Transportation Options from Disney to Universal/IOA

[DayDay426]

I work for a company that sells the Universal 1 or 2 day Park to Park tickets with the roundtrip (Mears) transfers. It makes things a bit easier The new Harry Potter park is wonderful btw - That is coming from a true Harry Potter fan!!!!

 

[jeankeri]

So, I emailed my questions to Dreams Unlimited. Here is the reply I got from Julie:

Thanks for your interest in Dreams Unlimited Travel.
The Universal 2 day/2 park ticket does include two days of transportation to and from Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure. The days do not have to be consecutive, but the second day must be used within 14 days of the first day of use.

Hope this helps others as well

 

[disneyxo]

I bought the Universal 1 day/2 park ticket thru Dreams Unlimited Travel yesterday. Pretty excited as I have never been there. Wish we had more time to spend there but definately will make the best use of our time there.

 

[Sweets156]

We actually have the 1 day 2 park ticket that we got from AAA that includes round-trip transportation to and from Disney/Universal. When I called mears to schedule a pick up timr,they told me I need to get a voucher at the airport, all the while trying to get to ME on time? The paper we have already looks like a voucher with our name, party size, and confirmation number. Ugh, anyone have some insight? I'm concerned they won't accept the voucher we already have, as we don't have time to putzy around the airport.

 

[Small Town Princess]

Here is our situation...

We picked up some free 1 day/1 park tickets from MyCokeRewards last winter for IOA/Universal. We are staying at Disney's POP, then have a room booked at Loews Royal Pacific for one night (to get the early entry & front of the line for two days) and then going back to POP.

There are 4 adults and 2 kids. We will each have an overnight bag. Can we get to the Loews hotel really early in the AM and check our bag at the front desk, get our tickets then take their transportation to the park for early Harry Potter entrance?

What are our best transportation options? Would Mears do a really early drop on one day and a late pickup on the next day (with luggage)?

 

[macraven]

Here is our situation...

We picked up some free 1 day/1 park tickets from MyCokeRewards last winter for IOA/Universal. We are staying at Disney's POP, then have a room booked at Loews Royal Pacific for one night (to get the early entry & front of the line for two days) and then going back to POP.

There are 4 adults and 2 kids. We will each have an overnight bag. Can we get to the Loews hotel really early in the AM and check our bag at the front desk, get our tickets then take their transportation to the park for early Harry Potter entrance?

What are our best transportation options? Would Mears do a really early drop on one day and a late pickup on the next day (with luggage)?

yes, you can check in anytime.
you can check in at 6 in the morning, get your hotel keys and have your belongings stored with valet.

it is not uncommom to go that route.

if you take the mears shuttle from disney, i don't think they leave that early.
best to take a taxi early morning.


you can't take any luggage on the mears shuttle from disney to universal.


if you ordered your tickets in advance, you can use the kiosk at the hotel to retrieve your park tickets.

if you need to buy them, guest services outside the park will be open sometime prior to the park opening.

 

[Disfan11]

I've been trying to buy the 1 day/2 park with transportation from Dreams Unlimited, but their web site has been down for at least 5 days.
Is anyone else having this problem?
I want to go to Universal (Harry Potter) on 8/14 and it's coming up quickly.
Any advice???

 

[Cdn Friends of Pooh]

I've been trying to buy the 1 day/2 park with transportation from Dreams Unlimited, but their web site has been down for at least 5 days.
Is anyone else having this problem?
I want to go to Universal (Harry Potter) on 8/14 and it's coming up quickly.
Any advice???

Unfortunately I got the error message "Our Ticket Store is currently closed for maintainence. Please check back in a few days. We appologize for the inconvenience." ... maybe you can send an email to them at Reservations@dreamsunlimitedtravel.com

 

[glocon]

Does Dreams Unlimited have a phone number posted?

 

[wdhinn89]

I have seen one. Try a search or google it.

Found it. http://www.dreamsunlimitedtravel.com/faq/resfaq.htm#Q -

 

[SHISHI]

I did send them an e:mail yesterday. But they haven't responded yet.
Still waiting.....

Everytime I enter that email address (I'm at work) a windows error comes up and says "windows can't find the address, check your spelling". Did anyone else have this problem?

I will try calling as well because I want to order my tickets. Do they mail the tickets to your home or are they electronic??

Thanks for you help.

 

[ShhhQ]

Everytime I enter that email address (I'm at work) a windows error comes up and says "windows can't find the address, check your spelling". Did anyone else have this problem?

I will try calling as well because I want to order my tickets. Do they mail the tickets to your home or are they electronic??

Thanks for you help.

I have never had a problem contacting DU.

I checked my saved email and found my receipt for our upcoming trip. There is a voucher that they emailed me that I am to give Mears when they pick us up *** calling them at least 24 hours prior *** At US, at the electronic kiosk, I can pick up our tickets by swiping the card that I used to pay for the tickets.... hope this helps.

 

[damo]

Can anyone confirm that you can get into the parks early by doing the DU/Mears combo ticket?

Also, I called the number and she couldn't help me (because she was in another state) other than sending them an e:mail saying I had sent them an e:mail earlier in the week and still needed help. I haven't heard from them yet.

No. One of the representatives responded to a post saying that this was not the case that you can get in early. It may have happened to a few guests but it was not supposed to be the norm.

 

[newmommy_2010]

So you can take a shuttle from POP to US/IOA for 18.00 a person round trip?! Also, do you know who I would call to sit up the shuttle and do you know how often they run to take you back?

 

[macraven]

So you can take a shuttle from POP to US/IOA for 18.00 a person round trip?! Also, do you know who I would call to sit up the shuttle and do you know how often they run to take you back?

there was an increase.
it is $19 rt per person,
kids rate went up also to $15.

you will be issued that info for returning back to disney.
you will receive the number to call.

i think some posted they were told to call a couple of hours before the pick up

 

[laneymd]

I would also try and check out Prime Time shuttle. They're cheaper than a lot of taxi services and better than renting a car. My family and I use them a lot. You make an appointment and set up times, that way there's no way to worry and your ride.

 

[jeankeri]

DU now has a pop-up window with additional information concerning the US tickets and shuttle transfers:

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO
2-DAY/2-PARK WITH ROUNDTRIP TRANSFERS
ORDER ONLINE TODAY!!

You receive a 2-Day/2-Park experience with transportation to Universal Orlando from your Disney Area Hotel.

* Includes roundtrip transfers to Universal Orlando Resort from Disney Area Hotels, including the Official Disney World Resort Hotels.
* Two (2) day admission to Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure
* This special offer is only available for advance purchase!

Transfers provided by Mears Transportation

Transfer Schedule:

To Universal Orlando Resort: This service is available 24-hours a day except between the hours of 10:00am and 3:00pm. Pick-up time will be determined by calling Mears Transportation at least 24-hours in advance to arrange your pick-up time from the hotel.

From Universal Orlando Resort: Pick-up time with Mears can be arranged when making your initial reservation or by calling Mears from the parks a minimum of 90 minutes prior to your desired pick-up time.

Length of Transfer: Varies by hotel; however approximately 30 minutes each way.

Documentation Instructions: You will receive an Electronic transfer coupon with this purchase. You must present a valid photo ID with your transfer coupon at the time of pick-up from your hotel.

Additional Information: Valid hotels for this shuttle are located in the Lake Buena Vista, Walt Disney World and Hwy. 192W area.

RESTRICTIONS:

* Your ticket may not be copied, transferred, or resold
* Tickets are non-refundable

Electronic Pickup Option

This provides a fast and secure way to collect your online ticket purchase. Electronic Ticketing Machines are conveniently located near the front gate of each theme park. Swipe the credit card used during your online purchase (for verification only). Enter the confirmation number provided on your email receipt. Print out your tickets. Tickets can also be picked up at Guest Services, but only by the person who's name the tickets are under. $1.99 per ticket processing fee

ALSO: When you order your tickets/transfers, the site asks for your travel arrival date. Julie from DU emailed this to me-
'The tickets do not expire until 14 days after the first day of entry into the park. The transfer vouchers have a seven day window, so your arrival date needs to be as close as possible to the actual day you will go to Universal.'

Hope this helps

 

[Lights_Out]

Just wanted to share my review on Mears.

It was our very first trip to WDW/Universal I thought I would save a few bucks and took the Mears shuttle. I will never be taking it ever again.

Before going, I read horrible reviews of Mears online and was a little worried. The transportation from WDW to Universal was great. It was a small van and yes it did take quite long because we had to pick up another family. The driver was very nice.

Coming back to WDW, however, the bus arrived almost 2 hours late. There were TONS of people trying to get on (most of whom grew to be anxious and obnoxious). And some of the bus drivers were the rudest people I've ever encountered. After an hour or so of waiting, I tried asking this man (a Mears bus driver) a question and he just closed his window! When I knocked and asked if he was going to WDW he just pointed to a sign that I didn't understand and when I asked him what that sign meant he said "I dunno... Just go where you were dropped off!" (He yelled at me!)

If you're willing to sacrifice the magic over a few savings then go for it. My experience with Mears was the only thing that ruined the trip. I will be renting a car or something the next time I go.

 

[Jaaron2]

We just made the trip from the Beach Club to Universal last Wednesday. We had a party of 6 adults. We took a cab (you have to ask for a van for over 5 people). Less then $34.00 each way! Saved about $40.00 by not taking Mears. Took us about one minute to get our taxi on the way out. This is the only way to go IMHO.

 

[seadd67]

Just wanted to share my review on Mears.

It was our very first trip to WDW/Universal I thought I would save a few bucks and took the Mears shuttle. I will never be taking it ever again.

Before going, I read horrible reviews of Mears online and was a little worried. The transportation from WDW to Universal was great. It was a small van and yes it did take quite long because we had to pick up another family. The driver was very nice.

Coming back to WDW, however, the bus arrived almost 2 hours late. There were TONS of people trying to get on (most of whom grew to be anxious and obnoxious). And some of the bus drivers were the rudest people I've ever encountered. After an hour or so of waiting, I tried asking this man (a Mears bus driver) a question and he just closed his window! When I knocked and asked if he was going to WDW he just pointed to a sign that I didn't understand and when I asked him what that sign meant he said "I dunno... Just go where you were dropped off!" (He yelled at me!)

If you're willing to sacrifice the magic over a few savings then go for it. My experience with Mears was the only thing that ruined the trip. I will be renting a car or something the next time I go.

This was my experince almost to a tee!. The only exeptions was the rude bus drivers,really never encounterted that just alot of miss communcation,and fustration