Holiday Crowds, Cold Weather, Chocolate Chili and Strawberry Peanut Butter Ice Cream, Long Lines to Meet the Grinch, and More: Universal Orlando Resort Photo Report 12/22/21

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Winter has arrived and the temperatures have dropped here in Florida. We’re bundled up and ready to hit the parks, so let’s get going and find out what’s happening today around the Universal Orlando Resort. We decided to start our morning at Islands of Adventure. Hats, gloves, and scarves can be found in the gift … Read more

Prime Parking Rates Raised, New Ignatia Wildsmith Chocolate Frog Wizard Card, Caro-Seuss-el Refurbishment, Beach Track Reopens at Sky Trolley, and More: Universal Orlando Resort Photo Report 12/18/21

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Greetings from the Universal Orlando Resort! It’s another beautiful day to be out enjoying all the holiday activities. Let’s get going and check out what’s happening today. As we pulled in to park today, we noticed the price for Prime Parking has jumped up to $60. Be aware of the price increase if you’re visiting … Read more

Bus Loop Reopens, New Additions to the Monsters Cafe Menu, Bavarian Pretzels, Marmaduke is Missing, Jurassic World Beach Towel, and More: Universal Orlando Resort Photo Report 12/16/21

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Welcome to another beautiful afternoon here at the Universal Orlando Resort. We know the holiday crowds are coming, so we’re enjoying these slower days while they last. Let’s get going and make our way around the resort and find out what’s new today. The bus loop has reopened after refurbishment. It’s not completed yet, but … Read more

Universal Studios 'Happy Holidays' Shirt, Gremlins Loungefly, Signage Removed from The Groove, and More: Universal Orlando Resort Photo Report 12/10/21

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Welcome to another busy day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. Let’s get going and start our day at Islands of Adventure to see what’s new. A new “Happy Holidays” shirt is available for $25 at Islands of Adventure Trading Company. Jurassic Park Loungefly are back in stock at Jurassic Outfitters. Grab them while you … Read more

REVIEW: Holiday Punch and Grinch Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich from Hop on Pop Ice Cream Shop Make Our Hearts Grow 3 Sizes Bigger at Universal's Islands of Adventure

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Merry Grinchmas from Universal’s Islands of Adventure! The Who-lidays are in full swing throughout Seuss Landing, with the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular, wandering Whos of Whoville, and a meet and greet with the one and only Grinch. After you’ve finished your holiday meal of Who Hash and Roast Beast, hop on over to the Hop and … Read more

REVIEW: Trying Butterbeer Ice Cream, Banana with Chocolate Chips, and Other Unique Flavors at Florean Fortescue's Ice Cream Parlour in Diagon Alley

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There’s no denying that Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream Parlour is the best place to get ice cream at the Universal Orlando Resort. Nestled inside Diagon Alley, this ice cream parlour offers more than just your typical chocolate and vanilla. A variety of unique flavors is available here, from the enticing Salted Caramel Blondie to the … Read more