mainly to see Epic before the real crowds.
Day 1 (Saturday May 3) we drove up late and checked into Portofino. It's probably our favorite of the on-property hotels, plus we like the advantage of the included express pass. After checking in we headed off to Islands of Adventure. Crowds were not big here which is nice. We did the Forbidden Journey first after a stop in Hog's Head which is always a cool place to get a drink. After that we went over to VelociCoaster which is my favorite. We always wait for the front seats. With Express pass I'm guessing we waited 10 minutes total. After that, as it was getting dark, we rode Skull Island. The park closed at 9PM so we just walked around towards the front a little and enjoyed it. We went over to Big Fire in City Walk and there were no reservations available so we found empty seats at the bar which was a surprise. Dinner was good. After that we went back to the room a little later than expected to prepare for an early morning.
Ex -WDW AP
Current -Universal AP
Ex -TX resident
Current -FL resident
- Roger (ryca1dreams)
Relaxed start to your trip. Sometimes, last minute trips turn out to be the best!!
Linda aka: Faline
INTERCOT Staff: Vacation Planning,Trip Reports and Disney Camping
faline@intercot.com
What a fun start to a last minute trip ... I wish I lived close enough for a last-minute trip! Can't wait to hear all about how it goes.
Heather aka ibelieveindisneymagic
INTERCOT Staff
Engaged at the castle!
My Disney Home is POFQ
