Guests are now able to take their brownie leftovers outside the Pizza Moon restaurant, following a recent policy change. To-Go Brownie Box The to-go box for brownies is a smaller size than the pizza to-go box offered at Pizza Moon. Like a pizza box, this one is made of white cardboard. The top lid has … Read more
Epic Universe takes the Best Dark Ride Golden Ticket away from Disney, it’s already Christmas at the Disney Store, Disneyland Abu Dhabi’s castle will have water features, and a Downtown Disney security plaza suddenly closes — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, September 8, 2025. Walt Disney World Disney’s Animal Kingdom … Read more
Universal Epic Universe dominated the 2025 Golden Ticket Awards, knocking Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance out of the Best Dark Ride spot. Plus, Universal Volcano Bay was named Best Water Park. Epic Universe Golden Ticket Awards 2025 The Golden Ticket Awards by Amusement Today “shine a spotlight on the amusement park industry and attractions … Read more
An Epic Universe Slush is now available at Orlando-area McDonald’s locations, offering a treat and giveaway opportunity in a themed cup. Large Epic Universe Mix Slush – $3.79 While Epic Universe does have exclusive Coke Freestyle flavors, this beverage is just a themed mix of some regular McDonald’s options. The slush is a mix of … Read more
The Muppet Show may be returning, Disney Springs drones are definitely not, Bluey‘s feature film has a release date, and the Universal Destinations CEO discusses Epic Universe expansion plans — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, September 4, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney Springs Walt … Read more
In a recent interview, Universal Destinations & Experiences CEO Mark Woodbury talked about Epic Universe expansion plans, Universal Kids Resort, the U.K. resort, and more. Epic Universe Expansion Plans Highlights from the interview with Jessica Reif Ehrlich, BofA Securities Inc. analyst, were shared by the Orlando Sentinel. Woodbury said Epic Universe, which opened as part … Read more
Heat exhaustion ran rampant this July at Walt Disney World in newly-released reports, Epic Universe is suffering from low guest ratings, and the new Disney Adventure cruise ship has left Meyer Werft shipyard— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Resort … Read more
Epic Universe has faced some operational challenges in its first few months of operation, and it appears these Epic Universe operational issues are leading some guests to leave less-than-perfect reviews of the park on major ranking pages. Epic Universe Epic Universe is the newest theme park added to the Orlando roster. The park officially opened … Read more
You’ll now be able to use Express Pass for two more rides at Universal’s Epic Universe, in addition to the existing list of attractions. Express Pass When you add Universal Express Pass to your theme park admission, you get to skip the regular lines at most of the rides and attractions in the parks (one … Read more
After airing on NBC, the Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe special is now available to stream on Peacock. Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe The one-hour special is hosted by Joe Manganiello and features appearances by Bowen Yang, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jon M. Chu, Mason Thames, Matt Rogers, Michelle Yeoh, Nico Parker, Vin Diesel … Read more
Starting on August 16, Universal Orlando Team Members are now allowed to use their comp tickets for Epic Universe admission. Team Member Epic Universe Entry Team Members can use up to two of their complimentary passes for entry in one calendar month. Previously, Team Members would have to purchase an individual day ticket if they … Read more
The Gothic-style Dark Universe umbrella used by Team Members in Dark Universe at Epic Universe is now available for purchase online. Dark Universe Umbrella – $48 Team members use these black pagoda-style umbrellas for shade (and vibes) throughout the Universal Monsters land. It matches their all-black costumes, which are meant to appear like lab assistants, … Read more
Disney and Universal earned several nominations and took home some wins at the 4th annual Las Culturistas Culture Awards. The parody awards ceremony is spun off from the Las Culturistas podcast hosted by Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers. Disney and Universal Wins at Las Culturistas Culture Awards Universal Helios Grand Hotel at Epic Universe won … Read more
Orange County recently celebrated some record-setting months of tourist-tax collections, including the highest ever collections for the month of June. Orange County Tourist Tax Specifically in Orange County, Florida, there is a tourist development tax placed on hotel stays and other short-term rentals that last for under six months. The tax, which totals 6%, is … Read more
See all the merchandise (with prices) available at Hiccup’s Work Shop in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe. About Hiccup’s Work Shop Hiccup’s Work Shop is the exit gift shop for Hiccup’s Wing Gliders. The store focuses on a wide variety of merchandise related to the characters and dragons … Read more
A complimentary Burning Blade Tavern button is now available for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders — the third in the Epic Universe-themed series. UOAP Burning Blade Tavern Button Celebrating Dark Universe, one of the lands in Epic Universe, this circular UOAP button features the tavern’s burning windmill. The blades of the windmill are pictured aflame against a … Read more
