Want to experience Mickey and the Wizarding World on the same vacation? Orlando makes it possible to do both Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando in a single trip — and the secret to doing it without exhausting your family is choosing one central home base. Here's how to plan a smooth Disney-plus-Universal trip from a Kissimmee vacation home like Our Disney Home.
Why one central home base beats switching hotels
Many visitors assume they need to split their stay — a few nights near Disney, then pack up and move near Universal. That means two check-ins, two check-outs, extra cleaning fees, and a wasted travel day. From a central Kissimmee villa you skip all of that. Our Disney Home sits about 2 miles from Walt Disney World and about 16 miles (a 20–25 minute drive) from Universal Orlando, so both resorts are an easy day trip from the same comfortable base.
A sample 6-night Disney & Universal itinerary
| Day | Plan |
| Arrival | Check in, grocery run, swim in the private pool, and settle in. |
| Day 1 | Magic Kingdom — rope drop, midday break at the villa, return for fireworks. |
| Day 2 | EPCOT — explore World Showcase; relax in the game room that evening. |
| Day 3 | Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure — the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. |
| Day 4 | Rest day — sleep in, Windsor Hills waterpark, optional half-day park visit. |
| Day 5 | Hollywood Studios — Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. |
| Departure | Morning swim, pack up, and head home. |
Tips for splitting time between the two resorts
Group your Universal days together if you buy a park-to-park ticket so you can hop between Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure on the Hogwarts Express. For Disney, spread your park days out with a rest day in the middle — that midday break back at the villa is what keeps everyone happy across a long trip. Because you're not switching hotels, your themed bedrooms, private pool, and game room are waiting no matter which resort you visited that day.
How Our Disney Home ties it together
After a day chasing wizards or riding Star Wars attractions, the kids come home to a Star Wars bunk room, a Harry Potter bunk room, and a fully loaded arcade game room. Parents get two newly remodeled king suites with private baths, a screened heated pool and hot tub, and fast 500 Mbps Wi-Fi. One base, both parks, zero packing in the middle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you do both Disney World and Universal in one trip?
Yes. From a central Kissimmee vacation home you can easily reach Walt Disney World (about 2 miles away) and Universal Orlando (about 16 miles away) as day trips, without changing hotels.
How many days do you need for Disney and Universal together?
A comfortable trip is about six nights — roughly three to four Disney park days, one to two Universal days, and a rest day in between.
Do I need to stay near Universal to visit it?
No. Universal is only about a 20–25 minute drive from Windsor Hills, so a single home base near Disney works well for both resorts.
Is it cheaper to stay in one place for both parks?
Usually yes — you avoid a second set of check-in fees and cleaning charges, and a vacation home with a kitchen lets you save on meals throughout the trip.
What's the drive time from Our Disney Home to Universal?
About 16 miles, typically 20–25 minutes via I-4 depending on traffic.
Plan your Disney & Universal trip from one home base
Skip the mid-trip hotel switch and make Our Disney Home your base for both resorts. Inquire now to check availability — and book direct to skip the extra service fees third-party sites charge.