Author: Brian Glenn

Universal Orlando has officially delayed the opening for Universal Terra Luna Resort to March 25, 2025. The hotel was originally slated to open on February 25. Universal Terra Luna and its sister hotel, Universal Stella Nova Resort, are adjacent to Epic Universe – Universal’s new theme park set to open on May 22, 2025. Universal Stella Nova Resort is still scheduled to open January 21, 2025 The hotels place guests in the center of marvelous galaxies and diverse planetary elements for “an experience unlike anywhere else in the universe”. Guests with Terra Luna reservations before March 25 are being contacted…

Universal Orlando Annual Passholders can now purchase single-day tickets for Epic Universe. Tickets are available through December 30, 2025, starting at $122 before tax. Ticket prices for the park’s first 2 weeks of opening in May range from $156 to $164. Currently, there is over an hour’s wait in the website’s virtual queue, and Universal states that Opening Day Tickets are currently unavailable. From Universal’s website: Due to high demand, we are experiencing longer than anticipated wait times to purchase the 1-Day Universal Epic Universe Ticket add-on for Passholders. Once your order is complete, please allow an extended period to…

Tickets & Vacations Packages are now on sale for Universal’s new theme park, Epic Universe – opening May 22, 2025! The first phase of ticket products and packages include one-day access to Universal Epic Universe. In addition, reservations for Universal Helios Grand Hotel are now live. Guests can choose one of the following multi-day tickets. Each price listed is the starting price per day before tax and based on in-demand pricing.  3-Day/3-Park Adult $117.33 Child $114 3-Day/3-Park with Park to Park Option Adult $137.34 Child $134 3-Day/4-Park with Park to Park Option Adult $150.67 Child $147.34 4-Day/3-Park Adult $92.75 Child…

Universal Studios Hollywood has closed Jurassic World: The Ride for refurbishment. The attraction will be closed for maintenance until November 29, 2024. Please keep in mind that these dates can change. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts and follow along on our forums & discussion boards. Looking to book that EPIC Universal vacation? We recommend using our friends at MEI-Travel to help plan your next trip to Universal Orlando or Universal Studios Hollywood.

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from October 21, 2024, to October 27, 2024. Please consider donating to the following organizations to assist with the recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton in Florida: Direct Relief World Central Kitchen The Humane Society Volunteer Florida Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 33 continues this week! The event features 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, and one live show – as well as an insane offering of spooky-themed food & drink. The Universal Mega Movie Parade will begin to shift its start time due to the…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the return of its popular Grad Bash celebration, offering 2025 graduating students after-hours access to the theme park’s rides & attractions. Reservations can be made here for the following nights: May 14, 21 and 28 The Grad Bash events celebrate students’ academic achievements while providing memorable experiences as they transition to the next chapter in their lives. Additionally, a special Jr. Grad Bash program is available for graduating eighth-grade students, with dates offered on May 1 and May 8. There are various Grad Bash ticket options available, including Standard Package or Premium Package, which offer…

If you want to win a trip to next year’s Halloween Horror Nights, Xfinity has got you covered! Now through October 28th, Xfinity Rewards members can win a once-in-a-lifetime experience to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios. Xfinity is offering its rewards members through its customer appreciation program, Xfinity Rewards, the chance to win a trip to the popular Halloween event, along with $1 movie rentals through Xfinity, discounts at NBCUniversal Shop, pumpkin carving templates, Fandango tickets for the latest horror films, and more. There’s no cost to join the program. Guests can go to Xfinity.com/rewards or the Xfinity App…

Universal Orlando has announced that their new theme park, Epic Universe, will officially open on May 22, 2025! “This is such a pivotal moment for our destination, and we’re thrilled to welcome guests to Epic Universe next year,” said Karen Irwin, President and COO of Universal Orlando Resort. “With the addition of this spectacular new theme park, our guests will embark on an unforgettable vacation experience with a week’s worth of thrills that will be nothing short of epic! Our Universe will never be the same.” Epic Universe will feature five highly-themed lands, including Super Nintendo World, Dark Universe (inspired…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that Super Nintendo World will feature a special Yoshi egg hunt at the upcoming Fan Fest Nights, debuting in Spring 2025. Get ready to go on a special Yoshi egg-hunt in Super Nintendo World. Only at the all-new Universal Fan Fest Nights, on select nights April 25 – May 18, 2025. No other information was shared about what the experience will entail. Universal Fan Fest Nights will be an all-new, limited-time, after-hours event bringing the worlds of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming, and Anime to life with immersive experiences, celebratory moments, themed food, and exclusive merchandise. Star…

Universal Orlando has scheduled seasonal operations for Volcano Bay, their water theme park, beginning October 30, 2024. Volcano Bay will only be open 5 days a week, closing for 2 days. The following dates are the closed dates: October 30-31 November 4-5, 13-14, 18-19, 26-27 December 4-5, 9-10, 18-19, 23-24, 31 More dates may be added for 2025 for January and February. In addition, several of the water park’s attractions have been scheduled for refurbishment. Runamukka Reef: October 28 through 31, 2024 Taniwha Tubes: November 13 through 22, 2024 Honu ika Moana: December 2 through 12, 2024 Please keep in mind that…