food IS a theme park
On Tuesday, July 29th, a fire started at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure.
Hogwarts Castle
According to News 6, a tree was struck by lightning near the queue for Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.
While you might think of Disney World for all the best theme park snacks, you might be sleeping on Universal Orlando. We found two snacks that we knew we had to try.
Thunder Falls Terrace
We headed to Thunder Falls Terrace, right by the Jurassic Park River Adventure, to try some snacks. This Jurassic Park-themed restaurant offers plenty of seating and air conditioning, and now has two more snacks that are causing a roar.
Okay, so it seems impossible, but July is almost over and August will be here SO SOON. And you know what that means — the beginning of spooky season in the theme parks.
Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights
Now, we’re obviously looking forward to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World, but we’re also looking to scream in terror at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights, which brings some of our favorite horror movie and TV franchises to life with scare zones and haunted houses. Well, we just visited Universal Orlando’s Universal Studios Florida…and guess what? Preparations are already underway for Halloween Horror Nights!
Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Appreciation Days are almost here! This annual celebration of Annual Passholders offers numerous exclusive perks for passholders.
Universal Orlando
From August 15th through September 30th, Universal Orlando Annual Passholders (UOAP) can take advantage of complimentary magnets, special discounts, exclusive merchandise, limited-time menu offerings, and MORE during Annual Passholder Appreciation Day. Let’s take a look at all the exclusive perks available this year!
Universal Orlando Annual Passholders get tons of perks, just like Disney World Annual Passholders do.
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You get discounts on merchandise and dining options, special magnets, and for some passes, you even get free parking and Universal Express Passes after a certain hour in the park. If you’re a passholder, we’ve got great news — Universal just teased that there’s a hot new perk on the way!
Universal Orlando just dropped some new hints about what’s coming to Halloween Horror Nights in 2025!
Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights
There are TONS of fun Halloween events to check out around Orlando. For something a little less spooky, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World is a great option. But if you’re looking for something truly terrifying, Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort might be right up your alley!
We’ve been to Epic Universe multiple times now, which means we feel like we have a good idea of everything you can see, do, eat, and drink in Universal Orlando’s newest theme park.
Epic Universe
We’ve been on out-of-this-world adventures in Celestial Park, pet dragons in How To Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk, conversed with monsters in Dark Universe, earned coins in Super Nintendo World, and witnessed the high profile trial of Dolores Umbridge in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic. However, in all five lands, there is one super BIG problem, but it seems like Universal is trying to solve it.
Epic Universe is shaping up to be a game-changer for theme park fans, but that doesn’t mean every “upgrade” fits every park-goer.
Epic Universe
While plenty of guests love the idea of grabbing a refillable mug and getting unlimited soda, I passed. And I passed for a few really specific (and honestly practical) reasons that might help you figure out whether this add-on is right for you, too. Let’s break it down
Epic Universe just opened in May, but Universal is already submitting plans to expand!
WELCOME to Epic Universe!
This is the third park at Universal Orlando and has five themed lands: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and the Ministry of Magic, How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, and Celestial Park. We’ve been exploring every detail and trying every snack, but the idea of an expansion has us thrilled!
We are getting closer to the start of the Halloween season in Orlando! Disney World kicks off its Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party on August 15th, and Universal Orlando isn’t far behind them with the start of Halloween Horror Nights on August 29th.
Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights
Keep in mind that these two events are VERY different from each other. Disney World’s Halloween Party is family friendly and NOT scary. On the other hand, Halloween Horror Nights is heavy on the horror and not recommended for children under 13 years old. Let’s take a look at the rules that are enforced at Halloween Horror Nights!
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