This week, my family had the opportunity to visit Universal Studio's in Orlando, FL. More specifically, Islands of Adventure. Of course, the main goal of my sons was to enjoy The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Like the smart theme park "goers" that we are, we were awake very early and standing at the turnstiles 30 minutes prior to opening, ready to go. We certainly did not enjoy waking up that early during our vacation. However, the perks of being at the park early and one of the first families to ride the Forbidden Journey, far outweighed the bad.
My question to myself and to all that read this article is, should we have purchased the Universal Meal Deal? First, the cost, $20.99 for adults and $9.99 for children through 9 years of age. Second, you can eat "all you like" during lunch and dinner at participating restaurants only. Also, beverages are not included. However, you can purchase a Meal Deal Cup for $8.99 to use only during the day of your meal deal. All you can eat, sounds great especially with two growing sons. But, the restaurants are limited and you can only fill your drink cup for "free" at those participating restaurants. Otherwise, you can fill your Meal Deal Cup at other locations for 85 cents, per fill up.
The participating restaurants located at Islands of Adventures are:
Circus McGurkus
Burger Digs
Comic Strip Cafe
Captain America Diner
I absolutely can see how this would be a value for any children/teens traveling in groups or with friends for the day. As a mom, I would be happy knowing my child will have no problems eating. But, I have to admit, I found these four restaurants to be very limiting to me as I am not a fried food person. I did have a salad for lunch at Capt America Diner and a veggie burger for dinner at Burger Digs. Though I found myself disappointed as I walked through Three Broomsticks and Mythos, with my husband, wishing I could eat something different, something I consider "better".
Three Broomsticks Menu
Mythos Menu
In closing, was this a Deal or No Deal for our family? Well, it will depend on who you talk to. My two sons, Jack and Nick, say yes this was a deal. They were able to eat chicken fingers and burgers all day.
My husband, J, says that yes it was a deal for our family as we would not have been able to feed all four of us lunch and dinner at a theme park for less than $89. Though, he would have like to have more options in the dining. As for me, I say no, it was not a deal. Part of the problem is, I like food and more specifically, I like good food. Fried food just doesn't cut it for me for the entire day.
So, the next time we visit Universal Studios, the Taylor Family will not be purchasing the Meal Deal. Though, if my sons ever travel here with a group, I absolutely will purchase this deal for them.
Have a great week!!
Staci
My question to myself and to all that read this article is, should we have purchased the Universal Meal Deal? First, the cost, $20.99 for adults and $9.99 for children through 9 years of age. Second, you can eat "all you like" during lunch and dinner at participating restaurants only. Also, beverages are not included. However, you can purchase a Meal Deal Cup for $8.99 to use only during the day of your meal deal. All you can eat, sounds great especially with two growing sons. But, the restaurants are limited and you can only fill your drink cup for "free" at those participating restaurants. Otherwise, you can fill your Meal Deal Cup at other locations for 85 cents, per fill up.
The participating restaurants located at Islands of Adventures are:
Circus McGurkus
Burger Digs
Comic Strip Cafe
Captain America Diner
I absolutely can see how this would be a value for any children/teens traveling in groups or with friends for the day. As a mom, I would be happy knowing my child will have no problems eating. But, I have to admit, I found these four restaurants to be very limiting to me as I am not a fried food person. I did have a salad for lunch at Capt America Diner and a veggie burger for dinner at Burger Digs. Though I found myself disappointed as I walked through Three Broomsticks and Mythos, with my husband, wishing I could eat something different, something I consider "better".
Three Broomsticks Menu
Mythos Menu
In closing, was this a Deal or No Deal for our family? Well, it will depend on who you talk to. My two sons, Jack and Nick, say yes this was a deal. They were able to eat chicken fingers and burgers all day.
My husband, J, says that yes it was a deal for our family as we would not have been able to feed all four of us lunch and dinner at a theme park for less than $89. Though, he would have like to have more options in the dining. As for me, I say no, it was not a deal. Part of the problem is, I like food and more specifically, I like good food. Fried food just doesn't cut it for me for the entire day.
So, the next time we visit Universal Studios, the Taylor Family will not be purchasing the Meal Deal. Though, if my sons ever travel here with a group, I absolutely will purchase this deal for them.
Have a great week!!
Staci
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