This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. For Orlando theme park fans, it’s hard to think of the last time something as exciting as the upcoming debut of Universal’s newest park, … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has been looking to cut costs and increase profits a lot lately and another price increase has quietly happened around the attractions. Universal Orlando has raised the prices for locker rentals at all of their attractions around the resort by $1. Prices Raised for Locker Rentals at Attractions Several attractions at the … Read more
After a reported technical issue over the weekend and several days of unplanned downtime, the Jurassic World VelociCoaster is up and running again at Universal Islands of Adventure. Jurassic World VelociCoaster Reopens Testing started yesterday, February 7, as Universal Orlando Resort attempted to resolve the issue, which sources say was a technical problem. Ride vehicles … Read more
Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal Islands of Adventure is closed for a third day in a row, after significant downtime this weekend, leading to growing concern from fans about the extended unexpected closure. Jurassic World VelociCoaster Technical Difficulties The Jurassic World-themed roller coaster has been closed for two full days now. According to an Inside … Read more
When you think of Universal Studios, there’s probably one single property you imagine more than any other — Jurassic Park! After all, the franchise is the only one of Universal’s properties to be represented at all five of their global destinations. So we thought it appropriate to take a closer look at each of these attractions … Read more
Welcome to an extremely busy Fat Tuesday here at the Universal Orlando Resort. The crowds are here, and so are we, so let’s get going and see what’s happening around the parks today. As we approached Islands of Adventure, we could see the signs notifying guests that Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will not be … Read more
The price of the Jurassic World VelociCoaster wooden train model available at Universal Orlando Resort has been increased by $50. The model was previously $150 but is now $200. The model comes in a wood-burned crate. When snapped together, the three-dimensional model is both a full coaster train and a strip of raised track. It … Read more
A new rumor suggests that Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure will start accepting Universal Express Pass soon. The popular roller coaster opened in June 2021 with standby and single rider queues. Many new Universal attractions have opened without the service, opting to add it later when the initial rush of guests has … Read more
The Jurassic World VelociCoaster wooden train model is back in stock at Universal Orlando Resort after being pulled from shelves because of an early release. Jurassic World VelociCoaster Wooden Train Model – $150 A fully assembled model is on display in the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. The model includes a full train and a … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Weekly Recap for June 13 – June 19, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort The … Read more
A new Jurassic World VelociCoaster wooden model is available at Universal Orlando Resort. The last model released was one train car, but this model is a full coaster train. VelociCoaster Wooden Train Model – $150 The model comes in a wooden crate, which is wrapped in plastic. A wood-burned image of the model is on … Read more
“The Making of Jurassic World VelociCoaster” documentary, first available for streaming Peacock, is now available for free on YouTube. Universal Orlando Resort shared a preview of the documentary on Twitter. Here’s the description of the doc: Get your first peek as Universal Orlando Resort’s team designs, builds, tests, and launches their newest attraction. This incredible … Read more
Theme park fans can get an inside look at how the newest attraction at Universal’s Islands of Adventure came together thanks to a new special streaming on Peacock. The Making of Jurassic World VelociCoaster is now available on the streaming service, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the attraction’s development. Universal Parks & Resorts Creative Director … Read more
There are a lot of exciting things to do at the Universal Orlando Resort, but we’re always looking to try something different. There are a few attractions around the parks that offer special “tours” around the queue. Team Members will point out hidden details and tell you some interesting facts as they guide you through … Read more
A new snap-together wooden model set of a Jurassic World VelociCoaster ride vehicle is now available at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. VelociCoaster Wooden Model – $40 When assembled, the model makes a ride vehicle which seems to hover, tilted forward. The base reads “VelociCoaster.” The very detailed model even includes lap bars and vehicle mechanics. … Read more
Welcome to a beautiful November day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. There’s a lot happening as we get ready for the Awesomest Celebration of the Season, so let’s get started and see what’s new today. Merry Grinchmas! Grinch merchandise has started to take over the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. This Feast Mode glass … Read more