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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Construction Walls Removed at Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Revealing NEW Raptor Paddock and Merchandise Kiosk at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

November 25, 2020

Some construction walls have come down next to Jurassic World VelociCoaster in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, fully revealing the new raptor paddock and a merchandise kiosk. We got a glimpse of the merchandise kiosk a week ago when it rose above the construction walls. The wooden structure and stone ramp matches the theming of the … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

November 10, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

Jurassic World VelociCoaster has been Universal Orlando Resort’s worst-kept secret, with construction of the coaster ongoing for a year before an official announcement was made. We now have concept art and a POV video of what the coaster will look like when it opens next summer, but there’s also nothing like visiting VelociCoaster itself still … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Minions, Jurassic World, and Peanuts Ski Coats Available at Universal Studios Japan

November 8, 2020

by Spencer Lloyd

If you’re looking for a suitable ski jacket as the chilly winter approaches, come on down to Rodeo Drive Souvenirs at Universal Studios Japan for these new jackets themed to Peanuts, Jurassic World, and Minions! Let’s take a look! Each of these jackets is available for ¥8900 ($84.98). Minions Ski Jacket Peanuts Ski Jacket Jurassic … Read more

CONCEPT ART: First Look at Universal Studios Beijing Attractions, Including “Spider-Man” Style Jurassic World Adventure Attraction

October 20, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

We previously got a look at the upcoming Universal Beijing Resort’s CityWalk, some of park’s Jurassic World Isla Nublar land, and a new subway station. Now Universal has released a video featuring beautiful new concept art for attractions that will be at the brand new theme park. Universal Studios Beijing’s lands will be Kung Fu … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Waterfall Flowing Through Rocks, Additional Electric Fencing, and More Details Around Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

October 13, 2020

by Annie Wilson

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Jurassic World VelociCoaster is coming along quickly at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The track is complete and now a lot of the focus seems to be on adding all the thematic details. The area is really coming alive, and now there’s even a waterfall flowing through the jagged rocks. As we were making our way … Read more

PHOTOS: Electric Raptor Paddock Fencing Installed at Jurassic World VelociCoaster in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

October 9, 2020

by Charly Shelton

When we last checked in on the newly officially announced Jurassic World VelociCoaster, a lot was going on. We noticed lots of cosmetic touches like lights and landscaping being installed. Now, new electric fence safety wires have been installed to keep the Velociraptors inside their paddocks. These wires run all along the upper edge of … Read more

PHOTOS: Net Added to Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

October 3, 2020

by Ilana Lifshitz

Construction continues on Jurassic World VelociCoaster with the addition of netting underneath different areas of the ride’s track. So far, it’s been placed in two sections. These would be used to catch loose items guests might drop while riding. With the confirmation of Jurassic World VelociCoaster opening next summer, we imagine we’ll keep seeing additional … Read more

UPDATE: Universal Orlando Resort Removes Jurassic World VelociCoaster Opening Announcement

September 27, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

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On Friday, Universal Orlando Resort finally announced the VelociCoaster that we’ve been watching come together at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. But soon after, the announcement was removed from the Universal Orlando website. The coaster was mentioned at the end of the paragraph on the site’s Jurassic Park page. Then feel the rush of the hunt … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Orlando Resort Officially Announces Jurassic World “VelociCoaster”, Opening Summer 2021

January 25, 2021September 25, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

After months of watching the roller coaster evolve before our very eyes at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando has confirmed the name and opening date of the upcoming Jurassic World VelociCoaster, which is scheduled to open in Summer 2021. The following update was listed on the Jurassic Park page for Universal’s Islands of Adventure: … Read more

PHOTOS: Raptor Eggs Visible on “Velocicoaster” Rockwork at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

September 25, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

Ospreys aren’t the only raptors making nests at the “Velocicoaster” in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Dinosaur eggs have appeared at the top of some of the coaster’s rockwork. The eggs aren’t easy to spot without knowing they’re there, but one is clearly visible in a dip in the rockwork. The eggs are high up, and … Read more

PHOTOS: InGen Ride Vehicle Testing Underway for “Velocicoaster” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

September 17, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

The “Velocicoaster” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure is one step closer to completion with the addition of InGen ride vehicles. We’ve caught a glimpse of the ride vehicle earlier this week, all wrapped up in plastic, but today, the test vehicle was in plain sight as tests continued along the track. The vehicles are wrapped … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: UOAP Lounge at the Jurassic Park Discovery Center, Universal Orlando Resort At Capacity for Labor Day Weekend, USJ Casper and Snoopy Merch, and More!

September 6, 2020

by Alicia

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from August 30 to September 6, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Following Volcano Bay’s … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: More Reopenings at CityWalk Hollywood, Velociraptors on the “Velocicoaster,” New Scary Foods from the Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store, #HHNForever Playlist, and More!

August 30, 2020

by Alicia

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from August 23-30, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Universal Orlando Resort has just released a new … Read more

PHOTOS: Second Raptor Figure Arrives at “Velocicoaster” Site in Jurassic Park at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

August 25, 2020August 25, 2020

by Jessica Figueroa

Clever girl… or should we say, clever girls? A second raptor has arrived at the upcoming “Velocicoaster” inside Jurassic Park at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, lowered onto the site via a massive crane. Like the raptor from yesterday, it was fully encased in a protective plastic wrap. Despite these visible advancements at the coaster site, … Read more

PHOTOS: Islands of Adventure Jurassic World Merchandise from Universal Orlando Resort

August 10, 2020August 9, 2020

by Annie Wilson

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With so many exciting changes coming to Jurassic Park at Islands of Adventure here at Universal Orlando, we decided to do a little shopping for some Jurassic World gear. Take a look at the different collections of Jurassic World merchandise available here at Jurassic Outfitters. Jurassic World “Spirit Jersey” Style Long Sleeve Top – $55 … Read more

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

July 26, 2020

by Annie Wilson

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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