4 biggest unsolvable problems of Halloween Horror Nights
In case this point were in doubt previously, the record-breaking performance of Halloween Horror Nights 25 has made it beyond official: Universal’s insanely popular annual … Read more
Universal Orlando October 2015 trip report
My visit to Universal Orlando Resort started out with a few glitches but ended up being a great day. Arriving at the Universal parking toll booths, … Read more
The most unique theme park wedding in history
Think you’ve seen everything that can be done at a theme park? Think again. On Back to the Future day, October 21, 2015 (y’know, when … Read more
Race through New York starring Jimmy Fallon coming in 2017
The host of America’s number 1 late-night talk show is getting his own ride at Universal Orlando. Read on to learn the details. Coming to … Read more
3 reasons Universal Orlando is more magical after dark
If you’ve never visited a theme park after dark, then you are truly missing out on an entirely different experience than you receive in the … Read more
Top 5 delectable desserts at NBC Sports Grill & Brew
Last week, NBC Sports Grill & Brew held its grand opening red carpet event. Never shying away from the tough work at Orlando Informer, I was … Read more
Top 5 mouthwatering options at NBC Sports Grill & Brew
If more than 100 beers and a more-than-120-foot-wide HD stadium screen wasn’t overwhelming enough, NBC Sports Grill & Brew‘s menu holds more than 75 items … Read more
Daughtry performing at Universal Orlando?
Update Oct 11, 11pm: The concert has been removed from the band’s website. We’re still awaiting a comment from Universal. American Idol season five contestant … Read more
Disney vs. Universal: Annual passes
Disney raised the price of its annual passes this past week (for the second time this year, incidentally), and the resulting flurry of activity and … Read more
4 Things You Need to Know about F&F: Supercharged
You are reading an article tagged as a rumor. Read our note from the editor to learn about rumors shared on Orlando Informer. Fast & … Read more
Why Cabana Bay Beach Resort is the best family resort in Orlando
From the moment you pull up to Cabana Bay Beach Resort, you feel like you have just stepped out of a DeLorean into the 1950s. … Read more
September 2015 Universal Orlando Resort Trip Report
This month I visited Universal Orlando Resort solo without my family. Visiting the park by myself doesn’t happen often but it enables me to do … Read more
4 HUGE updates from Universal – September 2015
September wasn’t quite the month that August was, with all its absolutely huge announcements, but it still managed to pack its own fair number of … Read more
3 best (and most unusual) replacements for Toon Lagoon
Universal Studios Florida has, for the past four summers, been awash in a constant stream of construction projects that were designed to spruce up the … Read more
HHN 25 original houses: Complete guide
It’s Halloween Horror Nights’s 25th anniversary, and to celebrate, Universal is throwing a giant party – the biggest event in its history, filled with some … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights 25: Full Review
Anyone who listens to our weekly Orlando Informer Podcast knows that Halloween Horror Nights is my favorite time of the year at Universal Orlando. There … Read more
Jurassic Park: 4 things we’d like to see
Disney has taken some serious hits from Universal recently, but the Mouse has just thrown down the gauntlet by announcing two major expansions to Hollywood … Read more
4 most ridiculous Universal Orlando rumors
You are reading an article tagged as a rumor. Read our note from the editor to learn about rumors shared on Orlando Informer. We love … Read more
Remembering September 11th and its impact on Orlando’s theme parks
Security at Universal Orlando’s main entrance. Today is the 14th anniversary of September 11, 2001, a day that many of us remember with great sadness. … Read more
7 biggest future attractions at Universal Orlando
You are reading an article tagged as a rumor. Read our note from the editor to learn about rumors shared on Orlando Informer. All the … Read more
Are you a “weekend warrior?” Go to Universal.
Weekend Warriors and Day Trippers If you’re a Floridian especially, or live anywhere within an easy trip to Orlando, you may be like my family… … Read more
Special delivery from Universal Orlando
This Friday, a specially marked package from Universal Orlando arrived. Upon opening the package, we discovered a wooden box complete with a large black bow. … Read more
Steven Spielberg’s new theme park rides – including Jaws and Back to the Future?
You are reading an article tagged as a rumor. Read our note from the editor to learn about rumors shared on Orlando Informer. Before Universal … Read more
Here’s how to prepare for Halloween Horror Nights 25
The great reveal has dropped and we now (officially) know Halloween Horror Nights 25’s full lineup of attractions, including five haunted houses based around film … Read more
5 unique hotel room choices for families at Universal
Make your vacation even more extraordinary! These rooms all have something unique to offer beyond the standard hotel room that will make your family’s vacation … Read more
Nintendo & Nintendon’t: What will (and won’t) come to Nintendoland, part 2
If you missed my analysis of some of Nintendo’s top properties, you can check it out here. This time, let’s take a look at some … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights 25: On-Site Hotels Sellouts
After the full lineup being revealed, Universal’s on-site hotels are already selling out on many Halloween Horror Nights 25 event dates. We’ve compiled the availability … Read more
Cabana Bay Expansion Confirmed
Today, Universal Orlando shared that Cabana Bay Beach Resort is expanding with two new towers for a total of 400 new rooms. Cabana Bay, which … Read more
What to Watch Before You Visit Universal Studios
When you visit a destination themed almost entirely around a film studio as old as Universal Studios, you can expect to see sets, props, and … Read more
Universal August 2015 Trip Report
My family and I recently visited Universal Studios Florida (USF) and Islands of Adventure (IOA). We spent two afternoons experiencing the thrills, adventures and summer … Read more
4 HUGE updates from Universal – August 2015
While it can be said that basically any month is a big one for Universal Orlando – the resort is, after all, adding several new … Read more
Horror Nights 25 REVEALED
25 years have led to this… Universal Orlando has revealed the full details for Halloween Horror Nights 25. Orlando Informer is proud to provide our … Read more
Universal’s next must-do experience is…
You are reading an article tagged as a rumor. UPDATE: Universal Orlando has announced Toothsome Chocolate Emporium! Learn the details here. On August 16, NBA … Read more
Fast & Furious racing to Universal in 2017
Universal has announced today that one of the most popular film franchises of all time will be coming to Universal Orlando in the form of … Read more
Six Hidden Photo Opportunities at Universal Orlando
Let’s dive in and explore a few of the overlooked photo opportunities hiding throughout Universal Studios. 6. Milhouse Location: Springfield, on a bench attached to … Read more
EXCLUSIVE: Universal’s possible next big partner
You are reading an article tagged as a rumor. Read our note from the editor to learn about rumors shared on Orlando Informer. Universal … Read more
5 things Universal can learn from Disney
In a previous OI Blog post I shared 5 things that Disney could learn from Universal. It’s only fair that I turn the tables. After … Read more
Purge Confirmed for Horror Nights 25
Universal has announced The Purge will be returning to Halloween Horror Nights 25 in the form of a haunted house. Here’s what Universal has to … Read more
Incredible Hulk Coaster overhaul confirmed
There’s still time to HULK SMASH before the extended refurb. Universal Orlando confirmed on their blog that The Incredible Hulk Coaster will indeed be undergoing … Read more
4 videogames Universal NEEDS for its next park
You are reading an article tagged as a rumor. Read our note from the editor to learn about rumors shared on Orlando Informer. You’ve heard … Read more
Six hidden photo ops at Islands of Adventure
Everyone has had their picture taken in front of Hogwarts, near the T-Rex, or with Marmaduke. But there are plenty more nifty photo opportunities if … Read more
Top 5 romantic restaurants at Universal Orlando
You can find romantic restaurants pretty much anywhere, so what makes the locales at Universal Orlando special? Well these five eateries share a common theme: … Read more
Character Experiences at Disney & Universal: present and future
Guests visiting Walt Disney World often return home with stories recounting a magical meeting with Mickey or Cinderella, sometimes even stating that this character interaction … Read more
10 steps to enjoy your summer vacation at Universal
Many guests who visit Universal Orlando Resort have little choice regarding the time of year they can visit Orlando and must do so in the … Read more
4 ways to stop and smell the raptors
Obviously there is a lot to do at Universal Orlando Resort. With two amazing parks, Citywalk, and four world-class hotels on site, there’s so much … Read more
RUMOR SPOTLIGHT: Is Nintendo Universal’s third park?
Have you heard about Universal Orlando Resort’s third theme park? Yeah, we have, too, ever since the company first had plans for it (oh, and … Read more
Six Vintage Universal Commercials You HAVE to See
Universal just premiered their latest extended advertisement, and it is awesome. The commercial hits all the right beats: “We have two theme parks, an entertainment … Read more
Top 5 reasons to get excited for Sapphire Falls Resort
Universal Orlando Resort’s array of on-site hotels is about to get a fifth entry in the form of Sapphire Falls Resort, which, it was just … Read more
Nintendo & Nintendon’t: What Will (and Won’t) Come to Nintendoland
There are a few things to keep in mind when examining the possibilities. First, the deal has to benefit both Nintendo and Universal. This means … Read more
5 things Disney should learn from Universal
It all started with Disney. Were it not for Disneyland, theme parks as we know them would not be. For so many fans and guests, … Read more