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Cover Tour Summary Introduction Tips Chapter 1 - Arriving Chapter 2 - Production Central / New York Chapter 3 - San Francisco & Amity Island / World Expo Chapter 4 - Woody Woodpecker's KidZone / Hollywood Chapter 5 - Universal Studios Orlando After Dark Maps Author Biography Publisher Tour Summary

Conveniently located just off Interstate 4 in Florida, Universal Studios Orlando offers a unique style of family entertainment. A dramatic expansion of the concepts that debuted on Universal Hollywood’s Studio Tour, this was the first Universal park to feature stand-alone attractions. Families will find a range of rides and shows that are suitable for all ages. A former employee will offer a glimpse into the history of the park and behind-the-scenes magic. You will also receive valuable insider tips on saving money, shortening your wait times and choosing the right attractions for your family. This tour is cross-generational: to focus on young children, try the “Kids’ Trip to Universal Studios Orlando.”

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Conveniently located just off Interstate 4 in Orlando, FL, Universal Studios Orlando is a radical departure from its older sister, Universal Hollywood.

Most of that park’s attractions occur during the studio tram ride.

At Universal Studios Orlando, the attractions are contained within free- standing show buildings.

Universal has developed an unfair reputation as appealing only to thrill- seekers.

In this tour, however, you will see that this is not true.

You will visit such top attractions as Shrek 4D, E.T. and Jaws.

All these and more are appropriate and exciting for the entire family,

from the smallest child to the most jaded adult.

This tour will also give you a glimpse into the evolution of Universal Studios Orlando,

from its disastrous opening day through its plans for the future.

A former employee shares tips and tricks for shortening your wait times, deciding whether an attraction is right for your kids, and getting the most fun for the lowest cost.

You will also learn little-known insider information on a range of topics from hidden movie icons to details on special effects.

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