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Universal Theme Parks See 25% Revenue Increase in First Quarter of 2023

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Comcast, the parent company of NBCUniversal, released their earnings report for quarter 1 of 2023, which ended on March 31. The earnings include a significant revenue increase for Universal theme parks. Comcast Q1 2023 Earnings “We delivered strong first quarter results as our team executed exceptionally well,” said Brian L. Roberts, Chairman and Chief Executive … Read more

Freelance Photographers Banned from Universal Beijing Resort

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Spencer Lloyd

Spencer Lloyd is a college student/parks addict living in Tokyo. He runs TDRPlans.com, a comprehensive source for information and travel planning related to Tokyo Disney Resort. And fun fact, he is the only person in history to have been in the same ride vehicle as Tom Corless.

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Following a string of complaints from guests, Universal Beijing Resort has officially banned the practice of freelance photo shoots sessions recently popularized on China’s Instagram equivalent. What’s more, photographers who offered this service are even being denied entry to the park! Chinese news outlet China Daily reports that several freelance photographers on the social media … Read more

Decade-Long ‘Harry Potter’ Series Adaptation Announced for Max, J.K. Rowling to Produce

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Spencer Lloyd

Spencer Lloyd is a college student/parks addict living in Tokyo. He runs TDRPlans.com, a comprehensive source for information and travel planning related to Tokyo Disney Resort. And fun fact, he is the only person in history to have been in the same ride vehicle as Tom Corless.

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After swirling rumors for years about a new long-form series adaptation of the “Harry Potter” series, HBO confirmed today that a full seven season adaptation of the books has been ordered for their Max streaming service. The series was announced today by Warner Bros. Discovery in a press release. The company described the series as … Read more

China Finally Reopening Borders to Foreign Tourists Starting March 15

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Spencer Lloyd

Spencer Lloyd is a college student/parks addict living in Tokyo. He runs TDRPlans.com, a comprehensive source for information and travel planning related to Tokyo Disney Resort. And fun fact, he is the only person in history to have been in the same ride vehicle as Tom Corless.

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Have you been looking forward to a visit to Shanghai Disneyland or Universal Beijing Resort while the pandemic has raged on? Well wait no more, as China has finally reopened its borders to the world in full to foreign tourists! Starting March 15, Chinese embassies around the world will begin processing tourist visas once again, … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Parks & Resorts Changes to Universal Destinations & Experiences

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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While addressing Universal Team Members in an internal video, Mark Woodbury, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Universal Parks & Resorts, announced that the division will change its name to Universal Destinations & Experiences. “When I started with the company, our division was called Universal Recreation Services Group,” stated Woodbury. “We had Hollywood Studio Tour and … Read more

BREAKING: New Universal Park in Frisco, Texas Approved by Local Government

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Eric Morton

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The Frisco, Texas City Council and the Frisco Planning and Zoning Commission voted to approve a Universal theme park planned for the Dallas suburb last night in a meeting that featured many vocal critics. The theme park, which will be located off of the Dallas North Tollway, is set to cater specifically to families with children … Read more

New Renderings Give Fresh Look at Universal Studios’ Proposed Frisco Park Ahead of City Council Zoning Permit Vote Tomorrow

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Justin Topa

Justin Topa has been a staff writer for WDW News Today since November 2022. A native of Scranton, Pa., Topa is almost always daydreaming about Walt Disney World. On days when he is not rope-dropping or resort-hopping, you could probably find Topa sulking at home with his two dogs. You can e-mail Topa at JustinT@WDWNT.com.

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As city council members prepare to vote on the zoning permit for a new, family-oriented Universal theme park planned for Frisco, Texas tomorrow, renderings that will be presented at the meeting give a fresh look at Universal Studios’ potential skyline. In a simulated map rendering prepared for tomorrow’s zoning permit meeting, a birdseye view shows proposed … Read more

China Dropping Quarantine, Seemingly Reopening Borders Starting January 8

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Spencer Lloyd

Spencer Lloyd is a college student/parks addict living in Tokyo. He runs TDRPlans.com, a comprehensive source for information and travel planning related to Tokyo Disney Resort. And fun fact, he is the only person in history to have been in the same ride vehicle as Tom Corless.

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Not even two months after the most recent closure of Shanghai Disneyland under China’s then-strict zero-COVID policy, a new report from the South China Morning Post suggests China’s borders will be reopening to the world on January 8 for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic emerged three years ago. China’s borders closed to foreigners … Read more

PHOTOS: All Four New Park-Exclusive Wizarding World of Harry Potter Wands at Universal Parks Worldwide

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JonS

Jon Self is an avid theme park fan. He has been writing and editing in the theme park media arena for several years. You can follow him at @pastorjonself on Twitter. Jon also writes for a few "foodie" sites and in the faith-based world for faithelement.net.

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Recently, an all-new collection of interactive wands debuted at Universal Parks across the world exclusively for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. One unique aspect of this collection involves the fact that each Universal Studios park or resort worldwide has their own exclusive wands only available there! Guests visiting one of the four locations with … Read more

Most of KidZone Closing in 2023, ‘Chucky’ HHN Houses Coming to Both Coasts Next Year, Details Released for Passholder Access to Super Nintendo World, and More: UPNT Weekly Recap (10/31/22-11/6/22)

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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We bring you a lot of stories. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Weekly Recap for October 31 – November 6, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort Welcome … Read more

Universal Beijing Resort Reopens After Brief COVID Closure

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Universal Beijing Resort has reopened after a COVID-related closure on October 26. The update from Universal states, “Based on the current pandemic situation, some attractions and shows may be temporarily unavailable, reduced, or adjusted due to the early stage of reopening. We will pay close attention to the local pandemic prevention and control policies and … Read more

Universal Theme Parks Revenue Increases Over 40% in 3rd Quarter of 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Comcast has released their report about the third quarter of 2022, in which they report a significant increase in revenue from Universal theme parks. The increase is partially thanks to Universal Beijing Resort, which opened last year, although it has had to close twice now due to COVID-19. U.S. and Japan theme parks have also … Read more

Universal Beijing Resort Forced to Close Indefinitely for the Second Time Amid Zero-COVID Policy in China

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Spencer Lloyd

Spencer Lloyd is a college student/parks addict living in Tokyo. He runs TDRPlans.com, a comprehensive source for information and travel planning related to Tokyo Disney Resort. And fun fact, he is the only person in history to have been in the same ride vehicle as Tom Corless.

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China’s unwavering and strict zero-COVID policy has forced Universal Beijing Resort to indefinitely close its gates once again as cases continue appearing in the nation’s capital. The following notice was posted on the Universal Beijing Resort website: “To comply with pandemic prevention and control, Universal Studios Beijing, Universal CityWalk Beijing, The Universal Studios Grand Hotel, … Read more

‘Halloween’ Announced for HHN, Hollywood Hosts First Pass Member Takeover, Executive Acknowledges UNDER OATH That ‘Fast & Furious – Supercharged’ is Rated Poorly: UPNT Weekly Recap (6/6/22-6/12/22)

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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We bring you a lot of stories. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Weekly Recap for June 6 – June 12, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort According … Read more

Universal Beijing Resort Reopening at 75% Capacity on June 14 and 15

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Universal Beijing Resort will reopen on June 15, after closing in early May due to a spike in COVID-19 cases. The Universal Studios Grand Hotel, NUO Hotel, and Universal CityWalk Beijing will reopen on June 14. Universal Studios Beijing will open on June 15, with controlled guest flow and stronger COVID-19 prevention measures. The resort … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Hiring 5,000 Team Members, Superstar Parade May Be Ending, Construction Walls Pushed Back at Mummy, and More: UPNT Weekly Recap (5/2/22-5/8/22)

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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We bring you a lot of stories. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Weekly Recap for May 2 – May 8, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort Greetings … Read more

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