The themed audio that plays in the parking garages at Universal Orlando Resort has been changed. All sections now have the same guest informational spiel rather than unique audio experiences based on the parking level. Universal Orlando Resort Parking Garage Audio Replaced On today’s visit to Universal Orlando Resort, we noticed that changes had been … Read more
As Universal Orlando Resort prepares for a busy summer, Mythos Restaurant, located in The Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure, has added a brand new outdoor lounge area. Mythos Restaurant Outdoor Lounge The new outdoor seating area is located directly on the right side of the main entrance to the restaurant. There are several … Read more
One of the highlights of a visit to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is using a wand to cast spells. This magical experience allows wizards, witches, and even Muggles to try their hand at magic at the Universal Orlando Resort. Rumors suggest that new interactive wands will debut ahead of Epic Universe and new … Read more
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade in Universal Islands of Adventure is getting a new castle projection show: “Hogwarts Always.” “Hogwarts Always” The show, debuting on June 14, replaces “The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle,” which closed for “refurbishment” last May. “Hogwarts Always” will be performed on select nights, taking “guests on a journey through … Read more
Earlier this week, we reported that Pteranodon Flyers at Universal Islands of Adventure was closed unexpectedly. The ride has remained closed since then, and now Pteranodon Flyers has been added to the list of attraction closures on the Universal Orlando website. Pteranodon Flyers Closed at Islands of Adventure Pteranodon Flyers was not scheduled for maintenance … Read more
The main entrance to The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man at Universal Islands of Adventure is closed and surrounded by construction walls — again. Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man Construction The entrance was last blocked off in January. Blue construction walls once again surround the façade. Signs attached to the walls point guests to the temporary entrance. The … Read more
Welcome to Skull Island: Reign of Kid. A guest visiting Universal Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort was spotted climbing to the top of the Skull Island: Reign of Kong attraction sign to pose for a photo. The entrance to the ride makes a great photo op, but one family took it to the … Read more
Universal Islands of Adventure turns 25 this year on May 28, and there’s a new merchandise collection to celebrate. The collection is currently only available at Islands of Adventure Trading Company, the park’s main gift shop found in Port of Entry. T-shirt – $27 The collection features art reminiscent of old merchandise that highlights the … Read more
The new How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk merchandise released earlier this week for Epic Universe is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. Isle of Berk Merchandise Available In-Park We found all four pieces in the collection available for purchase in the Annual Passholder Lounge located in the Toon Lagoon area of … Read more
The house of the Lorax and the surrounding Truffula Trees in Seuss Landing at Universal Islands of Adventure are currently blocked by construction walls for refurbishment. The Lorax House & Truffula Trees Refurbishment Pink construction walls surround the small play area. The Lorax’s tall purple house is visible over the walls. Its design is straight … Read more
According to the Universal Orlando Resort calendar, the attraction One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish will close for refurbishment for a month this spring. One Fish, Two Fish Refurbishment One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish will be closed from April 27 through May 24, 2024. Here is how Universal Orlando Resort … Read more
Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous recently reopened after a months-long refurbishment with a new menu and, as we have learned, a new fry robot employee named Horton. Horton the Fry Robot Team Members told us that the Seuss Landing restaurant in Universal Islands of Adventure is using a new robot to make French fries. The FryBot, … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has been looking to cut costs and increase profits a lot lately and another price increase has quietly happened around the attractions. Universal Orlando has raised the prices for locker rentals at all of their attractions around the resort by $1. Prices Raised for Locker Rentals at Attractions Several attractions at the … Read more
Skull Island: Reign of Kong has gotten a major update and is no longer in 3D. The attraction, located at Universal Islands of Adventure, has been a 3D attraction since it opened back in 2016. Now, the film portions of the attraction have become 2D and no longer require 3D glasses, like the version used … Read more
Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous in Seuss Landing at Universal Islands of Adventure is gearing up to reopen its doors after being closed for refurbishment since June 2023. Not only will it open with a mobile order pick-up window, but we also got a look at what some of the new menu items will look like. … Read more
The year-round spooky seasonal store at Universal Islands of Adventure has been given a Mardi Gras makeover to become the All Hallows Bayou Boutique. All Hallows Eve Bayou Boutique Since 2021, the All Hallows Eve Boutique has been a seasonal store serving up spooky twists on the current event at Universal Orlando Resort. Last Christmas … Read more