Author: Brian Glenn

Universal Orlando has revealed today details regarding the food hall, Urban Pantry, located inside the new Aventura Hotel opening this August. Inspired by world-famous food halls and markets found in major cities like San Francisco and London, guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner; with plenty of seating and large floor-to-ceiling windows to enjoy a view of the pool while you eat. Some of the options include a Roast Station – offering choices of ribs, chicken, paella, and an assortment of sides. The Pizza Station will feature pizzas with gourmet toppings, which will be made in front of guests inside stone ovens.…

Universal Orlando announced today the final 2 scarezones – as zones based on the films Killer Klowns from Outer Space and Child’s Play will be featured at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights 28 event. In Killer Klowns, guests will try to escape the killer klowns or face the wrath of their ray guns, which will turn them into grotesque cotton candy snacks. Revenge of Chucky will feature a toy fair that Chucky has twisted into “new” nightmares – such as murderous monkeys and other familiar toys. Killer Klowns from Outer Space is a horror-comedy film that was released in 1988. The…

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Drew and Brian return to discuss all the Halloween Horror Nights 28 announcements; including Trick ‘r Treat, scarezones, ticket prices, and the recently announced Slaughter Sinema. We also talk about Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom and our thoughts on the franchise overtaking Jurassic Park at Islands of Adventure; and wrap up with some news about Universal’s new Cinematic Celebration Nighttime show. Direct Download and iTunes You may download this episode directly here. You may also subscribe to the Inside Universal Podcast on iTunes. In addition, you can also follow us on Spotify…

Universal Orlando has announced a new original house that will be featured at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights 28 – Slaughter Sinema. Based on B-movies from the 80’s, the house is set in a decrepit drive-in movie theater and will feature creatures such as alien cannibals, creatures with tons of teeth and a ravenous swamp yeti. Guests will also enter the films where they’ll be hunted by werewolf bikers, enter a bloody, gut-strewn pumpkin patch, and encounter deadly barbers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xwOL7i5tJ0 This is the 4th house announced that will be featured at this year’s line-up. Halloween Horror Nights 28 will take place at…

Universal Orlando has announced their new night show, Universal’s Cinematic Celebration – will be debuting this Summer at Universal Studios Florida. The show combines all-new storyline with full panoramic water screens, accented by additional multi-layer water screens, pyrotechnics, more than 120 dancing fountains, and projection mapping; using the entire waterfront and surrounding buildings. The show will include popular franchises such as Jurassic World, Harry Potter, Despicable Me and the Minions, and the Fast & Furious. A new permanent, dedicated viewing area for the show is currently wrapping up construction in the Central Park area of Universal Studios Florida. Universal’s Cinematic…

Universal Orlando announced that Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites is now accepting reservations. Opening in August 2019,  the new resort will be the first hotel in the destination’s new Value hotel category, with rates starting at less than $100 per night. The hotel will feature 390 2 Bedroom Suites that sleep six and start as low as $111 per night for a seven-night stay. “This hotel checks every box – quality, family-friendly suites and exclusive benefits that only come with staying in one of our hotels at a value that is simply unmatched in Orlando,” said…

Just in time of the release of the new film, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, guests can now book Jurassic World Kids’ Suites at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando. The 670 sq feet 2-bedroom kids’ suites sleep up to five, and features one king bed, two twin beds and an option for a rollaway bed. The kids’ side of the suite features familiar design elements inspired by the film, including gyrosphere-styled twin bed. The kids’ room only opens into the adults’ room, connected via a door modeled after the dinosaur enclosure. Rates for the suite vary between $489 and $679.…

After an extended break – Brian, Chris Glass, and Chris Lord discuss the latest news and happenings around Universal Studios Hollywood that have transpired over the past several months; including Halloween Horror Nights 2018, DreamWorks Theatre starring Kung Fu Panda, Jurassic World re-do, the Jurassic Park 25th Anniversary event, and answering your questions! Direct Download and iTunes You may download this episode directly here. 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.

Blue has arrived at the Raptor Encounter Meet & Greet at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood. The new puppet was brought to life for the “Raptor Encounter” employing the exact computer-generated model and images used to create her for the big screen; and features a lot more realistic qualities compared to previous puppets, including blinking and sneering. https://youtu.be/Dte1Sb0tM-U Each Raptor bares 56 razor-sharp, bone-crushing teeth and lunges forward with curved talons that extend up to 12 inches from their 18-inch-long feet.  Towering 12 feet in height and 15 fee – from tail to snout. Blue, of course, became popular after…

Last Saturday, Universal Studios Hollywood joined M.E.N.D. to host their annual “Christmas in Spring” charity event in Pacoima. M.E.N.D. (Meet Each Need with Dignity) inspires to bring joy and hope to low income families. For the 27th year, both companies welcome hundreds of families on Saturday to an afternoon of games, food, and entertainment. Some of Universal Studios Hollywood’s most famous characters came out to interact with families, including SpongeBob SquarePants, King Julien, and Puss-in-Boots. Families eventually met Santa Claus alongside the “very merry, mischievous” Minions for photos and a gift. The “Christmas in Spring” is a charity event sponsored by…