PHOTOS, VIDEO: Jurassic World VelociCoaster Grand Opening Merchandise Released at Universal Orlando Resort (Every Item with Prices)

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With the opening of Jurassic World VelociCoaster approaching, Universal Orlando Resort is preparing with Jurassic Park refurbishments and new merchandise. In addition to the Passholder-exclusive shirt we found last week, a line of merchandise celebrating the coaster is now available! Originally, there were several grand opening items, but those were quickly removed from the shelves. … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Construction Walls Removed Around Jurassic World VelociCoaster in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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More construction walls have come down around Jurassic World VelociCoaster in Jurassic Park at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The walls reveal much of the coaster behind the paddock gates. Some construction workers were admiring their handiwork, and we can’t blame them! There is now an incredible view of the coaster. More workers were down by … Read more

Universal Shares Behind-The-Scenes Look at Creating Tropical Landscaping for Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Islands of Adventure

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As we anticipate the grand opening of Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, the park continues to add theming elements to the surrounding areas including landscaping. Neal Diebold who is lovingly referenced as “The Tree Guy” at Universal Orlando Resort recently shared with Discover Universal Blog what it’s like to creatively introduce the … Read more

PHOTOS: Annual Passholder Exclusive Jurassic World VelociCoaster T-Shirt Now Available at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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With the finishing touches being put in place for the imminent opening of Universal’s Islands of Adventure’s newest species of roller coaster this summer, a Universal Orlando Annual Passholder-exclusive Jurassic World: VelociCoaster T-shirt has arrived at the theme park. Annual Passholder-Exclusive Jurassic World: VelociCoaster Graphic T-Shirt – $25.00 The tee features a tropical graphic stating … Read more

PHOTO: Torches Illuminate Velociraptors at Entrance to Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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A couple of weeks ago, the velociraptors looming over the entrance to Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure were revealed. Thanks to bioreconstruct on Twitter, we now have a look at the entrance illuminated by torches at night. The torches are on either side of the attraction’s marquee, beneath each velociraptor. When Jurassic … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 2/10/21 (Jurassic Park Getting Refreshed, Work on the Incredible Hulk Coaster, Mardi Gras Fun, and More)

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Welcome to another exciting day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. We started our day over at Islands of Adventure and noticed that techs were working on the Incredible Hulk Coaster. The Incredible Hulk Coaster had some issues and did not open with the rest of the park. It was interesting to see the water … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic World Archway Under Construction Near VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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The entrance to Jurassic World VelociCoaster, complete with velociraptors, was unveiled a week ago at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Now a Jurassic World archway seems to be under construction on the other side of the coaster. This archway is at one end of the bridge bypass connecting Jurassic Park and the Lost Continent. It’s not … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 2/2/21 (Raptors Unwrapped at Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Mardi Gras Menus Added to Food Booths, Retro E.T. Lanyard Pouch, and More)

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Welcome to another winter day here at Universal Orlando Resort! We’ve got our jacket and gloves and are ready to brave the Florida cold. We started our morning at Islands of Adventure for Early Park Admission. As we entered the park, we spotted the raptors over the entrance had been unwrapped. The marquee and raptors … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic World VelociCoaster Entrance Raptor Figures Now Uncovered at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Following the addition of the marquee, the raptor figures above the entrance to the VelociCoaster are now being unwrapped. “Jurassic World VelociCoaster” is displayed above the ride’s future entrance, between the looming raptor statues. The paint job on the figures doesn’t look complete (at least from this distance), so hopefully someone is going to go … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 1/29/21 (Jurassic World VelociCoaster Sign Installed, Bruce the Shark Removed, Valentine’s Day Treats at the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium, Additional Mardi Gras Prep, and More)

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Welcome to another exciting day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. We’ve got so many things to look forward to this year and it looks like we’re getting one step closer to the opening of the new Jurassic World VelociCoaster. We made our way to Islands of Adventure and spotted the Jurassic World VelociCoaster sign … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic World VelociCoaster Entrance Sign Installed at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Following the addition of velociraptor statues to the entrance of Jurassic World VelociCoaster in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, signage has now been installed for the attraction. “Jurassic World VelociCoaster” is displayed above the ride’s future entrance, between the looming raptors. The lettering has raptor claw marks across it. Jurassic World VelociCoaster is fully functional, as … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 1/28/21 (Mardi Gras Tribute Store Facade Revealed, Jurassic World Drain Covers, Nestle Ice Cream, Bruce the Shark Barricaded, and More)

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It’s another exciting day here at the Universal Orlando Resort and we’re ready to explore the parks. We made our way over to Universal Studios Florida first to check out the Mardi Gras Tribute Store. The Royal Street Jazz Preservation Hall facade has been set up for the Mardi Gras Tribute Store and we can’t … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 1/27/21 (More Walls Down Around Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Mardi Gras Decorations and Prep, Lunch at Confisco Grille, and More)

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Welcome to another busy day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. There’s a lot happening around the parks today, so let’s get right to it! Universal Studios Florida is getting ready for Mardi Gras 2021: International Flavors of Carnaval and we’re excited to experience all the park has to offer. The Tribute Store facade has … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Even More Construction Walls Come Down Around Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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As we previously reported, testing of the Jurassic World VelociCoaster continued this week with riders to film promotional materials for the new ride. Some construction walls were removed from the area last month, and overnight even more construction walls have been removed, revealing some new fauna around the new coaster. The walls that have been … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 1/25/21 (Jurassic World VelociCoaster Promotional Filming With Real Riders, New Face Masks, Low Crowds, and More)

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Welcome to another wild day at the Universal Orlando Resort. We decided to make our way over to Islands of Adventure first to check in on some of the new raptors. As we made our way over to the park, we noticed the construction walls around the new store in CityWalk have been moved farther … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 1/24/21 (Four New Raptors Added to Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Mardi Gras Food Tents Set Up, Loaded Nachos in KidZone, and More)

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It’s a rainy Saturday here at the Universal Orlando Resort. Grab your poncho and umbrella and let’s jump in and see what’s new around the parks. As we arrived to Universal Studios Florida, we spotted tents set up around the park in preparation for Mardi Gras. We can’t wait to try some of these food … Read more