Author: Brian Glenn

UPDATE 9/19/2024 Universal Orlando has rescheduled the refurbishment of Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls to take place from November 7, 2024, to December 19, 2024. Original Story Below Universal Orlando has scheduled Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls at Islands of Adventure for refurbishment. The attraction will be closed for maintenance from October 1, 2024, until January 2, 2025. 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…

Universal Orlando has scheduled Fast & Furious: Supercharged at Universal Studios Florida for a temporary closure. The attraction will be closed from August 19, 2024, until November 3, 2024. The closure is in conjunction with the attraction; specifically, its queue areas, being used as a location for Halloween Horror Nights. It is believed general maintenance will also be done during its closure. 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 Orlando has scheduled Men In Black: Alien Attack at Universal Studios Florida for refurbishment. The attraction will be closed for maintenance from November 4, 2024, until December 10, 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.

Universal Orlando has released a new line of merchandise celebrating the upcoming 25th Anniversary of Islands of Adventure. The line features a tee ($27), sweatshirt ($55), drink tumbler ($27), and limited-edition pin ($15). It is expected more items will be released soon. The artwork features a very 90s aesthetic, with each original Island represented – including a Dueling Dragons reference. There is also a 25th Anniversary emblem on each piece of the merch. The merchandise can be found in the Universal Studio Store in CityWalk, as well as several stores throughout Islands of Adventure. It will not be available for…

Quiet Flight has officially closed at Universal Orlando’s CityWalk. The store was running discounts on most merchandise until its last day on April 14. A small sign was placed on all the closed-off entrances thanking guests for the last 25 years. Per Universal, more details on what will be replacing the location will be revealed soon. Quiet Flight’s neighbor, Cinnabon, will close its location on April 28 and be relocated elsewhere – but no other information has been given as to where. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts, and follow along…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from April 15, 2024, to April 21, 2024. Universal Orlando Universal Orlando will be celebrating “Butterbeer Season”, offering fans and guests a chance to enjoy Butterbeer in all-new ways within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter through April 30, 2024. Refurbishments Please keep in mind refurbishment dates can change. The Nighttime Lights At Hogwarts Castle is currently on an extended closure for “future show enhancements”. No reopening timeframe has been given at this time. Universal Studios Hollywood Universal Studios Hollywood will be celebrating “Butterbeer Season”, offering…

Welcome to a quick photo update for Universal Studios Hollywood as preparations are underway to celebrate the Studio Tour’s 60th Anniversary. Over in CityWalk, the Universal Studio Store has been decorated with 60th Anniversary graphics. The UNIVRS Store is also getting in on the diamond celebration, with a graphic featuring a Glamor Tram driven by Woody greeting guests upon entrance. As you make your way to the park entrance, banners now hang along the lamp posts – featuring pictures from the Studio Tour’s 60-year history. Lamp posts inside the park also feature Studio Tour decor. Decorations have also made their…

Universal Studios Hollywood has released new merchandise to celebrate the upcoming 60th Anniversary of the Studio Tour. The merchandise includes retro-themed souvenirs, including a Glamor Tram-themed pillow, blanket, backpack, jacket, tops, tees, hats, mugs, glassware, lanyards, and more. You can find the 60th merchandise at both Universal Studio Stores in CityWalk or inside the park. The Studio Tour will feature new additions, experiences, and feature the returning Glamor Trams to celebrate its 60th milestone anniversary, taking place from April 26 through August 11, 2024. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts and…

Universal Orlando Resort has shared more details of two new hotels opening in 2025 alongside Universal Epic Universe – Universal Stella Nova Resort and Universal Terra Luna Resort. The hotels place guests in the center of marvelous galaxies and diverse planetary elements for “an experience unlike anywhere else in the universe”. Universal Stella Nova Resort, opening January 21, 2025, and Universal Terra Luna Resort, opening February 25, 2025, will be brought to life by the award-winning Universal Creative team and co-owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co. Boasting a combined total of 1,500 ultramodern guest rooms, Stella Nova Resort and Terra…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from April 8, 2024, to April 14, 2024. Universal Orlando Universal Orlando will be celebrating “Butterbeer Season”, offering fans and guests a chance to enjoy Butterbeer in all-new ways within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter through April 30, 2024. Refurbishments Please keep in mind refurbishment dates can change. The Nighttime Lights At Hogwarts Castle is currently on an extended closure for “future show enhancements”. No reopening timeframe has been given at this time. Universal Studios Hollywood Universal Studios Hollywood will be celebrating “Butterbeer Season”, offering…