Noelle’s Exciting Preview Trip to Epic Universe!
Noelle just got back from an incredible preview trip to Universal’s Epic Universe, and she’s still buzzing with excitement! Here's a quick look at her experience:
She stayed at Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites in a spacious family suite. Noelle loved how roomy and comfortable it was – a fantastic value for families! Housekeeping did a great job, and the food court offered a nice variety of options. The pool was great too (even though she missed having a waterslide), and the fresh, modern décor made the hotel feel brand new.
Noelle tried the resort’s refillable drink cup – $20 for unlimited refills – but found the wait time between fills a little surprising. Something to keep in mind, especially for families with thirsty teens!
Transportation was smooth. Buses to Epic Universe started early, and even with road construction, the trip only took about 13 minutes. Noelle noticed a new bus-only lane being built, so it should be even faster soon.
On the first night, she visited Helios at CityWalk. After a bit of a wait for the bus, it was so worth it! The rooftop bar was absolutely stunning with amazing views, cocktails, and a fun, interactive dessert experience she highly recommends.
Park Touring at Epic Universe was a dream! Early park admission started at 10am, and though they had to wait in line, the fun atmosphere (thanks to a hilarious security guard!) made it fly by. Super Nintendo World blew Noelle away – even better than expected! Express Passes made a huge difference, and by the end of the day, they had ridden everything, often multiple times.
Highlights included:
Super Nintendo World (incredible theming and interactive Mario bands!)
Dark Universe (amazing roaming characters and atmosphere)
Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic (the best 3D ride Noelle has ever been on!)
Werewolf rollercoaster (tons of fun!)
Dining was easy and fun, with beautiful spots like Atlantic and Toadstool Café (don’t miss the garlic knots!). And she’s still dreaming about the mac and cheese cone with chicken and the butterbeer crepe.
The Universal App worked great throughout the trip, except for some hiccups with the virtual queue.
Final Thoughts: Noelle absolutely recommends staying at Dockside for a great value, visiting Helios for a magical night out or an upscale stay, and most importantly, getting ready to fall in love with Epic Universe!
