After a limited-time New Year’s event featuring Universal’s World-Famous Studio Tour, Minecraft has announced a new Universal Studios Experience DLC is now available. Minecraft x Universal Studios Experience DLC The trailer for the DLC features blocky re-creations of Universal Studios rides both current and extinct, including Jurassic World – The Ride, Back to the Future: … Read more
The first trailer to the highly-anticipated musical film, “Wicked,” defied gravity, debuting during the 2024 Super Bowl. Starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, the Universal film, “Wicked” will hit theaters November 27, 2024, but is only part one of the story. Part two is currently set to be released in late … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood announced new Pass Member Bonus Benefits coming next month. A new magnet, secret menu items, and a scavenger hunt will be available to passholders from February 1 through March 13, 2024. Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Member Bonus Benefits Pass Member Scavenger Hunt Beginning on February 1, Pass Members can download the Pass … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that its Universal Legacy Store in Universal CityWalk Orlando will be closing its doors, as well as the timing of the closure, according to ClickOrlando. Universal Legacy Store Closing at CityWalk This store, located in the heart of CityWalk, has been a fan-favorite since it opened, housing props from extinct … Read more
Team Members from departments across Universal’s Aventura Hotel went head-to-head in this year’s Gingerbread House Decorating contest. We stopped by to look at all of the entries. Team Member Gingerbread House Decorating Contest All of the houses were put on display for guests to not only view, but also vote on. A ballot box on … Read more
It looks like we might be adding Universal Studios Great Britain to the list of future vacation destinations! After public records indicated Universal Destinations & Experiences acquired land in Bedford, England, Universal confirmed they are considering building a theme park in the area, per Bedford Independent and Orlando ParkStop. There have been rumors of a … Read more
If you find yourself bringing your Coca-Cola Freestyle cup or a water bottle into Universal Orlando Resort and struggling to hold it all day, we’ve spotted a new drink carrier that will help you stay hands-free. We found it for sale at one of the merchandise kiosks in Universal CityWalk. Universal Globe Drink Carrier— $16 … Read more
If you can’t decide if you’d rather spend the new year at home playing Minecraft than dealing with crowds at Universal Studios Hollywood this holiday season, don’t miss your chance to enjoy the best of both worlds with the Universal New Year’s Celebration virtual event coming to Minecraft. Universal New Year’s Celebration Virtual Event The … Read more
The holidays are taking over the menus of our favorite Universal Studios Hollywood restaurants, and the Tis The Season Milkshake makes us wish the holidays lasted all year long. Tis The Season Special Holiday Milkshake — $17 Vanilla ice cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, caramel, whipped topping, holiday sprinkles, buttercream frosting, white chocolate, gingerbread cookie In … Read more
At today’s media event for the Donkey Kong Country expansion of Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan, attendees got a first look at the new Donkey Kong-themed Power-Up Bands that will be available for purchase. Donkey Kong Power-Up Bands There will be two options to choose from: one for Donkey Kong with an orange … Read more
Universal Destinations & Experiences has unveiled more details for the new Universal Rewards Plus Visa Signature Card, including theme park perks. Applications are now open for the card. Universal Rewards Plus Visa Signature Card The Universal Rewards Plus Visa Signature card comes with a $99 annual fee. Cardholders can choose from a “Despicable Me,” “Jurassic Park” or … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the return of EVE, a multi-hour New Year’s Eve celebration that will allow guests to ring in the new year at the park. Universal Studios Hollywood posted confirmation of the party’s return on their official X account on November 30 before sharing additional details about the event on their website. … Read more
Universal Studios is in the early stages of re-launching one of its most lucrative intellectual properties, as Deadline has reported that the company has commenced early development on a new “Bourne” film. The outlet states that the studio is “in negotiations” with “All Quiet On The Western Front” filmmaker Edward Berger to helm and direct … Read more
A new collection of holiday merchandise featuring Earl the Squirrel and his (as of now) unnamed female companion debuted at Universal’s Islands of Adventure on October 19, the same day that Universal Orlando Resort announced their 2023 holiday offerings. We found all of this new merchandise at the Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe, located near … Read more
Even though the Halloween season isn’t quite over, Universal Studios Hollywood is already gearing up for the festive season. Today, they announced the event dates for the annual Holidays event. Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood The announcement was shared on the park’s official Instagram account, with this year’s tagline, “You Do Yule.” This year’s event … Read more
We spotted two new Mold-a-Rama figures in the Halloween Horror Nights 32 Tribute Store, one featuring The Mummy and one that makes The Bride of Frankenstein. The Mummy Mold-a-Rama The Mummy Mold-a-Rama machine has a comic-style scene on the machine’s display. There’s a small window with the character the machine will make inside. The words … Read more