Universal Studios’ Classic Monsters Cafe Has Closed
It’s aliiiiiiive no more! Another beloved classic in Production Central at Universal Studios Florida is closing its doors. This time, it’s not an attraction. Universal … Read more
Jurassic World VelociCoaster vs. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure: Which is Really the Best?
It’s hard to believe we are rapidly approaching the one-year anniversary of Jurassic World VelociCoaster’s official opening. Since June 2021, a debate like no other … Read more
The Complete History of Earl the Squirrel at Universal Studios
We dig deep into the nutty story behind Universal’s furry, Holiday friend- Earl!
Fast Forward to Guardians of the Galaxy Opening, Vegan Witches Rejoice, and SeaWorld’s Seven Seas: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (April 11 – 17, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for April 11, 2022. 1. Guardians of the Galaxy Launching May 27 Disney has announced new … Read more
Staff Picks: All-time Best Houses at Halloween Horror Nights
Halloween Horror Nights 2022 is just around the corner, with tickets already on sale and dates listed for fall. This season, guests can enjoy this … Read more
Hugs for Mickey Mouse, EPCOT Announcements, and Curtain Call for Mardi Gras: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (March 28 – April 3, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of March 28: 1. Disney Hugs are Back After more than two full … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights Confirmed, Guardians Closer to Opening, and Perfect Date Nights: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (March 20 – 27, 2022)
1. Halloween Horror Nights Confirmed for 2022 Mark your calendars! Halloween Horror Nights 2022 will return on September 2 and run select nights through October 31. … Read more
Poseidon’s Fury Open, TRON on Track, and Wild Festivals: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (March 13 – 20, 2022)
1. Universal Orlando Resort Opens First Official Quiet Room This week, Universal Orlando Resort officially opened their first quiet room. This updated space is available … Read more
The Ultimate Ravenclaw Guide to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Back in what feels like centuries ago, I was sorted into Ravenclaw by Pottermore. I’d wanted Gryffindor, but the more I researched and learned, the … Read more
The Ultimate Hufflepuff Guide to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
As the more loyal, hardworking, fair, and patient witches and wizards of the Wizarding World, we Hufflepuffs tend to see life through our own yellow-colored … Read more
The Ultimate Slytherin Guide to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Always found yourself to be the most ambitious, cunning, and resourceful member of your friend group? You might just be a Slytherin. While only the … Read more
First Look: New Quiet Room at Universal Studios Florida
Today, Universal Orlando Resort opened their first designated Quiet Room, a space where guests can enjoy a “safe, quiet, low-stimulation” environment to take a sensory … Read more
Poseidon’s Fury NOW OPEN at Universal’s Islands of Adventure
After nearly two years since it closed its doors, Poseidon’s Fury has reopened at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Nestled between Seuss Landing and Hogsmeade, the … Read more
Iron Gwazi Launches, TRON Ready to Test, and Super Nintendo World Coming to America: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (March 6 – 13, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of March 6. 1. Iron Gwazi Launches Iron Gwazi opened at Busch … Read more
Flower & Garden Festival, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Hagrid’s Return to Early Park Admission: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (February 27 – March 5, 2022)
1. EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival kicks off springtime in Orlando. From now through July 4, guests can … Read more
Star Wars Hotel, Festival of Fantasy, and Seven Seas Food Festival: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (February 20 – 27, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need for the week of February 20. 1. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser The star of the show this week … Read more
Mask Mandate Updates, Ice Breaker Opens, and Disney’s Designing Neighborhoods: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (Feb 13 – 19, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of February 13. 1. Mask Mandates Changing With all the recent changes in … Read more
Pet Owners and Theme Parks: How To Enjoy Your Vacation Without Worrying Over Your Best Friend
One of the best parts about having a pet is taking them on family adventures — and that includes theme park vacations. While there are … Read more
Top 5 Places to Propose at Universal Orlando Resort
Getting engaged can be one of the most memorable events of your life, but it shouldn’t be the most stressful! You’ve got enough on your … Read more
Review: Trying Everything at Universal’s Mardi Gras 2022
It’s officially Carnival Season in New Orleans, Louisiana, which means it’s time to celebrate Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida! Did you know Universal’s Mardi … Read more
Keys to the Kingdom, Mardi Gras Kickoff, and Seven Seas Food Festival: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 30 – February 6, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of January 30. 1. Key Experiences Return to Disney World After nearly two … Read more
A First Look Inside the 2022 Mardi Gras Tribute Store
The 2022 Mardi Gras Tribute Store is the third iteration of its kind at Universal Orlando Resort, but this themed, immersive shop has become a … Read more
The Ultimate Gryffindor Guide to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
While The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has so much to offer for any wizards or Muggles looking for some fun, we all know that … Read more
ALL THINGS NEW! Disney Entertainment Revealed, Toothsome Grand Opening, and Monsters Tribute Store Shocks: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 24 – 30, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for January 24, 2022 1. Seven Seas Food Festival Menus and Concert Lineup Revealed SeaWorld Orlando … Read more
We’re Flying 1,000 Miles For…A Milkshake We Could Get in Orlando?
Philadelphia is known for having one of the richest histories in the United States, and it recently became richer in another sense with the opening … Read more
NEW Tribute Store Revealed! Universal Monsters: A Tribute to the Creatures of the Night at Universal Studios Florida
Another Tribute Store has officially opened at Universal Studios Florida. While the Mardi Gras Tribute Store doesn’t open to the public until next Friday, guests … Read more
5 Must-Know Theme Park Tips From Locals
We all know vacation planning can be tough, but there are plenty of tips from locals that can help make it just a little easier. … Read more
A New Tribute Store, Mardi Gras Updates, and Iron Gwazi Officially Opening: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 17 – 23, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of January 17 – 23. 1. A New Tribute Store…of Sorts Construction walls … Read more
Mardi Gras Concerts, EPCOT’s Festivals, and a Minion Takeover: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 10 – 16, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for January 10 – 16. 1. Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras 2022 Concert Lineup Announced This … Read more
Everything Coming to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando in 2022 and Beyond
2021 is so last year, and I think I can speak for many of us when I say I’m looking forward to 2022 and all … Read more
The Best and Worst Times to go to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando in 2022 and 2023
There’s nothing worse than meticulously planning out a family vacation and allowing the excitement and anticipation to build only to arrive at your destination and … Read more
New Coasters, Ride Closures, and Festival Food Revealed: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 1 – 9)
1. The Ice Has Broken After delays, SeaWorld Orlando officially announced that their newest roller coaster, Ice Breaker, will open on February 18, 2022. Located … Read more
New Year Updates: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap
HAPPY NEW YEAR, EVERYONE! We hope you all had a wonderful and restorative holiday season full of good food, family visits, and plenty of fun! … Read more
End of the Year Updates: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap
The Orlando Informer family extends sincere and warm holiday wishes to you all. As 2021 comes to a close, we reflect on the value of … Read more
Coffee Locations at Universal Orlando Resort
It hits. That moment when the day’s fast pace has caught up with you and the world has suddenly hit the slow motion button. A … Read more
A Tribute to Earl the Squirrel, Celebrities Coming to EPCOT, and SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (November 8 – 14)
1. A Tribute to Earl the Squirrel The star of the show this week was the opening of the 2021 Holiday Tribute Store in Universal … Read more
Holiday Announcements at Universal, SeaWorld Celebrates Christmas, and Disney’s Latest Merch: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (November 1 – 7)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for November 1 – 7. 1. Mannheim Steamroller Rolls Back into the Holidays Universal Orlando Resort … Read more
Holidays in Hogsmeade, runDisney Returns, and Sightings at SeaWorld: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (October 25 – 31)
1. Holidays in Hogsmeade As Halloween is on its way out, the Holidays at Hogwarts are back in Hogsmeade. Lights, ornaments, and garlands can be … Read more
REVIEW: Harbor Nights at Loews Portofino Bay
A cool waterfront breeze. Savory ciabatta sandwiches. Live opera. A wide assortment of wines. Sound like an evening on the Italian Riviera? Close. It’s an … Read more
HHN Curtain Call, Disney Genie Debut, and Holidays on Deck: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (October 18 – 14)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of October 18 – 24. 1. It’s Not Goodbye, It’s See You Later … Read more
Vegan and Vegetarian Options at Halloween Horror Nights
We all know that Halloween Horror Nights is full of frights and fun, but it’s also full of food! Whatever your taste, this annual event … Read more
Shrek Sadness, Holiday Happiness, and Meeting the Mouse: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (October 4 – 10)
1. Who’s cutting onions? Two beloved attractions will close in January 2022 — one permanently, and one for maintenance. Shrek 4D will close its doors … Read more
Shrek 4D closing in January 2022
Shrek 4D at Universal Studios Florida will close on January 10, 2022 after an 18-year career, during which it welcomed millions of visitors. Shrek’s Ye … Read more
Disney Domination: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (September 27 – October 3)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of September 27– October 3. 1. The Most Magical Place on Earth The … Read more
Frankenstein Foods, Space Selections, and a Plethora of Pageantries: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (September 20 – 26)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of September 20 – 26. 1. Eat, Drink, and Be Scary Now that … Read more
Top 6 Food and Drinks at Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Over its three decade legacy, Halloween Horror Nights has built a hallowed tradition for seasonal scares sure to give even the bravest of us a … Read more
Velvet Sessions, Howl-O-Scream, and Finding Nemo: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (September 13 – 19)
Here’s the theme park news you need to know for the week of September 13 – 19. 1. Great Fall Date Nights at Universal Orlando … Read more
Our Thoughts on HHN, Sultry Sirens, and a Rat Race: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (September 6 – 12)
Here’s the theme park news you need to know for the week of September 6 – 12. 1. Halloween Horror Nights: a Review This week, … Read more
HHN Premier, Universal Beijing, and Disney Annual Passes: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (August 30 – September 5)
Here’s what you need to know for the week of August 30 – September 5. 1. Halloween Horror Nights Premieres The moment we’ve all been … Read more
REVIEW: Halloween Horror Nights 2021
It’s here: after 30 years and 30 fears, Halloween Horror Nights 2021 delivers for newcomers and die-hards alike. It goes without saying that a lot … Read more