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Are you going to\u00a0Universal Studios<\/a>? A trip to\u00a0LA<\/a>\u00a0that doesn\u2019t involve theme parks is not a trip at all. Well, that\u2019s how some people feel.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019ve travelling with the whole family, you\u2019re a movie buff, or you\u2019re just after a few thrills, Universal Studios Hollywood is a few fun-filled hours you won\u2019t regret.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s our guide to getting the most out of a trip to Universal Studios<\/p>\n

Fast Track and VIP<\/h2>\n

A\u00a0Front of Line Pass<\/a>\u00a0is definitely the way to go if you want to minimise wait time. Lines for rides, especially newer attractions like Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, can stretch up to an hour, and with children in tow, that can be tiresome. Front of Line passes allow you to go straight to a shorter queue but cost around $70 more and only provide priority once on each ride. The\u00a0VIP experience<\/a>\u00a0will set you back $200 more than a normal ticket and includes lunch, a private guide, Fast Pass benefits and more time with special access in the Backlot.<\/p>\n

When to visit<\/h2>\n

If you don\u2019t want to spend extra to get a priority ticket don\u2019t worry, there are still a few things you can do to get the most out of your day.<\/p>\n

Try to visit the park at a quiet time \u2013 weekdays are still busy but there might be fewer kids than on weekends. Universal Studios is open from 9am seven days a week. It is open later in Summer and on weekends. September is the peak period for Expedia\u2019s Aussie travellers and if you want just a few hours in the park, visiting towards the end of the day means you\u2019ll avoid the heat and some of the crowds.<\/p>\n

Pre-pay your\u00a0ticket online<\/a>\u00a0so you don’t need to line up to purchase one on the day. There may also be buy one day, get the second day free promotions running.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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