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Is Universal Orlando Out-Disneying Walt Disney World?

July 31, 2017 by @Modlifeisgood Leave a Comment

Is Universal Orlando Out-Disneying Walt Disney World? Is a pretty bizarre question but let me explain.

5 years ago we were very disappointed with Universal Orlando. Rides seemed tired, food was poor, parks were dirty and staff were not very friendly.

islands of Adventure universal Orlando florida
Islands of Adventure

However; something has changed.

Universal Orlando has improved immensely. On our last few visits we have had a great time in Universal and have been sad to leave.

However are Walt Disney World keeping up the standards or is Universal Orlando now Out-Disneying them?

Hollywood Studios Chinese Theatre
Hollywood Studios

Service

Traditionally this would be a clear win for Disney. However; on our last few trips we have found Universal staff much more helpful. From Cleaners to Hotel Staff they all just seem a lot friendlier

The little extra niceties which Disney was famous for are now done just as well by Universal. Perhaps even better by Universal.

Our Opinion: Win Universal

Rides

This has always been Universal’s strongest area. The biggest and best rides are traditionally at Universal. Thrill seekers will find Universal a much more satisfying experience. Plus Universal has invested heavily in new attractions over recent years.

Spiderman Islands of Adventure

However; Universal has never been that good for small children. They don’t have anywhere near the selection of rides for children as Disney.

In addition; Avatar Flight of Passage has set a new standard for the top ride in a theme park. In my opinion Universal has nothing that comes close.

Our Opinion: Draw

Cleanliness

In the past we thought Universal could do with a good mop. However; not any more it was spotless on our last visit.

Standards of cleanliness seem to have deteriorated in parts of Walt Disney World.

Our Opinion: Win Universal

Food

Whilst it might be expensive the range of dining choices in Disney World is staggering. Universal can’t even get close to the number of options.

Rib Eye Le Cellier Mrs Modernlifeisgood.com Birthday in EPCOT
Rib Eye Le Cellier

However; food has improved in Universal and we think it probably is a little cheaper than Disney.

Our Opinion: Win Walt Disney World

Theming

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is amazing but Pandora: World of Avatar is just as good if not better.

Universal Studios Harry Potter
Wizarding World of Harry Potter

However; neither Universal Park is themed throughout as effectively as any of the Disney Parks.

Best themed park has to be Animal Kingdom. Perhaps now the best theme park in Orlando?

Our Opinion: Win Walt Disney World

Pandora - World of Avatar
Pandora – World of Avatar

The Final Result

It is a draw!

Universal Orlando is not Out-Disneying Walt Disney World.

However; it is catching up and you don’t want to miss either resort.

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Read more about our recent Orlando Adventure here.

Filed Under: Disney World, Orlando, Travel, Universal Orlando Resort Tagged With: orlando, universal, walt disney world

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