Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Old Store Converted Into Seating in The Lost Continent at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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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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A covered section of The Lost Continent in Universal’s Islands of Adventure has been turned into a seating area for the nearby Doc Sugrue’s Kebab House. Doc Sugrue’s Kebab House is a quick-service food and beverage location. The adjacent covered area is now full of tables and chairs. This was once where custom coin minting … Read more

J. Jonah Jameson Statue Returns to Marvel Super Hero Island After Years

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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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The J. Jonah Jameson statue has returned to Marvel Super Hero Island in Universal’s Islands of Adventure after being missing for years. The statue can be found in the extended outdoor queue for The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. John “J.” Jonah Jameson Jr. is, of course, a Marvel legend, first appearing in Issue #1 of … Read more

Buy One Day, Get Two Free Florida Resident Ticket Offer Available Now Universal Orlando Resort

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Florida residents can now enjoy three days at Universal Orlando Resort for the price of one. 3 For 1 Ticket Offer at Universal Orlando Universal Orlando’s newest offer for Florida residents is available now and can be used on non-consecutive days until the offer expires on September 29, 2023. The special Florida resident offer grants … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 3/27/23 (E.T. Adventure Trees Removed, Universal Studios Exclusive Jurassic World Interactive Dinosaur Plush, and More)

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Annie Wilson

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It’s another beautiful day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. We’re back and ready to check out what’s happening today. There’s been some updates to Villain-Con, so let’s make our way over to Universal Studios Florida to see what’s new. The anticipation has been growing for the new attraction. We’ve been watching the entrance take … Read more

Marvel Super Hero Island Fruit Stand Receives New Sign at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

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A new “Fruit” sign has been installed at the Marvel Super Hero Island Fruit stand. This quick-service stand is located in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. New Colorful Fruit Sign at Universal’s Islands of Adventure A fresh sign has been installed at the fruit stand in Marvel Super Hero Island at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. While … Read more

Mardi Gras Booths Removed from Universal’s Islands of Adventure and CityWalk

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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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Though Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval lasts through April 16, the Universal’s Islands of Adventure and CityWalk Mardi Gras booths are now gone. Universal’s Islands of Adventure This was the first year there were Mardi Gras booths at Universal’s Islands of Adventure and CityWalk. Port of Entry in Universal’s Islands of Adventure was … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 3/23/23 (Halloween Horror Nights 32 Merchandise Reveal, Transformers Building Painted Blue, Villain-Con Update, and More)

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Annie Wilson

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Welcome back to another exciting day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. We’ve arrived bright and early to check in on all the latest updates happening around the park, so let’s get started at Universal Studios Florida. Villain-Con has been making a lot of progress very quickly. There have been new banners added along the … Read more

New Captain America & Iron Man Loungefly Mini Backpacks & Wallets Land at Universal Orlando Resort

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Malia Minckler

Malia has been a social media specialist at WDW News Today since January 2022. She is a lifelong Upstate New Yorker who enjoys watching and playing sports, illustration, and of course all things Disney! You can e-mail her at malia@wdwnt.com.

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All-new Loungefly mini backpacks, wallets, and a handbag inspired by ‘The Infinity Saga’ have arrived at the Marvel Alterniverse Store at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Let’s take a look! “Iron Man” 15th Anniversary Loungefly Mini-Backpack – $85 This entire bag is covered in a metallic red canvas material with gold accents of the same material … Read more

New Universal Studios Theme Park Exclusive Plush Toys Bring ‘Jurassic World’ Dilophosaurus & Pyroraptor to Islands of Adventure

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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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Two new Universal Studios Theme Park exclusive interactive plush toys, inspired by the Dilophosaurus and the Pyroraptor from “Jurassic World,” are now available at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. We found both of them in Islands of Adventure Trading Company. Interactive Sound Dilophosaurus Plush Toy – $55 The plush resembles a scaly green Dilophosaurus with an … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited-Edition Collectible Wand Channels 2023 Wizarding World Magic at Universal Studios Florida

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Jonathan D

Jonathan is a fan of cinema and theme parks, with particular admiration in Orlando for Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom. His favorite resort on Earth would be Disneyland Paris, which doesn't seem to get the full admiration it deserves. You can find him in the Hufflepuff Common Room by the kitchens at jonathan.doughty@wdwnt.com.

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Wizards and witches rejoice! A special 2023 collector’s edition wand is channeling all of the magical “Wizarding World of Harry Potter” vibes at Ollivanders Wand Shop inside Universal Studios Florida. Limited 2023 Edition Collectible Harry Potter Wand – $75 As wizards and witches visit Universal Studios Florida, fans of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter … Read more

New Stand Installed in Former Chomp Hot Dogs Location at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Matt Hesson

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A new structure has been installed in the former location of Chomp Hot Dogs in Marvel Super Hero Island at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. This new booth has been recently set up in Marvel Super Hero Island at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in the previous location of Chomp Hot Dogs, and the Fruit Stand. In … Read more

PHOTOS: Betty Boop Store Permanently Closed at Islands of Adventure to Become New Annual Passholder Lounge

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The Betty Boop Store in Universal’s Islands of Adventure has permanently closed to make way for the new Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Lounge. Betty Boop Store Universal Orlando Annual Passholders were able to enjoy their very own exclusive lounge at Universal Studios Florida, where they could relax and escape the crowds for a bit. Last … Read more

Me Ship, The Olive Refurbishment Extended at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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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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The refurbishment of Me Ship, The Olive at Universal’s Islands of Adventure has been officially extended through March 24, 2023. The refurbishment was originally scheduled to end on March 10. Just this week, we saw crews repainting the funnel of the ship, which is a water play area in Toon Lagoon. Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat … Read more

Crews Repainting Me Ship, The Olive at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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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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Though Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges and Wimpy’s have reopened in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Me Ship, The Olive remains closed for refurbishment. We saw crews touching up the paint on the ship’s funnel. Me Ship, The Olive is a water play area with slides, nets, and interactive games. Scaffolding currently surrounds the funnel and … Read more

Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges and Wimpy’s Reopen Following Refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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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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Grab your cans of spinach and head on down to Universal’s Islands of Adventure, as Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges have returned from refurbishment this week! Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges The swashbuckling raft ride closed back in late February for its annually-scheduled refurbishment, around the same time it closed last year as well. Walls … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 3/13/23 (Spring Break Crowds, Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges Reopens, Free Coca-Cola Mardi Gras Beads, and More)

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Annie Wilson

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Welcome to another beautiful day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. It’s the start of Spring Break, so we expect to see plenty of crowds around the parks today. Let’s get going and start the day at Universal Studios Florida first to see what’s new. It doesn’t feel too crazy yet, but it’s certainly much … Read more

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