A new tribute store dedicated to the Classic Monsters has been brought to life at Universal Studios Florida. While Revenge of the Mummy goes through a lengthy refurbishment, its exit gift shop (Sahara Traders) has been transformed. The front of the store is still very Mummy-themed, but each monster has its own area further inside. … Read more
The next Universal Orlando Resort theme park, Epic Universe, will “certainly” open by summer 2025, according to Jeff Shell, NBCUniversal CEO, on this morning’s Comcast earnings call. Like many theme park projects, Epic Universe was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Shell says the project is now “full steam ahead” and “construction is going really … Read more
If you’re ready to celebrate the return of the Hogwarts Express, you can go all-out with this new golden outfit, based on a Hogwarts Express ticket that we spotted at Universal Orlando Resort! Hogwarts Express Ticket Pants – $45 The pants feature an all over gold print inspired by a Hogwarts Express Ticket. The tickets … Read more
Some new apparel featuring Universal Classic Monsters is now available at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. These tees and the hoodie can be found in All Hallows Eve Boutique at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Creature from the Black Lagoon Hoodie – $90 This hoodie is black, with the Creature from the Black Lagoon pictured on the left … Read more
Hear ye, hear ye! As Lord Farquaad’s torture chamber is being cleaned out, we’ve started to see bits and pieces from the chamber appear in the Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop, like the preshow room podium and some of the accoutrements from the walls. The latest addition is this massive mirror, formerly home to the … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has reversed the decision to require unvaccinated Team Members to undergo weekly COVID-19 testing, which was initially announced on January 10. The policy was in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Emergency Temporary Standard. Team Members had until February 9 to be vaccinated or undergo weekly testing. The Supreme Court … Read more
Mardi Gras 2022 kicks off on February 5 at the Universal Orlando Resort and preparations have already started around the parks. Over at Islands of Adventure, the All Hallows Eve Boutique has been transformed into a dark and eerie voodoo boutique. This new store has maintained its creepy vibe and has successfully been themed around … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has announced that Volcano Bay will be closed tomorrow, January 16, through Tuesday, January 18, due to inclement weather. Temperatures in the Central Florida area are forecast in the mid-60s through Tuesday. However, Volcano Bay is closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays currently, so the park was not scheduled to open on January … Read more
Just before Christmas, a mother pushing a stroller was accused of stealing theme park admission at the Universal gate, according to court documents. Mary Anderson, 40, who lives in London, was charged with grand theft, a third-degree felony, after she was accused of not paying for nearly $1,000 worth of theme park tickets for herself … Read more
Mardi Gras is right around the corner and there’s plenty of beads, concerts, and food to look forward to at Universal Orlando. Last year, we ate and drank our way through multiple food booths at Universal Studios Florida with the assistance of the Tasting Lanyard. This year, the tasting lanyard will not be available, but … Read more
Police said a New Jersey man stole from a Universal Studios Florida gift shop last month. And he stole. And he stole. And he stole. And he stole … You get the idea. Ryan Walsh, 31, of Sewell, New Jersey, was arrested and charged with grand theft, a third-degree felony, according to court records. The … Read more
Revenge of the Mummy closed on January 7 at Universal Studios Florida for a lengthy refurbishment set to conclude sometime around late summer 2022. And with whispers about the changes that could come to the attraction’s queue and preshow, we figured we’d take a full journey through the queue to check out every single detail! … Read more
A new plush of E.T. at the Universal Studios Store in Universal Studios Florida may have you trying to phone home and talk about this adorable little guy! E.T. Plush in Basket – $35 This plush E.T. comes in two pieces, with the iconic character sitting in a basket. His characteristics have been compressed a … Read more
It’s the end of an era. Shrek 4-D has permanently closed at Universal Studios Florida. The attraction has had a long run since opening back in 2003, so it was no surprise that fans came out to experience the show one more time before closed permanently. We showed up for the final showing at the … Read more
In compliance with the recent Emergency Temporary Standard requiring employees of companies larger than 100 employees to implement a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy or to undergo weekly COVID-19 testing and wear a face covering while working, Universal Orlando Resort has announced that their policy regarding the resort’s Team Members will go into effect starting today, … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Weekly Recap for January 3 – January 9, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort Universal … Read more