Lost Continent Directional Sign Removed From Universal Islands of Adventure

A carved totem pole with animal faces stands by directional signs on a lush path, evoking Adventureland in Disney parks.

A directional sign has been removed from the Lost Continent, a Universal Islands of Adventure land that is about to go through significant construction. Lost Continent Directional Sign Removed The sign previously hung from this totem pole of animals outside the Treasures of Poseidon gift shop. It pointed guests to The Wizarding World of Harry … Read more

New Permit Filed For 7 Acres at Lost Continent Project Islands of Adventure

Visitors walk under a How to Train Your Dragon-themed archway at Universal Islands of Adventure’s sunny entrance.

As we previously reported, Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed there will be “construction activity” in the Lost Continent area of Universal Islands of Adventure, potentially for a brand new land. Universal Orlando Lost Continent Project Permit Universal Orlando Resort has filed a brand new permit for the Lost Continent Project (UO P555). In the permit … Read more

Disneyland’s Main Street Evacuated: Daily Recap (10/14/25)

Daily Recap collage: Main Street evacuated at Disneyland, Spaceship Earth sign lit up at night, Disney Vacation Club Membership Magic 2026 logo, and snow on Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland.

The Spaceship Earth sign sparkles once more, DVC Membership Magic Beyond 2026 details revealed, and Sleeping Beauty Castle already has snow at Disneyland — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Walt Disney World EPCOT Disney Springs Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Disneyland Resort Disneyland Park Downtown … Read more

Wossamotta-U Gift Shop Closed at Universal Orlando

Bright yellow whimsical building marked "Wossamotta U," purple doors/windows, guests and scooters outside—no Disney castle here.

The Wossamotta-U gift shop at Islands of Adventure has seemingly closed. Wossamotta-U Gift Shop Closed The windows and door of the store are completely covered with solid purple panels. There is no signage or posting indicating whether this is temporary. However, while the Wossamotta-U page on the Universal Orlando website is still active and lists … Read more

Stardust Racers Riders Must “Walk Independently” Now, Major Updates to Universal Guide for Safety and Accessibility

Two covers for Universal Orlando Resort's Safety and Accessibility Guide, featuring park scenes and the iconic Universal globe.

Effective beginning on October 4, Universal has added a new Guide for Safety and Accessibility for Epic Universe, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure, which includes some updated requirements for attractions such as Stardust Racers. Guide for Safety and Accessibility The Epic Universe website has recently added links to a new Guide for Safety … Read more

Megatron Encourages Brawl: Daily Recap (9/25/25)

Four Universal Studios scenes: Megatron, sci-fi ride entrance, Darth Vader, and a glowing red TRON coaster at night.

Megatron cheers on a guest fight at Universal Studios Hollywood, another lawsuit for Stardust Racers, Darth Vader has a new Hollywood Studios meet and greet, and 2026 Disney After Hours announced — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, September 25, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios New Merchandise … Read more

Poseidon’s Fury Construction Walls Come Down Days After They Went Up

Stone columns with colorful carvings stand beside a dragon statue and waterfall at an ornate building entrance.

Construction walls went up at the exit of the defunct Poseidon’s Fury attraction in Universal Islands of Adventure earlier this month — but the walls are already down with no signs of construction. Poseidon’s Fury Construction Walls Removed The former Poseidon’s Fury entrance remains blocked by a temporary barrier, but the construction walls were to … Read more

The Muppet Show Revival Confirmed: Daily Recap (9/17/25)

Daily recap collage: the Muppets, Gino the gorilla, night fireworks at Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, and Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle.

The Muppet Show is coming back, we say goodbye to Gino the gorilla, a guest gets arrested at Magic Kingdom, and Disneyland settles a $233 million wage theft lawsuit — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney Springs Walt Disney … Read more

First Construction Walls Seen in Lost Continent at Islands of Adventure

Construction walls in the Lost Continent at Islands of Adventure display an "Attraction Enhancement in Progress" sign.

Only a few days after Universal Orlando’s official announcement that “construction activity” would be coming to the Lost Continent section of Islands of Adventure, the first construction walls have been spotted. Construction Begins at Lost Continent There’s a wall on the bridge between Seuss Landing and the Lost Continent. The signs on the wall just … Read more

Jurassic Park River Adventure Refurbishment at Universal Orlando – Closing For Almost a Year

Crowd of people gathered outside the River Adventure ride entrance surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees.

Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort will close for a nearly 11-month refurbishment in 2026. Jurassic Park River Adventure Refurbishment Jurassic Park River Adventure will be closed from January 5, 2026 through November 19, 2026. Jurassic Park River Adventure Jurassic Park River Adventure is part of the Jurassic Park area of Universal Islands … Read more

Walt Disney World Flags at Half-Staff & More: Daily Recap (9/12/25)

Daily Recap: A collage featuring the Mario Galaxy movie logo, theme park, busy plaza, and Marvel heroes with Spider-Man.

Spider-Man “Tower of Terror” ride concept art has been revealed for Hong Kong Disneyland, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has been announced, and Universal has confirmed  there will be “construction activity” in the Lost Continent area of Universal Islands of Adventure — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, September 12, 2025. … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Entrance Sign Gets New Characters, Plus New Walkway Banners

The Universal Studios sign with Entrance Characters banners—Toothless, Mario, Minions—cars passing in front.

A variety of new signs and banners featuring the characters of the Universal Orlando Resort have popped behind the recently-installed entrance sign and along the walkways leading to both Universal Florida Resort and Islands of Adventure. New Character Entrance Signs This large Universal Orlando Resort entrance sign was just completed in March of 2025, though … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Confirms Construction in Lost Continent at Islands of Adventure for Potential New Land

Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed there will be “construction activity” in the Lost Continent area of Universal Islands of Adventure, potentially for a brand new land. Lost Continent Demolition After Orlando Business Journal reported Universal had filed a permit to demolish five acres of land at Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal told the outlet that … Read more