5 Ways You Need to Pack DIFFERENTLY for Universal in 2024

Universal Orlando is going through a lot of changes in 2024.

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Yes, they’re building an entirely new park, but there’s also lots of construction happening within Universal and Islands of Adventure, the two existing parks. If you’re taking a vacation this year, you’ll need to pack differently, and we’re here to make sure you’re not unprepared!

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Unlike Disney World, Universal is VERY strict about not letting you on most of their rides if your bag can’t fit around your waist, which is why we think you need a Lululemon Athletica Everywhere Belt Bag.

This way, you can keep your phone, cards, and other essential items on your person without having to get a locker every single time you want to ride something. Now, some rides will still require you to put any bag in a locker, but it’ll significantly cut down on the amount of time you’ll have to do it.

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We talk about how a portable charger is important all the time, but for Universal, you’ll need a really powerful one like the Portable Charger Power Bank.

While Universal has FuelRods like Disney World does, you have to pay $3 each time you swap out a FuelRod in Universal. And while that’s not terrible, it adds up fast if you’re on a long vacation and need to swap out a FuelRod every day. So spend a little more money on this 2-pack up front and know it’ll help you get through the days easy.

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Water around the parks is extremely important — it gets HOT in Orlando! If you’re bringing your oh-so-popular Stanley cup into the parks, be sure to grab a Water Bottle Holder Carrier.

Now, you will have to put this in a locker each time you want to ride a ride, but it’s a very convenient way to carry around your Stanley in the parks. Plus, there’s a small pocket for you to keep some cards if you don’t want to bring another accessory with you! You can also use these to carry around your refillable souvenir cup from Universal!

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If you’re really excited for Shrek’s Swamp in the new Dreamworks Land like we are, and/or you really miss Shrek 4-D, grab yourself the In The Morning I’m Making Waffles! T-Shirt!

It comes available in 5 different sizes and 6 different colors!

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If your significant other is a Harry Potter fan, but they’d never buy themselves a shirt, be prepared ahead of time for the most popular sections of the park by grabbing the Gryffindor Quidditch Seeker T-Shirt!

You can also grab a similar style for different houses, so everyone is represented! Plus, it means you won’t have to search for a shirt in one of those crowded (but amazingly themed) stores.

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