Author: Brian Glenn

Universal Orlando’s recent updates to their locker systems have also brought a change to their locker renting policy. Within the past few months, Universal has updated the lockers at several attractions, ditching the biometric fingerprint scanners with new ticket-scanning lockers, using  “Locker Link” technology – which uses the barcode on the back of guests’ park ticket. The lockers are said to be more efficient, reducing the amount of time spent renting a locker. Each group of lockers comes in two sizes; a standard size, which can fit cameras and certain merchandise, and larger lockers, designed to fit large purses and bags.…

The Holidays in Orlando can be pretty competitive, with so many options to choose from and experience – from inside the theme parks and beyond. With the success of events this year at SeaWorld, the park has expanded upon their offerings as SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration returns for another year of providing some of the best Holiday experiences you’ll find in Orlando. Returning for another year of festive fun, guests can immerse themselves into the story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at Rudolph’s ChristmasTown. As guests stroll past life-size story book vignettes featuring the classic tale, they’ll have the opportunity to meet…

Universal Parks has announced Sing on Tour will be headed to Universal Studios Japan. The new musical attraction is set to open Spring 2019.  Inspired by the hit Illumination film, the story of the attraction finds theater manager, Buster Moon, bringing all the talent selected from his auditions to host a Japan Premier. The attraction will be held in the new “Illumination Theater”, and will be jointly developed with Universal Studios Japan and Illumination Entertainment. Directed and written by Garth Jennings, and co-directed by Christophe Lourdelet, the 2016 film features the voices of Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Seth MacFarlane, Scarlett Johansson, John C. Reilly, Taron Egerton, and Tori Kelly.…

This episode is all about the Holidays! We discuss the Holiday Season at Universal Orlando, and talk with Lora Sauls, Manager of Entertainment Creative Development and Show Direction for Universal Orlando, about this year’s event. We also interview Tyler Reddick, 2018 NASCAR Xfinity Series Champion, who was at Universal Orlando to celebrate his victory courtesy of Comcast and talk about how he got into racing and what he was looking forward to experiencing at the Resort. Agenda » 00:30 Intro & Holiday Talk » 16:40 Lora Sauls Interview » 27:10 Locker Changes and Universal Miscellany » 37:36 Tyler Reddick Interview » 45:20…

We’re back with an update around the Universal Orlando. The Holidays are in full swing at Universal; with construction continuing on the major 2019 projects, such as the Harry Potter Coaster, and Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn & Suites. Small projects and updates are also happening around the Resort, especially CityWalk. Park Update Index » CityWalk » The Holidays at Universal » Universal’s Endless Summer Resort » Harry Potter Coaster » Passholder Lounge » New Ride Lockers » Central Park/Cinematic Celebration » XFINITY Series Cup Champion Tyler Reddick visits » A Little Bit of this, A Little Bit of…

Universal Studios Hollywood rings in 2019 with EVE, Universal’s own New Year’s celebration, that now includes an all-new Ultimate EVE package, on Monday, December 31, with extended theme park hours to 2:00 a.m. EVE is included in the price of theme park admission and invites guests to spend the day and night enjoying its many popular rides and attractions with a special park-wide party starting at 9:00 p.m., featuring multiple DJs and live music entertainment hubs, that will culminate simultaneously at midnight with a traditional New Year countdown and a spectacular fireworks display. The all-new Ultimate EVE package is a…

Chris Lord, Chris Glass, and Sydney Newman are back for more Universal Studios Hollywood talk; discussing the transition between 2 Holidays, with our final thoughts on Halloween Horror Nights, and what we’re looking forward to this Holiday season at the parks, with Grinchmas and the Wizarding World Holidays. Direct Download and iTunes You may download this episode directly herce. You may also subscribe to the Inside Universal Podcast on iTunes. In addition, you can also follow us on Spotify to listen to podcast episodes on their app.

It’s time to get into the Christmas spirit, as Universal starts to put a little “mischief in your merry” this Holiday season. After last year’s new offerings, this year Universal Orlando is focusing on “establishing tradition”; which was a phrase we heard a lot of during our preview of this year’s Holidays at Universal – but there is still plenty of new things to enjoy as well. Last year, the Holiday line-up received a substantial retooling; which saw the addition of the Christmas decorations in both Wizarding Worlds, the Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts night show, and a revamped Holiday…

Blue Man Group will once again hold an autism-friendly show on Dec. 8 at Universal Orlando, in partnership with Autism Speaks! The 4th annual collaborative Blue Man Group performance will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. at the Blue Man Group Theatre at Universal CityWalk. The autism-friendly show will be suitable for children, adults, and families affected by autism spectrum disorders. Individual tickets are on sale now and are available at a discounted rate of $36 per person* with a portion of ticket proceeds donated to Autism Speaks. “Year after year our cast and crew look forward…

SeaWorld has announced their line-up of events for 2019. New events and expanded favorites will give guests something special to experience every week next year at the park; including an expanded Craft Beer Festival and the all-new Elmo’s Birthday Weekend. Next year’s lineup includes the following exciting, tasty and family-friendly events, all included with an Annual Pass and theme park admission: Three Kings Day Celebration: Daily, Jan. 1 – 6 Families are invited to help commemorate the arrival of the Three Wise Men during SeaWorld’s Three Kings Day celebration. This festive event brings SeaWorld’s holiday season to an incredible close…