4 Mistakes Annual Passholders Still Make in Universal Orlando

Even with an Annual Pass, it’s possible to make MISTAKES in the theme parks!

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If you don’t visit all the time or you don’t stay up-to-date on all the news and perks, it can be easy to miss out on special offerings, discounts, and experiences. So, we’re sharing the mistakes to avoid if you’re a Universal Orlando Annual Passholder!

Not Paying Attention to Perks

Once you get a Universal Orlando Annual Pass, it’s important to pay attention to the perks that are offered to Passholders — that’s how you get your value! Annual Passholders can get special discounts on parking, dining, and tickets for family and friends. They also have access to the UOAP lounge!

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Universal also often offers free, themed magnets for Passholders. And when it’s time for seasonal events? You might be able to score a deal on offerings during the Mardi Gras, Halloween, or holiday seasons!

Not Taking Advantage of Exclusive Events

From time to time, Passholders at Universal will be offered previews to check out new offerings, so make sure to be on the lookout! Passholders got the chance to preview DreamWorks Land AND Epic Universe before they opened to the public.

Epic Universe Passholder Preview

So if you see a new opening coming up soon on the calendar, make sure to keep your eyes peeled for a preview opportunity — you never know what Universal may offer!

Forgetting to Use Discounts

Remember when we talked about discounts? Don’t forget them — they could save you a LOT of money on your visit. The lower-level Annual Passes get discounts on parking, while the Premier and Preferred Passholders receive free self-parking after their first visit.

Universal Orlando Parking

Preferred Passholders get 10% off dining and merchandise, while Premier Passholders get 15% off. All pass levels can save when purchasing Multi-Day theme park tickets for their family and friends. And all Passholders can also save 10% on VIP experiences!

Not Using Your Pass Enough

Of course, one of the biggest mistakes you can make as an Annual Passholder is not using your pass enough days! For reference, these are the prices for the 2-Park Annual Passes, according to Universal Orlando’s website:

2-Park Seasonal Pass — $425
2-Park Power Pass — $475
2-Park Preferred Pass — $630
2-Park Premier Pass — $905

Universal Studios Florida

1-Park tickets to Universal Studios Florida or Universal’s Islands of Adventure start at $119 per person, so to get your money’s worth out of your pass, you’d need to visit 4 days in a year for the Seasonal and Power passes, 6 days in a year for the Preferred Pass, and 8 days in a year for the Premier Pass. Of course, if you use the benefit of going to two parks in one day, you can get your value faster because those tickets start at $174 per day.

Diagon Alley

So those are the mistakes you need to avoid if you purchase a Universal Orlando Annual Pass. Make sure to stay up to date on all the Passholder news so you can get the most bang for your buck!

And for a list of the best Universal Orlando snacks, check out the video below.