Jurassic World is currently taking over Universal Orlando. Not only is the VelociCoaster currently running for soft opening, but a new Tribute Store is coming. The new Jurassic World Tribute Store will be located inside Universal Studios where they usually hold the seasonal tribute stores (Halloween, Christmas, and Mardi Gras).
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Universal Orlando hiring with $750 sign-on bonus
Universal Orlando hiring upwards of 100 Team members. With a $750.00 sign-on bonus after 90 days of full work. In a sign of an improving economy, and things normalizing after the pandemic destroyed the jobs market. Universal Orlando today announced more job openings. The market for new employees has turned
Unnamed Food Festival coming to Universal Orlando this summer
Mardi Gras might have just ended but Universal Orlando is gearing up for a brand new summer food festival. The food festival has yet to be named (or officially announced) but they had a preview yesterday. Related: Universal Orlando Making Changes to Covid Measures It looks like we are getting
New Birthday Cake Doughnut at Voodoo
Voodoo Doughnut is celebrating their anniversary in a delicious way! For a limited time you can get their Cake Slice doughnut at their Citywalk Orlando location. This specialty doughnut wasn’t on the menu or in the case so make sure to ask if you’re wanting to try one. Related: New
Universal Orlando Making Changes to Covid Measures
Florida recently removed all Covid restrictions in the state, leaving it up to businesses to decide what measures they want to enforce. Starting tomorrow, May 6, Universal Orlando is eliminating temperature screenings and moving social distancing to 3 feet instead of 6. Related – Universal Orlando now hiring for Halloween
New Annual Passholder Churro spotted at Universal Orlando
Before VelociCoaster was officially announced they joked they were building a churros stand. It’s only fitting that now that VelociCoaster is in previews they release a new churro at Natural Selections. A snack stand is located right near the ride. The new AP Sea Salt S’mores Churro is their latest
Universal Orlando now hiring for Halloween Horror Nights
Halloween Horror Nights is hiring Scareactors, Big Foot and Hybrid Stilt Walkers, and puppeteers. Open auditions were announced today by Universal Orlando. This is another great sign that the Orlando area is making a comeback after being hit hard last year with furloughs and hiring freezes. Want to be a
Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando is hosting a hiring event
Loews Hotels is hosting a hiring event this week at Universal Orlando. The event is happening Wednesday, May 5 from 10 am to 5 pm and Thursday, 6 from 2 pm to 8 pm, at Loews Royal Pacific Resort Oceana Ballroom. Related – Universal Theme Parks revenue down for first
Check out the Jurassic World VelociCoaster During Passholder Previews
Let’s talk about the Churro in the room, shall we! For months Universal Orlando denied the existence of Jurassic World VelociCoaster, then it jumped on the bandwagon of its online community by claiming it was a churro stand being built. For the past year and a half people could actually
Florida Department of Health announces Fully Vaccinated People No Longer Required to Wear Face Masks
On April 29, 2021, the Florida Department of Health signed into law an order rescinding the order of March 1, 2020, regarding fully vaccinated people. In the newest order signed, Individuals who have been fully vaccinated are no longer required to wear a mask except in limited circumstances. Also in
First look at the Velociraptor pack in the epic new Jurassic World VelociCoaster
Universal Orlando Resort shares details about the Velociraptors within its most thrilling coaster yet – Jurassic World VelociCoaster – in advance of the thrill ride’s debut on June 10 at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. From the moment they enter the attraction, riders will be confronted by Velociraptors from Universal Pictures and Amblin
Universal Theme Parks revenue down for first quarter of 2021
Comcast Corporation reported their first quarter earnings which ended on March 31, 2021. NBCUniversal theme parks reached breakeven for the second consecutive quarter, excluding pre-opening costs of Universal Beijing Resort. Universal’s new streaming service, Peacock will now also be included in the NBCUniversal earnings report. It was previously included in Corporate
Universal Studios Hollywood will allow out of state guests who are vaccinated
Universal Studios Hollywood reopened a couple of weeks ago. At first, only California residents were allowed to visit the theme park. Now, Universal is taking a step towards allowing more guests to visit. Related – Universal Studios Hollywood officially reopens TODAY! Universal Studios Hollywood will now allow out-of-state visitors into
Chicago restaurant/bowling chain Pinstripes to open near Disney World
Great news for Orlando area! An upscale Chicago-based bowling-restaurant chain is soon opening a location in Orlando. Pinstripes offers great food, bar, bowling, and bocce. The kitchen has Bistro offerings on the menu and everyone can have a fun time with bocce. Pinstripes has signed a lease for a 28,000
