Universal Orlando Reports Record Earnings in first quarter of 2022! Visitors are returning to Orlando and Universal Orlando’s first quarter records for 2022 show it! Universal’s theme parks overall posted a nearly 152% increase in revenue and an adjusted earnings of $451 million for the three month period. Comcast, Universal’s
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Disney World and Orlando Theme Parks Accident & Injury Report for 1st Quarter of 2022
Disney World and Orlando Theme Parks Accident & Injury Report for 1st Quarter of 2022! The Orlando theme park accident & injury report for the 1st quarter of this year has been released. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services released the report for incidents that happened from January
Permit filed for the replacement of Shrek 4-D at Universal Orlando
Shrek 4-D at Universal Studios Orlando is being replaced. Universal hasn’t announced what exactly will be replacing the attraction, but there have been hints and rumors that a new Minion attraction is coming. Now, a new permit has been filed for that location. Related – Shrek 4D rumored to be
Universal Orlando Resort is now hiring more than 800 new Culinary Team Members
Universal Orlando Resort is now hiring over 800 culinary team members. Full-time, part-time and professional career opportunities within the resort’s Food & Beverage team are available. New starting rates for Culinary Team Members range from $16.50 to $20 per hour based on the position. These roles also offer the training
Dates and details revealed for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort will be returning once again in 2022! Get ready to celebrate Halloween at one of the best Halloween Experiences in all of Orlando! Here are the details! For a record-breaking 43 nights from September 2nd through October 31st, Universal Orlando Resort presents Halloween
Universal Orlando Resort raises prices of Annual Passes for non-Florida Residents
Universal Orlando has just raised prices on Annual Passes for non-Florida residents. Here is a breakdown of the price increases: For those wanting the 2-park passes (Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure), you can see the prices range now from $399.99 to $714.99 a $50 increase. Related – Chocolate lovers
Universal Orlando Resort Launches “Discover Universal” a new way to plan your Universal Vacation
Universal Orlando has an all-new “Discover Universal” hub – a trip-planning site that highlights the “must-dos,” “must-eats,” “must-knows” and “how tos” for a trip to the award-winning destination via innovative storytelling designed with the guest in mind. Complete with dynamic videos, podcasts, planning guides and more, this exciting new platform
Shrek 4D rumored to be replaced by Minions Walkway Attraction
Last month we shared that the Shrek 4D attraction at Universal Orlando was permanently closing. Walls have been placed around the attraction and rumors have suggested a Minion attraction will be put in the space. Related – Universal Orlando will no longer require face masks for vaccinated guests A new
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando to receive new renovations
Universal Orlando‘s Hard Rock Hotel will be getting a refurbishment soon! The hotel’s roof is being replaced and the exterior of the hotel is being painted. Related – Video: Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras Tribute Store Walkthrough Legendary rock stars are always evolving and so is Hard Rock Hotel®. There are
Universal’s Epic Universe scheduled to open in 2025
A fourth theme park is coming to the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida. Epic Universe was announced in 2019 and is set to be the largest Universal park in the US. Construction was halted in 2020 due to the pandemic but resumed in March of 2021. Related – New Aerial
Universal Orlando won’t require COVID testing for non-vaccinated workers
Universal Orlando is reversing its requirement for unvaccinated employees to be tested for Covid-19 weekly. Earlier this month the resort announced employees needed to be vaccinated or undergo weekly testing starting in February. Related – Universal releases new COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Policy The requirement was in accordance with the
Universal releases new COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Policy
Universal Orlando has released a new COVID-19 vaccination and testing policy for team members in compliance with the recent Emergency Temporary Standard. That Standard requires all companies with more than 100 employees to require those employees to either be vaccinated or undergo weekly COVID-19 testing and wear a face covering
Universal Orlando Guests will not be able to access a major ride early starting January 3rd
One big perk for guests staying at a Universal Orlando hotel is early park admission. Guests have access to select attractions at Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure one hour prior to opening and select attractions at Universal’s Volcano Bay for 30 minutes prior to opening. Related – Universal
Universal Orlando Closure and Refurbs for January 2022
Universal Orlando will be closing four major attractions next month. Three will be closing for refurbishments while the fourth will be closing permanently. Take a look at the attractions that will be closed. Related – New Aerial look at the construction for Universal Orlando Epic Universe Revenge of the Mummy