Hallmark is releasing a bunch of ornaments featuring properties that can be found in the Universal Studios parks, including “Harry Potter,” Nintendo, “Jurassic Park,” and more. The Grinch Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! “All I Need Is a Reindeer…” Ornament – $19.99 This ornament features the Grinch patting the head of his dog … Read more
Universal Studios Florida is preparing for a new nighttime lagoon show, expected to debut by the summer. Work has been happening both inside the lagoon and around it for the last few weeks. Let’s take a look at the latest progress. Nighttime Lagoon Show Construction Construction walls have been blocking off part of the park … Read more
Welcome to Skull Island: Reign of Kid. A guest visiting Universal Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort was spotted climbing to the top of the Skull Island: Reign of Kong attraction sign to pose for a photo. The entrance to the ride makes a great photo op, but one family took it to the … Read more
A guest with a confirmed case of measles visited Universal Studios Hollywood this March. Confirmed Case of Measles at Universal Studios Hollywood According to a news release from the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, a non-Los Angeles County native visited Universal Studios on March 20, 2024. The news release notes specific dining … Read more
We stopped by the new Power Up Cafe at Universal Studios Hollywood to try some of their incredibly themed snacks and drinks. Power Up Cafe is located on the Upper Lot and opened to celebrate the one year anniversary of Super Nintendo World. The menu offers unique items you won’t find inside the land, so … Read more
The World-Famous Studio Tour at Universal Studios Hollywood is getting ready to celebrate its 60th anniversary this spring. The trams for the Studio Tour are getting a makeover for the summer to look like the original Glamor Trams from the 1960s. Now, we have a first look at the new Glamor Tram popcorn bucket coming … Read more
While most of the dishes on the Toadstool Cafe menu are inspired by the heroes of Super Nintendo World, there is also a meal named after the land’s villain — Bowser’s Fireball Challenge. We decided we were up for the challenge and tried the meatball and mushroom meal during our most recent visit to Universal Studios … Read more
If you’re planning a trip to Universal Studios Hollywood, one of the best places to stay is the Sheraton Universal Hotel. Universal Studios Hollywood does not have hotels like Orlando, but one of the most convenient places to stay is the Sheraton Universal. The hotel is just a short walk from the park, or you … Read more
A new trademark may have just revealed the name for the upcoming Universal Studios Florida nighttime show. Universal Studios Florida Nighttime Show Title Potentially Trademarked First reported by Alicia Stella on X, a new Universal trademark application for the name “Cinesational: A Symphonic Spectacular” was filed on March 20, 2024. See Stella’s full Tweet with … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has a new merchandise collection featuring travel sticker designs representing different Universal Studios parks, lands, and attractions. Universal Studios Travel Sticker Merchandise We found the new collection in the Universal Studios Store at Universal CityWalk Orlando. Multi-Use Decal Sheet – $12 The actual stickers are available as removable decals on this sheet. … Read more
A new video has captured the roller coaster coming to Epic Universe, Starfall Racers, undergoing ride testing. Starfall Racers Testing at Epic Universe In the aerial footage captured by WESH 2, a vehicle can be seen testing on the yellow track (the dueling coaster also has a second, green track) with weighted test dummies on … Read more
A new Universal Rewards Center and Booth at Universal Studios Hollywood gives guests the chance to score unique perks. Universal Rewards Center The Universal Rewards Center, located at Universal CityWalk, next to Nectar Bath Treats, is a space for guests looking to sign up for one of two different Universal Rewards Visa Signature Cards. As … Read more
Construction is underway for the creation of the brand-new Fast & Furious roller coaster coming to Universal Studios Hollywood. Fast & Furious Roller Coaster Construction A sign is up on the construction walls around the work being done for the Fast & Furious coaster. Officially announced in July 2023, though rumored to be coming for … Read more
Illumination and Nintendo have announced that a new “Super Mario Bros.” movie is set for a 2026 release. In honor of Mario Day, which falls on March 10, as a play on “Mar10” appearing to spell out Mario, Nintendo and Illumination, the studio behind 2023’s “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” have announced a second film … Read more
The train for the Universal Epic Universe roller coaster, Starfall Racers, has been added to the track as the ride undergoes testing for the new park’s 2025 opening. X (Formerly Twitter) user, Bioreconstruct shared images of the Starfall Racers train parked on its track on Saturday, March 9, 2024. The train is in a brake … Read more
The upcoming Donkey Kong Country expansion in Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan has been added to the Power-Up Band map before the land’s opening. Donkey Kong Country Added to Power-Up Band Map X (formerly Twitter) user 123456789usj shared the below image of Donkey Kong Country added to the Power-Up Band map. The map, … Read more