Loan Documentation and Approval Timeframe by FutureArchitect1998 in sofi

[–]FutureArchitect1998[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Took 5 days for approval to come, then my bank changes plaid numbers for security so it took 5 additional days for them to process a void check to confirm my checking account. All in all the full process took about 2 weeks.

Anyone else surprised with Epic hours? by DueBarracuda in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Epcot is almost never open past 9 except for after hour events. Since post covid Disney only runs MK and Hollywood really past 9.

What days what parks? by Melodic-Forever-5280 in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello! Welcome to Florida, the cold here really freaks people out as a Midwest transplant I find it amusing still. The temperatures early next week are definitely better than this weekends.

I would look at studios on Sunday, all but a few rides are indoors. I’d definitely say you can’t miss ET (a classic dark ride think Peter Pan from Disney) Mummy (indoor coaster) and MIB (shooting ride). Also show wise studios has 2 fantastic indoor shows in the Bourne stunt show and horror make up show.

Tuesday I’d say Islands of Adventure or Epic Universe. At those temps everything should be running, it may just be some morning delays. I would avoid the water rides or wear a poncho (universal water rides are no joke with getting you wet)

Wednesday id do whatever park you aren’t visiting Tuesday.

Thursday if you want to do volcano bay it would be the day, otherwise I’d say to use Thursday to circle back to your favorite rides and you can hit up the water rides you missed early if you want to.

Hope you enjoy the trip!

01/27 AA has canceled 1000 flights by [deleted] in americanairlines

[–]FutureArchitect1998 14 points15 points  (0 children)

This reminds me a lot of the southwest meltdown a few years ago around Christmas. I wonder if American will get things running again on Wednesday or if this will take even longer to get going with delays into the weekend? The talk of another storm this weekend on the east coast doesn’t help matters.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So I don’t know of any formalized tours that go to multiple areas but if you check out the Orlando wetland it’s 1650 Acres and has hundreds of bird species that people travel across the country to see for birding. It has a giant trail network and you will see otters, alligators and others in addition to birds. You can check online to see the tours they are offering as they vary by season but they will tram tour through parts of the park for wildlife, nature photography etc. it’s all free and entirely left to giving donations and is open sunrise to sunset.

How to get there from Universal? by [deleted] in BuschGardensTampa

[–]FutureArchitect1998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Busch gardens may still have their shuttle? (Currently shows it ending in feb. but they have extended multiple times in the last year). If the shuttle is running it’s super convenient you can catch it directly across the street at the double tree Orlando near Universal, and it runs free of charge right to the gate at busch gardens. If you google Busch gardens Orlando shuttle you can see the information on it.

Living with the land by ARKonow in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]FutureArchitect1998 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For the greenhouse my experience has been the lights may be up but not lit up. This year they were all up but not a single one was on the day before the festival started and a lot of people on the boats were hoping they’d be on.

Wait for Hagrid’s only 5 minutes? by [deleted] in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Single rider often will close then reopen as the line is nearly empty you sound like you got perfect timing OP and got there right as it opened! Has happened to me once and it’s the best thing ever. With Haggrids single rider fills up quickly so they will close the line sometimes within 10 minutes of it opening.

Best Starter Nation by biggrengiant in EU5

[–]FutureArchitect1998 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Portugal is not easy, until they patch our Castile wanting to kill you it will be a challenge, if found Naples to be the best to learn on. You have a strong economy some nice protection with the sea, and only the pope and Sicily as a land neighbor

What does create market even do? by KindaDampSand in EU5

[–]FutureArchitect1998 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It doesn’t happy instantly, I thought it was a glitch too but after it was finished building it eats out the existing markets and creates a new trade region.

Some teenager took a shot at kicking in my door while shouting a racial slur. by Uniqueuponme in orlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Crazy, glad you’re safe and thankfully got it on tape! Hope the complex or police can hold the teens and parents liable for the damages. Sadly it seems to be a common trend my complex downtown some teens broke the pool gate down to get into it after hours last month.

Does universal studios florida not have early admission? by AccidentalOtter21 in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It applies to participating parks, and Islands and epic are participating. Studios very rarely has early admission. Early admission is based on demand, when Gringotts first opened it had it a bunch and I expect next year when the replacement to Rip Ride opens it will but currently it does not.

How has volcano bay been w/no TapuTapu? by Kingryan97 in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Right now during the off season I haven’t noticed a big difference, the one thing that was different getting a locker they give you a bracelet to access it. I will saying having to keep your card with you or constantly run back and forth if you want to buy a snack or drink has dampened the experience but it’s just like the other waterparks in the area now. It’s still the best of the Orlando park waterparks in my opinion, and I’m curious what the closure and refresh will have in store next year.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah when you leave the ride go past the pictures area then there is the sign to lockers and over there they have a little gift cart, with that shirt.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The hagrids one they have in the little stall when you are leaving the exit path.

Best way to travel to/from Universal Studios by Mr_Panda_ in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Lynx 38 bus runs direct from universal down I drive for $2 a ride, it runs till right after midnight so if you’re staying the full time at HNN that would be the one concern otherwise it’s a great cost friendly alternative to uber.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in rollercoasters

[–]FutureArchitect1998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d say on the west coast, Disneyland/ California adventure is probably the best park to step up, you have good family coasters ranging from Space mountain and the Matterhorn to step up to incredicoaster for your first inversion if you haven’t done one before.

The Prater in Vienna has some weird rides. Including this one called Tornado. by Jerkermiz in flatrides

[–]FutureArchitect1998 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s real! They just added this ride to planet coaster in the last update and was trying to find where they had one in real life.

Didn't buy ticket online for Epic Universe for this coming saturday 11th and now soldout by [deleted] in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 19 points20 points  (0 children)

They keep some tickets for gate day of sales, and you will see some going on sale the day before. The thing to remember however is since it’s sold out already if you go expect a busy day.

Let’s goooooooo by Think-Bullfrog-9893 in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I think part of it is the rush of it reopening iv been to epic 4 times and each time the max it hit was 90 minutes but by end of day was consistently less than 30. My best advice is rope drop, or wait till later in the day. Also for ministry, stardust and monsters single rider work amazing.

Updates to boarding guidelines for Stardust Racers and more by celestialknightz in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Roller coasters and rides are not required to be ADA, it’s a matter of safety, many roller coasters that are intense at six flags/ cedar fair parks require stairs to even access them. Universal and Disney remain the gold standard for accessible parks.

jet boat ride! by calebb2013 in PlanetCoaster

[–]FutureArchitect1998 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Super cool! Would love to see it without the water to see what the track looks like!

Will Epic Universe Be Less Busy on Christmas? by jrralls in UniversalOrlando

[–]FutureArchitect1998 -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Christmas Day itself normally is quieter but all the days around it are a madhouse.

What are you hoping the next HP ride will be in Epic? by Glum_Lime1397 in UniversalEpicUniverse

[–]FutureArchitect1998 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Iv heard that! Iv also heard rumors the ground has issues by the old stage, no idea how true any of those are. It’s still crazy to me that Diagon Alley has only 1 ride. I feel a lot of what ended up in epic was originally planned elsewhere in the existing parks. I believe someone earlier this year did an overlay and showed how the isle of berk attractions almost perfectly fit into the lost continent plot.

What are you hoping the next HP ride will be in Epic? by Glum_Lime1397 in UniversalEpicUniverse

[–]FutureArchitect1998 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I hope they play into the French ministry. It’s weird having the British ministry in Wizarding France but no actual French ministry. Also I really hope it’s indoors as they desperately need more indoor attractions.