PHOTOS: Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-Pendous! Closed for Refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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The Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-Pendous! is currently closed for refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-Pendous! Closed for Refurbishment The Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-Pendous! is currently closed for refurbishment, with no reopening date yet announced on Universal’s official site. We spoke with a Team Member about the renovations, and they were … Read more

Construction Walls Come Down, Some Fish Figures Missing in Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Construction walls have come down from the entrance area of Seuss Landing in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, revealing some fish figures missing from McElligot’s Pool and the surrounding water features. Seuss Landing Refurbishment The construction walls went up in early May, running from the Port of Entry restrooms through the entrance of Seuss Landing and … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Go Up Around Seuss Landing Entrance in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Construction walls have gone up around part of the Seuss Landing entrance in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Seuss Landing Construction Walls The walls begin near restrooms in the Port of Entry land of Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Signs on the walls read “Set enhancement in progress” and direct guests to the restrooms. The walls go … Read more

No Sneetches on Beaches: Beloved Dr. Seuss Characters Disappear from Seuss Landing’s ‘Sneetch Beach’ at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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In “The Sneetches” by Dr. Seuss, the allegory tells us that “no kind of Sneetch is the best on the beaches.” The line may have been taken too literally, as the beloved Dr. Seuss characters are now missing from their previous post at Seuss Landing’s Sneetch Beach at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

REVIEW: The Grinch and Friends Character Breakfast at the Universal Orlando Resort

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The Grinch and Friends Character Breakfast has returned for the holiday season at the Universal Orlando Resort. This character dining experience is held in Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous in Seuss Landing, so it requires a ticket for Islands of Adventure as well as a separately ticketed reservation. Let’s get ready to dine on some Green … Read more

REVIEW: Roast Beast Sandwich Topped with a Tiny Meatloaf Sandwich Returns for Grinchmas 2022 at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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It wouldn’t be the Who-lidays without a traditional Roast Beast dinner, right? The Whos are running about Seuss Landing, preparing for their favorite time of the year, which means lots of decorations and holiday treats! Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-Pendous is once again serving up a long-time Who feast with this delicious Roast Beast. Roast Beast … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular’ 2022 at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Celebrate “Grinchmas” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure with the “Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular” in Seuss Landing. Guests can enter the theater for “Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular” from Seuss Landing. It’s performed at 11:30, 12:30, 1:30, 3:45, 4:45, and 5:45 daily. Guests can meet the Grinch nearby at Honk Honkers during the day. The theater itself is not … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Meet the Whos of Whoville 2022 in Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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The Whos of Whoville can be seen roaming Seuss Landing this holiday season at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The Whos are dressed in their Who-liday best, and some carry decorations. They like to play games and pose for photos. A group of Whos told us they were heading to Who-live Garden for some pasta. This … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Grinch Meet and Greet Returns for the Holidays to Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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He’s a mean one, but he’s still everyone’s favorite meet and greet during the holidays! The Grinch meet-and-greet has returned to Seuss Landing at Islands of Adventure. From now through January 1, you can meet the Grinch at Honk Honkers in Seuss Landing. This meet-and-greet is in a new location this year, decked out as … Read more

Grinch Meet and Greet Moving to New Location at Universal’s Islands of Adventure for Christmas 2022

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The Grinch meet and greet will be in a different location on Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure this year. He previously met guests at All The Books You Can Read. During a recent trip, we noticed the windows of Honk Honkers were covered from the inside. We asked a Team Member about it … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 10/25/22 (Pteranodon Flyers Ride-Through, Christmas Decorations in Hogsmeade, Holiday Turkey Sandwich, and More)

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Greetings from another beautiful autumn night at the Universal Orlando Resort. We’ve been spending a lot of time at Halloween Horror Nights, but tonight we’re playing at Islands of Adventure instead. Let’s check out what’s new since our last visit. In CityWalk, Cinnabon now has their logo on the umbrellas outside. We’re very tempted to … Read more

Holiday Decor Arrives at Universal’s Islands of Adventure Seuss Landing

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On our visit to Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, we found Whoville was all decked out for the holidays. Come with us as we take a stroll around and discover all the beautiful decorations. With a large red banner that reads “Merry, Merry” and a green garland with multi-color ornaments and silver trumpets, … Read more

Grinchmas and Holiday Decorations Appear at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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While Universal Studios Florida is still in the height of Halloween Horror Nights, Universal’s Islands of Adventures have begun to deck the halls with holiday decor. Garland lines the canopy of the front entrance to the park. A large wreath with blue and gold ornaments hangs above the Defotos Expedition Photography store. A few pieces … Read more

REVIEW: Passholder-Exclusive ‘Willy Wallo Lasso’ Vegan Chicken Alfredo at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Universal Orlando Resort is hosting Passholder Appreciation Days through September 30, 2022. The celebration includes exclusive merchandise and food items. In Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Passholders can get the vegan Willy Wallo Lasso dish from Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous. Willy Wallo Lasso – $16.99 This vegan Fettucine alfredo includes “chick’n” and a … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 6/22/22 (Long Lines, Monsters Café Banners Removed, E.T. 40th Anniversary Decorations, and More)

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Greetings from another hot day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. The temperatures are rising as we get into summer, but the crowds just keep coming. Let’s see what’s new around Universal Studios Florida this afternoon. Some of the banners have been removed on one side of the building that once housed Universal Studios’ Classic … Read more

REVIEW: Carnitas Tots are an Excellent New Addition to Green Eggs and Ham in Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Green Eggs and Ham is an iconic snack location in Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The menu has gotten an update recently, removing the Brisket Philly Tots and replacing them with Carnitas Tots. The Vegan Pizza Tots have also been permanently added to the menu. You can check out our review of the … Read more