Childhood is a time when we’re filled with wonder, excitement, and butterflies for the everyday. It’s a period when every experience feels like the first time – because it is. We often search for these stimulating sensations in adult life, but the feelings, ever fleeting, never seem to replicate themselves – until now. We flew down to Universal Orlando Resort for a week filled with pure unadulterated fun. That’s right – two adults, no kids, and a complete action packed wonderland all to ourselves. Universal Orlando Resort was made for the young at heart! Here are 5 ways to adult at Universal Orlando Resort:

The spice of life!  Add some zing to your routine vacation with a dose of fear followed by adrenaline filled joy after you tackle some of the insane rollercoasters and rides at Universal. FINALLY! You’re tall enough to ride all of the rollercoasters. Universal Orlando Resort is filled with the most rowdy roller coasters on the planet including the Rip Ride Rocket and The Incredible Hulk. Crack open your piggy bank and splurge for an Express Pass, skip all of the lines, and scream your face off (no judgment) on all of the adrenaline pumping roller coasters. …And you thought this day would never come.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter was made for the dreamers, the visionaries, and the innovators all convene. It’s a dreamlike world where childlike curiosity permeates the air and wizardry rules. When you step into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, you travel to a universe where anything goes, where magic reigns and originality sparkles.

Not all of the fun at Universal Orlando Resort happens inside of the parks. Universal CityWalk is filled restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and plenty of fun for the adult crowd. After a day at the parks, you’ll want to reward yourself with delectable sushi at Cowfish, sip on gourmet Italian wines at Vivo, grab margaritas at Margaritaville, and belt out your favorite tunes at CityWalk Rising Star karaoke bar (it’s open until 2 am!).

If you’re looking for a romantic getaway, there is no better hotel at Universal Orlando Resort than the Loews Portofino. With its in-house gelateria, gourmet Italian restaurant, and idyllic Italian ornamentation, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to the Italian Riviera. Be sure to grab a comfortable couch seat at the Bar American and sip on Aperol Spritz’s as you look out on a picture perfect “Portofino.”  

Remember when Mom used to make you wait until after dinner to eat your dessert? Those days are LONG gone. At Universal Orlando Resort, you can treat yourself to the most delectable desserts on earth any time, day or night. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, head over to the brand new Voodoo Doughnuts for the most delicious doughnuts on earth (hot tip: go early and beat the lines). Sugar lovers will also go adore the mouthwatering milkshakes at the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium.