Howdy! Today was a beautiful sunny day in Universal Orlando. There were walls removed from CityWalk construction, Mardi Gras merchandise was on super sale, and more fun finds throughout the parks. Parking Garage “Enhancements” Starting Soon Before starting my Universal Orlando day, I was greeted by this unpleasant clapboard. Granted, this should not affect my … Read more
The time for more crazy rumors has arrived, as a new post from HHNightmares on X has revealed a new speculation map for Halloween Horror Nights 34 at Universal Orlando Resort. Orlando Halloween Horror Nights Speculation Map 🚨Happy Spec Map Night!🚨 Here is V1 of our @HorrorNightsORL #HHN34 and @HorrorNights #HHN2025 Speculation Maps! Remember things … Read more
Heya from Universal Orlando! Today started with nothing but “Wicked.” I then found the new 2024 collector’s wand in Hogsmeade, and Christmas decor has moved into Islands of Adventure. King Kong Lot I started my day early in the King Kong lot of Universal’s parking garage. Parking here before the parks open is usually a … Read more
There have been ”Wicked” green changes to the exterior of what used to be the Hello Kitty store in Universal Studios Florida. Hello Kitty Store Recently Universal has announced new offerings inspired by the film adaptation of “Wicked” are coming to both Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. At Universal Orlando Resort we are … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has released hours for the rest of 2024, and Universal Volcano Bay will only be open five days per week beginning in October. Volcano Bay Seasonal Schedule Beginning October 30, Universal Volcano Bay will be closed at least two days per week, either Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday, as the water park begins a … Read more
Progress is being made every day for Halloween Horror Nights 33 at Universal Orlando Resort, and we recently spotted some more towers, trusses, and speakers throughout the park. Halloween Horror Nights 33 Preparation There are more scaffolding towers and lighting structures located in the San Francisco area of the park. A large setup is near … Read more
Do we see Sneetches on those beaches? Yes, we do! The Sneetches have finally returned to ‘Sneetch Beach’ in Seuss Landing at Universal Islands of Adventure. Sneetches Return to Sneetch Beach Back in February 2022, the Sneetches unexpectedly disappeared from the waters surrounding Sneetch Beach. Today, over two and half years later, they can be … Read more
New “Sing” headbands featuring Rosita and Buster Moon are now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found these new items in Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. Buster Moon Headband – $22 This fluffy gray and blue headband depicts the face and large ears of Buster Moon. Buster’s blue eyes and black nose are situated in … Read more
Welcome to the slow season! January tends to be a slower month at the Universal Orlando Resort, which often leads to operational changes at the parks. After the holidays, park hours tend to be shortened, but Universal Studios Florida has now made a major change to their opening: large areas of the park and several … Read more
A huge inflatable Gwen Mallard, one of the main protagonists in the upcoming Illumination animated film “Migration,” now towers over guests from the lagoon at Universal Studios Florida. A “Migration” photo op has also been erected nearby. Inflatable Gwen Mallard at Universal Studios Florida Gwen Mallard has landed on a newly-constructed platform in the park’s … Read more
Wand personalization will be available beginning April 15 with a wand engraving at either Ollivanders Wand Shop in Diagon Alley or Dervish and Banges in Hogsmeade at Universal Orlando Resort. Pricing information has not yet been made available. Wand Engraving at Universal Orlando Resort Guests can choose to have the engraving done on a new … Read more
A new structure has been installed in the former location of Chomp Hot Dogs in Marvel Super Hero Island at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. This new booth has been recently set up in Marvel Super Hero Island at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in the previous location of Chomp Hot Dogs, and the Fruit Stand. In … Read more
Fans of Earl the Squirrel rejoice! On a visit to Universal Orlando Resort, we found a new Earl the Squirrel plush, ornament, and tumbler at Universal CityWalk Orlando. Earl the Squirrel Plush – $17.00 This plush of Earl the Squirrel is ready to find the perfect Christmas tree for this holiday season. He is covered … Read more
How can an ugly Christmas sweater be ugly and adorable at the same time? When it’s an Earl the Squirrel Spirit Jersey! Okay, it’s not quite a sweater, but it’s perfect for Florida winters. “Merry and Nutty” Earl the Squirrel Spirit Jersey – $75.00 Look what we found at Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe at Universal’s … Read more
Today the Florida Department of Agriculture’s quarterly MOU Exempt Facilities Report came out and shows six separate incidents that recently happened at the Universal Orlando Resort. According to the report, one incident was reported in August and September, while four were reported this past July. On July 17, 2022, a 51-year-old male reported chest pains … Read more
Aside from the scares, there are a few staples of Halloween Horror Nights. Fried PP&J, pizza fries, and of course, twisted taters. This year Halloween Horror Nights 31 returns with the classic twisted tater, along with two variations we’re dying to try. Menu for Twisted Taters at Halloween Horror Nights 31 Food: Twisted Tater – … Read more