How Does the Deposit Work for a Universal Orlando Vacation?

 

If you've booked a Disney Vacation, you're probably aware that the deposit is always $200. Whether you have 1 person in the room or 6 people in the room, it's always that.

Universal Orlando does things a little differently. The deposit is $50 per person. So if it's a party of two, it only takes $100 to lock in your Universal Orlando Vacation Package!

Another difference is that final payment is due 45 days prior to travel (Disney is 30 days.)

If you want to get a reservation off the market, but aren't ready to commit to the deposit, just like with Disney I can put a Universal Orlando Vacation package on a complimentary hold for you for 3 days.

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Christmas Time at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

 

What is the Wizarding World of Harry Potter like for the holidays? It's so magical and a must for any Harry Potter fan!

Hogsmeade & Diagon Alley are festivally decorated.

There's a dazzling projection of holiday spirit at Hogwarts Castle.

The Frog Choir sings seasonal song.

There's special drinks and treats.

Plus the temps are so much more enjoyable in Orlando this time of year!

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Universal Orlando Premier Resort Perks

 

You know when we talk about the perks of staying at a Premier Resort at Universal Orlando we typically focus on the Express Pass Unlimited being included. Which don't get me wrong, that's probably the biggest perk for me, but the proximity of these resorts is also unbeatable.

This photo was taken right off the walking trail from the Premier Resorts to the front entrance of Universal Studios. Yep, you literally turn off the path and it's right there! And do you notice anything about this photo? Like the lack of people. The walking trail + Early Park Admission puts you getting there to be one of the first families into the park. Not only do you get first access to attractions, but you get some great shots of your family without hundreds of people in the background too.

Don't want to walk? That's okay too! Water taxis will drop you off in the heart of City Walk, putting you a short distance from the park entrances!

Three Broomsticks in Hogsmeade

I love the Three Broomsticks. It's my favorite spot to grab a quick bite in Islands of Adventure! 

Breakfast at Leaky Cauldron in Diagon Alley

 

If you are a fan of Harry Potter visiting the Leaky Cauldron and the Three Broomsticks are a must! The details are so much fun, but the food isn't too bad either!

The Hopping Pot in Diagon Alley

 

The Hopping Pot is a great spot to stop and grab a Butterbeer ($7.99) or other fun drinks and snacks!

Florean Fortescue's Ice Cream Parlour in Diagon Alley

 

There is nothing better than grabbing an ice cream from Florean's and waiting for the dragon atop Gringotts to go off (which happens every 15 minutes.) This Chocolate Strawberry Peanut-Butter Sundae ($7.49) has strawberry peanut-butter ice cream with hot fudge, whipped cream and shortbread crumbles. It was DELICIOUS!

Mel's Drive-In at Universal Studios Florida

 

Mel's is so much fun! We love to look at the vintage cars and who doesn't like somewhere that offers a rootbeer float?

Finnegan's Bar & Grill at Universal Studios Florida

 

Finnegan's does not disappoint! The food, the entertainment, it was all terrific.

Eternelle's Elixir of Refreshment in Diagon Alley

 

Honestly, I've always felt like this was a little too gimmicky for me, but my husband loves a gimmick...which is how we ended up with a $10 water...