Universal in December or July?

[TikiGoddess07]

Here's the situation. We have two upcoming trips - a long weekend in December (Thur-Sun) and 4 nights in July.

December:
3 nights at Pop
3 park days at WDW

July:
2 nights at Royal Pacific (Universal)
2 days at Universal parks
2 nights at WDW hotel
1-2 park days at WDW

BUT.... I was just thinking, why couldn't we do Universal in December, when crowds are lower? Will there be a significant difference in our experience (regarding lines, crowds) between December and July?

Pick one:

Option 1: visit Universal in the summer with Unlimited Express pass, staying at Royal Pacific

Option 2: visit Universal in December, no Express Pass, staying at Cabana Bay

Thanks for any advice.
Kathy

 

[damo]

If you are planning December before Christmas, it is an excellent time to go. MUCH better than July. We just stayed at Cabana Bay and loved it.

 

[xlxo]

I vote December.... the weather is cooler when trapped in long lines!

Go on a Disney Alaskan cruise in July instead!

 

[CTDisneyfan816]

Weather is much cooler in December and unless you go Christmas-New Years week, it will also be much less crowded.