mamapenguin
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Where can I get a bring back Bill and Ted shirt? We leave Thursday. TIAOther than fact there is absolutely no tolerance for touching the scareactors at HHN LOL
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Where can I get a bring back Bill and Ted shirt? We leave Thursday. TIAOther than fact there is absolutely no tolerance for touching the scareactors at HHN LOL
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No idea what they are doing of course but we have done a tour where we wore headphones and the only purpose was to hear the guide. I am pretty sure it was the Backstage Magic tour, but it’s been few years and I may not remember correctly. It didn’t impact us asking questions, it was only so we could hear the guide well since there is often a lot of background noiseI can’t be the only person who is scrambling to find a pair of old school, wired headphones.
wondering if the last generation wired ones that came with iphone would work with whatever technology they will use.
never had an issue hearing the guide’s live commentary in the past. If it’s an accessibility thing, then all for itas an enhancement.
However, if they are possibly switching over to a pre-recorded spiel, without the guide being able to answer questions or provide any personalized input, not going to be a happy haunter.
You’ll be doing all day in the park plus HHN that night?We will be going in a few weeks. This is our first time to Universal. It will either be me or my husband and our 16 year old (someone has to stay with the 8 year old at the hotel). Any tips/tricks for newbies? We will have day tickets as well so will be in the park when it opens. I know nothing about horror nights and want to make the most of our time. We will not have express passes and won't be able to stay until 2:00 am because we have a long drive back the next day.
Yes, that's the only choice. We only have 2 days and are driving from NC. Trying to make the most of a long weekend.You’ll be doing all day in the park plus HHN that night?
That the only choice you have?
One thing to know about HHN is you walk twice as much during HHN as you do doing an entire day of rides at the theme parks. Getting in and out of the houses is a lot of walking. Plus getting to each of the houses.
I’m afraid you’ll be too worn out to get any enjoyment out of HHN.
You almost definitely want Express pass if you want to get in most of the houses. If you know you’ll be leaving early there’s about no way you’ll get in all the houses but you can do several with EP.
Try to get in the show so you can relax and sit for a bit if nothing else.
Make sure the 2 HHNers take a solid 2hr+ afternoon break. Preferably at the hotel, or at least linger at a late lunch off their feet, a movie, etc. As much of an actual rest as they can manage. Going into HHN tired is not ideal, but better than missing out entirely. Like @Mrs.AMC said, also hit up the shows for a mid-HHN rest.Yes, that's the only choice. We only have 2 days and are driving from NC. Trying to make the most of a long weekend.
Yes, that's the only choice. We only have 2 days and are driving from NC. Trying to make the most of a long weekend.
Understood.Yes, that's the only choice. We only have 2 days and are driving from NC. Trying to make the most of a long weekend.
We're kinda doing something similar, and do not currently plan on express or RIP. we'll have 1, maybe 2 park days. But we've also been to Universal a few times this year, so we know what all we want to ride/skip, etc. We plan to arrive at Sapphire falls early Sunday AM, between 7AM-8AM, checkin, doubtful room is ready, go to IoA to hit up Velocicoaster and whatever else. Prioritize the rides/attractions, etc you want to do in the parks.Yes, that's the only choice. We only have 2 days and are driving from NC. Trying to make the most of a long weekend.
Never been on this particular tour, but can definitely say I've been on quite a few group walking tours and I've been very frustrated to miss too much of the interesting commentary because I couldn't always stick literally right next to the guide - others would be there or I'd be a few people back and couldn't hear. Lots of times the guide would say something to the folks near them, but not repeat for the benefit of others. So earphones are a pain for a long tour, but I can also see real benefits.No idea what they are doing of course but we have done a tour where we wore headphones and the only purpose was to hear the guide. I am pretty sure it was the Backstage Magic tour, but it’s been few years and I may not remember correctly. It didn’t impact us asking questions, it was only so we could hear the guide well since there is often a lot of background noise
It‘s entirely possible they’ve had complaints that people couldn’t hear the guide well on the tour and this is in response to that.
Yes, we do have express pass during the day.Understood.
@ClapYourHands suggested the RIP tour. If there is any way you can do that’s the way to go when it’s tacked in to a park day and you don’t have the full night.
Other than that and the additional info above I suggest whoever goes to HHN is not the driver going home. They’ll be worn out. Lol
But the number one choice is a break about lunch that day. Will you have EP during the day?
That should help a lot thenYes, we do have express pass during the day.
Thankfully, I’ve not experienced that issue on outdoor or indoor tours. the guides have always stopped, turned around and made sure all could hear their commentscan definitely say I've been on quite a few group walking tours and I've been very frustrated to miss too much of the interesting commentary because I couldn't always stick literally right next to the guide
Chainsaw wolves!Chainsaw gangs wandering everywhere it seemed.
And…Typical year where there are a few strong houses, a few weaker ones and most in the middle. No duds - but a couple that didn’t live up to their potential. Two others that “overachieved” after some low expectations. There’s one house though that I expect to make the “all time” list of great houses.
Or use the spoiler tag if you can. Pretty please, with sugar on topAround what time do wait times typically peak? I've got no basis for comparison, but it seems like the waits for the houses are not all that bad for opening night??
It was a sell out
Thrill data website list wait times for WDW & U including hhn (still Last year’s data)
My take, if it’s really busy before 8 pm, it’s going to make for a very long night
Heavy rain does seem to lessen crowds, locals I’m guessing take a pass
Thankfully, I’ve not experienced that issue on outdoor or indoor tours. the guides have always stopped, turned around and made sure all could hear their comments
Any optional enhancement as to their live commentary is a good idea IMO. Just not accepting of any ‘pretaped spiel’ vs the live touch tho. If it is a mandated thing, should’ve been clearly stated & put in place before ticket sales commenced
Hoping to hear positive reviews next week that is is something about nothing
Chainsaw wolves!
And…
Lol
We 110% welcome opinions of the houses here.
If anyone is going to delve into deep specifics, please post a “SPOILER ALERT” before diving in the deep end
Unconfirmed, did read holding pen near BMG is for resort guests onlybut any suggested strategies on where to start this year for stay and scream (and with EP) would be greatly appreciated. I’ve been following and know that some areas are better than others to maximize time.