Previously available at Universal Studios Japan, a Tim the Bear popcorn bucket is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found the bucket at Universal Studios Florida in the Universal Studios Store. Tim the Bear Popcorn Bucket – $29.99 Tim the Bear is the snuggly companion to Bob the Minion. The bear’s head is a … Read more
Jaws Sipper Jaws 50th Anniversary Merchandise The “Jaws” 50th Anniversary Sipper is now available at locations around Universal Studios Orlando Resort selling “Jaws 50” merchandise. We found the sipper at the Universal Studios Store in Universal Studios Florida. Jaws Sipper – $24 The sipper features the “Jaws 50” wordmark on an air tank which is … Read more
Outlines of Stardust Racers and The Chronos from Epic Universe have been added to a new Universal Orlando Graphic while Rip Ride Rockit is no longer represented. Volcano Bay, Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Epic Universe are all represented on the new signage above ticket kiosks at Universal Orlando Resort. A new addition … Read more
It appears that Dragon Racer’s Rally in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe will not offer Express Pass. Epic Universe Express Pass Although unlisted in previous Epic universe Express Pass lists, Dragon Racer’s Rally did have Express Pass signage when the park first opened for previews. However, earlier this week, … Read more
A new Amity Island-inspired T-shirt is available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found the tee at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Visit Amity Island T-Shirt- $37 The new shirt is white with navy blue sleeves. A map of Amity Island is located in the center of the tee. The graphic features many Amity Island … Read more
A new Raptor Bites snack kiosk has been built behind construction walls in Jurassic Park at Universal Islands of Adventure. Raptor Bites Kiosk In our previous report, we theorized that the reason for the construction walls added to Jurassic Park was routine maintenance. However, a new snack kiosk named Raptor Bites has now been constructed. … Read more
Lotus Lagoon is the poolside bar at the new Universal Helios Grand Hotel, serving frozen cocktails, cold beers, and refreshing fountain drinks along with snacks and appetizers. We’ve compiled the full menu and reviewed some of the unique items. Menu Starters Salads Handhelds Served with choice of French fries, sweet potato fries, side farmer’s salad, … Read more
Epic Universe previews for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders begin tomorrow, and four more dates have already sold out. Epic Universe Annual Passholder Previews Just last week, Universal Orlando Resort announced Annual Passholder previews for Epic Universe. As of Thursday, April 10, the preview date for May 3 had already sold out. Now, four more preview … Read more
We were able to check out the Epic Universe Portals Tour on its first stop in Atlanta, Georgia. Recently, Universal announced an Epic Universe Portals Tour, said to include a “glimpse of the adventures that await in the immersive new theme park.” Universal stated that the highlight of the tour is this 30-foot-tall replica of the … Read more
Construction continues to progress on the “Jaws” bathroom at Universal Studios Florida, with what appear to be new furring strips added to the facade. “Jaws” Bathroom Construction In our last update on the construction, we observed that the window frames and gutters had been removed and some plywood had been revealed on the facade. Crews … Read more
One date for Universal Annual Passholders to preview Epic Universe has already sold out. Epic Universe Annual Passholder Previews Universal Orlando Resort announced Annual Passholder previews for Epic Universe earlier this week. Passholder preview dates will take place from April 17 to May 8, 2025. Previews will have a limited capacity and are not guaranteed. … Read more
Dining reservations for Flora Taverna and Bar Helios at Universal Helios Grand Hotel are open once again. Universal Helios Grand Hotel Dining Reservations Those who are interested in dining at Helios Grand Hotel can now book dining reservations at either of the two restaurants located at the hotel. Reservations were previously available for a short … Read more
The previous ban on capturing photos at Epic Universe has now been lifted. In a post on the Universal Orlando Team Member Instagram account, it has been announced that Team Members can now take their own photos and videos at Epic Universe. The post reads: “Nothing beats the magic of experiencing Universal Epic Universe for … Read more
A new Hello Kitty bucket hat is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found the hat for sale at Toon Extra in Universal Islands of Adventure. Hello Kitty Bucket Hat – $30 The fluffy white bucket hat features Hello Kitty. Her facial features, including her eyes, nose, and whiskers, are embroidered onto the front … Read more
Some construction walls surrounding the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk Orlando have been removed as expansion work continues. Universal Studios Store Construction As construction work continues on the expansion of the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk, a few of the construction walls have been removed. In our last update, more colorful paint was added to … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has shared a first look at the Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience coming to Epic Universe. Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience At the Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience, Dr. Pretorius’ old lab has been converted into a parlor. The experience located in Dark Universe allows guests to “become fashionably monstrous” while skilled artists transform them … Read more