help for a poor disney fan!!!

[Lisa F]

Hi all!

We are die hard Disney fans and I know everything to do and see and how to get the most out of my disney vacation over there. Anyway, on our upcoming trip, we are taking the opportunity to spend the first saturday night (12/28) at the PBH. We are arriving early Saturday morning and checking in as soon as we get there and heading right to the parks, hopefully with that magical room key in hand for universal express.

Anyway, I feel REALLY lost about going to Universal. Can any of you experts give me a short list of what not to miss? We have two days there and the universal express thing. Are there any fireworks/nighttime shows? Parades? Holiday happenings? What restaurants should we absolutely not miss? Do you need a priority seating for them? Should I have made that already? Are there any Disney to Universal translators out there who can help me out? Ack! I haven't felt this unprepared for a trip since our first Disney trip!

Lisa

 

[gschmerl]

You don't say whether or not you like roller coasters. If you do, do not miss the Hulk and the Dueling Dragons. Try to ride the front row of each of the Dragons for the best experience. Spiderman is one of the best rides anywhere. We also love the Jurassic Park River ride. If you have young children (actually, we go without children and still love it), make sure to visit Suess Landing. It's true eye candy. These attractions are all in Islands of Adventure. The theming throughout the park is incredible. In Universal Studions, don't miss Men in Black and Terminator. We also love ET. Jaws is kind of hokey, but fun.
For a restaurant not to be missed, go to MYTHOS in Islands of Adventure. Check first to make sure when they are open.

 

[crazyme5kids]

There will be a Macy's parade, like the Thanksgiving Day parade!

 

[PartyofSix]

I think you will be disappointed not staying atleast two nights. There will be horse and carriages at citywalk and ice skating. Not to mention a huge fireworks display on new years eve. Also there is Mama Della's at PBH and the SPA! Oh Margaritaville is a must do on our trips get the NACHOS! And everything listed up above, plus the grinchmas in IOA