The latest Jurassic World merchandise has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort in the form of a T. rex popcorn bucket. T. rex Popcorn Bucket – $34.99 As with all Universal Orlando popcorn buckets, the first fill is free (included in the price of the bucket) and then refills are available at a discounted rate. The … Read more
Walt Disney World has extended the bounceback offer that started last fall, water from “Frozen” attractions around the world was added to Frozen Ever After at Disneyland Paris, and Universal has teased a mystery one-day “Jaws” offering for Annual Passholders — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, June 19, 2025. Walt … Read more
Universal has updated the decorations of Jurassic Outfitters at Universal Islands of Adventure, adding new dinosaur figures, a control panel, a raft, and more props. The gift shop is at the exit of Jurassic Park River Adventure. Dinosaurs Invade Jurassic Outfitters At the main entrance of the store, a raptor now greets guests by the … Read more
Construction walls have gone up around the Honk Honkers facade in Seuss Landing at Universal Islands of Adventure. Seuss Landing Construction Walls The construction walls run from the Seuss Landing exit archway (on The Lost Continent side) to right underneath the nearby track of The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride. Signs on … Read more
Something special is happening at the Annual Passholder lounge in Universal Islands of Adventure for the Jaws 50th anniversary on Friday. Jaws 50th Anniversary Offering at Universal Studios Orlando Jaws 50th Anniversary More on the Jaws 50th Anniversary Jaws 50th Anniversary Offering at Universal Studios Orlando The Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders Instagram page teased … Read more
To celebrate the upcoming release of the live-action remake of “How to Train Your Dragon,” Universal Orlando Resort is holding a screening of the film exclusively for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders (UOAPs). Universal Hosting Passholder Screening of Live-Action ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ First announced on the Universal Orlando Annual Passholders Instagram account, this screening … Read more
A complimentary Toothless button is now available for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders, the second in the Epic Universe-themed series. UOAP Toothless Button Celebrating How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, one of the themed worlds of Epic Universe, this circular button features a close-up of Toothless’ face, highlighted by his bright green eyes. … Read more
Hagrid’s Adds Express Hagrid’s Express Pass Hagrid’s Motorbike Adventure Single Rider Line What is Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure? Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure POV Ride Video Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure in Universal Islands of Adventure is now part of Universal Express Pass, allowing guests who purchase the pass to skip the standard line. … Read more
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal Islands of Adventure will reportedly get Universal Express Pass access any day now. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Express Pass Earlier this year, WDWNT reported on the possibility of the “Harry Potter” attraction adding Universal Express Pass. The attraction has been primed for an Express Pass line since … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has announced that the Hogwarts Express will be temporarily closed for a quick refurbishment. Hogwarts Express Closed for Refurbishment According to the Universal Orlando Resort official website, the train will be closed from Tuesday, May 27, 2025 through Friday, May 30. It will reopen on Saturday, May 31. The closure is for … Read more
In honor of the live-action “How to Train Your Dragon” movie releasing in June and coinciding with the opening of Epic Universe including How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, an overlay inspired by the franchise has gone up in The Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure. How to Train Your Dragon … Read more
We’re back, bringing you along for the ride at Universal Orlando Resort. After our brief foray into Epic Universe, we’ve returned to see what’s happening at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. First things first, there’s pavement work going on in the security rotunda. Yesterday, it was more central, and today, it’s shifted. CityWalk … Read more
In a new statement from Universal, the designated smoking locations inside most of the Universal Orlando Resort parks will be removed, only leaving locations outside the park exits. Universal Removing Designated Smoking Areas After previously running the story as a rumor, a new statement sent out to Universal Team Members has confirmed that the designated … Read more
The newest complimentary UOAP magnet at Universal Orlando Resort celebrates 50 years of “Jaws.” Jaws UOAP Magnet The magnet is a rounded square with a red and white border around a watery background. “UOAP” is in the center. The “O” is an Amity Island life ring with a bite taken out of it and the … Read more
Several new props have been added to the Islands of Adventure Trading Company at Universal Orlando. Islands of Adventure Trading Company is an exploration-themed store that sells gifts, apparel, hats, jewelry, toys, and theme park merchandise along with newly added Epic Universe Merchandise. The store now has a new large prop display with an octopus emerging … Read more
Skull Island: Reign of Kong is now back to operating normally, as the doors leading to the outdoor section of the ride have finally been repaired at Universal Islands of Adventure. Skull Island: Reign of Kong Outdoor Section Repaired Skull Island: Reign of Kong opened in Universal Islands of Adventure in 2016. The ride involves … Read more