Universal's new ticket structure!

[Metro West]

This was in the paper today:

http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/business_tourism_aviation/

 

[jenseib]

Thanks. Do you know exactly when Harry Potter is scheduled to open? Or is that still a mystery?

 

[tfoster]

I just came close to having a heart attack. Last week, I bought 3 of our tickets for December and I was going to buy the other 3 next month. OMG - the new prices are a lot higher! Immediately after reading your post and checking out the Universal website, I ordered the other 3 for $99 through my "work perks" account. Then I called DH totally hyper and out of breath. I'm pretty sure he thinks I've lost my mind.

Whew! I'm so glad you posted this so I could still order them before the ticket prices change everywhere. Thank you!

 

[PatMcDuck]

Does anyone know how this will effect tickets already purchased? I bought tickets 1-2 years ago, Will Call, and have not yet picked them up..... they were good for 7 days, both universal parks, and Wet n' Wild. They were $89, so I bought them..... knowing we would go to Universal after Potter opened.

Thanks all! I guess I should call Universal.

 

[SaratogaShan]

Wow!

I was going to buy tickets for a quick weekend trip for my children's birthdays.

Not anymore! I think this may drastically cut down on some of the "short trip" folks like me who live within easy driving distance (I am in Atlanta).

 

[loveysbydesign]

Annual pass is only $140 if you're a FL resident!!!
Enjoy 12 months of thrills at both Universal Studios Florida & Islands of Adventure for just $139.99 plus tax. (Limited blockout dates apply.)

* 12 months of thrills at both theme parks (with minimal Blockout dates)
* 10% discount on multi-day tickets

 

[jenseib]

Why would you need 10% off multi day passes if you already had a annual pass?

 

[Rip]

Why would you need 10% off multi day passes if you already had a annual pass?

Friends and family.

 

[loveysbydesign]

Why would you need 10% off multi day passes if you already had a annual pass?

I think it's to buy them for friends and family members

 

[Metro West]

Thanks. Do you know exactly when Harry Potter is scheduled to open? Or is that still a mystery?

It's still a mystery.

Does anyone know how this will effect tickets already purchased? I bought tickets 1-2 years ago, Will Call, and have not yet picked them up..... they were good for 7 days, both universal parks, and Wet n' Wild. They were $89, so I bought them..... knowing we would go to Universal after Potter opened.

Thanks all! I guess I should call Universal.

The tickets that have already been purchased should be fine. I doubt seriously they can charge you the difference now but I could be wrong.

I think it's to buy them for friends and family members

 

[DISman13]

Why would someone pay $172 for a week pass when a power pass (for a whole year) is less than that?

 

[Metro West]

Why would someone pay $172 for a week pass when a power pass (for a whole year) is less than that?

Thats a question for the Universal "powers that be."

 

[TraceyL]

the Power Pass is currently Florida Residents only online.

Can you stil buy at the gate?

 

[francie57]

I just bought our tickets Saturday at AAA. The total was $95 each for the 2 park/7 day. Not sure if the supply that each office has will go up in price or if they will sell the rest of their tickets for the $95. Glad I got them Saturday and didn't wait any longer. The jump in price is crazy, especially for anyone that has to pay that for a trip before Harry Potter opens. Love Universal but the two parks aren't worth the huge jump in price.

 

[damo]

That's about what I expected and still I think it is reasonable compared with Disney. We've been getting away with crazy prices now for a long time! Disney has set the standard for prices and Universal is going to be able to charge similar prices now with HP.

Sounds like keeping my AP renewed will be the way to go with two visits a year.

 

[Thumper_Man]

Just looked at Universal's site, and the new ticket prices are already in effect. Too bad I couldn't afford the 2 park/7 day tickets before the price change. We'll still be going this year, can't wait to see the new WWoHP. My DW gets a discount on tickets through her work. Hopefully she can get us a great deal. If not, I guess I'll have to price shop around.

 

[Cdn Friends of Pooh]

That's about what I expected and still I think it is reasonable compared with Disney. We've been getting away with crazy prices now for a long time! Disney has set the standard for prices and Universal is going to be able to charge similar prices now with HP.

Sounds like keeping my AP renewed will be the way to go with two visits a year.

Well said ... I'm so glad we've got AP's and will definitely keep them renewed too!!

 

[damo]

Just looked at Universal's site, and the new ticket prices are already in effect. Too bad I couldn't afford the 2 park/7 day tickets before the price change. We'll still be going this year, can't wait to see the new WWoHP. My DW gets a discount on tickets through her work. Hopefully she can get us a great deal. If not, I guess I'll have to price shop around.

Check your AAA office and the DReams Unlimited Banner is still advertising $99.99 --- maybe check them out too.

 

[reelmom]

Wow!

I was going to buy tickets for a quick weekend trip for my children's birthdays.

Not anymore! I think this may drastically cut down on some of the "short trip" folks like me who live within easy driving distance (I am in Atlanta).

Same here. We live near Atlanta and do short trips also. May not be able to do that anymore. I am going to have to study the prices.

 

[Thumper_Man]

Check your AAA office and the DReams Unlimited Banner is still advertising $99.99 --- maybe check them out too.

Undercovertourist is still advertising them. Hope they still have some on Friday when I get paid.