Universal Orlando Resort

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“Unprecedented Times” Announcement Removed From Universal Orlando Resort Security Area

Shannen Ace

Since reopening last summer, Universal Orlando Resort has had audio announcements play periodically throughout CityWalk and the theme parks, reminding ...

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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Animatronic Raptors, Coaster Trains Getting Chased, and Two-Sided Lockers! Tour the Queue of Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Shannen Ace

While Jurassic World VelociCoaster doesn’t officially open until June 10, Passholder previews will be next month and Team Member previews ...

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PHOTOS: Jurassic World VelociCoaster Shop and New Merchandise Comes to Jurassic Park Discovery Center at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Today is a GRRREAT day over at Universal’s Islands of Adventure! Today starts Team Member previews for the Jurassic World ...

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Universal Theme Parks Revenue Down for Q1 2021

Shannen Ace

Comcast has reported its first-quarter 2021 results. The company’s overall revenue was up 2.2% from Q1 2020. NBCUniversal theme parks ...

Orange County Florida Reducing Physical Distancing Requirements and Eliminating Mask Mandate in Phases

Shannen Ace

After news that the Biden Administration would soon be relaxing outdoor mask requirements, Orange County, Florida Mayor Jerry Demings announced ...

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PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 4/25/21 (“If I Ran the Zoo” Reopens, A Visit to the Prop Shop, Rainy Weather, and More)

Annie Wilson

Greetings from another exciting day at the Universal Orlando Resort! We’re back and ready to take a look at what’s ...

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CDC Mask Recommendations for Theme Parks Stay the Same for Fully Vaccinated People

Katie Francis

Today the CDC announced that those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 are safe to participate in outdoor activities without ...

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PHOTOS: Bruce the Shark “JAWS” Photo-Op Returns to Universal Studios Florida

Katie Francis

Bruce the Shark has made his long-awaited return to Universal Studios Florida. After vanishing in January, San Francisco’s favorite photo-op ...

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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Walls Come Down Further Revealing Jurassic World VelociCoaster Entrance at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Shannen Ace

Construction walls have come down in Jurassic Park at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, giving us a better look at the ...

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Universal Parks News Today is Hiring Orlando-Based Universal Orlando Reporters

Tom Corless

As Universal Parks News Today continues to grow, we are looking for additional local Reporters to expand our Orlando-based staff. ...

Study Finds that Theme Parks Could Safely Reduce Physical Distancing Requirement to 3 Feet

Shannen Ace

A new study from the University of Central Florida and International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) indicates that ...

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Biden Administration to Relax Outdoor Mask Guidelines

Shannen Ace

The Biden Administration is set to relax federal public health guidelines regarding wearing masks outdoors, CNBC reports. The announcement may ...

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PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 4/23/21 (Retro-Style Merchandise, 2021 “Grad Bash” Freestyle Cups, Updated VelociCoaster Sign, and More)

Annie Wilson

Welcome to another beautiful day at the Universal Orlando Resort! We started our day over at Islands of Adventure first ...

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PHOTOS: “If I Ran the Zoo” Play Area Reopens at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Shannen Ace

Not long ago, we heard that Universal Orlando Resort was preparing to reopen some play areas at the theme parks. ...

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REVIEW: New Ganache S’more Satisfies Our Sweet Tooth at Universal Orlando CityWalk

Shannen Ace

Toothsome Chocolate Emporium’s walk-up sweets shop in Universal Orlando CityWalk has three new s’mores available to satisfy your sweet tooth. ...

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BREAKING: Universal’s Islands of Adventure Reaches Capacity

Staff Writer

Universal’s Islands of Adventure has reached capacity shortly after 11:00 AM today. As of the writing of this article, Universal ...