Chances are, your tween has just read or is about to start reading the Harry Potter series books! So there’s no doubt they are excited to step into Hogsmead or Diagon Alley themselves. Harry Potter is definitely a highlight at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, but there’s just so much more to love for all ages.
Here’s why I think the tween years, typically around age 8-12, are the perfect years to enjoy Universal Studios!
1. They no longer need a stroller, bottles, and an afternoon nap
Let’s face it, vacationing with kids in those first few years of life isn’t a vacation at all. Lugging around strollers, bottles and planning your day around an afternoon nap is exhausting. The tears and the meltdowns (from mom and dad too) are sometimes not quite worth the trip to a theme park.
2. They love all the characters – Minions, Spiderman and Harry Potter too
Stepping straight into Diagon Alley and Hogsmead and seeing the Harry Potter series books come to life is magical. Visit Olivander’s and watch them perform magic around the park with their own interactive wand. And who doesn’t love Minions, Spiderman and Transformers?
3. They’re big enough to go on all the thrill rides now, yet still small enough to enjoy the little rides too
Not only do you have to have a bit of bravery to go on the thrill rides, you have to meet specific height requirements too. By the time your kiddo is between the ages of 8-12, they’re likely to be tall enough to ride quite a few of the more exciting thrill rides. They’re also still young enough to enjoy Suess Landing rides with mom and dad.
4. They still want to enjoy time with mom and dad.
Before we know it, those tweens will turn into teens and spending time with mom and dad during those years will be far from your teenagers mind.
5. It’s just so much fun.
There’s just nothing quite like having family fun together to create special memories to last a lifetime. And Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure is perfect for the entire family.
Been thinking of taking your tween to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure? I’d love to send your family!
Jessica Pratt, Edmond Travel Agent
Vincent Vacations
jessica.pratt@vincentvacations.com
