Universal Orlando Resort has released a set of Wizarding World wands for fans to purchase, like the Dark Wizard wand collection we recently spotted over in Knockturn Alley. We found these new wands inside Dervish and Banges in Hogsmeade. Marauder’s Map Wand Collection – $180 This new collection is slightly less expensive than the Dark … Read more
Universal has added several new phone case designs for Jurassic World fans that are now available for purchase immediately without the need to create one through a U-Design Kiosk. Take a look at our recent discoveries inside the VelociCoaster Store and Jurassic Outfitters. Jurassic World VelociCoaster Phone Case – $30 Previously, this phone case was … Read more
Now that Jurassic World VelociCoaster has opened, new Jurassic World merchandise has been taking over Universal Orlando Resort. On our latest hunt we found some more new merchandise celebrating Jurassic World. Jurassic World Bottle — $25.00 This drinking bottle features the Jurassic World logo with the classic T-Rex skeleton on the front. On the back, the bottle shows … Read more
The bypass bridge connecting Jurassic Park and Lost Continent has reopened today with a protective cage, giving us an up-close look at this section of the VelociCoaster for the first time since guests have been allowed to ride. While the bridge opened briefly in March while VelociCoaster was testing, it has been closed since the … Read more
Earlier this week we reported a new cage structure was added to the still-closed bridge that would allow guests to bypass Hogsmeade to get to the Velocicoaster. The cage was added as a safety feature for guests below the coaster. Today we spotted another update to the cage. Let’s take a look. A mesh covering … Read more
Universal’s newest attraction, the VelociCoaster, opened officially this month. Since then, there have been some safety concerns including a wig flying off from a guest’s head and ice being thrown at riders as they pass. In order to further ensure the safety of guests both on the ride and near it, Team Members have now … Read more
Exciting news for all of the passholders of Universal Orlando Resort. Passholder Appreciation Days are returning this August from the 16th through September 30th. The event, presented by Coca Cola, is a celebration for Passholders with tons of perks, discounts and exclusive opportunities like unique food and beverage items throughout the parks, hotels and Universal … Read more
This afternoon while pondering lunch in the park, we took to our Universal Orlando app to browse a few mobile ordering options. To our surprise, we noticed almost all options have now been removed. Volcano Bay now only allows mobile ordering for those who have rented a premium seating upgrade. There are now only two … Read more
Happy Pride Month! This afternoon we decided to get into the holiday spirit a little earlier by stopping into the Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe, and we found an awesome tribute to Pride month out on display on the counter. Check out our photos below. Display Pride Month Director’s Clapboard – $49.95 A director’s clapboard … Read more
Since its opening in 2019, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure has seen steady high demand (and wait times) from guests visiting the park. As of today, the ride once again offers a single rider option, which is great news for those looking to ride solo and experience a shorter wait. Unfortunately, the ride was down … Read more
With things returning to normal around the parks, unfortunately prices are not staying the same. While browsing a few wand shops this afternoon, we noticed that the prices of each style of wand (regular, interactive, and collectible) have all increased in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Take a look below at our findings. Recently … Read more
This morning during our way into the park, we stopped by the Islands of Adventure Trading Company to check out the new merchandise. To our surprise, we found Spirit Jersey-style shirts featuring the iconic Hogwarts Houses. Take a look below at these new styles. Ravenclaw Jersey – $65 Show off your intelligence, cleverness, and wit … Read more
With the grand opening of Velocicoaster today at Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando Resort also took the opportunity to entirely refresh their paper guide maps with a brand-new and more photorealistic art style. The new maps place a large emphasis on the show buildings of each attraction for some reason, particularly visible in the map … Read more
The Jurassic World VelociCoaster has hatched lots of new merchandise at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Now one of our favorite collectible items is available. A new pressed penny celebrates the grand opening of the new coaster. We found the Jurassic World VelociCoaster Grand Opening pressed penny in a machine located near the restrooms. Three different … Read more
More guests can now take the 85-foot plunge on Jurassic Park River Adventure. The Universal’s Islands of Adventure attraction is now seating parties in each row. The change went into effect today. Guests queue for the attraction. The queue may move a bit faster today as the ride’s capacity has increased. This boat is not … Read more
A new Blue Churro is available from Natural Selections at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. We have tasted our share of churros lately. Let’s see how this new offering stacks up against the competition. Natural selections is located in the Jurassic Park area. Blue Churro — $6.69 The Blue Churro replaces the sea salt s’mores churro … Read more
