Islands of Adventure

PHOTOS: Brakes Added to Tallest Point in Track, Painting Begins on Rock Work and More Details of Jurassic Park’s “Velocicoaster” at Islands of Adventure

We’re back at Islands of Adventure today to scope out the latest additions around the Jurassic Park coaster construction site. The unnamed coaster is making quick progress, so we can only hope an announcement is made soon. Maybe with the disappointing news of Halloween Horror Nights 30 being canceled this year, we might get some … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic Park “Velocicoaster” Construction Update at Islands of Adventure as Rock Work Gets Detailed and Show Building Painting Continues

As construction continues on the newest addition to Jurassic Park at Islands of Adventure, we’ve been keeping an eye out for any changes. As we check in on the latest updates to “Velocicoaster”, we can see some new additions to the show buildings as well as more details added to the rock structure. Two rectangular … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 7/13/20 (Possible Halloween Horror Nights Prep, Upgrade to a UOAP and Get 3 Months Free, Chocolate Strawberry Peanut Butter Sundae in Diagon Alley, and More)

Good morning from Universal Orlando! Let’s start our day off at Universal Studios Florida and see what we can find today. A mysterious, tarped structure has popped up near Fear Factor Live. The area is currently used for a U-Rest and there are no shows, but we’re excited at the idea that this could be … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 7/9/20 (Tallest Piece of Coaster Track Added to Velocicoaster, Pineapple Dole Whip at Schwab’s Pharmacy, Magical Menagerie Closed, and More)

It’s a hot summer afternoon here at Universal Orlando, but we’re ready to take on the day. Let’s start off at Islands of Adventure and see what’s happening. You can’t miss the Incredible Hulk Coaster when you enter Islands of Adventure, but now you might notice something new along the lagoon, reaching up towards the … Read more

PHOTOS: Latest Construction Update on Jurassic Park “Velocicoaster” at Islands of Adventure, Including New Exterior on Show Building Walls

Every time we visit Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando, we’re excited to see the latest progress on the construction in Jurassic Park. Let’s check in and see what’s new with VelociCoaster. The show building has started to get enclosed with light brown walls. The molding design on the walls and the light brown coloring … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Rolls Back Summer Blockout Hours at Volcano Bay for Power and Preferred Annual Passholders

Seasonal Passholders are getting more chances to enjoy the summer at Universal Orlando’s theme parks. With the parks recently reopening to guests, blockout dates through the month of July have been lifted for Seasonal Passes at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Now, even more Annual Passholder restrictions have been lifted, with Power … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Construction on Show Building and Rock Work Continues for “Velocicoaster” In Jurassic Park at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

It may have been less a week ago that we reported on the additional track being added for Universal’s Islands of Adventure still-to-be announced Jurassic Park roller coaster, “Velocicoaster,” but in that week much work has been done. For this update, we’re going to be skipping covering the lagoon area as little progress has been … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Navigators Club Opens for Annual Passholders Above Confisco Grille for a Limited Time at Islands of Adventure

Starting today, a brand new limited-time Annual Passholder lounge, the Navigators Club, is welcoming guests above the Confisco Grille in Universal’s Islands of Adventure! Outside the Confisco Grille go ahead and show your Annual Pass and ID to the Team Members waiting outside at the podium, and they’ll lead you upstairs and into the exclusive … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Track Installation Continues for Jurassic Park’s “Velocicoaster” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Another day, another update as work continues at Island of Adventure’s yet-to-be-announced “Velocicoaster.” We’ve been incredibly impressed by how quickly this coaster has come together, so let’s take a look at the latest progress. We’ll start by checking out the progress from across the lagoon, where we see pieces of banking track leading up the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 6/24/20 (Annual Passholder Discounts on Mobile Ordering, Magical Menagerie Reopens in Diagon Alley, The Bourne Stuntacular Technical Rehearsals Continue, and More)

Good morning from Universal Orlando! The crowds are steady this morning, making their way through CityWalk towards the parks. In an effort to reduce contact between guests and Team Members, Universal is encouraging the use of mobile order for food and drink. You still have the option to order from the registers, should you need, … Read more

PHOTOS: Create and Personalize Apple Watch Bands, Phone Cases, and Magnets at U-Design Kiosks in Universal Orlando Resort

If you’re looking for a personalized souvenir from your visit to Universal Orlando, we would suggest taking a look at the U-Design kiosks scattered throughout Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. These stations allow guests to choose from many different Universal themed phone case designs, magnets, and even Apple watch bands. Phone cases are $30 … Read more

PHOTOS: Inversion Loop Evolves as Additional Track is Installed for Jurassic Park “Velocicoaster” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

The engineers at Jurassic Park have spared no expense on the unannounced “Velocicoaster” attraction taking shape at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. With work continuing overnight, every day brings a new piece of track installed, giving guests and coaster enthusiasts alike a better idea of just how intense the ride layout will be. Today, we’re heading … Read more

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