Universal Orlando

Be the first to know more about Epic Universe by signing up for email updates! Yesterday, Universal went ahead and did what all of us … Read more

The future of Universal Orlando Resort has never looked brighter: Universal has today revealed that it will be building a third theme park, called Epic … Read more

Universal throws several big parties over the course of the year at its Orlando resort, and these special celebrations are some of the most fun … Read more

Growing up in Orlando, it was apparent to me from a very early age that Universal Studios Florida was a theme park you graduated into. … Read more

While most of the crowds at Universal Orlando Resort are treating themselves to all of the sweets, fried foods, and large portions they can get … Read more

By this point, we feel like we’ve been in the Forbidden Forest with Rubeus Hagrid for forever now – we’ve pored over the concept art, … Read more

The last time we checked in on Bigfire, Universal Orlando Resort’s newest gastronomical addition, the venue had just been announced; now, two months later, Universal … Read more

Although CityWalk – that giant collection of restaurants, night clubs, stores, and entertainment options – might have arrived first, it’s actually with Islands of Adventure … Read more

Be the first to know about any future announcements by signing up for email updates! Orlando Informer got the chance to check out Hagrid’s Magical … Read more

The City Beautiful basically exists in a summer season for seemingly three-quarters of the year. During what’s actually the “summer,” it can get a bit … Read more

On May 8, 2018, word unexpectedly arrived that Emeril’s Orlando, that long-standing anchor of CityWalk, would be permanently closing up shop on July 7. Speculation immediately … Read more

There are four Universal theme-park locations around the world (for now, at least – an absolutely-mammoth Beijing resort is currently being built, with it already … Read more

Why would anyone go to Universal Orlando Resort and not do the rides? It’s a fair question, but, truth be told, this is how my husband … Read more

Be the first to know about any future announcements by signing up for email updates! First, Universal unveiled Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure’s setting. Then … Read more

Be the first to know about when the Dark Arts show opens in Orlando by signing up for email updates! Inserting a projection-mapping show in The … Read more

One of the new imperatives that Comcast installed when it became the owner of NBCUniversal in 2011 is rather well known: open at least one … Read more

Among the many diverse options across Universal Orlando Resort property, Jake’s American Bar at Royal Pacific Resort is one of my favorite restaurants. This location is … Read more

Be the first to know about any future announcements by signing up for email updates! For Harry Potter (and Universal Orlando Resort) fans, July 24, 2017 is … Read more

It’s time for a little update on what is shaping up to be one of the single biggest projects that Universal Parks and Resorts has … Read more

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Everyone is aware of the preconception that theme parks are geared towards kids. Sure, it’s true – there’s plenty of evidence validating children as every … Read more

One of the many perks of staying at a Universal Orlando hotel is the chance to enjoy the amenities at its first six resorts, no … Read more

Universal knows the value of not just a great vacation, but also loosening up and having a good time with your family and friends. Being … Read more

One of the age-old questions for theme parkers who are familiar with both coasts (or multiple global locations) is, “Does this park have what that park also has?” … Read more

When you’re a (relatively) big, thriving theme-park resort like Universal Orlando is, one that receives hundreds of millions of dollars each and every year in … Read more

It’s happened to the best of us. We plan a trip to the theme parks, take to counting down to the big day, and as … Read more

Growing up in the Orlando area, the theme parks were the backyard of my childhood. This allowed not only for a very involved fandom and … Read more

Picture the scene: you’ve been playing and adventuring at Universal Orlando Resprt all day. You’ve ridden your favorite roller coaster, met your favorite character, and … Read more

Nothing beats the thrill of starting your vacation. You’ve saved for months or years to visit that perfect destination. You’ve planned every moment down to … Read more

This time last year, Universal Japan made waves when it announced that its new 2018 attraction would not only be state-of-the-art, but also Harry Potter-infused: … Read more

The holidays are fast approaching. Vacation budgets are beginning to compete with turkey budgets, Christmas lists, and the cost of flying across the country to … Read more

Two years ago, upon the release of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them – the first of the new Harry Potter prequel/spin-off film series – we sketched … Read more

Loews Hotels, the company that manages all of Universal Orlando Resort’s various on-site hotels, started to experiment just a few years ago with two items … Read more

Universal Orlando is a thrilling themed destination, comprised of three wonderful parks that are filled with attractions and entertainment for people of all ages. With … Read more

Known for its thrills and adventure, Universal Orlando Resort is the perfect place to start the greatest adventure of your life! Whether you love to … Read more

When planning a trip to Universal Orlando, one of the main concerns is, “How do I get around?” Universal actually makes this a breeze by … Read more

On July 24, 2017, Universal made an announcement that was widely expected but which was nonetheless sad to many a Wizarding World of Harry Potter … Read more

It’s a common story. It’s a beautiful day, and you and your family have finally made it to Universal Orlando Resort. You are eagerly making … Read more