Amused all day

Last week we took the grandkids to Universal Studios in Hollywood. This time of year even a Monday was packed. We got there right when it opened and went on The Simpsons, the newest ride, and Shrek, another popular ride right away. The Simpsons still took one hour. The alternative is to pay twice as much for a "front-of-the-line" ticket. That allows you to get in a special line and enter ahead of the general admission tickets.

We also did the narrated backlot tour via tram. The movie-making industry uses lots of RVs. They were parked in rows. Some were labeled wardrobe, others were probably for use of the stars.

Universal hires hundreds of workers during their busy season. They have people near the beginning of the line to guide people into other waiting lines. Others escort you to a ride or help you enter or board. The Water World Show had three fellows directing traffic and entertaining the audience before it started. Actors and stunt people starred in the show. We had photos taken with characters like Shrek. (The older grandson was camera shy.)

Then there were all the carts and eateries and shops that were staffed with people. At the gate, ticket sellers and ticket takers greeted us first, then someone stamped your hand if you were leaving but returning to the park. You get the picture.

Universal Studios in Hollywood is not the best place for working on the RV road because RV parks are far and few between. Unless you could park in a relative's driveway, you would have a long commute. Working at the Orlando, Florida location could be doable and a fun way to spend a winter. There are RV parks within commuting distance there. Read more about their jobs and benefits at their job site. Jaimie Hall Bruzenak

For information on Jaimie's 2nd edition of Support Your RV Lifestyle! An Insider's Guide to Working on the Road, see RVBookstore.com.