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It’s time — the Universal theme park in the UK is one step closer to officially starting construction.
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It was just announced that the UK Government has officially approved permission for Universal to plan for a Universal Destinations and Experiences theme park and resort in Bedford! Let’s take a look at the details that we know.
I love Disney World. I’ve been an Annual Passholder for years, my entire job is about Disney and travel, and I go to the parks roughly once a month (if not more)!
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I love the theme parks more than most, but it’s time to admit I might skip Disney World in 2026. I know, I can’t believe I’m even writing the words, but I have at least 5 reasons that you might agree with!
Universal Orlando has found a whole new way to keep us on our toes.
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You can plan for rope drop, chart out your most efficient walking route, and feel like you have cracked the vacation code, but the parks always have a surprise waiting for you. Some changes seem tiny at first and then end up shaking your entire morning strategy. For example, if there’s a certain Magical Motorbike ride you want to hit first, you might want to hear this before you set that alarm.
Ringing in the New Year at Universal Orlando is seriously a top-tier experience!
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We can hardly believe it, but we’re only a few weeks away from 2026! Universal Orlando Resort is going to ring in the New Year with a dazzling New Year’s Eve celebration you won’t want to miss. There will be live entertainment, a celebratory countdown, character appearances, and much more!
Could Batman be on his way to Universal Studios Resort in the future? Here’s what we know!
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Theme parks are no strangers to superhero-inspired attractions, from Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT to the rides in Marvel’s Super Hero Island at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. But could even more ultra-popular characters be added to Universal’s roster of superhero offerings in the future?
As Universal’s Epic Universe moves into its second year of operation in 2026, many guests are planning their first (or in some cases, return) visit to the resort’s newest theme park.
Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment
As someone who’s been visiting theme parks for well over 30 years, I can’t wait to get back to Epic Universe. The park’s detailed portals and headline attractions are some of the best I’ve ever personally experienced (I’m looking at you, Monsters Unchained), and I would highly recommend the park to other themed entertainment fans. Once you decide to go, the next question is when, and that’s where watching the calendar comes into play.
Universal’s refillable mug perk just got BETTER — for a limited time!
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The holidays are here at Universal Orlando, and the parks are sparkling with festive lights, seasonal shows, and holiday treats that are almost too cute to eat (almost). From dazzling decorations in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to festive performances and themed snacks across the park, there’s a little extra magic at every turn. Whether you’re visiting with family, friends, or just your love of all things theme park, Universal’s holiday offerings are the perfect mix of cheer, thrills, and mischief — and yes, there’s a festive beverage hack you’ll definitely want to know about.
While the Holiday Season may be here, theme park fans are humming “it’s the most wonderful time of the year” for a different reason: IAAPA!
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The IAAPA Expo – the annual industry trade show event put on by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions – took place from November 17th through the 21st in Orlando, featuring major announcements from theme park major players, including Legoland and SeaWorld.
Universal is making some SERIOUS moves when it comes to theme park expansions. Universal Horror Unleashed just opened in Las Vegas, and the company is also building a theme park in the U.K.
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Not only that, but a NEW Universal theme park in the U.S., Universal Kids Resort, is coming to Frisco, Texas. We’ve been keeping an eye on all the updates about this new park, but now, Universal has revealed even more details about what we can expect from Universal Kids Resort!
Universal Orlando has changed A LOT in the last year. I’ve been visiting for over 30 years now, and with the possible exception of 1999 (when Islands of Adventure, CityWalk, and the first Universal hotel opened), there has never been a more transformative year in the resort’s history, thanks to the opening of Epic Universe and its three hotels.
Wizarding Paris
This massive expansion is changing everything about Universal Orlando, from how many days it takes to see everything on property, to how the transportation system works, and even the Holidays. That’s right, Christmas at Universal is about to get… Epic.
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