Tribute Store, Jungle Cruise, and New Coasters: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (August 23 – 29)
Here’s what you need to know for the week of August 23 – 29. 1. Tribute Store, of course The Tribute Store opened on August … Read more
Halloween in Full Swing, Dufftoberfest on Tap, and Genie in Our Phones: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (August 16 – 22, 2021)
1. Halloween Horror Nights Keeps Growing I know it’s the top story each week, but we are just so excited for the return of Halloween … Read more
Everything Coming to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights 2021
2020 was always meant to be something of an unusual year for Halloween Horror Nights, given that it marked the hallowed event’s 30th anniversary, but … Read more
The Wicked Growth: Realm of the Pumpkin announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
The latest original haunted house at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights is Wicked Growth, starring the Pumpkin Lord.
Halloween Horror Nights 2021: Live shows REVEALED
In keeping with the rest of this year’s Halloween Horror Nights “announcement season,” Universal has decided to go ahead and pull the trigger on its … Read more
SCarey: Horror in the Heartland announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Welcome to sCarey, Ohio, where the horror in the Heartland resides! It’s the latest original house for HHN 2021.
Case Files Unearthed: Legendary Truth announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
After a lengthy absence, the fan-favorite Legendary Truth is returning to Universal’s premier Halloween event!
Revenge of the Tooth Fairy announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Universal’s twisted Tooth Fairy is coming back to Halloween at Universal Orlando Resort for the second time in a row!
Halloween Horror Nights 2021: Every Scare Zone REVEALED
It’s been an unusual season for Halloween Horror Nights so far this year, to put it mildly, with the continued fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic … Read more
Icons at Horror Nights, Pirates at SeaWorld, and New Merch at Disney: Your weekly theme-park recap (August 2 – 8)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of August 2. 1. HHN Icons: Captured announced for Halloween Horror Nights … Read more
HHN Icons: Captured announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Prepare to relive 30 years of HHN scares and treats! 2021’s anniversary haunted house is packed with tons of nostaglic horror.
Countdown to Halloween Horror Nights, Howl-O-Scream Tampa, and Disney Updates: Your weekly theme-park recap (July 26 – August 1, 2021)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of July 26. 1. 33 days from 30 We are just about … Read more
What You Need to Know About Bringing an Electric Car to Universal Orlando
Electric vehicles are becoming more popular everyday. So what do you do if you drive an electric vehicle and you’re heading to Universal Orlando? Parking … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights Developments, Howl-O-Scream Announcements, and a Hotel Teaser: Your weekly theme-park recap (July 19 – 25, 2021)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of July 19. 1. The countdown to Halloween (and Halloween Horror Nights) … Read more
Universal Orlando’s 5 Best “Bang for Your Buck” Snacks
You may have already come across our article covering Universal Orlando’s best snacks. If you haven’t read it, you absolutely should, as it’s a fine … Read more
Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
The reimagined Monster’s mate is coming back to Halloween at Universal Orlando Resort for the second time in a row!
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
To help celebrate Halloween Horror Nights’s 30th anniversary, the legendary horror classic returns once more to Universal Orlando’s event.
Haunting of Hill House, Flavors of Florida, and SeaWorld’s New Shows: Your weekly theme-park recap (July 5 – 11, 2021)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of July 5. 1. Haunting of Hill House announced Finally – another … Read more
The Haunting of Hill House announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Netflix’s signature horror anthology series is making its debut at Universal Orlando’s signature annual event.
Fireworks, runDisney, Parades, and Holidays Set to Return: Your weekly theme-park recap (June 28-July 4, 2021)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of June 28. 1. “Happily Ever After,” after all The long-awaited return … Read more
“Happily Ever After” Returns to Walt Disney World
Last night, in the thick but comforting humid air that exists only in a Florida summer, Walt Disney World Florida returned a fireworks and light … Read more
Nighttime Lights returns to Hogwarts
Announcement! In another sweeping declaration that things are getting back to normal, Universal Studios Florida has announced The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle will come … Read more
Jack is back at HHN, fireworks are back at Disney, and Universal’s new buns: Your weekly theme-park recap (June 14-20, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Top 5 pressed-penny machines at Universal Orlando
From Marvel superheroes to long-lost Universal rides to a VelociCoaster opening design, here are your best bets for collecting pennies.
Bend the Bao at Universal CityWalk REVEALED
Fusion Bistro Sushi & Sake Bar’s replacement has just been unveiled, and it’s a doozy: bao buns are coming to Universal Orlando!
VelociCoaster’s opening, CityWalk’s new venue, and Universal’s birthday: Your weekly theme-park recap (June 7-13, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Where to camp and find cabins near Disney and Universal
Primitive campsites, tiny homes, RV resorts, even glamping – Orlando has it all, surrounded by Florida’s beautiful nature.
Jurassic World Tribute Store and DreamWorks Destination open, no face masks at Universal, and the Olympics arrive in Orlando: Your weekly theme-park recap (May 24-30, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Inside the Jurassic World Tribute Store
The first-ever summer Tribute Store at Universal Orlando features impressive theming, Easter eggs, and delicious treats.
Jurassic World VelociCoaster’s hidden Easter eggs
Get to know more about Universal Orlando’s newest roller coaster with our list of Easter eggs found throughout the ride.
Universal’s newest attraction, SeaWorld’s epic summer, and Disney World’s 50th anniversary: Your weekly theme-park recap (May 17-23, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
VelociCoaster day vs. night, changing COVID guidelines, and a Universal hotel reopening: Your weekly theme-park recap (May 10-16, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Vacation home rental: My family’s favorite way to enjoy our visits to Orlando
Why your dream Orlando vacation just may be at a vacation home (or vacation-home resort) as opposed to at a hotel.
VelociCoaster soft-opens, Disney’s new Halloween party, and Universal’s new summer food: Your weekly theme-park recap (May 3-9, 2021)
Want to get this newsletter directly in your inbox? Sign up for the email version here. Here’s what you need to know in the world … Read more
REVIEW: New summer bites and beverages at Universal Studios Florida
As spring rolls into summer at Universal Orlando Resort, Mardi Gras festivities have drawn to a close – but the culinary celebration lives on! As … Read more
Jurassic World VelociCoaster’s soft-openings BEGIN
It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for: our very first chance to ride Universal Orlando’s biggest ride ever!
Universal Orlando’s new summer food REVEALED
Carrying on the success of its popular Mardi Gras event, Universal has just announced a first-ever summer food push for 2021.
Jurassic World Tribute Store at Universal Orlando REVEALED
The latest Tribute Store is dedicated to Jurassic World – just in time for VelociCoaster’s arrival! Learn all the evolutionary details.
VelociCoaster previews, CityWalk gets another closure, and unusual Universal Beijing eateries: Your weekly theme-park recap (April 26-May 2, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
REVIEW: Jurassic World VelociCoaster
After over two years of watching this attraction evolve from a freshly constructed hatchling to a towering, breathtaking beast, the day has finally come for … Read more
Universal CityWalk Beijing REVEALED
Our overview of some highly intriguing restaurants and stores, along with a next-gen movie theater and a financial services branch.
The amazing hotels of Universal Studios Beijing
The themes, family suites, dining options, and amenities of Universal Beijing Resort’s two spectacular hotels.
Universal Orlando’s roller coasters: What are the differences?
We break down each of Universal Orlando’s six roller coasters, letting you know what to expect in terms of story and thrills.
VelociCoaster’s story and opening date and EPCOT’s new flagship store: Your weekly theme-park recap (April 5-11, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Jurassic World VelociCoaster’s story REVEALED
Everything we know about the roller coaster’s story, from its queue to its ride experience, including a couple of surprises.
Jurassic World VelociCoaster’s opening date REVEALED
Universal Orlando Resort’s newest, biggest roller coaster will officially welcome riders into its raptor paddock this June!
The treats of Universal Orlando, from A to Z
26 sweet and savory treats at Universal Orlando Resort for all 26 letters of the alphabet, ranging from the classics to some surprises.
Universal Studios Store opens, new VelociCoaster footage, and trying EVERY Voodoo Doughnut: Your weekly theme-park recap (Mar. 29-Apr. 4, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Inside the new Universal Legacy Store
Take a tour of the new Universal Orlando Resort store that is a must-do shopping stop and a must-visit historical trip.
Inside the new Universal Studios Store
Universal Orlando Resort’s new flagship retail experience fits the description in every way possible. Here’s what you need to know.