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Universal Orlando

July 30, 2011 Universal Orlando, Florida

Today didn’t start quite so early, but we were at Universal Studios when it opened. Universal Studios has built a new coaster – Rip Ride Rock It.  It’s a pretty intense ride where you get to pick your own soundtrack (my personal choice – Sabotage by the Beastie Boys). Universal has a fantastic Child Swap … Continue reading »

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July 29, 2011 Universal Orlando, Florida

We were up at 5:45am this morning so we could be on the first water taxi to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Islands of Adventure. We’re staying at Portofino Bay Resort at Universal Orlando. When you stay at a Universal hotel, you get early admission to the parks and complimentary water taxis to the … Continue reading »

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Travel Insurance

It seems my clients are divided into separate camps when it comes to trip insurance. They either ask me about it before I even mention it, they consider it carefully, or decline firmly when I offer. However, I want clients to realize that they’ve made an investment and it should be protected. I have to admit, at first glance travel … Continue reading »

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May 14, 2009 Universal Orlando

Well, here we are on our family vacation! May is a great time to go to Florida – most kids aren’t out of school yet and the weather isn’t too hot or humid. We’re staying at Universal’s Royal Pacific Hotel. I really like staying on-site to take advantage of Universal’s transportation to the park – … Continue reading »

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