Universal Destinations & Experiences filed a new trademark for the name “Isle of Curiosity.” Isle of Curiosity Universal filed the trademark on May 1 and it’s currently awaiting assignment. Though it includes a logo mark (above), Universal makes no claim to any particular font style, size, or color. The trademark covers the following offerings: Amusement … Read more
Upcoming leadership changes have been announced for Universal Studios Japan and will be effective starting on June 1, 2025. JL Bonnier JL Bonner is being promoted from his current position of Universal Studios Japan as President, CEO to the position of President, COO, Pacific Rim where he will oversee the teams and overall operations of … Read more
Hami-Kuma, a fan favorite icon of Japan’s version of Halloween Horror Nights may be coming to Hollywood and Orlando for HHN34 in 2025. According to Hallowed Out Horror (@hallowed_horror on X), Universal has filed trademarks for the bear to appear in the North American parks. Both Hollywood and Orlando are included in the filings. The … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood released their full event schedule for 2025, including the dates for Halloween Horror Nights. Universal Studios Hollywood 2025 Event Guide Universal Studios Hollywood has a slate of events lined up for 2025. Some of these include fan-favorite events such as Halloween Horror Nights and Grinchmas. See the full breakdown of events and … Read more
In a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the Bedford Borough Council and other local political leaders expressed their support of the potential Universal Studios Great Britain project. Universal Studios Great Britain Gains New Support “The project is a unique opportunity to promote the UK as a world-leading visitor destination and place for business investment,” … Read more
Comcast released its Q4 2023 earnings report revealing an increase in revenue for Universal theme parks, although lower revenue for Universal Orlando Resort. Comcast Q4 2023 Earnings Report The increase is 12.2 percent, from $2.11 billion to $2.37 billion. Comcast attributes the increase to Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood. The land soft-opened in … Read more
Comcast released its Q3 2023 earnings report on Thursday morning, reporting a successful quarter for Universal theme parks, with an EBITDA increase of 20 percent. Record-Breaking Earnings for Universal Theme Parks in Q3 2023 Theme park earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization were $983 million. Revenue was $2,418 million. The 20 percent increase in … Read more
Equity firms Investindustrial and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. are reportedly looking to sell PortAventura, a Spanish theme park once owned and operated by Universal. PortAventura on the Market According to CincoDías, Investindustrial and KKR are looking to sell their shares of PortAventura World for €1 billion. Investindustrial purchased 50% of the entertainment resort in … Read more