Universal Orlando is expanding its collection of “Harry Potter” plushes. “Cutie”-style versions of Harry, Hermione, and Luna were already available. Now, you can get a “Dobby the House Elf” plush. We found this item at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. “Cuties”-style Dobby the House Elf Plush-$20 Dobby wears his tea cozy. Will the new … Read more
Guests at Universal Orlando Resort looking to take home magic mementos of their trip to Diagon Alley and beyond have many new choices. Hogwarts House Keychains – $16.00 Each house has its colors, mascot, and name included along the front. The house mascots can detach somewhat from the keychain frame. Noble Collection Hedwig Plush – … Read more
The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen at Universal Orlando’s CityWalk is known for its ostentatious sweets, especially the milkshakes. While the classic milkshake menu is great, we especially love trying their seasonal shakes and had to stop in for the Black Sesame Spider Shake. Black Sesame Spider Shake – $16 Black sesame soft … Read more
A “Minions” Loungefly backpack has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort, featuring three of the adorable yellow creatures. We found the new bag in the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. “Minions” Loungefly Backpack – $82 The bag has two zippered pockets on the front plus the main pocket. Each pocket has a Minion on the front, … Read more
Universal Orlando is celebrating Annual Passholder Appreciation Days in many ways, including Passholder-exclusive menu items all around the resort. Today, we stopped by Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food, found on the second level of CityWalk, to try the Poc Chuc. Antojitos offers two levels of indoor dining as well as outdoor dining. UOAP Appreciation Days Exclusive … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has issued a statement regarding the latest recommendations from Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and the Centers for Disease Control and Protection. Masks are required indoors for all Team Members, and guests will be encouraged to wear a mask indoors. However, the policy has not officially changed, allowing vaccinated guests to go … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has announced another change to their COVID-19 safety policies and will now require Team Members to wear masks indoors onstage regardless of vaccination status starting Saturday, July 31. This aligns with the recommendations from Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and the Centers for Disease Control and Protection. Until now, vaccinated Team Members … Read more
The Tokyo 2020 Olympics have kicked off, and in addition to themed food and beverage offerings, you can join the celebrations with new pins and a T-shirt at Universal Orlando Resort. We found the new items at the merchandise kiosk in CityWalk. Team USA T-Shirt – $30 Team USA Pins – $11 United States Olympic … Read more
While visiting the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk in Universal Orlando today, we found this awesome new “Jurassic World” mug — check it out! “Jurassic World” T-Rex Mug — $25 The mug itself is the head of a T-Rex with its menacing teeth and yellow eyes clearly visible. The handle is the gate archway into … Read more
While perusing the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk, we found several new pieces of Deathly Hallows themed merchandise from Harry Potter. Let’s check it out! “Harry Potter” Deathly Hallows Coin Purse — $18 This coin purse features a triangular fold that collapses to show the sign of the Deathly Hallows. You can see the button snaps … Read more
The Fusion Bistro Sushi & Sake Bar food kiosk closed permanently at the end of April earlier this year. Since then the location has remained empty, and no plans have been officially announced for a replacement. Universal has only confirmed that it will be another quick-service option. Today we noticed new art and decor put … Read more
Following Walt Disney World Resort’s announcement that they would be removing temperature checks from theme parks and resorts, Universal Orlando Resort is following suit. Universal Orlando Team Members confirmed that the temperature check stations will be removed from the parking garages and hotels at Universal Orlando Resort effective tomorrow, May 6th. The Orange County Health … Read more
The new Universal Studios Store opened on April 1st at Universal Orlando Resort’s CityWalk with a plethora of new merchandise — as well as a peek at some Jurassic World VelociCoaster ride footage! We took a closer look at their wall of graphic tees and wanted to show you what the store has to offer. … Read more
Despite construction not being quite complete on the building’s exterior, the new Universal Studios Store opened today at Universal Orlando Resort’s CityWalk. Watch our video tour of the store below and then read on for photos. Some of the decorative lighting has not been installed on the exterior. According to concept art, the blue section … Read more
Whether you love Jurassic Park or just want the coaster credit, anticipation for the Jurassic World VelociCoaster is high as we approach its vague opening date of ‘Summer 2021’. Show off your excitement with this sleek cap. You can find it at the new Universal Legacy Store at CityWalk. VelociCoaster Ball Cap – $26 The … Read more
The Universal Studios Legacy Store in CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort opened this morning with a big surprise. The store is packed to the brim with even more props, concept models, team member costumes and more than before. There are displays dedicated to attractions old and new, with music from the attractions playing in the … Read more
