Universal Orlando Resort Reveals UOAP-Exclusive Jurassic World Magnet, Menu Items, and More Perks for May 2023

Universal Orlando Resort has announced all of their Passholder Bonus Benefits for May 2023, including a new UOAP magnet and exclusive menu items. Passholder Bonus Benefits will be available from May 1 to May 26, 2023. Exclusive Entrance Passholders can enter Universal’s Islands of Adventure through an exclusive entrance from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. … Read more

Universal Files Trademarks for New Epic Universe Hotels, Changes Hotel Naming Convention

Universal Destinations & Experiences have filed trademarks for the names of three new Epic Universe hotels that no longer use the standard possessive apostrophe of other Universal Orlando Resort hotels. Twitter user @CygnusParkYT was the first to notice the trademarks and the change. These three resort hotels would be connected to or near Epic Universe, … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Orlando Resort Starting Wage Moving to $17 Per Hour, Providing Raises to Existing Team Members

Universal Orlando Resort has just announced to Team Members that they are raising starting wages to $17 per hour effective June 4, 2023. In addition, many Team Members will receive an increase based on the new rates and their time with the company. Here is the full letter with those details and more that was … Read more

REVIEW: Trying New Ice Cream, Smoothies, Sundaes, and More from Shakes Malt Shoppe at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Shakes Malt Shoppe is now open at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, and we couldn’t be more excited! This new location offers guests some delicious new treats and we had to stop by to try them all. Whether you’re grabbing a smoothie after hitting the Jack LaLane gym or indulging in a banana split after … Read more

Top Creatives Announce Retirement, Opening Date Announced for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood, and More: UPNT Weekly Recap (12/12/22-12/18/22)

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 December 12 – December 18, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort Universal … Read more

Shakes Malt Shoppe Opens at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort

After a few months of construction, the new Shakes Malt Shoppe has opened in the lobby of Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort. The malt shoppe offers shakes, sundaes, smoothies, and baked goods. There are new counters and stools around the conversation pit, which we were happy to see is still intact. A retrofuture clock overlooks … Read more

Universal’s Great Movie Escape Opens in Orlando, Pteranodon Flyers Closed Indefinitely, New Harry Potter Interactive Wands Debut, and More: UPNT Weekly Recap (12/5/22-12/11/22)

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 December 5 – 11, 2022. Universal Parks and Resorts Universal … Read more

Water Taxi Service Returns to Universal Orlando Resort After Dock Refurbishment

Water taxi service has returned to Universal Orlando Resort after a week-long refurbishment of the CityWalk dock. Water taxis transport guests to and from the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, and Loews Sapphire Falls Resort. Guests can also walk from the hotels to CityWalk, which takes five to fifteen … Read more

Universal Orlando Water Taxi Service Suspended Through December 7

Universal Orlando Resort’s water taxi service from its nearby hotels to Universal CityWalk Orlando has been temporarily suspended through December 7. The dock at Universal CityWalk Orlando is currently undergoing a short refurbishment, which means the service will be unavailable. Guests at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, and … Read more

Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort Tree Lighting Ceremony at Universal Orlando Resort

We were at the Universal Orlando Resort to check out the 8th annual Cabana Bay Tree Lighting Ceremony. It was a festive evening filled with holiday cheer for everyone. A very fit-looking Santa, who was also part of an acrobat performance, greeted guests. Guests can have their picture taken with the Big Guy. He sits … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Offering 2 Extra Days Free With 2-Day Tickets, Construction Speeds Up on Entrance to Future Minions ‘Villain-Con’ Attraction, and More: UPNT Weekly Recap (11/21/22-11/27/22)

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 November 21 – November 27, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort Universal … Read more

NEW Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort Refillable Tumblers Available for Christmas 2022

Two new Cabana Bay Beach Resort refillable tumblers are now available at Universal Orlando Resort in time for the holidays! Cabana Bay Beach Resort Refillable Christmas Tumbler — $10.50-19.00 These new tumblers are identical, save for the lids and handles which are either red or green. The tumbler features the Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Orlando Resort Closing Due to Hurricane Ian

Universal Orlando Resort has just announced their theme parks and CityWalk will be closing due to Hurricane Ian. All three locations will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday. The closure affects Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal’s Volcano Bay Water Theme Park, and Universal CityWalk Orlando. At this time, the resort hotels are … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit, Comcast CEO Says Universal is ‘Gaining Share’ on Disney Parks, and More: UPNT Weekly Recap (9/12/22-9/18/22)

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 September 12 – September 18, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort Universal … Read more

Halloween Decorations Displayed in Cabana Bay Beach Resort for Halloween Horror Nights 31

Swizzle Lounge at Cabana Bay Beach Resort has certainly gotten in to the Halloween spirit with new pumpkin displays around the bar and lounge. Keeping with the 1950s theme, there is a sign reading “Mr. Carver’s Best Selection of Pumpkins est. 1950.” The sign was originally seen in The Wicked Growth: Realm of the Pumpkin … Read more

Two NEW Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort Halloween Refillable Tumblers Available

Two new Cabana Bay Beach Resort refillable tumblers are now available at Universal Orlando Resort! Both feature colorful designs that scream mid-century Halloween. The purple Cabana Bay Beach Resort Halloween refillable tumbler features a friendly scarecrow, and a trick-or-treating mummy. They are shown at the pumpkin patch entrance with a full moon and bats flying … Read more