6 SECRET HIDEOUTS In Islands of Adventure | Universal Orlando 2022!

In this video we show you how to escape the crowds at Universal ‘s Islands of Adventure! If you’re visiting Islands of Adventure 2022 and wondering where you can go to get away from the Islands of Adventure crowds, you’ve come to the right place! We show you 6 places in Islands to avoid the crowds at Universal 2022. We even find a new hideout that Anna didn’t know existed! Check it out so you know how to avoid the IOA crowds 2022 for your strip to Universal Studios Orlando!
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[@ThePughTwo]

Wanna play hide and seek at the parks?? You better do your homework by watching this video in Universal Studios kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXTZXp6YedRphdU !!

[@knick0820]

I'd play hide and seek any day! It's on like DONKEY KONG!

[@chandlerjohns02]

I’d totally play a game of hide and seek, or tag in the parks.

[@RyanDoesMinecraft100]

Hi guys, not sure if anyone has made a comment yet about it but just in case. The Toon Amphitheater is actually used year round, just not for day guests. It's where we usually hold the cheer competitions, sometimes it's used for set construction/filming, and is also used as a storage area during the holidays. There used to be a show in the amphitheater when it first opened but it got discontinued many years ago.

[@ThePughTwo]

We have heard that from a few people about the cheer but not about holiday storage and things of that nature! Thank you for letting us know! We love little tidbits like that!

[@katiebrant7687]

Anywhere with alcohol works for me 😂 Cheers! 🍹

[@ThePughTwo]

😂😂 we love it!

[@spicyagent2984]

I really love the consistency in this channel and the true love they put into the videos thank you guys for being so awesome!

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you so much! That’s so sweet, we really appreciate it! And thank you for watching!

[@JacobS.78]

Hey guys 👋🏻 ..so, a few months ago I was searching online for info on what Universal lets you carry on the rides at both parks, and I stumbled across one of your videos. You guys had the best info anywhere online, by far! You really helped me in finding the perfect travel pack to take to Universal on my last trip. Thanks Anna & Tyler! 👍🏻 Now, I'm going back there next week with my girlfriend (who loves Universal, but HATES crowded areas) ..and I plan on impressing her with my vast knowledge of all the secret hideaway spots from your latest video 😎 ..thanks again guys! and keep up the good work ✌🏻

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh thank you, Jacob! You’re too sweet! We really love hearing that our videos have been helpful, so thank you for sharing that. We hope you and your girlfriend have an awesome time! Hopefully your vast knowledge of the parks will impress her! Lol

[@kingoboe9536]

Behind Hogs head there are umbrellas and a nice patio that is great shelter for rain. If you are looking at the front door to hogs head, there is an archway to the right of it that brings you back to an empty patio where you can watch velocicoaster while sipping butterbeer

[@ThePughTwo]

We love that patio! We go back there a lot in the mornings, but once the 3 broomsticks gets busy, it’s filled with people eating at the restaurant! Love it, though!!

[@jstamets]

Seeing Anna jumping on the pressure pads in camp Jurassic brought back a ton of memories of our kids doing the same thing 16 or 17 years ago. Awesome memories! Thanks!

[@jagmaida5074]

I've never been in that area since I don't have kids I'll have to check it out next time

[@ThePughTwo]

Awh, how fun! We’re so glad you enjoyed the video, we’d bed your kids have great memories of that too!

[@tentingaroundflorida]

Another video heck ya. Have you eaten a donut 🍩 since your hulk video?

[@ThePughTwo]

Not a single one haha!

[@jgaldos123]

The line for Storm force is usally a good spot to hide out lol

[@ThePughTwo]

Lol trueeeeeee!

[@dharvr8070]

You can go if you go towards red Fish two Fish and go towards the shop there will be like a little area where you can sit down and then you also have snitch beach

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh there are absolutely more places, these are just the best ones that come to mind!

[@kevinnails5598]

I stay salty because the only time we could have ridden Pteranodon, my wife rode with our son just before the parks closed. Next time we visited, he was too tall.

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh my gosh that’s so frustrating! I think that might be even worse than not having a kid to ride it with at all.

[@BoOmExotic]

Always love playing hiding and seek while i try to puff my medication 😮‍💨 while in the parks 😏 especially seeing the views love it

[@MegaTheloki]

in Jurassic Park, the right side of the Discovery Center after you exit Velocicoaster is normally empty except for some parked strollers and is covered. In Hogsmeade the alley behind Honeydukes is always empty. In Suess Landing there's never anyone down by Sneetch Beach.

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh absolutely! This definitely wasn’t an exhaustive list. We thought about the hideout behind honeydukes, but it seems like there’s always team members using that entrance, so we feel in the way!

[@482Brisbane369]

Hi my Wife and I were in the Me Ship Olive area behind the boat. It was late at night, it might of been on a OI meetup and I was in a ECV . Warning! It can get kinda confusing to navigate the area, the ramps need for the ECV are not strategically placed to allow quick in n out navigation. The stairs are , but not the ramps ! In the Darkness i had to waste a huge amounts of time to get out of the area !! Was very difficult. Had to send the wife ahead to scout for the ramps , she walked the stairs found the ramps then directed me to them. Was super frustrating for me to get out. Good thing I didn't have a emergency. Also i can walk if i have too, but couldn't leave the ECV behind.

[@ThePughTwo]

We’re sorry to hear that!! That area of the park can be a little difficult to navigate, so we could imagine at night in an ECV. Did you leave any feedback for Universal? They might be able to add signs for ramps or something.

[@jackflack66]

Way off topic...but I'm noticing Anna likes to use absolute words where as Tyler uses qualifiers. Not to get into their personal life...but I can envision this... Anna: Tyler did you get around fixing 'X' item? Tyler: Of course, it's essentially working perfectly now. Anna: Really! Tyler: Pretty much. BTW, thank you for this video...I will be using the last location when we walk through Marvel and direct the family outback to refill our drinks and rest from the FL sun. Thanks again!

[@ThePughTwo]

😂😂 The accuracy of that conversation is hilarious. That's something that we both agreed with once we read it, but we never knew how to describe it. This is too funny! And we're so glad this video was helpful! We hope you have an amazing time on your trip!!

[@christinedubois5954]

Pugh Two, please try to find the Character Dudley Do Right. I’m assuming that he’s somewhere in Toon Lagoon. Possibly. I don’t know exactly.

[@ThePughTwo]

Haha we will see if he is around!

[@yert4gert]

Check out the awning attached to the back of Comic Strip Cafe in Toon Lagoon that you can access behind Dudley Do-Right's. The cafe closes pretty early usually so it's abandoned and shaded. I always sat there while my family did water rides and there was almost never another person back there.

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh that’s a good one, too! People (including us) forget it exists because it’s so out of the way!

[@anukadam2052]

Hi Anna! Could you please share where your sunglasses are from? Love them! Thank you!

[@ThePughTwo]

Haha several people have asked this! They’re some cheap knockoffs I got online a few years ago. Like.. got a dozen for $20 cheap 😂 they’re trying to imitate some Oakleys that are still available, though!

[@lauraacott]

Good job & I did enjoy the video … the tour aspect. I love donuts but if you hurled on me because I was behind you…that would not be cool. At all

[@ThePughTwo]

Lol I knew I wasn’t gonna get sick!

[@kimgrod]

Hi Pugh Two. There's a quiet, shaded place in the Hogwarts castle, looks like a cave entrance.

[@ThePughTwo]

We’ve seen that, too!

[@jenniferwolfe660]

So insist landing there is a little quiet place in between 1fish 2 fish and circus McGurkus next to the restrooms is a small quiet place in some shade. And in hogsmead go behind hogs head.

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh there are absolutely more places than this, these are just some of our favorites!

[@h0ck3yphreak]

Yeah, UO has tried to do things with the old Fear Factor stadium; however, because UO isn't Disney, they have to ask the county for permission to demo it...and they've been denied at every turn...

[@ThePughTwo]

That is crazy! We hope something gets to come to parks in its place soon!

[@StorybookAmusement]

The camera work in this video is incredible! Amazing amazing work!

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you so much!

[@leslieyoung2814]

Question: Do you recommend taking a midday swimming break at either our Universal hotel or Volcano Bay? Coming from Disney trips, that’s recommended a lot, and we usually did that with our young boys. Swim and cool down from 1 to 4 and then head back to the parks in the later afternoon. I haven’t read/watched anyone talk about that for Universal trips. Most itineraries suggest a day trip to Volcano Bay instead of spending a couple hours there daily. Does it just take too long to travel between the parks and waste too much time? What are your thoughts? For reference, I’m going with my adult sisters mid May for 5 days/4 nights, staying at Cabana. Never been to Universal, and the Wizarding World is the main draw! Love love love your channel. It’s been so helpful as we plan! Thanks ❤️

[@ThePughTwo]

It really depends how long you have at the parks! If you’re there for 4-5 days or more, you can afford the time it takes to get between them. If you have three days and you’re trying to see all three parks, trying to hop between the three is a little much. Heading back to the hotels is something that a lot of people do, though! That’s more doable!

[@deirdrecollins4287]

Well Volcano bay is a water park so you're cool there, but one thing we did notice was around four/four-thirty the wait times started to drop and we were able to get loads of gos on slides, which was class and the lazy river was virtually empty, it was class!

[@RM-jo8gy]

Camp jurassic is my favorite hideout at IoA especially on a super hot day!

[@ThePughTwo]

It’s the best!!

[@michellebaker1979]

Did you know you can send post cards at the owl post or even just get it stamped. At least you used to be able to when I was there a while back. Also it may be a bogart in the trunk in borgans

[@ThePughTwo]

We did! We think that’s the coolest, too! We need to do that in a vlog sometime. That’d be fun! Also yes, we’ve confirmed it’s a bogart since we shot this video!

[@cruzindwnthest]

they used to do some BMX show there. Now all I know that is there is the Cheerleading competition.

[@ThePughTwo]

We had no idea! We knew about the cheerleading!

[@novalienieboer9400]

Will you guys be in Disney or universal from may 3rd to may 16th we really want to be in a video

[@ThePughTwo]

We should be around!

[@cutiecakezz]

i am 10000% going to play on the dino pads & look for the bridge troll when i come visit next month

[@ThePughTwo]

Haha have fun and let us know how it is!

[@broadwayblueshirts6160]

I went to Universal a couple of weeks ago. Before I went I binged on your videos. I’m so glad I did because I really had no idea what to do or where to go and was a bit overwhelmed. But after watching your videos I had a plan and felt confident about it. Did the two day park hopper so I could ride the hogwarts express. Had five butter beers, all three types. Got everything in in my two days there. I’m sure I missed some stuff but I think I really got everything in I wanted to. I even did those Jurassic caves. My biggest surprise was The fast and Furious because I’ve only heard people say they don’t like it but I thought it was great. Velocicoaster was my favorite. And I was blown away by all the Harry Potter stuff. I liked the rice bowls at Thunder falls terrace. Anyways just wanted to let you know your videos helped so much, would never have known about knockturn ally, was great. I subbed and will keep watching, thanks!

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you so much! We really love hearing that our videos have helped people, so we appreciate you sharing! That sounds like an awesome trip, too! We’re so glad we could help make your Universal vacation the best!

[@TN..ThemePARKMom]

Sneetch beach also.. not much shade but definitely never buy

[@ThePughTwo]

That’s true! We always think of it as more of a walkway, but it has some good views of the lagoon too!

[@jessicadriver2250]

Any chance you guys have a map that shows where all these locations are?

[@ThePughTwo]

You can see a map of the parks on Universal’s app! We give markers for each one that should be easily found on the Universal map to help you locate each!

[@steveniglesias2508]

I kinda feel like you guys left the best ones out on purpose and I appreciate that!

[@ThePughTwo]

😉 Maybe 😂

[@justinpatrick7899]

Another great video! My favorite YT channel. Good tips for getting away if you want to get away from the crowds while you're away on vacation (I had to lol). And I'm definitely calling the ship The Olv lol.

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you! We will let you get "away" with it this time! The Olv is a great place 🤣

[@justinpatrick7899]

@@ThePughTwo 🤣🤣

[@chanakornfeld7575]

In Hogsmead behind the post office, there are some tables.

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh absolutely! Hard to find them empty, though! Lol

[@mshea10666]

I remember a Extreme Stunt show in that theater. BMX Bikes , Skateboards, Roller Blades. It was Okay nothing to brag about.

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh that’s cool! We wish they still used that area!

[@craigbrockman7893]

Guy puking water. Nailed it. I joked that it might not be the best advertisement for the best restaurant that it looks like the structure itself is experiencing food poisoning.

[@ThePughTwo]

Haha it just keeps puking!!

[@totalhavoc77]

The Toon Lagoon stadium near Marvel Island was used for the Mat Hoffman BMX show... 2002-2004 and 2010-2011

[@ThePughTwo]

Apparently it’s used for several different events that Universal hosts throughout the years!

[@JustOutnAbout]

We literally after several years of visiting finally ventured into those caves in Camp Jurassic just last fall as well! Who knew?? Lol.. great vlog!

[@ThePughTwo]

They’re so cool!! I was shocked at their existence lol. We’re so glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@tomcampbell4880]

Anna is correct. Skull Island isn't a land. It is an Island haha

[@ThePughTwo]

Lol I just meant in comparison to the rest of the “lands” in Islands! It’s so small. There’s literally kong and a hotdog stand!

[@evanweber3935]

I noticed you wear a Titleist hat alot, are you into golf?

[@ThePughTwo]

Yes! Anna played in college and we both play as much as we can!

[@joelsaysiloveyou4806]

I'm glad you stopped to play the midway game 🎯

[@ThePughTwo]

Haha it was so fun!

[@dmitch1983]

In suess landing theres a courtyard to the right of cat in the hats gift shop that's usually empty. Also the bookstore tends to be sparse

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh definitely! There are all kinds of little places like that where you can find refuge!

[@victorianoelle6290]

I love the hidden caves in Camp Jurassic. Can't wait to check that out with my little guy. (Need him for pteronodon flyers 😂)

[@ThePughTwo]

Haha we’re jealous you get to ride it! Those caves are almost as cool, though!

[@totalhavoc77]

If you go out the back door of Cats, Hats, and Things in Suess Landing there is a little sitting area that is quiet or was for us.

[@ThePughTwo]

That’s a good one too! This definitely isn’t an exhaustive list. There are all kinds of little places where you can find a quite place to sit. These are just some of our favorites!

[@lindsaydrew56]

As many times as I’ve been to the parks, I’ve never been in most of these areas. Granted I’m generally just running from ride to ride like a mad woman but it’s great to know these places exist!

[@ThePughTwo]

You sound like us Lindsay haha! We are always rushing around which I guess is why Anna had never seen the caves!

[@quinn.queso15]

Keep up the awesome videos, you guys are my favorite KZbinrs ever

[@ThePughTwo]

Awh thank you! We’re so glad you’re enjoying them! And thank you for watching, we appreciate it!

[@yomama6758]

Last year was the first time my family and I went to Universal (for my birthday😌) after 6 years since the last time we were there, and watching your guys vids helped a lot! Gonna use all these tips when we go again this year for my birthday😂. My bday is 4th of July and honestly I’m surprised we actually got to go on all the rides we wanted to since it’s summer lol so hoping for the best this year too😂.

[@ThePughTwo]

We’re so glad to hear that! It sounds like you had a great time last year, and we hope this year is even better. And happy early birthday!

[@yomama6758]

@@ThePughTwo thank you!!

[@DickBurnsTFM]

You missed the spot in Hogsmede behind Honeydukes. We were there for spring break and there was no one back there.

[@ThePughTwo]

That’s the spot we were talking about being in the way of workers haha!

[@topgunjoeicdbko]

Is anna a Canadian shes always so sorry when she is wrong lol

[@ThePughTwo]

Lol just a habit I guess! I’m not completely sure of my heritage… so I guess it’s possible! 😂

[@tinkerbella969]

yall gave away the spots! and ive noticed too :(( our mostly deserted places have ppl now!!!!

[@ThePughTwo]

Haha surely people havent figured it out in just a couple of days!

[@tinkerbella969]

@@ThePughTwo well to be fare you guys aren't the first to tell the secrets lol

[@karijobishop212]

Have you two moved in? I'm envious.

[@ThePughTwo]

Lol nope! Not yet. We’re still in TN right now but hoping to make the move before too long!

[@nathalie00]

Sneetch beach in Seuss Landing is always a great place to relax and get away from the crowds

[@ThePughTwo]

We thought about adding it but it was busy that day haha!

[@deirdrecollins4287]

yeah why can't adults go on the Pteranodon Flyers, that sucks, I'm shorter than most ten year olds!

[@ThePughTwo]

Haha just the rules for the attraction! We wanna ride it!

[@deirdrecollins4287]

@@ThePughTwo yeah looks class

[@Julia-re3xq]

I love these little secrets around each corner in the islands of adventure and universal studios it's such good videos thanks

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you! We love them too! Sometimes you just have to look!

[@Julia-re3xq]

@@ThePughTwo right you always have to y'all are the best

[@1972cecelia]

Oddly enough I attended a cheer competition in the amphitheater in toon lagoon !

[@ThePughTwo]

We have heard it still being used for that!

[@Deadowen]

Is the food good at me ship olive

[@ThePughTwo]

Me ship the olive isn’t a restaurant, but Wimpy’s, the one in that area, is really good!

[@keilamarciel]

Digging those crisp slo mo shots for the B-roll yall! Great vid! 👌

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you!! We really appreciate it when you guys notice things like that! Lol

[@kaylapigott3029]

The area behind Mythos is definitely the best area in Islands to get away from the crowds! No one seems to know it's there! Whenever I need a break, I always end up there!

[@ThePughTwo]

That is a good one!!

[@hayleehartzell9254]

Is it the old fear factor building??

[@ThePughTwo]

This video is so old, I’m not sure what you’re referencing. Can you time stamp it so we can go back and watch to jog our memory?

[@hayleehartzell9254]

@@ThePughTwo I’m sorry, I’ve been binging the videos lol it looked like an old stadium possibly that you guys said near it was a good place to get away from the crowds. But you weren’t sure what used to be there…I remember a fear factor sign at universal when I was a kid. I never saw the show, but thought maybe that’s what it was used for is all. You guys are doing SO MUCH with the current fundraiser and daily videos, don’t worry about it at all!

[@Alyssa_Dutson]

Seuss Landing has the BEST bathrooms! There is never anybody there and they are always very, very clean! (Toon lagoon has the worst bathrooms) but I loved the walkway behind Popeyes! It was so nice and relaxing and cool to see the Velocicoaster and the water ride; and just the views over the lake 😍 Hogsmeade is amazing, but my absolute worst place due to the crowds, it’s always so so so crazy. I HAVE to find those pressure point dinosaur feets!!! 🦖 and the misty cave!

[@ThePughTwo]

That’s so funny! On our last few trips, the toon lagoon bathrooms have been the cleanest by far. It’s funny how it changes lol. You’ll have to let us know what you think about the caves! The pressure plates are fun, too!

[@gemmacurren2610]

JUST found your channel after coming back from holiday😔!! Totally looking for ourselves in your videos 🤣

[@ThePughTwo]

Lol let us know if you find yourselves!

[@aislingniriada1249]

Thank you for always recommending Green Eggs and Ham. I'm here now eating the Buffalo tots and also stealing some of my boyfriend's Pizza Tots. They're so good

[@ThePughTwo]

We love them so much! Hope y’all are having an amazing day in the parks!

[@Rene...startingover]

Hogsmeade has a spot by Honeydukes. It looks like an employee walkway (and it is), but there are a couple cool Instagram walls back there and it's pretty quiet. Also...Suess Landing has a spot kind of in the back...walkway that has a couple low arches. You can't really see what's behind the arches from the main areas, but if you duck through the arch, you can go back and sit on an egg...like Horton!

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh this definitely isn’t an exhaustive list. We thought about the spot behind honeydukes, but we always feel in the way of team members. It’s a cool little place, though!

[@tomrodgers8488]

I think the last time toon lagoon amphitheater was used regularly was2010- 2011 for Matt Hoffman's aggro circus and what happened to the s'mores at Green eggs and ham

[@ThePughTwo]

That’s interesting! We’re guessing it just wasn’t selling very well so they replaced it with some other savory tots!

[@andreasouth4596]

Aww the perfect sister video to the US one. I cannot wait to play and pose in those caves!! Once again the B Roll was 🧑🏼‍🍳💋This was a beautifully shot video!!

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you Andrea! We can't wait to see the pictures on the group! The caves are amazing!

[@samanthaedmonds3219]

**looking around for Sneetch Beach** The amphitheater is soooo rarely used. Cheerleading competitions last year. HP shows during the HP weekends, and Bill N Ted during HHN is all I can recall.

[@ThePughTwo]

We considered it! We just never find ourselves hanging out there because it feels slightly more like a walkway than somewhere to spend some time. That’s so weird they don’t use the amphitheater more!

[@FamilyGal]

Thanks for the secret places, I knew a few of these but not all. The Camp Jurassic one looked like the best one, I just have to convince the Type A person in our group to take some breaks. (Oh yeah. That's me, isn't it? Note to self......)

[@ThePughTwo]

😂😂 we feel that! Hence why I had never found those caves back there. To many rides to get through!! Lol

[@loveaburimen2534]

Nice one keep it up

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you!!

[@catherineflores78]

Actually, you can go behind Hogshead bar next to the moaning myrtle bathrooms to get away from the crowds in Hogsmead.

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh absolutely! They just usually route the line for the bar out that door, and there’s people eating at the three broomsticks back there. It’s a good place first thing in the morning, though!

[@galileo4k230]

You guys are awesome! You should venture in to Disney World and SeaWorld. Thanks for the great content. I watch when I am doing homework (wishing I was travelling).

[@ThePughTwo]

We have plans to one of these days! We just have to move down there first! lol and thank you, we’re so glad you’re enjoying our videos. We hope you get down there soon yourself!

[@cindypodritske5007]

Oh my goodness!! You are my Universal Gurus!! We are from Canada so we like cooler temperatures. Knowing where these spots are will be so helpful. Thank you, Thank you and Thank you. We are so looking forward to our trip. It is just around 270 day before we are there. January 24-27 2023. Here we come. 🎉❤️🇨🇦

[@ThePughTwo]

You’re too sweet! We’re so glad our videos have been helpful! I feel like even Floridians have to get out of the heat sometimes. It can be brutal down there! Lol your trip will be here before you know it and we can’t wait to hear all about it!

[@mikefischer9327]

Okay so not as many quiet spots as the Studios but still so much to discover. And you had fun looking for them. Success in my book!

[@ThePughTwo]

There are others, but they’re not quite as.. big I guess?? Lol these are the best ones, though!

[@chandlerjohns02]

I like hanging out in the outdoor eating area in Jurassic Park area, kind of across from the 2nd floor entrance to the large gift shop/“science center”. When it’s not prime time for lunch, it’s a nice shady area to take a break from the heat.

[@ThePughTwo]

We know exactly where you are talking about!

[@Joe.732]

new to your channel, good stuff, must see KZbin 📺 do u also go the the water parks and WDW?

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you! We appreciate your support, and we’re happy to have you here! We’re mainly Universal right now, but we’re hoping to move to Florida this summer and visit some of the other parks! The logistics are just too difficult right now.

[@moonbeambeam]

Thanks for sharing the secret hideouts to get away from the crowds. I appreciate your videos and I am glad your fanbase is growing.

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you so much, we really appreciate your support! And we're glad you enjoyed the video!

[@sarah.weaver]

I LOVE this! I have extreme anxiety, and sometimes I just need to NOT be in a crowd! Love these vids!

[@ThePughTwo]

Haha we feel that, too! We’re so glad you’re enjoying them!!

[@samscaggs2270]

Been going for a few years and I smoke so I know the past areas for smoking are usually by the water behind stores. Even being smoking areas there's usually not many of us there. Also the shortcut around Seuss is pretty big and can get away from crowds. There was an alcove by the HP entrance/arch that you could sit and rest too.

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh for sure! There are definitely other places to escape the crowds, these are just some the best ones and our favorites!

[@deirdrecollins4287]

Also our top tip, well it was my sister's idea, she suggested when we got into Islands that we turn left and head straight for Marvel and go backwards, and we were able to get all the rides done there and in toon lagoon, didn't need to use fast pass or anything, it was class!

[@ThePughTwo]

Thats awesome! Thank you for the tip!

[@captainchaos7579]

Hello 👋🏻. How does the early admission work? I tried it once when i stayed at a universal resort and we got dropped off in the middle of the crowd and had to wait with everyone else and dint get in until 930 after it was opened.

[@ThePughTwo]

If you are staying on property, you are allowed to go to the parks an hour early. The line does get pretty long sometimes and that may be what you experienced!

[@benlloyd6674]

Another enjoyable vid guys! Really like the use of the tunes and slow mo’s! Keep them coming.

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you, Ben! We’re glad you enjoyed it! We appreciate your kind words!

[@caraoleary3789]

I never knew about those caves. I'm going to have to go back there this month. Thanks guys

[@ThePughTwo]

Right?? I’m glad I’m not the only one! Lol

[@scottjrsy2173]

My family and I just got back from Universal yesterday. I must thank you for you all of your helpful tips. We had a great time at the parks from frozen butterbeer to green eggs and ham. We tried as much as we could that you guys recommended. Thank you again for your videos, they helped us out a lot. Keep up the good work.

[@ThePughTwo]

That’s awesome! We’re so happy to hear that our videos were helpful. It’s videos like this that keep us motivated, so thank you for sharing!

[@themeparkhippie8464]

If it gets too busy or hot, I like to sneak away to the beachclub at the hard rock hotel to grab a snack and do some pool hopping! I love that Universal has pool hopping where if you are staying on property you get access to the pools at the other properties! Then head back to the parks when the afternoon crowds thin out! Thanks for all the helpful info! 🎢💙

[@ThePughTwo]

Lol that’s the REAL way to escape the crowds! We love the pool hoping, too. Such a nice perk!

[@brandonmurphy7694]

You inspired our vacation we are taking May 1st to May 8th we are so excited!!!! Love your content!

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh gosh! We hope it lives up to your expectations! Lol that’s so soon, you’re gonna have so much fun!!

[@jamesderrick3343]

Your 1st spot on the list where it was closed at the greenery.... yea, that's where the line started for Hagrids on opening day lol

[@ThePughTwo]

Jeez! 😂😂 we’ve seen videos, but we’re not upset we missed that! How terrible! Lol

[@themeparkqueer]

Loving the videos lately!! I’ve been binging since planning my partner’s birthday surprise in a couple weeks, I’m getting us Premier passes based on your suggestions since we live close by and love the free HHN ticket option for my partner! These little tips and tricks are gonna make our trip THAT much better for his birthday, so thank you for all the awesome videos 💓

[@ThePughTwo]

Awh, you’re too sweet! We can’t tell you how much that means to us! We hope you and your partner have the BEST time on your trip! That’s awesome that you’re gonna surprise him with annual passes, that sounds like the best birthday ever! ❤️❤️

[@dijen35]

If I remember correctly that's where we went for the Q and A with the actors from Harry Potter during the Celebration.

[@ThePughTwo]

I think someone else said that too! I guess it gets used for random events from time to time.

[@terrianntylenda6412]

Love this video. I saved it to watch again before my trip. Thanks!!!

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you!! We’re so glad you enjoyed it!

[@barryh1972]

Anywhere by the lagoon in IOA I'd a good place to get away from the crowds. Also: Tyler's loving arms ;)

[@ThePughTwo]

Lol yes and yes! 😂😂

[@johnnywalking83]

This seems to be a popular video theme. There are places in each land to get a breather from people. Keep looking

[@ThePughTwo]

Oh we agree this isn’t an exhaustive list. That would’ve gone on for ages 😂😂

[@Hobbitghoul]

Definitely making notes of these places! I am all about getting away from the crowds, haha.

[@ThePughTwo]

lol us too! We hit our people limit some days!

[@knick0820]

Oddly enough this morning I watched a video Taylor made of spot to hide in IOA as well, so crazy! Now I will have so many places to hide away in the parks. Usually we hid by Bluto's! Oh! I forgot, the camp Jurassic Area as well... I mean, we have kids, so we may have been in there a few times! I may have a video somewhere of Joshua stepping on those footprints... I LOVE IT!

[@ThePughTwo]

Yeah we saw that as well! Haha the footprints are hilarious and the first time you walk back there and don't realize why all the sounds are happening!

[@knick0820]

@@ThePughTwo It's like the troll by Mythos!

[@falgul21]

😅🤣You guys are awesome... I gonna tell you the background music is awesome ... and your voices are great for the video.. with all my respect... I love this video show hidden places.. nice... All the Best !!! 👋

[@ThePughTwo]

Thank you so much, Al! You’re too sweet! We really appreciate that. It’s comments like this that keep us motivated!

[@falgul21]

@@ThePughTwo I appreciated your comment so grateful guys... Thank you !! your are awesome couple... All The Best !!!

[@paw1dawg]

I watched to see which of my spots you found and which you still dont know about.

[@ThePughTwo]

Lol this isn’t an exhaustive list! Just sharing the best ones

[@ajford7560]

Just went to universal and this really helped! Thanks!

[@ThePughTwo]

We’re so happy to hear that! We hope you had a great trip!!

[@heidimargaret306]

Hi, great video 😀 question.. I’ll be at the parks the first week in December do you think the Orlando informer meet up is worth the extra money if we wanna go one night? Ty 😀❤️

[@ThePughTwo]

It just depends! They’re an awesome event and a great chance to try a bunch of food, but that can make for a long day/night in the parks. If your up for it, it’s a great time!

[@heidimargaret306]

Ty , I bit the bullet and got tix for one night for my grandson and I since we’ll be there celebrating his 16th bday, maybe we’ll see you guys 😀

[@Jessica-Blackmer]

I would love to see a video of you guys eating at some of the top tier hotels and rank them

[@ThePughTwo]

This is a fantastic idea! Thank you!

[@raysfan4211]

Going to universal the first of next month so excited😊gonna be awesome

[@ThePughTwo]

How exciting! We hope you have a great trip!

[@melissajensen3166]

I heard from another Florida vlogger that there’s a quiet place on Diagon Alley. It’s one of the side dead end alley’s. I want to say that it’s by the Broomstick restaurant. Forgive me, I’ve never been to Universal Florida. Great tips!

[@ThePughTwo]

It’s the place we referenced when walking saying that you would be in the way of workers! It’s a cool spot, but it’s a place that workers use for breaks and shift change!

[@melissajensen3166]

@@ThePughTwo oh ok. He didn’t mention that. Lol