I've been going to Disney for years as well. The thing that brought me to the dark side is the way Universal treats the onsite guests. The Express Pass to everything with virtually no standing in lines is outstanding. You might want to consider the following from Mousesavers:
2004 Stay 4 Nights and Play for FREE Package
Priced from $114 per adult, per night, this package includes:
4 nights hotel accommodations at one of the three on-site Loew's resorts: Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel or Portofino Bay Hotel
2 FREE Stay and Play tickets per booking, valid for 7 consecutive days of admission to both Universal Orlando theme parks
Universal Express ride access at your favorite rides and attractions
CityWalk Party Pass* - admission to Universal CityWalk entertainment venues for 7 consecutive days from the first day of use
1-Day admission to Wet 'n Wild - Orlando OR 1 dining experience at select Universal Orlando restaurants**
Plus, MouseSavers.com readers get a special $200 Vacation Savings Coupon Book at check-in by using the promotion code below.
Book this special offer by 1/2/04 for travel 1/2/04-6/19/04. Rates are per adult, per night, double adult occupancy based on a 4-night stay during value season 1/4/04-2/11/04 at the Royal Pacific Resort standard room. Tax included. Higher rates apply at the other hotels. Subject to availability, room type, hotel, and travel dates selected. Free night offer valid for stays through 12/23/03. Rates subject to increase during holiday dates. Blackout dates and restrictions apply. Parking fee for onsite overnight guests is charged per night. Other travel restrictions may apply. *Not valid for separately ticketed concerts and special events. Some venues may require age 21 or older for admission. Proof of ID required. ** Includes meal, non-alcoholic beverage, and tax.
You can get more details and reserve the Stay 4 Nights and Play for FREE Package online, or by phone at (877) 327-1517. Remember to use promotion code usavers to get your free $200 Vacation Savings Coupon Book