Endless Summer – Dockside Inn and Suites Grand Opening Universal Orlando has just announced that their newest hotel, Endless Summmer-Dockside Inn and Suites will have its grand opening on December 15th. Dockside Inn and Suites will be the second hotel in the Value category. This affordable resort will add 2,050
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Susan is a writer/photographer and Florida local for Chip and Co. She’s a wife to a fellow Disney addict, and a mom of three boys. You’ll find her most days running around Disney and Universal for all the latest snacks and news.
Accio Cooler! New Harry Potter Igloo Cooler
Accio coolers! Igloo Coolers have a magical new Harry Potter line and we are in love. The new Playmate collection has two different Harry Potter designs. The first design is an illustration of the book covers. It’s so bright and colorful. This Harry Potter Igloo cooler is perfect for family
Hot Butterbeer has returned to Universal Orlando
‘Tis the season…for Hot Butterbeer. This delicious season beverage is back at Universal Orlando. It’s probably my favorite of the Butterbeer drinks and I was excited when Universal announced its returns on November 1st. Hot Butterbeer is like a hot butterscotch and heavy whipping cream drink. Think kind of like
Celebrate Christmas at Diagon Alley in Universal Studios
It’s beginning to look like Christmas in the Wizarding World. Yesterday Diagon Alley at Universal Studios was decorated and it gave all the holiday feels. It helped the temperature was barely 70 degrees which is amazing for Florida. The shops all had fun and unique garland depending on what the
Universal’s VelociCoaster Construction Update
Universal Orlando recently released the name of the new roller coaster being built. VelociCoaster will be opening the Summer of 2021. Since they released the official information they have been getting down to business. Not only have they been testing the track, which we reported was completed, but they have
The New Harry Potter Merchandise at Universal is Your Ticket to Hogwarts
There’s a brand new Harry Potter merchandise collection at Universal Orlando. It’s a beautiful cream and gold ticket for the Hogwarts Express. The collection features wallets, bags, and even a new mask! The wallet looks like a replica of the ticket to Platform 9 3/4. The gold foil is so
Beetlejuice Haunted House Now Open Universal Studios Orlando
Happy Halloween! Universal Orlando announced this morning a third haunted house for this weekend only. Beetlejuice opened as a surprise today at Universal Studios. It joins the other two haunted houses that have been open this month. The Beetlejuice haunted house is scheduled to be open from 10-6 today and tomorrow.
New Passholder Map and Button Coming To Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando passholders may be aware of the free monthly button, but there’s an extra freebie starting November 1st. Not only will passholders get this fun Harry Potter themed Meteolojinx Button but there’s a map as well. The map will be of Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. It’s designed by
Universal Theme Parks down 80% in Revenue
Comcast has released its third-quarter earnings report for the Universal Orlando Resort. With both Orlando and Japan operating at a limited capacity since reopening in June, Universal’s earning have drooped 81% to $311 million. Comcast CEO Brian Roberts said theme parks have seen the most pressure from COVID-19. Universal Hollywood
Be Hogwarts Ready With The New Cakeworthy Harry Potter Collection
Accio amazing Hogwarts house flannel. The newes Harry Potter collaboration is with Cakeworthy and we are beyond excited. This new collection is scheduled to release on October 30th. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cakeworthy (@cakeworthy) Cakeworthy has released a preview of the collection and it is
Guests Not Wearing Their Face Masks Properly Will Be Asked to Leave Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando has started rolling out new signage. Following Disney’s lead, the new signage states that “Guests not properly wearing an approved face covering will be required to leave.” The new signage debuted this week and has been seen at several locations at Universal. Warning at Universal that face covering
Universal Orlando’s Cinematic Celebration Returns
Universal Orlando has been reopened since June but this weekend marked the return of nighttime entertainment. Cinematic Celebration returned for the first time this past Saturday. Universal extended park hours until 10:00 PM and this epic water, movie, and music show started at 9:45. Far spread pandemic distancing markers for a
The Charmed Aroma Harry Potter Collection is perfect for Wizards and Muggles Alike
Christmas is just around the corner and we found the perfect gift for both witches and muggles. Charmed Aroma has an amazing Harry Potter collection. Not only are these beautiful candles by they have hidden jewelry inside. The candles vary in price from $39.99 to $54.99. Each candle comes with
Christmas has come to Whoville in Universal Studios Orlando
It’s beginning to look a lot like Grinchmas. Christmas decorations have been put up in Seuss Landing at Universal Orlando. Whoville is ready for the holidays and we stayed until closing to take a peek at all the fun decor. While some may feel it’s a little too early to
