For three decades, Halloween Horror Nights has terrified guests at Universal Orlando, and a new Annual Passholder exclusive t-shirt pays tributes to the icons that scare up a good time. The black t-shirt, part of the “30 Years 30 Fears” collection, features four icons from the event’s history: Jack the Clown (aka Jack Schmidt) from … Read more
Universal Parks & Resorts has revealed just how powerful the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been. According to Spectrum News 13‘s Ashley Carter, Comcast, Universal’s parent company, reported that Parks & Resorts experienced a 94% loss in revenue during the second quarter of 2020. Altogether, the theme parks earned $87 million, a massive … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has pulled several items from its Halloween Horror Nights “30 Years 30 Fears” collection over an incorrect date misprinted on the merchandise. The items pulled were all themed to “Fright Nights,” the original name of the Halloween Horror Nights event. The year on the merchandise was listed as 1990, however, Fright Nights … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights fans were met with a terrifying sight when Universal Orlando Resort’s online shop crashed following the release of the “30 Years 30 Fears” merchandise collection. We managed to grab some screenshots of the collection in a brief moment of availability, showing that the collection features t-shirts, socks, shot glasses, pins, and posters … Read more
Seasonal Passholders are getting more chances to enjoy the summer at Universal Orlando’s theme parks. With the parks recently reopening to guests, blockout dates through the month of July have been lifted for Seasonal Passes at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Now, even more Annual Passholder restrictions have been lifted, with Power … Read more
We always stop into Voodoo Doughnut at CityWalk in Universal Orlando, even if it’s just for a quick whiff of the smell of fried dough to wake up our senses. While on our last visit, we spotted a little pink sign above the rotating display case advertising an apple pie doughnut, topped with red, white, … Read more
As new cases of COVID-19 approach 10,000, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stated today that the state can keep businesses open while also controlling the spread of the virus. If guidelines are followed, like wearing masks, Gov. DeSantis and experts on the matter say the virus can be contained despite ballooning cases in Florida and other … Read more
As the start of term draws closer for students returning to Hogwarts, students are reminded that they are allowed to bring an owl, a toad, and a cat. However, that doesn’t mean that we can’t browse through the Magical Menagerie at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley and take a peek at … Read more
Take a close-up look at what goes into—and oozes out of—some of Hollywood’s strangest creatures. In this outrageous live show you’ll watch how top make-up and special effects artists craft some of the creepy characters you’ve seen on the big screen. Featuring movie clips, props, and interactive demonstrations, this experience offers fascinatingly funny insight into … Read more
What a time to be a Universal Orlando Annual Passholder. There are so many benefits around the park, from free Coca-Cola Freestyle cups with food mobile order to the UOAP magnets and buttons, we’re really off to a great summer. If you’re looking for yet another benefit to being a passholder, be sure to stop … Read more
Seasonal Passholders are getting more chances to enjoy the summer at Universal Orlando’s theme parks. With the parks recently reopening to guests, blockout dates through the month of July have been lifted for Seasonal Passes at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Currently, December 19th through the 31st are the only blocked out … Read more
The all new Jurassic Park “Velocicoaster” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure has been steadily continuing on with construction now that the parks have reopened up. This currently unnamed coaster has been under construction since last year, and we’ve been constantly checking out what progress has been made. Amid the beams and cranes, we can still … Read more
As you may be aware, earlier this week, we ditched our Mickey ear hats for neon Universal Studios 30th Anniversary bucket hats for the reopening of Universal Orlando, which is currently taking place a full month before the start of Walt Disney World’s phased reopening. That being said, we’re delving into all of the new … Read more
As we eagerly await the arrival of ‘The Bourne Stuntacular,’ which has now been delayed in opening with no new date announced when the show will open in Universal Studios Florida, we’re at least able to satisfy our need for thrills with this all-new merchandise! Bourne Stuntacular Fleece Hoodie to Backpack – $65.00 Bourne Stuntacular … Read more
We checked in at the Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites earlier today and before we head into the parks tomorrow, we decided to relax at the Sand Bar with a few drinks! The bar is set up for guests to still enjoy their drinks while practicing social distancing measures. Signs are … Read more
With Universal Orlando officially reopen to the public today, and with Walt Disney World Theme Parks still being closed for another month, you might be considering becoming a Universal Orlando Annual Passholder. If that’s the case, Universal is offering a bunch of new perks for Annual Passholders, as a “welcome back” to the parks! Available … Read more