Florida Vlogs '24 Part 5 - Cancelled Plans, Universal & Tom's Watch Bar on International Drive

[@nicolagriffiths8397]

Great to see I was part of your vlog😂 I’m the person in the live stream that said ‘Paul’s jokes rule’ 😂😂 love you guys xxx

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Hahahaha Thanks for watching Nicola… although we need to talk about your love of the jokes 😂😂😂

[@anniepowell7559]

Great video 👍🌻🥰🇨🇦🇨🇦🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you Annie! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@NickyHodges]

Just love your vlogs so funny

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks so much Nicky! Hehe we are naughty aren’t we! 😂😂

[@sharonjukes8739]

I completely agree Paul having done both Hollywood and orlando theme parks orland is on a league of it's own will forever have our hearts 😊

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you Sharon! Yep, definitely the better of the two and when the third park comes….. it’ll be even bigger!

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

Yeah you boys must be gutted about not being able to go to Clearwater hotel as planned due to storm Debbie

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

It was a little bit disappointing Scott, but we can go back another day! Better to stay safe!!

[@AngieFrain-qi5vt]

Love you both ❤

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks so much Angie!

[@mark-xm3bj]

Another cracking vlog guys roll on the nxt one 👌

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Cheers Mark! Glad you enjoyed it! Next one drops in a couple of days!

[@tinafrancis4293]

Great vlog guys, that pint tho lol 😂 can’t wait for next one ❤

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks Tina! Just trying to be butch! 😂😂

[@janetali6102]

Brilliant vlog Tom needs to ask for commission for all the modelling he does ,though he does make a lovely model ❤

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you Janet! Just waiting for that call from Under Armour now! Just wait till you see next week’s antics! 😂

[@mustafadurmaz375]

❤

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks for watching!

[@youngbithum]

Another great vlog guys bring on the sillyness we can never have enough 😂😂

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you so much for coming along! Lots more silliness on the way! Brace yourselves!

[@Buns1172]

We were once evacuated from the Gulf Coast when a storm was imminent - scary times, so fully understand your decision 🙏 However, I have dined out on the fact Virgin Holidays evacuated us to The Florida Mall Hotel (bliss for Mrs B 🤣🤣) Thanks for entertaining us today ❤️❤️

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you for watching! Those storms are really unpredictable and we honestly didn’t fancy getting caught up in any of it! Ooooh love a bit of Florida Mall! Does Mrs B know there’s a Primark there now? 😂😂

[@johnrobbo916]

So butch with the beers :) hope I u had an amazing time. Jealous. I will be there In march :) ❤

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks for watching! Not often you see Paul with a Pint…. But he does like a big one! 😂😂😂

[@donnalee2983]

Another great stream, sometimes plans change. Hotel looked lovely xx

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks Donna! First time we’ve had to change plans in all the years we’ve been going so just got on with it! Haha

[@angelahutton4944]

We're back now a couple of weeks from our Hollywood and Anaheim trip and really liked Universal Hollywood but its not a patch on Orlando. Did enjoy the Jurassic World ride thought that was better than Orlando. Another great vlog. You pair are just a hoot ❤

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks for watching Angela! Glad you had a great time and agree about the Jurassic World ride vs Jurassic park! Who knows! They may update the Florida one at some point…

[@leeham38]

Also I’m glad you finally acknowledged your lift honking on every floor 😂 when it first started we instantly said that would drive us mad

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

😂😂😂 For some reason it’s a standard thing in a lot of the American lifts…. And when Paul’s talking it sounds even worse! 😂😂😂😂 Thanks for tuning in!

[@cynthiaslabosz7560]

I so enjoy Paul's humor! Excellent vlog!

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks so much Cynthia! Naughty but nice hahahah. Cheers for watching!

[@LewAndMillRoam]

Name something better than a Blokes From Stoke video on satdee morning😉

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Oooooh what about an oatcake and cheese to watch with! Thanks for joining us!

[@davinaweller6163]

Fab vlog as always Tom & Paul ❤❤. Hope you enjoyed your “ mega pint “🍺 Paul xx

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks Davina! Definitely needed two hands for that one!

[@CatherinePaterson-y5d]

Brilliant as always. Sat watching with my 3 month old grandson Tommy. He's transfixed 😅

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Hahahah Thanks so much Catherine! Oh the poor lad! Put some ceebeebies on quick before he’s corrupted! 😂

[@anne-marielithgow1977]

Another great vlog and great banter guys . Xx

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@jazzydebs]

Hi there both of you. Aww such shame that you had to change your plans of the beach days but those Florida storms are pretty wild at times , so always good to have a plan B !! :) What a fab stay you had at GF. And the Hilton Garden Inn looked really nice too, very modern and spruced up. Great to see Universal. x

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks for joining us! Debby had plans and who were we to stand in her way, but not all bad! More universal in the coming episodes so stay tuned!

[@SuzanneHicks-bm6wq]

We have stayed at that Homewood suites on many occassions 😊

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks for joining us Suzanne. There are some great hotels around idrive that don’t break the bank and are close by plenty of things!

[@patrickellington53]

Great vlog as always..have me in stitches every Saturday morning..😂..I’ve got 3 weeks to go and I’m going to give toms bar a go..👍

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks so much Patrick! Hope you have a great time and let us know what you think of Tom’s Watch bar!

[@bronniepaterson4694]

Toms bar would be good for me I love my American football having grown up in America… The room didn’t really match up to the Grand Floridian that balcony looked lovely… That a outrageous price for the beer,which is like water anyway! $99 each…crikey O’Riley!!!! Shame you plans got changed…oh well you’ll just have to go back and do them…..lol I’m all caught up on the Florida series and Virgin Voyages….. Looking forward to seeing your next adventures…👍🇬🇧

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you! If folk can’t find something to watch in that bar then there’s something wrong hahah. We enjoyed our stay at the Hilton. We enjoyed the Watch Bar but yeah, a bit pricey for what it was!

[@wilfrichie1349]

We were in universal hollywood in may ,wasn't a scratch on orlando Universal, but still enjoyed the visit. Great vlogs from you both ,love them

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks so much! Loved Hollywood for its charm and originality but yep, Orlando is in a different league!

[@sixcastleswish]

Another great vlog. I don't think the acoustics and prices would be a hit for me with that restaurant but glad for the preview.

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks for joining us! It’s probably a very different experience if you’re with a group… as it gets more well known, it will hopefully be busier. We wouldn’t rush back but glad we tried it!

[@mariehowell7312]

I agree about The Bourne Experience... you cannot possibly put into words how to explain the effects and pace of it .... just go and watch , we went for the first time last year and had not thought to go in our other visits ! why , why why ? we missed out so much on the experience but you live n learn so if you get the chance , just do it 😊😊😊

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you Marie! Yep, Bourne is amazing! So immersive and really well put together! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robredman8908]

I'd pack pot noodles and hit the merch hahaha

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Oooob we love merch!

[@mngale61]

Hi Paul & Tom. I was lucky enough to go to Orlando in 2022 and Hollywood in 2023 and the only thing lacking in Universal Orlando is the studios tour which, for obvious reasons, they can only do in Hollywood.

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Hiya! Thanks for coming along! Yep the tour in Hollywood is definitely a big plus…. But there’s way more to do in Orlando and each of the themed areas is way bigger! We’d probably go back to Hollywood at some point though!

[@daymanbennett5333]

Great vlog guys when do you both travel to orlando in October as we fly 14th October going to horror nights at both universal and seaworld

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you for joining us! We’re out on the 26th of October so the end of the month. Hope you have a great time!

[@warrenjones1883]

Another great video, love the intro music reminds me of going valentinos clubbing.

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thank you! It’s available on iTunes if you’re interested! Called Good Times and Memories by STRLGHT ft Mia Pfirrman

[@robredman8908]

I really would pack pot noodles

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Hahahaha Chicken and Mushroom all the way!

[@MrSawyerjohn]

What dates in October will you guys be in Orlando?just asking for a friend 😅

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Hiya! Thanks for watching! We’re back for a week from the 26th……..

[@benjamindenton]

Do you think Universal GB will go ahead? I can't see it myself as I think it would damage a lot of the Florida business from the UK.

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Hiya! Thanks for watching! Hmmmm really not sure! Still lots of planning going on. Plus side is that all those who couldn’t manage to get to the states would be able to experience universal so hopefully there’s room for everyone and it would be great to have more Harry Potter attractions on UK soil!

[@robredman8908]

Ooooo. The arm on that sofa needs scrubbing

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Hahahaha get the vim out!

[@traceyvince258]

i've been to both universals but for me hollywood outshines florida just a tad because of the studio tour same with disney i adore disneyland more than disneyworld

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks for joining us Tracey! We loved the tram tour! It was lots of fun and definitely a point of difference… we just like the rides more in Florida… but also agree that so much of Disneyland is better than some of the WDW parks!

[@fionakennedy8465]

Best place for buying universal tickets from uk? Any tips? We have booked for end January 😮😮😮😮😮😮

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Hi Fiona! All sorts of good places! We’ve used Floridatix & Orlando Attraction Tickets in the past!

[@robredman8908]

I hate runny white sauce too tom

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

He still ate it tho! Hahaha

[@robredman8908]

I thought the meal looked nasty

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

It was tasty! Just the mac & cheese that wasn’t a great consistency!

[@leeham38]

That Mac & cheese didn’t look right.. more like Mac and milk

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Hahah yep, it definitely wasn’t the thickest consistency! Tasty tho! Thanks for watching!

[@robredman8908]

Who is the best villian from disney? She's out Monday

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

The mistress of evil!

[@robredman8908]

£99 omg

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Standard Florida prices for some places!

[@robredman8908]

I thought it was cheap to eat and drrink/soft drinks in the USA. I dont think so

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Depends where you go. We do find cheaper alternatives during the trips!

[@rachohara]

We agree about Universal Hollywood. So many people told us it was better than Orlando but we thought the 2 just didn't compare, Orlando is so much better, they have a lot more rides and Citywalk is better too. The one thing we did really enjoy there was the Studio Tour, we went on that a couple of times!

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks Rach! Oh the tram ride at Hollywood was brilliant! Would love to do the VIP tour and get up close to some of those sets! It really is a million miles away from Orlando tho… and Epic will be something else again!

[@robredman8908]

You're going back hally season? I'll give ya £500

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Never done spooky season there before!

[@supposedly1-2]

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Thanks for watching!

[@robredman8908]

I'd pack pot noodles and hit the merch hahaha

[@TheBlokesFromStoke]

Ooooh we love merch!