Decided to Cross Over to the Darkside

[3smithboys]

We were planning to come to the Motherland in July but I just can't wrap my head around FP+. This is not the way we vacation. Three FP's is not enough... the tiers are just crazy, and I have a feeling the lines will not be any better (if not worse) by the summer.

Look, we love Disney and have spent many great vacations (and lots of $$$) there... but we only take one big family vacation a year so we have to make it count. I'm sure no one is going to care that we are going to Universal (and one less family will make the lines shorter for some else!) however, I really do hope that Disney gets this FP+ situation sorted so we can go back! (I know.... some people love it... but I don't like the way it stands now and will not be back...)

 

[mesaboy2]

We were planning to come to the Motherland in July but I just can't wrap my head around FP+. This is not the way we vacation. Three FP's is not enough... the tiers are just crazy, and I have a feeling the line will not be any better (if not worse) by the summer.

Look, we love Disney and have spent many great vacations (and lots of $$$) there... but we only take one big family vacation a year so we have to make it count. I'm sure no one is going to care that we are going to Universal (and one less family will make the lines shorter for some else!) however, I really do hope that Disney gets this FP+ situation sorted so we can go back! (I know.... some people love it... but I don't like the way it stands now and will not be back...)

You'll have a great time no matter which you go to.

 

[tlady]

More and more people are agreeing with you.

I truly love Disney and really want them to get FP+ sorted out. As it now stands, it is WAY too limiting for our family.

I remain hopeful that Disney will lift some of those limitations. If not, I doubt we'll be back once our next trip is finished.

 

[3smithboys]

I'm sure if we did go to Disney, we would have made the best of it and had a nice time... we are that kind of family. However, it is not a cheap vacation, and things just seem disorganized, and I really dislike the 3 FP's.... (we used way more.)

I hope they do lift/change some of the limitations so we will want to come back!

 

[Disney_Princess83]

I really do understand where you are coming from. We aren't Universal fans at all. However, having already used MB's and FP+ we weren't a huge fan and that was back when you could also use the old Legacy FP. We plan on giving Magic Bands and FP+ one more try this year. If we still don't like it, we will be going to Disneyland instead from then on. It's 6 hours + closer to us.

 

[Networth]

I have AP's to both and have been to both at least 50+ times. You will enjoy where every you choose. That said they are different experiences in my opinion, if all I want is intense thrill rides I go to Universal for the weekend. If I want a vacation with a deluxe themed resort, spa, golf, rides(all kinds), great food, and that "feeling" I go to Disney for a week or so. I will never understand how people compare Harry Potter land(which is tiny, it inhabits one island in IOA atm) to all of MK or even WDW.

 

[Planogirl]

We love Universal so I hope that you enjoy it. Just don't expect Disney!

Lately we've been going to both which suits me fine. It might be about time to go back to Disneyland too.

 

[DisK]

We were planning to come to the Motherland in July but I just can't wrap my head around FP+. This is not the way we vacation. Three FP's is not enough... the tiers are just crazy, and I have a feeling the lines will not be any better (if not worse) by the summer.

Look, we love Disney and have spent many great vacations (and lots of $$$) there... but we only take one big family vacation a year so we have to make it count. I'm sure no one is going to care that we are going to Universal (and one less family will make the lines shorter for some else!) however, I really do hope that Disney gets this FP+ situation sorted so we can go back! (I know.... some people love it... but I don't like the way it stands now and will not be back...)

I'm not trying to be rude, but honestly, what was the point of making this post?

 

[Disney_Princess83]

I'm not trying to be rude, but honestly, what was the point of making this post?

I think people are looking to voice their upset, disappointments and concerns over the new FP+ and Magic Bands. Since this is a discussion board, it's a perfect place for such a post.

 

[3smithboys]

I'm not trying to be rude, but honestly, what was the point of making this post?

I suppose my point was join in on the discussion that so many people have been having regarding FP+. Since this is a discussion board, I thought this would be a good place to do so. I don't think my post was any different than other people who have said they would not be going back???

I'm sorry if my post offended you...

 

[Seeker615]

I totally see your point.

Vacations are expensive and if you are not comfortable with the changes then by all means try something else.

I love Universal. The resorts are all within walking distance and are beautiful! The parks are well themed and the ride are top-notch!

There is no insane planning needed either.

 

[mjohnson96]

We were planning to come to the Motherland in July but I just can't wrap my head around FP+. This is not the way we vacation. Three FP's is not enough... the tiers are just crazy, and I have a feeling the lines will not be any better (if not worse) by the summer.

Look, we love Disney and have spent many great vacations (and lots of $$$) there... but we only take one big family vacation a year so we have to make it count. I'm sure no one is going to care that we are going to Universal (and one less family will make the lines shorter for some else!) however, I really do hope that Disney gets this FP+ situation sorted so we can go back! (I know.... some people love it... but I don't like the way it stands now and will not be back...)

I would suggest if you do decide to do US to go to the Universal Boards, lots of helpful people there. Also, try not to go this summer They are opening a new section to WWOHP and it will be crazy busy and might not be a good first visit.

We go to both, US is a good 3 or 4 day trip for us to relax. We stay onsite at one of their 3 deluxe hotels and use the express pass so we are spoiled with very short wait times normally. WDW is at least a week for us, and there is a bit more planning involved.

 

[Golf4283]

I'm not trying to be rude, but honestly, what was the point of making this post?

This!

We don't need another "we're not going" thread. There's already a bunch of them. Why didn't you respond to one of those threads instead of creating a brand new thread with the exact same topic.

On the first page I saw 2 threads already started about this topic.

 

[nancipants]

Islands of Adventure used to be my favorite theme park. I still love it, especially after WWOHP opened. There's no doubt that Universal trumps Disney in terms of rides, and Express Pass is awesome for on-site guests (although I remember when it was for everyone, like Fast Pass, and hated when they took it away).

However, I have never felt the same "magic" at Universal as I do when I go to Disney. I am a local and have APs to both, but I go to Disney much more often than Universal. I love being able to pop into WWOHP whenever I want and sit on the patio at Three Broomsticks and then hop in the single rider line of Forbidden Journey. I cannot wait until Diagon Alley opens. And Hulk is still my favorite roller coaster of all time.

But for me, Disney is special - and yes, even with Fast Pass and all that. It's hard to explain, but I'm sure many people on this board understand. the only place that's come close to that same "feeling" for me is WWOHP.

All that said, there's no reason why a Universal vacation shouldn't be fun and exciting for your family, if that's what you choose. Just know not to expect Disney when you go to Universal, and not to expect Universal when you go to Disney.

 

[3smithboys]

This! We don't need another "we're not going" thread. There's already a bunch of them. Why didn't you respond to one of those threads instead of creating a brand new thread with the exact same topic. On the first page I saw 2 threads already started about this topic.

I suppose I could have done... I rarely start threads so I am not up on thread etiquette on how many threads are "too many" on a topic! If more than 3 or 4 is the threshold then I apologize... Next time I will look more carefully and count before I start a thread....

 

[Golf4283]

I suppose I could have done... I rarely start threads so I am not up on thread etiquette on how many threads are "too many" on a topic! If more than 3 or 4 is the threshold then I apologize... Next time I will look more carefully and count before I start a thread....

It's all good I wasn't yelling or anything. Just merely pointing it out that there are topics started for this already. That's what's nice about a forum. You can join in on threads that are relevant to your thoughts.

I'm sure others will disagree with me and tell you to post whatever you feel so to each their own!

 

[Candlelady]

I suppose I could have done... I rarely start threads so I am not up on thread etiquette on how many threads are "too many" on a topic! If more than 3 or 4 is the threshold then I apologize... Next time I will look more carefully and count before I start a thread....

Please don't apologize. They chose to read your thread. They could have moved on if they weren't interested.

I chose to read it because I happen to be leaning in the direction you are going. I want to read posts like yours. I do not want to wade through pages of posts arguing back and forth from the same posters.

Thank you for posting.

 

[3smithboys]

I have no expectations of what Universal will be like. We are staying on site to get the express pass. That is a must! I know the Disney magic won't be there..... That's ok... My boys are 15, 11, 11... So maybe it is time for us to try universal... And FP+ gave us the push we needed.

I think we will go back to Disney.... In time.... I'm sure all of the kinks will be worked out. Since DH and I are teachers, we can only go at the busiest times of the year. We are commando park planners and rope drop people who used 6-7+ FP a day.... 3 is just a disappointment.... And i don't want to wait in more summer lines than necessary.

 

[wiigirl]

You'll have a great time no matter which you go to.

 

[kbelle8995]

Please don't apologize. They chose to read your thread. They could have moved on if they weren't interested.

I chose to read it because I happen to be leaning in the direction you are going. I want to read posts like yours. I do not want to wade through pages of posts arguing back and forth from the same posters.

Thank you for posting.

Ditto. I too am leaning towards Universal passes. Just seems they give you more for the money than Disney.