Spring is coming and with it comes warm weather and Spring Break. Spring is the perfect time to visit Universal Orlando. There are so many fun things to do around the resort. Here are five reasons to visit Universal this spring. Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval Mardi Gras just
Author: Susan Wilson
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.
Mardi Gras Tribute Store Sweet Treasures
Mardi Gras has kicked off at Universal Studios Florida and one of our favorite spots so far is Sweet Treasures. Sweet Treasures is located in the last room of the Mardi Gras Tribute Store. It’s a booth full of delicious themed treats. The desserts range from $4-$6 and there’s a
UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S MARDI GRAS 2021: INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS OF CARNAVAL KICKS OFF THIS WEEKEND
It’s officially Mardi Gras at Universal Studios. Mardi Gras 2021: International Flavors of Carnaval, will take place daily at Universal Studios Florida through Sunday, March 28. Guests will enjoy a first-of-its-kind global food fest with more than 100 new food and beverage items inspired by Carnaval celebrations from around the world.
First Look at the Mardi Gras Tribute Store at Universal Orlando Resort
Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval starts today at Universal Studios. We got to have a preview of the brand new Tribute Store and it’s beautiful! There are different themed rooms. This year they are: A hopping jazz parlor straight out of the 1920s with dueling pianos and bellowing brass
Raptor Statues Unveiled at the Enterance of Jurassic World VelociCoaster
We recently visited Universal’s Islands of Adventure to see the brand new raptor statues placed at the new VelocoCoaster ride. The raptors are seen next to a sign for the new roller coaster opening this summer. Since our visit, the raptors have been unveiled. Station entrance of Jurassic World VelociCoaster.
A Day in the Park with Barney Is Permanently Closed At Universal Studios
Universal Orlando announced inside a Tweet that the kid’s show A Day in the Park with Barney is permanently closed. This interactive sing-a-longwas shut down in August with some other attractions. Here’s the Tweet from Universal: Yes, A Day in the Park with Barney has permanently closed at Universal Studios
Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval Starts Saturday At Universal Studios Florida
Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval starts this Saturday, February 6th at Universal Studios Florida. This year Mardi Gras will be featuring authentic cuisine inspired by the most iconic Carnaval festivities across the globe. Yesterday during a visit I noticed booths already being set up and the Tribute Store is
Check out these Healthy Food Options at Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando is revealing some delicious healthy park options for guests trying to keep those New Year’s resolutions. “From plant-based options to mouthwatering dishes filled with fresh ingredients that will give guests fuel to maximize their day in the parks, these elevated dishes go above and beyond “traditional” theme park
Universal Shares Behind the Scenes Info on Upcoming Jurassic World VelociCoaster
Universal just released some behind the scenes info on the brand new Jurassic World VelociCoaster. Gregory Hall and Shelby Honea, the Art Director and Show Producer of the project, talk us through the creative project and some brand new information about the “Apex Predator” of coasters. “Everything is there for
Universal Orlando Resort Salutes Military Members and Their Families with First-Ever Military Freedom Pass
MILITARY FREEDOM PASS Universal Orlando Resort salutes military members and their families with first-ever Military Freedom Pass. 2021 Military Freedom Pass options are available for purchase now through December 27, 2021. They can be used daily now through December 31, 2021. Each Military Freedom Pass comes with NO blockout dates. This
Velociraptors Added to the Entrance of Universal’s VelociCoaster
Universal is getting one step closer to the opening of the brand new VelociCoaster. Yesterday we saw some brand new velociraptors which will be at the entrance of the ride. They added 7-8 new raptors around the ride but we got a close-up look at two of them. You can
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Ultimate Dining Guide
If you love Harry Potter, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is definitely for you. From Diagon Alley to Hogwarts, the areas at Universal are so immersive. They are right out of the books. The food is also iconic. Take a look at all the fun spots you can grab
Universal Orlando Expects Large Crowds for the Spring Break Holiday
Universal Orlando expects large crowds for the Spring Break holiday that will span over a longer time frame. According to Orlando Weekly, “Last week Universal Studios Orlando announced to its team members that they expect a longer spring break season this year. Universal employees were told that their complimentary pass tickets
Universal Orlando’s The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man is Getting an Updated Entrance
Universal’s The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man has construction walls up around the rides entrance. While the front is having work done guests can still ride this fun 3-D attraction. Bioreconstruct on Twitter showed pictures of the entrance blocked off. Fence up for refurbishment of the Spiderman entrance. Temp entrance is
