Traveling with children can be very difficult at times. Traveling with a child that has special needs can be a whole different adventure. My son does not look any different than other children. He’s even a little tall for his age. Like any other child he loves a fun vacation. My son’s idea of a…
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Celebrate Dr. Seuss at Seuss Landing
Today we are celebrating the birth of Dr. Seuss. Let’s take a look at Seuss Landing, one of my family’s favorite Universal Orlando sections. I have to admit, I had never been much of a Seuss fan, but seeing Seuss Landing changed my mind in one day. As soon as we stepped foot in Seuss…
Foodie Friday: An Ode to Butterbeer at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Are you as cold as I am right now? To get through the bitter temperatures, I’m day-dreaming about my most recent trip down to Orlando, just one month ago in January! On that trip, I took my first jaunt over to see the new Diagon Alley, part of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at…
Universal Orlando Resort Top Tips for Beginners
1. Buy a park-to-park ticket. It gives you the freedom to change parks, much like a park hopper at Walt Disney World. Allows you to travel on the Hogwarts Express, If the crowds gather in one park, you can always change to the other 2. Give yourself enough time. Two days is not enough time…
Our Rookie Universal Orlando Resort Adventure
It took my family quite some time to venture to the Universal Orlando Resort for the first time. We had enjoyed visiting Walt Disney World for years, but didn’t think we would have as much fun in a different place. Mostly, we thought, like so many other families, that our small children would have nothing…
Book Review: The Unofficial Guide to Beyond Disney
If you’re looking to venture to other places in and around Orlando, The Unofficial Guide Beyond Disney, 8th Ed. is a great book to have with you. I really like the Unofficial line of guidebooks all together, so this would be my go-to guide for Universal Orlando or SeaWorld. The layout of the book is…
Shopping in Diagon Alley
The Mouse For Less Blog welcomes new blogger Lauren! She shares her experience in Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando Resort. From the time I was a teenager and picked up my first Harry Potter book, I was captivated by the world that J.K. Rowling created through her writing. Through my own imagination, I pictured how…
My Top 3 Tips for Experiencing Universal Orlando Resort
The Mouse For Less Blog would like to welcome Kimberly, who brings her top tips for visiting Universal Orlando Resort! My family and I love Universal Studios! Whether you opt to add it to a portion of your Walt Disney World vacation, combine it with other Orlando attractions, or decide to do an exclusive…
Enjoy the Full Universal Orlando Experience at an On-site Hotel
We would like to welcome Tiffany, who brings us a great article about staying on-site at Universal Orlando Resort! Universal Orlando Resort is a wonderful place to take a family vacation. There is something for everyone to enjoy. There are two parks right next to each other with the incredible CityWalk connected to both…
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley and Hogwarts Express
I think Harry Potter fans world over can relate to what I’m about to say. Who hasn’t read the series and at least once had the thought, “I wish that world were real…”? Well, I’m happy to say that I think the Wizarding World of Harry Potter comes in at a very close second! Universal…
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley Details
Today Universal Studios Florida offered a webcast dedicated to information about this summer’s opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley. This new themed area will be part of the Universal Studios theme park. Currently The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade is open as part of Island’s of Adventure. When…
Walt Disney World Versus Disneyland: Length of Stay
Determining the optimal length of stay at either resort is certainly a difficult concept. Besides looking at the vacation time available, I also try to look at what we want to accomplish during that stay. How many night shows do we want to see? How many parks do we plan on going to? Do we…