Universal Orlando

A live backup band, two levels of seating, and Karaoke Cocktails – everything you need to have a one-of-a-kind night at Universal.

The chase is on! On Sunday, June 14, The Bourne Stuntacular began technical rehearsals at Universal Studios Florida. Based on the Bourne franchise that stars Matt Damon … Read more

Across its 30-year lifespan, from June 7, 1990 to today, Universal Studios Florida has seen many changes that have transformed the would-be filmmaking hub into … Read more

Following an 80-day closure to the public, Universal Orlando Resort is once again open and ready to welcome back guests. It’s certainly been a long … Read more

With a little planning, you can be sure that your evening visit to the parks will be fulfilling – and filled with some beautiful views.

UPDATE (3:32 PM, 06.08): the club-level offerings at Hard Rock Hotel and Royal Pacific Resort have just reopened. We have more info below. – We’ve … Read more

Since March 12, we’ve been painstakingly following Universal’s plans regarding all of its resort – its three parks, seven hotels, and CityWalk dinning/shopping/entertainment complex – … Read more

At 4:00 pm (or so) on Thursday, May 14, Universal CityWalk Orlando reopened for the first time since March 17, enacting a raft of new … Read more

With so many changes and expansions on the horizon at Universal Orlando Resort, it gets one thinking a certain way. In this mindset, we start … Read more

It’s no question that the story of Harry Potter has cast an enchantment spell on the theme-park and entertainment industry ever since The Wizarding World of … Read more

Whether Universal Orlando is practically part of your DNA or you’re a new fan, it’s always a blast to learn more about a destination that … Read more

The year was 2000. We were all thanking our lucky stars to have miraculously survived Y2K, and Tom Cruise was about to ride high on … Read more

I’ve always considered my birthday to be one of the best days of the year, and I’m sure the majority of you reading this feel … Read more

Since bringing JK Rowling’s Butterbeer to fruition for guests’ enjoyment, Universal Orlando Resort has taken the lead in incorporating beverages to captivate yet another one … Read more

The number-one question Orlando locals likely receive (outside of, “Hey, do you know how to get discounted tickets to the parks?”) might be, “When is … Read more

When The Bourne Identity was released in theaters in 2002, it heralded a whole new era in action filmmaking, shifting the focus from big, over-the-top … Read more

It’s the oldest debate among any group of theme-park fans – what rides are the best? Being a geek who wears a few professional hats … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort is constantly evolving its attractions, experiences, and, most importantly (arguably), its desserts. These aren’t your average desserts, either – Universal dreams up … Read more

With great rides come great responsibility – the responsibility to stay properly sustained with food to dominate those rides at Universal Orlando Resort, that is. Luckily, … Read more

Romantics, this is your year. With Valentine’s Day falling on a Friday and Presidents’ Day the following Monday, it’s time for a long, luxurious weekend … Read more

From her humble beginnings of doing stand-up comedy, Ellen DeGeneres has established herself as a staple in entertainment via her former sitcom Ellen and current daytime … Read more

Revenge of the Mummy is an award-winning dark ride that is arguably one of the most popular attractions at Universal’s various theme parks. There are … Read more

We all have our favorite lodgings when visiting Universal Orlando. Especially when speaking about the resort’s hotels, it’s safe to say that each has its … Read more

Under my more theme park-oriented hat, I’m often asked by Universal Orlando Resort guests if it’s worth visiting Universal Studios Hollywood, and my answer is yes, … Read more

Transformers: The Ride – 3D is one of Universal’s most popular attractions, garnering enough fame over the past eight years to warrant its inclusion at three … Read more

When Terminator 2 3D: Battle across Time was announced to be closing in September 2017, Universal hinted at what would be replacing it at Universal … Read more

After years of speculation, planning, and unforeseen delays, Universal Beijing Resort is officially open to the public! So what’s Universal Beijing Resort like? On the … Read more

There’s nothing quite like stepping through the turnstiles at your favorite theme park. You’ve planned your vacation for months and finally arrived in sunny Orlando! … Read more

We’ve all been there, and some of us even plan for it – you’ve finalized an itinerary for your vacation and, almost inevitably, you’ve wound … Read more

Everyone loves going to Universal Orlando Resort for vacation, and everyone loves saving money. Therefore, what could be better than doing both? I’m not great at … Read more

Food. It’s not only necessary for us to survive, but we as humans have turned sustenance into an art form. And then, in an obvious … Read more

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