Prices Raised for Attractions Locker Rentals at Universal Orlando Resort

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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

RUMOR: TRON Lightcycle Run to Feature Double-Sided Lockers Accessed by MagicBand & App

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TRON Lightcycle / Run is coming early next spring to the Magic Kingdom, and we are continuing to learn a little more about it as the opening draws near. The latest information we received is that the lockers will open from sides and be accessed via MagicBand and the My Disney Experience app. The above … Read more

Disney Patents Mobile Robot Locker to Carry Guests’ Items at Theme Parks

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The Walt Disney Company has filed a patent for a “Robotic Sherpa,” described as a mobile locker allowing guests to access their stored items whenever they want without having to carry them. The patent shows a robot with cameras that would help it navigate crowds and a mobile app guests would use to recall and … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 8/13/21 (Restroom and Locker Area Refurbishment Completed Near Spaceship Earth, New International Food & Wine Festival Booth Previews, and More)

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Good morning and welcome to a bright and sunny day here at Walt Disney World’s beautiful EPCOT. Take a journey around the park with us today as we see just what all lies in store. Let’s jump in! Entering the park this morning, we found that multiple construction walls had come down near Spaceship Earth. … Read more

PHOTOS: VelociCoaster Decals Added to New Lockers in Jurassic Park Discovery Center at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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After reporting on the new lockers at the Jurassic Park Discovery Center that will serve guests riding the soon-to-debut VelociCoaster, we saw today that the lockers received new decals in preparation of the attraction’s opening. These large, digital lockers that will utilize a guest’s park tickets to open just received the addition of decals, outfitting … Read more

PHOTOS: VelociCoaster Lockers Replace Exhibits in Jurassic Park Discovery Center Ahead of Opening at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Island of Adventure is quickly gearing up for its opening this year. Our latest update saw mist effects turned on around the attraction. Today we spotted some new lockers at the Jurassic Park Discovery Center which will serve guests riding the brand new coaster. Take a closer look down below: … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Super Nintendo World Preview, Dockside Inn and Suites Grand Opening, Long Entrance Lines, and More

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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 December 14 to December 20, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Our December 14 and December … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 12/17/20 (AmEx Ads Removed at CityWalk, Holiday Tree Hunt Discounted, More Plexiglass Dividers, Changes to the Old Locker Area at Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, and More)

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The holidays are approaching quickly and the crowds are coming with them. It’s an extremely busy morning at the Universal Orlando Resort, but we’re ready to brave the cold and make our way into the parks. As we arrived at CityWalk, we noticed that the interactive screen and American Express advertisements were completely removed. The … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Daytime VelociCoaster Testing, Crowds at Capacity, CityWalk Hollywood During Lockdown, New Forbidden Journey Lockers, Breakfast at Portofino, and More

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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 December 7 to December 13, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Keep up with what is … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 12/8/20 (Construction Walls Come Down at Entrance of Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Filming in Toon Lagoon, Holiday Treats, and More)

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It’s a chilly, sunny day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. We arrived bright and early and were surprised by the crowds making their way into the park on a Tuesday morning. After making our way through the long lines for security, we headed to Islands of Adventure first. There were very short lines to … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: NEW Expanded Locker Area Now Open at Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Accio storage! After months of construction, the new lockers have opened next to Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. These add far more storage space for guests looking to ride the attraction before they enter the queue. The locker area inside of Hogwarts is a small space that was already … Read more

PHOTOS: Scrims and Scaffolding Surround Future Lockers at Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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New lockers have been under construction at Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey for over a month now. The pre-existing locker area inside of Hogwarts is currently a small space that was already difficult to navigate before social distancing was required. These new lockers are being built to the side of the queue entrance so … 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!

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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

PHOTOS: Lockers Installed at The Eighth Voyage of Sindbad Theater in Preparation for Labor Day Crowds at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Ahead of the Labor Day weekend crowds, lockers have been installed at The Eighth Voyage of Sindbad theater in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The lockers are located just above the U•Rest location, where guests may remove their face coverings and relax. Metal barriers are located several rows away from the lockers, suggesting that it will … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 8/4/20 (New Lockers Coming Soon to Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, More Stores Reopen at Universal Studios Florida, Social Distancing Marker Residue, and More)

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Welcome to another beautiful day here at Universal Orlando. We’re here bright and early to take advantage of Early Park Admission, and enjoy a quiet stroll before the park officially opens. The sky is blue, the sun is shining, and we’re ready for a busy day. Our first stop of the day is to the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Lockers Coming Soon to Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is a thrilling dark ride, located in Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure. Prior to entering the queue, wizards and Muggles alike will be asked to store their bags into lockers. The lockers are in a tight, small area at the entrance to Hogwarts Castle, which was often overcrowded long … Read more