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Universal's Islands of AdventurevsDisney???s Hollywood Studios
Both are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Disney's Hollywood Studios ranks significantly higher than Universal's Islands of Adventure. Disney's Hollywood Studios has a TripExpert Score of 89 with endorsements from 5 reviewers like Travel + Leisure, concierge.com and Michelin Guide.
Universal's Islands of Adventure
Concierge
Michelin Guide
Where
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure
6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819
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Concierge "Considered by aficionados to be the best-designed amusement park on earth, IOA's designers spared little expense."
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Boats depart from Port of Entry... for the five themed islands set around a large lagoon, though most visitors prefer to walk." Full review
Where "Everyone has fun with six uniquely themed islands: Seuss Landing, The Lost Continent, Jurassic Park, Toon Lagoon, Marvel Super Hero Island and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This addition to Universal Studios Florida opened in 1999 and trumpeted the site's conversion into the Universal Orlando Resort." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This is a world-class theme park with some of the most technologically advanced attractions you'll find anywhere in the world." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Islands of Adventure has lands spanning a wide range of themes from kid-friendly Dr. Seuss to popular Harry Potter. Park highlights include thrilling rides like Jurassic World VelociCoaster"
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Disney???s Hollywood Studios Concierge
Frommer's Travel + Leisure Michelin Guide Where Condé Nast Traveler
351 S Studio Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL, Orlando, FL 32830
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Concierge "The resulting property's most celebrated attractions are the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror... and an indoor roller-coaster (Disney World's only upside-down ride)."
Frommer's "You'll probably see the Tower of Terror and the Earrfel Tower, a water tank with mouse ears, even before you enter this park." Full review
Travel + Leisure "An Indiana Jones stunt show and a retelling of The Little Mermaid top the long list of kid-oriented shows at this park, called Disney-MGM Studios until 2008." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"This theme park/studio celebrates the magic of filmmaking from animation and stuntcraft to adventure and romance." Full review
Where "This theme park dives into Hollywood with live stage shows and movie-themed rides." Full review
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Don't miss the new Star Wars areas and the new "Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular" fireworks show featuring pyrotechnics, lasers and special effects synced to video projections of classic Star Wars scenes and music.
Condé Nast Traveler "This complex once functioned as a movie and TV production facility for Disney, and today it remains a must-see park." Full review
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As with all theme parks, plan ahead and make sure to hit the big rides early.
