Welcome to Our Universal Orlando Vacation Blog

Join our lively family crew from California, Ohio, and Florida as we dive into the ultimate Universal Orlando vacation! From heart-pounding roller coasters and magical worlds at Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Epic Universe

Welcome to Our Universal Orlando Vacation Blog! 🎢☀️🧳

After months of planning, packing, and countdowns, our big family adventure to Universal Orlando finally happened—and it was everything we hoped for and more! From thrilling roller coasters and magical lands to tropical water parks and epic meals, every day was packed with laughs, memories, and just the right amount of theme park chaos. 🪄🌋🎮

Our travel party was a fun and lively mix of family from all across the country:

  • The Farris Family – Kathy, James, and Amilia from sunny California 🌉
  • The Daraban Family – Kristi, Cristian, Bennett, and Tavasz from Ohio 🏡
  • And, of course, everyone’s favorite sister and aunty – Csilla, repping Florida and keeping the magic alive 💫

Together, we conquered the parks—from Islands of Adventure to Universal Studios, made a splash at Volcano Bay, and explored the incredible new Epic Universe. We battled Bowser, rode through the Ministry of Magic, met superheroes and Toad, and made memories we’ll be talking about for years to come.

Whether you’re planning your own Universal getaway or just following along for fun, we’re so excited to share our day-by-day recap of this unforgettable trip. Let the adventure begin! 🎉📸

Day 1 blog coming soon


Bimini, Bahamas dock

Bimini, Bahamas: Part 1

The wait’s done—our Bimini trip starts now! We’re ditching San Francisco fog for Bahamian sun, flying to Fort Lauderdale, then Bimini’s blue waters. Expect pink sands, mysteries, and tropical vibes—our adventure’s first page begins here!