Universal Orlando’s 25th Anniversary Timeline “Photo” Sweepstakes is an exciting way to celebrate the silver anniversary of the parks, and include the fans. Universal Orlando Resort is giving away 25 trips to visit the theme park, complete with park tickets, airfare, and your hotel stay. Holy cow, tell me more!
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Opening in 2016 – What’s new for Orlando, Attractions and More!
As the summer of 2015 is just beginning I can’t help but to think about all of the wonderful new attractions that are opening in Orlando for 2016. Over the past few years we’ve lost some great attractions, and right on the heels of Universal Orlando announcing the closing of
Wet-N-Wild Water Park Set to Close Permanently Dec 31, 2016
Sad news water park fans! I can honestly say I saw this coming after the announcement of Universal’s Volcano Bay, but with everyone else I hoped it was just a rumor. Well on Wednesday Universal Orlando made the rumor rest when they made an official announcement that America’s first water
Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 25: Freddy vs. Jason!
Universal Orlando just released the details for one of their haunted houses for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights as well as the ticket prices. So who’s ready for a horror update? I am! Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 25 new haunted house will feature two of the most feared icons
HELLO KITTY IS COMING TO UNIVERSAL ORLANDO!
I remember when I was growing up every little girl in my class just had to have Hello Kitty stuff from notebooks to my favorite a pink little backpack. Every chance I got I would visit the Sanrio store in our local mall for all of the new items. Yes,
Theme Park Attendance Goes Up at Universal, Plummets at SeaWorld
Last year’s Theme Park attendance numbers have been released. Disney did great, of course. Universal’s numbers also went up. SeaWorld’s number went down. These numbers are according to the 2014 TEA/AECOM Theme and Museum Index report. Universal Studios attendance went up 17% from 2013 to 2014 SeaWorld Orlando attendance went
Wizarding World of Harry Potter Coming in 2016 to Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood announced some details about the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter that will be open there in Spring 2016. The well known “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” ride will add 3D visuals, which is quite the upgrade from the ride we have at Universal Orlando. The
NBC Sports Grill & Brew Coming to Universal Orlando’s Citywalk
Last year was an incredible time for Universal CityWalk, with eight new venues joining the impressive dining line-up—and we’re not done yet! I’m happy to announce the newest MVP coming to CityWalk: the first-ever NBC Sports Grill & Brew, opening this fall. This new restaurant represents our vision of delivering the ultimate sports
A Velociraptor invades Jurassic Park at Universal Orlando’s Island of Adventure
Growing up I always wanted to see a dinosaur up close, and with the added experience that Universal Orlando have recently come up with I will have my chance. However, I would have rather met a “nicer” dinosaur! Like maybe a plant eating one…..not one that would like to eat
Universal Orlando’s New Water Park Will Open in 2017
Soon Universal Orlando will have their very own Water Park. It will be called Volcano Bay and it will be at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. This will be their 3rd park! However, it will be the 5th water park in Central Florida and the 2nd that is owned by NBCUniversal. It
Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights-First “Icon” Released!
“IT’S NEVER TOO SOON TO START PANICKING”…..as it’s been told by Universal Orlando when they talk about this year’s upcoming Halloween Horror Night event! Too late! I’m panicking! They released some details of this year’s event today, and it includes a crazy clown! A CRAZY CLOWN! You might have heard
Nintendo Partners with Universal Parks & Resorts
As a child of the 80’s who grew up playing Nintendo I am excited to tell you the amazing news! Nintendo and Universal Parks & Resorts announced today their plans to bring the world of Nintendo to life at Universal theme parks. Crazy, I know!!! Can you imagine what spectacular
Opening Summer 2016-Universal’s Islands of Adventure – “Skull Island: Reign of Kong”
KING KONG IS BACK!! On May 6th Universal Orlando officially announced that Skull Island: Reign of Kong will open in the summer of 2016 at the Islands of Adventure theme park. Construction is already in full motion adjacent to the Jurassic Park area of the park. Over the last 25
Some great Orlando Theme Park Discounts with Best of Orlando
Best of Orlando has been around for a while delivering some great prices on theme park tickets in the Orlando Area! The offer tickets from Legoland, Universal Studios, and even Disney. Check out some of their current offers below if you are looking to add days to your Disney Trip