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PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 10/12/20 (Columbus Day Crowds, Jurassic World VelociCoaster Waterfall, Halloween Horror Nights 30% Off Sale, Thunder Falls Terrace, and More)

October 13, 2020

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Greetings from the Universal Orlando Resort! After two consecutive days in a row that the theme parks reached capacity, we weren’t really sure what to expect today. We arrived at Universal Studios Florida to find the park much more calm than the weekend. Crowds were lighter this morning, but many of the attractions had very … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Universal Orlando Resort Reaches Capacity on Holiday Weekend, Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Updates, Super Nintendo World Opening Announced, and More

October 11, 2020

by Mike Baker

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from October 5 to October 11, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Tour what is going on … Read more

PHOTOS: Large Holiday Weekend Crowds Descend on Universal Orlando Resort, Both Theme Parks Reach Capacity

October 11, 2020October 11, 2020

by Mike Baker

Some United States workers have Monday off for the Columbus Day holiday. That long weekend is likely a factor in the increased crowds at Universal Orland Resort. Both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure reached capacity before noon Saturday and Sunday. At Universal Studios Florida, guests queued for attractions, lined up for food, … Read more

PHOTOS: Makeshift Extended Queues, Hours-Long Waits and More as Holiday Crowds Descend Upon the Magic Kingdom

October 10, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

As we enter Columbus Day weekend, we’re once again noticing bigger crowds and longer wait times at Magic Kingdom. In Fantasyland, The Barnstormer has opened an extended queue in the currently closed Fantasyland Station. Dumbo the Flying Elephant had reached a moderate wait time of twenty minutes. Under the Sea – Journey of the Little … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 10/4/20 (“Mickey & Friends World Tour” Breakdown, “Harmonious” Barge Construction Progress, Mixed Crowds, Character Encounters, and More)

October 5, 2020

by Kevin Lake

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Greetings from a wet, muggy, but slightly less crowded than usual EPCOT! The dreary weather has resulted in some mixed crowds, allowing us to get up close (but not too close) with some characters. We also had a chance to take a look at the construction of the Harmonious barges, amongst other construction projects around … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 10/3/20 (Final Performance of the Disney Society Orchestra, Dooney & Bourke Bags and MagicBand, Limited Release Star Wars Ear Headband, Long Lines, and More)

October 4, 2020

by Kevin Lake

It’s a bittersweet day here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with a lot going on — but not all of it positive. On the happy side, cooler fall air has moved in and some unexpected Dourney & Bourke items arrived in the park alongside a pair of limited release Star Wars ears. Unfortunately, that came with … Read more

PHOTOS: Wait Times Very High Across Walt Disney World During First Weekend of October

October 3, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

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Crowds and wait times continue to grow across Walt Disney World Resort theme parks. Disney Springs reached capacity twice in September. Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been particularly busy and this Saturday was no different. We found some areas of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge difficult to navigate, with crowds making social distancing almost impossible. Toydarian Toymaker … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 9/27/20 (Big Weekend Crowds, New Haunted Mansion Magnets, Lots of Character Appearances, Broken Down Monorail, and More)

September 29, 2020

by Kevin Lake

It’s Sunday Funday at the Magic Kingdom! It’s a mix of experiences at The Most Magical Place on Earth today — ranging from a ton of character sightings and new merchandise, to long lines for food and attractions, to a broken down monorail. Let’s head in and see how the day pans out overall. The … Read more

PHOTOS: Heavy Crowds at Universal Studios Florida This Weekend for Continued Halloween Offerings

September 27, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

Universal Studios Florida is the most crowded we have seen it since it reopened. Last weekend, the parks hit capacity as Halloween festivities began. This weekend, it seems Universal is less concerned about limited capacity. Universal Studios Florida’s two Halloween Horror Nights haunted houses are open today and tomorrow, and then will be operating daily … Read more

PHOTOS: Heavy Crowds and Wait Times Today at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

September 26, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

Though Walt Disney World is still (supposedly) restricting park capacities, we have noticed an uptick in wait times and crowds this week at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom. Disney’s Animal Kingdom also seems to be getting busier this weekend. When entering the park, there weren’t too many guests. But within a couple hours, there … Read more

PHOTOS: Moderate Wait Times and Ever-Increasing Crowds Today at the Magic Kingdom

September 25, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

Good afternoon from Magic Kingdom! After noticing long wait times and crowds at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we’re checking up on Magic Kingdom to see if wait times are getting longer as the holidays approach. The park was relatively calm when we arrived this morning. Some areas were almost empty. The wait time for Pirates of … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 9/12/20 (Tropical Storm Sally Effects, New Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Merchandise, Holiday Weekend-Like Crowds, and More)

September 13, 2020

by Kevin Lake

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Guten tag from EPCOT! It’s a bit of a wacky day at Walt Disney World’s second park — the crowd levels of Labor Day weekend, mixed with some not-so-nice weather compliments of Tropical Storm Sally moving through South Florida. At the same time, A Taste of the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival continues on, … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 9/7/20 (Labor Day Crowds, A Rainy Day in Universal Studios’ Classic Monsters Cafe, Horror Throwbacks Chance Poster, and More)

September 9, 2020

by Annie Wilson

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After two crazy days leading up to Labor Day, we were ready to face the holiday crowds. As we arrived, there was significantly less traffic and parking was a breeze, much to our surprise. Once we arrived at temperature check and security screening, lines were very long. Team Members would send a large amount of … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 9/6/20 (All 3 Parks Reach Capacity Again, Labor Day Weekend Crowds, Caramel Apple Mimosas, and More)

September 8, 2020

by Annie Wilson

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It’s another busy day here at the Universal Orlando Resort, and thanks to Labor Day, the weekend has been crazy. Yesterday, all 3 parks reached capacity early in the day, and it was no surprise that it happened again today. Traffic was crazy, and it took us over 90 minutes just to get through the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 9/6/20 (New and Returning Halloween Treats Appear, Labor Day Weekend Crowds, Jungle Cruise & Minnie Mouse Merchandise, and More)

September 7, 2020

by Kevin Lake

Welcome to the Magic Kingdom, where we’re smack-dab in the middle of the long Labor Day weekend! It’s a busy day at the park, both with regard to guests and all of the updates from within the parks, such as Halloween and fall food, new merchandise, and more. Let’s see what’s new inside! Before we … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 9/5/20 (Labor Day Weekend Lines, New Baby Yoda Ear Headband, School Bread Returns to Norway, and More)

September 6, 2020

by Kevin Lake

Happy Labor Day Weekend from EPCOT! It’s day one of our coverage of the long weekend, and as expected, crowds were out in full force. There’s plenty going on in the park, though — from new Baby Yoda merchandise, to the return of School Bread, and more. Let’s see what’s in store for us. Before … Read more