The next important decision is on transportation. It's a long trip and we plan on relaxing, so I don't think we want to pay for a car rental the entire stay- or hotel parking for nine days. We have used the Universal Superstar shuttle before and we were very happy with the service. It was a trip with just Joe and I so it was cost effective for the two of us. I know people ask about this service so here are the details:
The Universal Superstar Shuttle is advertised as a vacation package add-on, but we do room only reservations, and were welcome to use the shuttle service. I called the 800 number on the website to book and pay for round trip airport transportation.
It's $39.00 per adult round trip; $29.00 for children 3-9.
We received a confirmation online and when we arrived in Orlando, we proceeded to the Superstar shuttle desk- which was next to the car rental desks on the ground floor. They checked us in and directed us outside to the waiting area for the bus. We waited about 10 minutes for our bus. It's a small shuttle bus and we were joined by 2 other parties. The buses are only for the Universal hotels. Our first stop was Portofino Bay, next was our stop at HRH. It was very quick and efficient.
When you check in at MCO they also confirm your return date and time. They pick you up about 3 hours before your flight. They arrived on time at HRH(this time there was only one other couple on the bus with us) and we got to the airport in plenty of time before our flight!
I would definitely use this service again! Because they charge per person, this is most cost effective for 2 people- unless you do have a vacation package which includes this at no charge.
This trip Troy will be joining us for the weekend, so a private car service is probably better and cheaper! The only service we've tried- and will definitely continue to use- is Tony Hinds. I read about him on the DIS and he is AMAZING!! He has answered my emails almost immediately when I've reached out to book transportation. He and his drivers are courteous, prompt, and efficient! He doesn't charge per person- just a flat fee . His vehicles hold up to 10 and he has car seats available for children. When you hire him, you get more than transportation! They are so nice and engaging, you gain new friends!!
So if you want friendly, reliable, cost effective airport transportation e-mail Tony Hinds!! If you search his name, you can visit his website for all of the information regarding his service!