The resort’s first theme park, Universal Studios Florida, opened to the public in 1990 and offers an array of attractions based on famous movies. For many years, it offered little more than a day trip for visitors to the larger, more popular Walt Disney World. Universal’s first attempt to transform the resort into a multi-day destination came with the debut of the Islands of Adventure park in 1999, but real success came with the opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in 2010.
Wicked, the movie based on the acclaimed long running musical hit theaters last month and the world is in love. The musical, which serves as a prequel to the events of the Wizard of Oz, has a rich lore, beloved characters, enchanting visuals, and timeless music that could provide an immersive new theme park experience…
It is important for guests visiting Universal Orlando Resort to know which rides and attractions are closed for refurbishment or for another reason to avoid disappointment. It can be difficult to keep up to date with the changing schedules so we are collating the current list of refurbishments planned for Universal Orlando Resort during December…
As the calendar flips to 2025, thrill-seekers have plenty to be excited about. From towering drops to record-breaking speeds and innovative designs, next year promises to deliver some exciting new roller coasters. Whether you’re a fan of heart-pounding launches, mind-bending inversions, or immersive theming, there’s something for everyone on the horizon. Buckle up as we…
When planning a vacation to Orlando, many travelers debate between visiting Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando Resort. Both options provide exclusive accommodation that allows guests added benefits including proximity, early park entry, and transportation. It can be difficult to determine which option has better value, especially when it comes to these accommodations. This is…
Theme parks are a place of fun and excitement for thousands of traveling families every day. Children and adults alike flock to these popular spots for leisure and relaxation and for the most part, that’s what they get—but even a near-perfect vacation can have its scary moments even outside of October! For most, any average…
Universal Orlando Resort’s innovative and extraordinary new theme park, Epic Universe is finally opening on May 22, 2025. This new theme park will feature five lands including Super Nintendo World™, Dark Universe, How to Train Your Dragon- Isle of Berk, Celestial Park, and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™- Ministry of Magic™. Fans will be…
With the popularity of Universal’s annual Halloween Horror Nights event growing each year, the park is always finding new ways to up the scares and bring guests back to experience what’s new from last time. From year to year, some things remain the same. Halloween Horror Nights 33 follows the typical pattern of 10 haunted…
Forget birthdays. Forget anniversaries. Forget Christmas. For horror aficionados, there’s nothing like Halloween Horror Nights. Nearly every year since 1991, Universal Orlando has transformed into a premier event that – even three decades later – still leads in a rapidly-expanding industry. Harnessing all might of Universal’s in-house creatives, storytellers, scenic designers, and owned & licensed…
With immersive themed lands becoming the norm in popular theme parks, discussions have surfaced about some of the IPs that would make the best additions to park rosters. With Harry Potter, Star Wars, Avatar, and Marvel comics receiving their own themed areas, as well as the interest of park goers in these places, there is…
As the summer sun sets on another thrilling season for theme park enthusiasts, the excitement is just beginning to build for next year. Recently, theme parks from across North America have unleashed a wave of new coaster announcements that promise to bring record-breaking thrills and fun to 2025. From record-breaking heights and heart-stopping inversions to…
