Not unless you are staying at one of three resorts which are located on Universal's property. They are Loews Portofino Bay, Hard Rock Hotel or Loews Royal Pacific Resort. You can also purchase an express pass on the day from either where they sell the theme park tickets or inside the parks.
Yes. When crowded seems like normal lines. Normal lines are twice as long
No
No, but don't really consider it necessary, you only need one day per park
Look for deals that have the Express pass. They do a military discount too. I believe if you work for the gov't as well. It was cheaper during the 4th. which I found odd
You will have to purchase exp passes as an add on to the ticket. Price depends on the day you are going. Good thing is that you don't have to do any reservations for it just show it scan it and that's it.
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