A UNIVERSAL Orlando super-fan has revealed all of their top tips for guests at the park.
From secret handshakes to hidden drink menus, they explain how to get the most out of your next visit.
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While the theme park announced it is closing on Monday due to coronavirus, they also hope to re-open after the end of the month.
Posted on Reddit by a user of the name Buehr, they explain the best behind-the-scenes tours, secret food and drinks and extra interactions with staff.
One such interaction is a secret handshake at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter land.
They explain: “If you find a cast member in your house colours, they can teach you the secret house handshake.”
You can also dial a number for a secret message by “dialling MAGIC (62442) on the pay phone in front of Kings Cross.”
There are also lots of tours that are free for guests, although they explain it is due to staff availability on the day.
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Men in Black, Gringotts Bank and the Mummy and Hulk ride tours are all on offer, along with a Cast Tour for the Forbidden Journey.
They said: “The ride tours are not only are super cool, but also can allow you to get a second ride without waiting in line.”
However, they add that sometimes staff cannot take you round, but can tell you what to see along the way as a self-guided tour.
Adults can take advantage of the secret alcoholic drinks which you won’t spot on the men.
At the Hog’s Head, ask for The Triple for a three-layered drink of Strongbow, Hog’s Head and Guinness.
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A Black Hog is a cocktail made of pale ale and stout, while a Hog’s Tea is similar to a Long Island Ice Tea.
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