PHOTOS: “If I Ran the Zoo” Sign Currently Painted Over at Universal’s Islands of Adventure as Play Area Undergoes Refurbishment

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Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure is currently home to a peculiar sight, but is it merely a fresh coat of paint or something more? Currently, the sign at the entrance of the “If I Ran the Zoo” playground has been painted over as the attraction undergoes refurbishment. In early March, Universal Parks & … Read more

BREAKING: Universal’s Islands of Adventure Has Reached Capacity For the Sixth Day in a Row

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Universal’s Islands of Adventure has reached capacity as of 10:25 AM today. This is the sixth day in a row the park has reached capacity. Though Universal Studios Florida is still open as of writing this, it will likely reach capacity in the next hour, as it has for almost an entire week. Guests can … Read more

BREAKING: Universal’s Islands of Adventure Has Reached Capacity For the Fourth Day in a Row

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Universal’s Islands of Adventure has reached capacity as of 11:30 AM today. As of writing, Universal Studios Florida remains open to new guests. Universal Orlando Resort theme parks have reached capacity multiple days this week thanks to spring break and holiday crowds. Universal’s Islands of Adventure reached capacity before 11:00 AM yesterday and Universal Studios … Read more

BREAKING: Universal’s Islands of Adventure Has Reached Capacity For the Third Day in a Row

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Universal’s Islands of Adventure has reached capacity as of 10:50 AM today. As of writing, Universal Studios Florida remains open to new guests. Universal Orlando Resort theme parks have reached capacity multiple days this week thanks to spring break and holiday crowds. Universal’s Islands of Adventure reached capacity around the same time yesterday morning. Guests … Read more

BREAKING: Universal’s Islands of Adventure Has Reached Capacity For the Second Day in a Row

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Universal’s Islands of Adventure has reached capacity as of 10:40 AM today. As of the writing of this article, Universal Studios Florida remains open to new guests. Universal Orlando Resort theme parks also reached capacity on Monday and Tuesday of this week. Universal’s Islands of Adventure reached capacity at approximately this same time yesterday morning … Read more

BREAKING: Universal’s Islands of Adventure Has Reached Capacity

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Universal’s Islands of Adventure has reached capacity as of 10:50 AM today. As of the writing of this article, Universal Studios Florida remains open to new guests. Universal Orlando Resort theme parks also reached capacity on Monday and Tuesday of this week. Guests can call the resort’s capacity hotline at 407-817-8317 for more updates. Keep … Read more

Reservation System Returns for Ollivander’s Wand Shop at Universal Studios Florida

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If you are in need of a new wand before returning to Hogwarts, you may need to plan ahead! Reservations are required once again for the interactive experience at Ollivander’s Wand Shop. With wait times ranging up to three hours, this is the best way to ensure guests can enjoy the experience at Universal Studios … Read more

REVIEW: Plant-Based Jackfruit Rice Bowl at Thunder Falls Terrace in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Plant-Based Jackfruit Rice Bowl at Thunder Falls Terrace in Universal's Islands of Adventure

Whether you’re on a plant-based diet or want a break from typical theme park fare, Thunder Falls Terrace is cooking up a dish featuring jackfruit. We went to the barbecue restaurant to see if this dish is a tasty, healthier alternative to the burgers and corn dogs around the parks. Though the restaurant is known … Read more

PHOTOS: VelociCoaster Decals Added to New Lockers in Jurassic Park Discovery Center at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

VelociCoaster Decals Added to New Lockers in Jurassic Park Discovery Center at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

After reporting on the new lockers at the Jurassic Park Discovery Center that will serve guests riding the soon-to-debut VelociCoaster, we saw today that the lockers received new decals in preparation of the attraction’s opening. These large, digital lockers that will utilize a guest’s park tickets to open just received the addition of decals, outfitting … Read more

BREAKING: Universal’s Islands of Adventure Reaches Capacity for Fourth Consecutive Day

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As the spring break crowds continue to visit Universal Orlando Resort, Universal’s Islands of Adventure has reached capacity for the fourth day in a row. Universal has warned Annual Passholders that the parks were likely to reach capacity during this busy week. Both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida have hit their maximum capacity on Monday, … Read more

BREAKING: Universal’s Islands of Adventure Reaches Capacity for Third Straight Day

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As the spring break crowds continue to visit Universal Orlando Resort, Universal’s Islands of Adventure has reached capacity for the third consecutive day. Universal has warned Annual Passholders that the parks were likely to reach capacity during this busy week. Both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida have hit their maximum capacity on both Monday and … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure Have Reached Capacity

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Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure have both reached capacity today as of 12:00 PM. It is unclear if they will reopen to all guests later today. This week marks spring break for many students and Universal Orlando Resort continues to celebrate Mardi Gras. A few days ago, Universal warned Annual Passholders that … Read more

PHOTOS: New Velociraptor Statues Installed On Walkway to Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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The raptors are coming… but at the Jurassic World VelociCoaster, they’re already here. A pair of velociraptor statues have been unveiled, marking the waterfront plaza entrance to the attraction at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Crews were on hand to oversee the unwrapping of the statues, which shows a pair of raptors ready to strike. The … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic Park Discovery Center Undergoes Repainting at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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While anticipation builds for the opening of the Jurassic World VelociCoaster, it seems that other areas of Jurassic Park are also getting some renewal at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The Jurassic Park Discovery Center is currently being repainted, refreshing its look before guests zoom by on the VelociCoaster track. A worker on a cherry picker … Read more

PHOTOS: Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls Closed for Refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls at Universal’s Islands of Adventure closed today for a refurbishment set to last about one month. As construction begins, the Toon Lagoon sign has been blocked off with construction walls stating that “set enhancement in progress”. Construction walls line both sides of the Toon Lagoon bridge. Only the highest accents of … Read more

PHOTOS: Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges Reopens from Refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure Following Fire

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On February 1st, Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges closed for refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. During the refurbishment, a small flash fire broke out at the attraction. However, the barges are now officially open for guests to enjoy. Though Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure both reached capacity today, the wait time for … Read more