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Universal Orlando - Intro for Families to Universal Orlando Theme Park

Universal Orlando is the number-two Orlando Florida attraction, with two major theme parks, three resorts, and CityWalk shopping/entertainment complex including ongoing performances by Blue Man Group.

Islands of Adventure - Universal Orlando Theme Park

The Islands of Adventure theme park at Universal Orlando has thrill rides for 'teens and 'tweens, Seuss Landing for little kids,lots more.

Islands of Adventure: Top Tips for Visiting

Tips for enjoying this Universal Orlando theme park: what to bring, where to park, how to avoid line-ups, lots more.

Universal Studios Florida - tips

Highlights and tips for families visiting this Univeral Orlando theme park.

Universal Orlando: How to Get Fast Access to Rides

Best way is to stay at a Universal Orlando resort! You can also buy Universal Express Plus passes, for fast one-time access to popular attractions; or buy a premium VIP tour.

Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando

It's an annual event: the Universal Studios Florida theme park celebrates Mardi Gras with a giant parade and more. On several weekens, mid-February to mid-April; dates are different every year.

Seuss Landing, at Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando

A 10-acre zone for little kids at Islands of Adventure (see above), with Cat in the Hat and other beloved Dr. Seuss characters.

Portofino Bay Hotel - for families

The Portofino Bay Hotel-- part of Universal Orlando-- has beautiful architecture, convenient access to the Universal Orlando theme parks (by free watertaxi shuttle, or a garden walkway), front-of-the-line access for guests to popular theme park rides, large freeform pool with waterslide and sandy "beach", and Campo Portofino children's activity center,

Hard Rock Hotel - Universal Orlando

The Hard Rock Hotel is part of the Universal Orlando complex, that includes the Islands of Adventure theme park and Universal Studios Florida theme parks. The Hard Rock features: rock memorabilia; huge "beach pool" with waterslide; and -- perhaps best of all- fast access to popular rides in both theme parks.
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