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Thunder Falls Terrace Reopens, Another Section Blocked off at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

February 3, 2023 Shannen Michaelsen

Thunder Falls Terrace has reopened in the Jurassic Park area of Universal’s Islands of Adventure after a brief closure for a roof refurbishment. The roof … Read more

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No Sneetches on Beaches: Beloved Dr. Seuss Characters Disappear from Seuss Landing’s ‘Sneetch Beach’ at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

February 1, 2023 Justin Topa

In “The Sneetches” by Dr. Seuss, the allegory tells us that “no kind of Sneetch is the best on the beaches.” The line may have been taken too literally, as the beloved Dr. Seuss characters are now missing from their previous post at Seuss Landing’s Sneetch Beach at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

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Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges Closing for Refurbishment Next Month at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

January 24, 2023 Shannen Michaelsen

Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges at Universal’s Islands of Adventure will close for a month-long refurbishment starting on February 13, 2023. The water ride is … Read more

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Poseidon’s Fury Scheduled to Close for Refurbishment in February

January 24, 2023 Shannen Michaelsen

Poseidon’s Fury at Universal’s Islands of Adventure will close for a short refurbishment next month. According to the Universal Orlando Resort calendar, Poseidon’s Fury will … Read more

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Crews Fixing Hole in Jurassic Park River Adventure Caused by Hurricane Ian

January 21, 2023 Shannen Michaelsen

Now that Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal’s Islands of Adventure has closed for a standard winter refurbishment, crews are fixing the hole that was … Read more

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Thunder Falls Terrace Closed For Roof Refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

January 21, 2023 Shannen Michaelsen

Thunder Falls Terrace in Universal’s Islands of Adventure has been closed for about two weeks as work wraps up on the restaurant’s roof. The roof … Read more

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BREAKING: Marvel Character Dining Returning to Universal’s Islands of Adventure

January 19, 2023 Shannen Michaelsen

The Marvel Character Dinner will return to Marvel Super Hero Island at Universal’s Islands of Adventure beginning on February 9, 2023, and reservations are now … Read more

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Jurassic Park River Adventure Now Closed for Refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

January 13, 2023 Justin Giglio

Jurassic Park River Adventure in Universal’s Islands of Adventure has now closed for refurbishment. It will remain closed through February 3, reopening to guests on … Read more

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PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 12/21/22 (The Tribute Store is Moving, Discounted Holiday Merchandise, Crowds, and More)

December 24, 2022 Annie Wilson

Welcome to a chilly December day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. Let’s get going and start our day at Universal Studios Florida and see … Read more

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Pteranodon Flyers Reopens Ahead of Schedule at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

December 23, 2022 Spencer Lloyd

Earlier this month, the beloved kids’ glider ride Pteranodon Flyers closed unexpectedly for an indefinite refurbishment. After later being promised a Christmas Day reopening, the … Read more

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Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal’s Islands of Adventure Closing for Refurbishment in January

December 21, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Jurassic Park River Adventure in Universal’s Islands of Adventure will be closed for refurbishment starting on January 9, 2023. It will remain closed through February … Read more

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Pteranodon Flyers at Universal’s Islands of Adventure Reopening Christmas Day

December 16, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Pteranodon Flyers in Universal’s Islands of Adventure closed earlier this month for an indefinite amount of time. We now know it will reopen on December … Read more

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Scrim Removed From Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

November 22, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Just in time for the holiday season, scrim has been removed from the front of Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. … Read more

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PHOTOS: New Themed Turnstiles Finally Open at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

November 17, 2022 Spencer Lloyd

About a month ago, we showed off new themed turnstiles which were installed at the entrance of Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Now they’ve finally been … Read more

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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Grinch Meet and Greet Returns for the Holidays to Universal’s Islands of Adventure

November 15, 2022 Annie Wilson

He’s a mean one, but he’s still everyone’s favorite meet and greet during the holidays! The Grinch meet-and-greet has returned to Seuss Landing at Islands … Read more

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Fans Raise Wands at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Honor of Robbie Coltrane’s Passing

October 14, 2022 Spencer Lloyd

This evening, fans unofficially gathered in front of Hogwarts Castle in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to honor the passing of Robbie Coltrane, who … Read more

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