REVIEW: Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Souvenir Tiki Cup Now Available with Special Nublar Libre Drink at Universal Islands of Adventure

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A new Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary tiki cup has arrived at The Watering Hole at Islands of Adventure. Today, we bought it and tried their new Nublar Libre drink. Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Tiki Cup with Nublar Libre Drink – $17.50 Chairman’s Reserved Spiced Rum, Lime and Grapefruit Juices, Vanilla Bean, Passion Fruit Purée, Cinnamon … Read more

New ‘Jurassic World’ Indoraptor Plush Roars Into Universal Orlando Resort

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A new “Jurassic World” Indoraptor plush has clawed its way into Universal Orlando Resort. We first found it at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Indoraptor Plush – $30 This raptor is black with streaks of white and yellow. It has several spikes on its back and its head. There are scale details on the fabric. … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic World “Blue” Funko POP! Loungefly Backpack Stalks into Universal Studios Hollywood

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Jurassic World’s most popular velociraptor has been immortalized in a new Loungefly backpack now available at Universal Studios Hollywood. Blue, one of the many dinosaurs seen on Jurassic World: The Ride, is the subject of the latest Loungefly release at the park. The front features Blue, with teeth exposed, along with raptor claws sticking out … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Baby Velociraptors Hatching Once Again in Jurassic Park Discovery Center at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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After a lengthy closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, dinosaur geneticists have returned to the Discovery Center in Jurassic Park at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. And with the return of the geneticists, they can once again get back to work bringing dinosaurs to life for Jurassic Park. A baby velociraptor hatched for the first time … Read more

PHOTOS: New Jurassic World Dinosaur Plush Stomp into Universal Orlando Resort

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Life finds a way, and these cute little dinosaur plush will also find a way… into your heart. We found this new collection of adorable dinos at the Universal Studios Store locations in CityWalk and Universal Studios Florida. “Blue” Velociraptor — $17 T. rex — $17 Stegosaurus — $17 Nasutoceratops— $17 The Nasutoceratops is an … Read more

PHOTOS: New Jurassic World “Blue” Pillow Pet Stomps Into Universal Orlando Resort

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The latest Jurassic World merchandise to stomp into Universal Orlando Resort is an adorable Pillow Pet of Blue the Velociraptor. Jurassic World Blue Pillow Pet – $35 Blue’s signature blue stripe markings run down both sides. Blue has tags sewn into her legs for both Jurassic World and Pillow Pets. To take Blue home with … Read more

Learn More About the Raptors of Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Universal Orlando Resort has shared more about the velociraptors of Jurassic World VelociCoaster, including behind-the-scenes information. The storyline of VelociCoaster takes place before the first Jurassic World film, with the coaster being Claire Dearing’s answer to the demand for more excitement. This is the first time the velociraptors are on public display, giving guests an … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Meet Bravo at Raptor Encounter in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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A new raptor has joined the pack at Jurassic Park in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Guests can now meet fully-grown raptor Bravo at the Raptor Encounter, where she will be alternating with Blue. A Jurassic Park Team Member introduces guests visiting the Raptor Encounter to Bravo. Once Bravo is calm, guests can take photos with … Read more

PHOTOS: VelociCoaster Lockers Replace Exhibits in Jurassic Park Discovery Center Ahead of Opening at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Island of Adventure is quickly gearing up for its opening this year. Our latest update saw mist effects turned on around the attraction. Today we spotted some new lockers at the Jurassic Park Discovery Center which will serve guests riding the brand new coaster. Take a closer look down below: … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 3/10/21 (Unwrapped Raptors, Updates at the Jurassic Park Discovery Center, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Closed for Maintenance, Peek-A-Boo’s House Covered, Universal Rock Crystal Candy, and More)

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It’s another busy day here at the Universal Orlando Resort! The weather is beautiful and we’re ready to start our day over at Islands of Adventure. The Wizarding World is always packed, especially first thing in the morning. If you’re visiting soon, make sure you have the Universal Orlando app to reserve a Virtual Line … 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: Annual Passholder Exclusive Jurassic World VelociCoaster T-Shirt Now Available at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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With the finishing touches being put in place for the imminent opening of Universal’s Islands of Adventure’s newest species of roller coaster this summer, a Universal Orlando Annual Passholder-exclusive Jurassic World: VelociCoaster T-shirt has arrived at the theme park. Annual Passholder-Exclusive Jurassic World: VelociCoaster Graphic T-Shirt – $25.00 The tee features a tropical graphic stating … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 2/10/21 (Jurassic Park Getting Refreshed, Work on the Incredible Hulk Coaster, Mardi Gras Fun, and More)

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Welcome to another exciting day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. We started our day over at Islands of Adventure and noticed that techs were working on the Incredible Hulk Coaster. The Incredible Hulk Coaster had some issues and did not open with the rest of the park. It was interesting to see the water … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 1/24/21 (Four New Raptors Added to Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Mardi Gras Food Tents Set Up, Loaded Nachos in KidZone, and More)

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It’s a rainy Saturday here at the Universal Orlando Resort. Grab your poncho and umbrella and let’s jump in and see what’s new around the parks. As we arrived to Universal Studios Florida, we spotted tents set up around the park in preparation for Mardi Gras. We can’t wait to try some of these food … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Mardi Gras and Velociraptor Face Masks Now Available at Universal Orlando Resort

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There are three new face masks available at Universal Orlando Resort celebrating two upcoming events: Mardi Gras and the opening of Jurassic World VelociCoaster. Universal Studios Florida Mardi Gras Mask – $8 The purple Mardi Gras mask has colorful beads and coins surrounding a Universal Studios Florida marquee. The straps and inside of the mask … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 1/15/21 (Unwrapped Raptors, Jurassic World VelociCoaster Testing, Low Crowds, and More)

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It’s a cold Friday morning here at the Universal Orlando Resort, but we’re ready to jump in and see all the latest updates around the parks. We really expected it to be a lot busier today, but we were pleasantly surprised by how quiet the parks were. We’re ready for a relaxing day around the … Read more