There are a lot of exciting things to do at the Universal Orlando Resort, but we’re always looking to try something different. There are a few attractions around the parks that offer special “tours” around the queue. Team Members will point out hidden details and tell you some interesting facts as they guide you through … Read more
Poseidon’s Fury at Universal’s Islands of Adventure has been closed since August 2020. Construction walls surrounded the attraction in August 2021. Some of those walls have now been moved closer to the attraction. Moving the walls closer to the attraction has exposed elements that were previously behind the construction walls. Construction walls have been moved … Read more
Merry Christmas and Happy Who-lidays from the Universal Orlando Resort. The Awesomest Celebration of the Season has officially started bringing back many of our favorite holiday favorites. Last year, the Christmas offerings were modified due to CODIV-19, but this year we’re excited to have everything returning in full. The Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular is a must-see … Read more
This year, the “Grinchmas” show at Universal Orlando Resort will take place in what was previously the theater for Blue Man Group. We already saw these tresses installed in Seuss Landing for the “Grinchmas” entrance. Guests will travel from Islands of Adventure to the theater via backstage pathways. In previous years, “Grinchmas” was performed in … Read more
Three weeks ago, exterior painting began at Honk Honkers in Seuss Landing. Work is complete and the construction walls have been removed. Let’s take a look. When we first reported on the repainting, we saw crews applying new paint to the clouds. One of the most noticeable differences is this sign. It was noticeably faded … Read more
Butterbeer is easily the number one “must try” item at Universal Orlando Resort. Did you really visit the Wizarding World if you didn’t try a Butterbeer? Earlier this year, Universal Orlando started selling Hot Butterbeer year round along with the regular and frozen varieties. Now that the weather is starting to cool down in Florida, … Read more
Guests at Universal Orlando Resort can once again enjoy a popular Toon Lagoon attraction. Me Ship, The Olive is mostly reopened, though parts of it remain blocked off. This play area had been closed since Universal Orlando shut down last year due to COVID-19. It is one of the last play areas to reopen. Curious … Read more
Team Members are once again walking a baby triceratops around Jurassic Park in Universal’s Islands of Adventure for guests to interact with. According to Team Members, this baby’s name is Sally and she’s two months old. They were taking her on a walk for some fresh air. Guests can also see baby dinosaurs in the … Read more
Confisco Grille at Universal’s Islands of Adventure is one of our favorite dining spots at the Universal Orlando Resort. We love to stop in and grab a quick bite to eat in a relaxed atmosphere away from the crowds. Lunch at Confisco Grille is always an adventure, so let’s dig in! Vegetable Pot Stickers – … Read more
The holidays are beginning to arrive at Universal Orlando Resort, with the first Christmas decorations going up in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade is now adorned with garland and wreaths. Guests entering Hogsmeade from The Lost Continent will feel the Christmas spirit right away with garland trimming the … Read more
As we get closer and closer to the holidays, more and more Who-liday decorations are being added to Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The LED trees have returned and we can’t wait for when they light up at night. Cute little ornaments have been added to some of the Seuss trees. The Lorax … Read more
It may still be October, but the holidays are beginning at Universal Orlando Resort. Christmas decorations have begun to appear at Port of Entry in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The awnings above the entrance turnstiles have garland adorned with ornaments and other baubles. Garland is also wrapped around lampposts. For now, there is mostly just … Read more
Caro-Seuss-el at Universal’s Islands of Adventure closed for refurbishment in early August. Since then, the ride has been surrounded by construction walls and scrims, obscuring work from view. We can see through some of the scrim and noticed sections of pink roofing broken along the edge. The broken roofing can be seen through the grey … Read more
What better way to treat yourself on a hot day than with a refreshing frozen beverage? Make it a Frozen Rosé, and it’s even more marvelous. Islands of Adventure is full of hidden gems, including this delightful Frozen Rosé available from the Cotton Candy stand in Marvel Super Hero Island. Frozen Rosé – $13.99 This … Read more
Since our visit yesterday, even more Who-liday decorations have been hung around Seuss Landing in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. We already saw the garland wrapped around the entrance archway. There are a few Christmas trees in planters along the walkway. Poles wrapped in garland and topped with wreaths also line the path. They have red … Read more
Cindy Lou Who isn’t singing “Where are you Christmas?” yet, but we’ve found it! The Whos down in Whoville have begun to “trim up the trees with Christmas stuff” in Seuss Landing at Universal Orlando Resort. The Grinchiest time of year is almost here. With holiday celebrations beginning on November 13, the new decor may … Read more