Tips for First Timer

[Mr Wes]

Been to Disney World many times, and up until they created the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, we've never wanted to visit anywhere else. My daughter and I are big fans of HP and been talking about visiting for years.

Well we now have the opportunity, but unfortunately it will be during the summer when school is out. I want to surprise my family with a 1 day trip to Universal just to visit WWOHP.

I need everyone's help to maximize our time and get to do as much as possible while were there.

Tips Im looking for:

1. Things to do with my 12yo Daughter
2. Things to do with my 5yo Daughter
3. Should I buy 2 park pass

 

[KKB]

I am curious, too. We have done WDW twice and DD & I will be at Universal for ONE day, mostly to see the Harry Potter stuff. I like most thrill rides, she doesn't, but we will be with 13 other girls & a few other moms so it should work.
We did get 2 park tickets (like a WDW hopper?)
I was reading the Unofficial WDW guide

Been to Disney World many times, and up until they created the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, we've never wanted to visit anywhere else. My daughter and I are big fans of HP and been talking about visiting for years.

Well we now have the opportunity, but unfortunately it will be during the summer when school is out. I want to surprise my family with a 1 day trip to Universal just to visit WWOHP.

I need everyone's help to maximize our time and get to do as much as possible while were there.

Tips Im looking for:

1. Things to do with my 12yo Daughter
2. Things to do with my 5yo Daughter
3. Should I buy 2 park pass

I am curious, too. We have done WDW twice and DD16 & I will be at Universal for ONE day, mostly to see the Harry Potter stuff. I like most thrill rides, she doesn't, but we will be with 13 other girls & a few other moms so it should work.
We did get 2 park tickets (like a WDW hopper?)
I was reading the Unofficial WDW guide & read up on the Unviersal info (although this is the 2014 guide)
Would love to hear tips for a 1 day adventure trying to "hit the high points"!

 

[JustCallMeMommy]

You will want to do the 2 park pass so that you can visit both sets of the Harry Potter attractions - Hogsmeade is in Island of Adventrure and Diagon Alley is in Universal. The two connect via the Hogwarts Express.

On our first trip, e did do almost everything in both parks in a day, but it was a REALLY LONG day. It was a day with extended hours and we were there from rope drop to park close. We were all tuckered out by the end of the day. To be a little more relaxed, I would have everyone look at the maps of the parks and find the things they want to see. Hit the headliner attractions then spend a little more time in each of the themed areas that interest someone in your party - it is fun to look around Springfield or Seuss Landing for the theming.

 

[Danadanes]

Will you have another adult with you? If so I would take 5 yo to Seussland while older waits for Forbidden Journey. That is a long line and a little spooky (so says my 4 yo).
Danadanes

 

[coastgirl]

Just wanted to add, my kids never had any interest in any of the wilder rides until they stuck a Harry Potter theme on them. First and only upside-down coaster was Duelling Dragons. So you may find a timid rider is highly motivated by the theming. i haven't been to Diagon Alley yet, but I bet the little and big girls would enjoy the interactive wands...I'm looking forward to it!!

Have a great time.