Islands of Adventure (2/2)

More Islands of Adventure! This park started out as something for me, but ended up being a favorite for all of us. After the Dr. Seuss area, we finally got the kids to the intended area.

I'm clearly the only one excited by the Hogwarts Express. One day they will understand.

This was the biggest roller coaster the kids had ever been on. They were a bit scared and almost backed out. Then we rode it 3 times back to back. I love when there are short lines!

This was another one they were a bit scared of at first. They couldn't just reach out and hold us if they got scared. Then they wanted it to go faster and swing more.

We follow directions well.

Two of us love spinning rides. This is when we learned that the other child doesn't.

Cute photo stop outside the park.

Another great photo stop.

 We didn't actually go into Universal Studios, but we did get the classic picture outside.

Islands of Adventure (1/2)

I wanted to see the Harry Potter section of Islands of Adventure, so I was excited to take the family. Luckily there was plenty for them to see and ride.

 The kids are finally catching onto what a theme park really means.

Dr. Seuss carousel is always fun!

One Fish, Two Fish is a favorite book. The lack of lines means I agreed to go on it before realizing we would all get soaked and as the adult I was required to be on the outside.

There was a play ground in this area as well. It only had one entrance/exit which made it very easy to monitor. There was also always a staff member visible and watching.

And to think that we saw this just walking down the street!

Another playground. This one was huge and had many entrances/exits so we were "forced" to play with them. Clearly a difficult task.

 This was our favorite playground.

Another ride with our family and Uncle A.

Come back tomorrow to see our favorite Harry Potter rides as well as a few others.