In Two Days in Orlando

Nope, still can’t do much, but in two sleeps you can still get a few flavors in.

Day 1: Magic Kingdom

Get the same early start as recommended in “In One Day” and follow the Magic Kingdom plan for sure.

Day 2: Universal Orlando or Epcot

Today, arrive at Universal Orlando, one of the most attractive theme park complexes in the country, for opening. Coaster fans should hasten to the superlative VelociCoaster in Islands of Adventure. From there, head to the Hogsmeade section of Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Explore the shops, full of bespoke souvenirs and snacks you can only buy here, and give your system a dose of Butterbeer, but above all, don’t miss the splendid Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. After lunch at the Leaky Cauldron, you have a decision to make: either take the Hogwarts Express train to Universal Studios (you’ll need a park-to-park ticket) to visit the second Potter land of Diagon Alley and the indoor speed of the Mummy coaster, or stay in Islands of Adventure to take a spin on the now-iconic Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, and jolt yourself on The Incredible Hulk Coaster.

Or, instead of all that, you could spend a full day at EPCOT. Be sure to visit Guardians of the Galaxy—Cosmic Rewind, Soarin’, and the traditional Disney experience, Spaceship Earth. Then make your way around World Showcase by dinnertime to select the ethnic eatery that catches your fancy, be it in Mexico, Japan, or Morocco, or queue up for the mild newcomer ride Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. At 9pm, you’ll be in the right place for the evening’s spectacular show over the lagoon. With a Park Hopper pass, you could also leave EPCOT later in the afternoon to check out the new Pandora—The World of Avatar area at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, seeing it both in the light and after dark (if opening hours permit), when its glowing features are in full effect.

If you really want to see a lot and have cash and energy to burn, do Harry Potter in the morning and then schlep back down I-4 to visit EPCOT or Pandora in the late afternoon and evening—but eat your Wheaties!