Heya from Universal Orlando! Today started with nothing but “Wicked.” I then found the new 2024 collector’s wand in Hogsmeade, and Christmas decor has moved into Islands of Adventure. King Kong Lot I started my day early in the King Kong lot of Universal’s parking garage. Parking here before the parks open is usually a … Read more
The most dangerous night of Spider-Man’s life (and yours) will have to wait… The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man attraction is temporarily closed for refurbishment at Universal Islands of Adventure. The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man Closed for Refurbishment According to the Theme Park & CityWalk Hours page on the Universal Orlando Resort website, The Amazing Adventures … Read more
No need to check the calendar — we can confirm it is still October. And while Halloween is still alive and well in Universal Studios Florida, it’s basically December 25 at Universal Islands of Adventure, where Christmas decorations have started to appear. Islands of Adventure Christmas Decorations Islands of Adventure Trading Company In the park’s flagship … Read more
Universal has installed construction walls around Pizza Predattoria at Jurassic Park in Universal Islands of Adventure. Pizza Predattoria Construction Walls The construction walls are in front of the Pizza Predattoria building, starting under the sign and wrapping around the right side. The pizzeria remains open during construction. An A-frame sign at the corner points to … Read more
Rumors indicate that Universal Creative is currently developing plans that will replace Marvel Super Hero Island at Islands of Adventure. Universal’s Contract With Marvel Marvel Super Hero Island opened with the park in 1999. At the time, Marvel was nowhere near as hot of a commodity as it is now. Universal struck a deal for … Read more
A handful of new merchandise items for Halloween Horror Nights 33 is now available at All Hallows Eve Boutique in Universal Islands of Adventure, currently themed to Boardwalk Lil’ Bootique, including this year’s house lineup T-shirt. New Halloween Horror Nights Merchandise at All Hallows Eve Boutique Halloween Horror Nights 33 House Lineup T-Shirt – $33 … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights guests can wear their favorite mascot on their shoulder thanks to a new Lil’ Boo shoulder plush. The accessory is available at All Hallows Eve Boutique (which is currently sporting Lil’ Boo theming) in Universal Islands of Adventure. It will likely be available at other HHN merchandise locations in Universal Orlando Resort … Read more
All Hallows Eve Boutique has transformed once again for the Halloween season at Universal Islands of Adventure, and is now the Boardwalk Lil’ Bootique. All Hallows Eve Boardwalk Lil’ Bootique Lil’ Boo has taken over the seasonal boutique, putting his own spin on the decor both inside and outside the store. Guests will find that … Read more
Jurassic Park River Adventure and Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges, two popular water attractions at Universal Islands of Adventure, are scheduled to close for refurbishment at the beginning of next year. Islands of Adventure Ride Refurbishments Jurassic Park River Adventure Beginning on January 6, 2025, Jurassic Park River Adventure will go down for a refurbishment … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has new preview merchandise for “Insidious: The Further,” a haunted house coming to Halloween Horror Nights 33. ‘Insidious: The Further’ Preview Merchandise The preview T-shirt is available at Five & Dime in Universal Studios Florida and All Hallows Eve Boutique at Universal Islands of Adventure. Usually, a ball cap is also available, but … Read more
Do we see Sneetches on those beaches? Yes, we do! The Sneetches have finally returned to ‘Sneetch Beach’ in Seuss Landing at Universal Islands of Adventure. Sneetches Return to Sneetch Beach Back in February 2022, the Sneetches unexpectedly disappeared from the waters surrounding Sneetch Beach. Today, over two and half years later, they can be … Read more
Preview merchandise for the “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” house at Halloween Horror Nights 33 is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. The merch is available in All Hallows Eve Boutique at Universal Islands of Adventure and 5 & 10 at Universal Studios Florida. ‘Ghostbusters Frozen Empire’ T-Shirt – $33 The T-shirt is black with artwork of … Read more
As part of their summer 2024 offerings, Universal Orlando Resort has debuted a new castle projection show in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter—Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure, titled “Hogwarts Always.” ‘Hogwarts Always’ Nighttime Show This show is described by Universal Orlando as one that “takes you on a magical journey through a school year … Read more
The Summer Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida has several themed treats, including the Jaws cake roll. Let’s sink our teeth in and give it a try. Jaws Cake Roll – $7 This cream soda-flavored Swiss roll is originally from Amity Landing Restaurant at Universal Studios Japan. In addition to the Tribute Store, it’s available … Read more
A new Hello Kitty Spirit Jersey inspired by the character’s classic look is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found it in Toon Extra at Universal Islands of Adventure. Hello Kitty Spirit Jersey – $80 The jersey is bright blue. Hello Kitty is pictured on the left breast in blue overalls and a yellow … Read more
The All Hallows Eve Boutique in Universal Islands of Adventure has been rethemed for the summer into the “Monster Hideaway.” All Hallows Eve Boutique Becomes ‘Monster Hideaway’ The store has a new sign over the entrance for its new theme. Taking inspiration from Polynesian pop and tiki-inspired art styles, the sign reads “All Hallows Eve … Read more