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I was in the same boat. It kind of forces you into a gamble where you may get in quickly but conversely knowing I can see 2-3 houses in the time it would take to do one house would always sway me away. I agree that it makes sense to give ops some leeway and avoid disappointment for guests but...
I appreciated the energy and talent of the performers. However, “earnest” is a great way to describe it. I’m not a fan. It feels out of place to me especially in the absence of a lagoon show and the empty scare zones. The overall atmosphere of the event is simply not what it was pre covid...
I enjoyed a couple of trips this year. Here are a few of my observations and overall thoughts on this year’s event. I will preface all of this by saying we had a good time and I can’t help but compare this year’s event to past years.
- I think this is easily the weakest event since 2016. Our...
I guess we will see what happens but I’m entirely unconvinced Universal sees
what many on this site see as a problem. Having a massive crowds *and* convincing many of these people to buy express is a big win. Social media is a wash rinse repeat of people talking about how express is a must etc...
I am wondering if anyone did the hotel stay and scream - or if it’s a thing again this year? If so how was it?
I apologize if this has been covered the last couple of days - but it’s hard keeping up with all the news. I know there was discussion a couple of weeks back but I’m wondering if...
In fairness the merchandise page usually has well over 100 items. They aren’t even close to dropping the full lineup.
I also think the Oddfellow designs will grow on folks especially if his character, zone, etc ends up being popular.
That being said it is an underwhelming reveal for sure, but...
Given the subject matter I am certain there will be enough to support the new sequel. That being said I’m with you and would like a mix.
I also think the 2016 house was really well done. I applaud the creativity honestly, the majority of the movie takes place in a room and they succeeded in...
I’m curious if any of you have been able to log into the passholder ticket portal for single night ticket discounts? I’m trying to pick up an additional ticket and although I can log in, there is nothing but a blank page to look at.
They are definitely having some issues with ticketing, but I’m sure it will all get resolved for you when you arrive. My email specifically says to present the mobile or printed ticket at the turnstile and contains the QR code ♂️.
Today I tried to log into the passholder portal for single...
Im a little sceptical of this. I’ve never picked these up in person in recent years. The email they sent me has the ticket and barcode attached - last year this is what i showed to get in and access express entrances.
This is what concerns me. Although the loss of a scare zone in and of itself isn’t a big deal I believe when combined with other changes the overall ambience / immersive experience is at risk. Im assuming there is no lagoon show this year and, although not a HHN offering, the loss of the Monster...
I had to laugh at this - perfectly captures my sentiments. I used to arrive at 3-4 in the afternoon, did stay and scream, used my express and then kept on churning through as many additional houses as possible until close. Now it’s arrive and barely get through 10 houses using express
This. I honestly don’t know why they would be in too big of a hurry to announce. One thing we do know is that once the announcements stop the obsessing & spec stops ….. briefly.
Couldn't agree more. Shake my head sifting through this - god bless the patience of the Mods. Enjoy the summer people. September will be here soon and with it our favourite season.