Category Archives: Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Orlando announces July 4th celebrations

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From July 4th–6th, Universal Studios Florida will feature special entertainment to celebrate Independence Day. The Music Plaza will feature award-winning DJ M-Squared spinning top hits along with a live performance by the high-energy band, Raydio. Make sure you have your camera ready—stilt walkers and your favorite Universal characters will be dancing right alongside you. The celebration starts […]

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Grand Opening Highlights

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The roller coaster will go a top speed of 50 mph, although Elaine Hinds, a show producer at Universal Creative – who’s already ridden the attraction – has promised that “it’s deceivingly fast, and it’s going to be so much fun.” 

Halloween Horror Nights 2019

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It may be the beginning of summer but we are in the season of Halloween Horror Nights announcements! The 80s return with an all-new vengeance, bringing with them some of the biggest frights of the era. From cinematic screams to the most horrifying cult classics, there’s no escape from the decade that just won’t die,” […]

Universal Orlando Parks Update May 2019 – Jurassic Coaster and Hagrid Coaster

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Let’s check out on current projects going at Universal Orlando parks for May including Hagrid’s Magical Creatures, Jurassic Coaster, T2 replacement, and more. Ready to take a ride with Hagrid? Hop on his motorbike for a wild roller coaster ride that will have guests soaring along with some of the Wizarding World’s most magical creatures. […]

Universal Orlando Hiring 3,000 New Team Members For Summer 2019

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Universal Orlando is looking for both full-time and part-time employees as they are planning on hiring more than 3,000 for this summer. A variety of positions are going to be available and summer 2019 could be your time to get a theme park dream job. For those wondering, Universal Orlando will be hiring full-time, part-time, […]

Hagrid Roller Coaster at Universal’s Wizarding World, aerial construction tour

Take a flight over Universal Orlando to get a bird’s eye view of the upcoming Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure coaster coming to Universal’s Islands of Adventure .

Universal Orlando in 2019 and Beyond

With so many amazing new additions heading to the parks, 2019 is shaping up to be one of the greatest years for theme parks in history. From massive new lands with multiple attractions and experiences, to exciting new roller coasters, and even a few new family-friendly rides, there’s no better time to visit Orlando in […]

Jurassic Park Coaster at Universal Orlando Update

Universal Orlando seems to be adding more attractions to Islands of Adventure with a new roller coaster coming to the Jurassic Park area of the park The rumor is that guests will be taken on a multi-launch coaster in, up and around the wooded area next to the Jurassic Park Discovery Center. It is suggested […]

New Ride System Looks Like Mario Kart for Super Nintendo World

The Duel Power Coaster from Dynamic Attractions combines a motion base with a roller coaster, but looks like a dark ride. Now folks are asking, is this going to be the ride system for Mario Kart at Super Nintendo World? Plus, we check in on the current status of each of the Super Nintendo Worlds […]