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Top Five Tips to Universal's Mardi Gras

1/30/2023

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Universal's Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval is less than 30 days away, and Keri's ready to stuff her face with beignets. Starting February 4, this celebration will run until April 16, 2023. This year, the party doesn't stop at Universal Studios Florida. Guests will experience the energy throughout CityWalk Orlando, Universal's Islands of Adventure, and Universal's Volcano Bay. So join us as we break down our top tips to party all the way to your car.
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Save Up To 20% Off at B Resorts

1/13/2023

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – (January 11, 2023) – This winter season, lifestyle hotel brand B Hotels & Resorts is giving travelers a way to seek refuge from dropping temperatures and enjoy the warm winter fun in Florida with its Winter Escapes* promotion. Sunbathers and thrill seekers can save up to 20% on stays of two nights or more before April 16, 2023, at the brand’s collection of resorts in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and the Florida Keys. Travelers can book this great deal using promo code BWINTER before March 19.


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Parking, Reservations Genie +, and More

1/11/2023

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Multiple exciting announcements arrived for theme park fans from Walt Disney World, including the TRON Lightcycle Run opening date at Magic Kingdom (April 4, 2023) as well as the return of the “Happily Ever After” (April 3, 2023) Let's dive into all the latest information about Walt Disney World. Join us as we look at a few changes Disney has made to improve the guest experience.
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Universal in Texas and Vegas?

1/11/2023

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Per Bloomberg, Universal Parks & Resorts(UPR) is planning two all-new regional concepts. Announced today(01/22/23), Plans on opening an all-new family-themed park in Frisco, Texas. Universal aims for the resort to be a family-focused resort created specifically for younger kids. Universal acquired 97 acres of land in the Dallas suburb of Frisco, Texas, for this project. The project is supposed to include rides, shows and a hotel, as well as character meet and greets with Universal and DreamWorks characters like Minions and Shrek. "The property is to have a different look and feel than Universal's existing parks in Orlando and Hollywood. According to KDAF CW33, Universal stated, ​​

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New Year's Eve at American Kitchen

12/20/2022

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B Resort & Spa is making this New Year’s Eve one to remember by rolling out a special four-course dinner menu at its signature restaurant, American Kitchen Bar & Grill. Known for its modern amenities and chic sophistication, B Resort & Spa is a family-friendly destination for all. Available on December 31, the resort’s special dinner menu includes:
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Eve at Universal Studios Hollywood

12/17/2022

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Universal Studios Hollywood rings in 2023 with EVE, Hollywood’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebration featuring music entertainment, a brilliant fireworks display and access to select rides and attractions, on Saturday, December 31 with extended hours until 2:00 a.m.
Included in the price of theme park admission, EVE is the ultimate way to bid farewell to 2022 and usher in 2023 that begins with a full day of fun, enjoying popular and award-winning rides and attractions, before transitioning to the new year in a park-wide celebration and special midnight countdown.


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USH Super Nintendo World

12/15/2022

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On Friday, February 17, 2023, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, an innovative, immersive, and highly-anticipated themed land, officially opens at Universal Studios Hollywood.
This all-new land will be filled with vibrant colors and architectural ingenuity located within a newly expanded area of Universal Studios Hollywood. SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will feature the groundbreaking “Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge” ride. Guests will also find many interactive activities designed to include the entire family. Along with themed dining at the Toadstool Cafe™ and shopping at the 1-UP Factory™ retail store, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will be an inspiring, game-changing addition to the world-famous theme park.
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  • Power-Up Band™: These wearable, state-of-the-art wristbands sync with Universal Studios Hollywood’s free downloadable app to level-up the guest experience within the land and enhance its many interactive elements. These include, but are not limited to, keeping individual and team scores, collecting digital coins and obtaining keys after winning challenges throughout the land. Power-Up Bands will also invite guests to enjoy extra-special interactions with Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach. They will come in six design options with character themes and will be available for purchase both within the land and at SUPER NINTENDO WORLD retail shops located in the theme park and on CityWalk.


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Holiday Inn Across From Universal.

10/28/2022

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*Disclaimer* Performance Hospitality Management invited the team to spend one (1) night at Holiday Inn and Suites Across From Universal.
As we start our coverage of hotels off-site but nearby Universal Orlando, we made our way to Holiday Inn and Suites. The official title of this hotel is the Holiday Inn and Suites Across From  Univeral Orlando. As the name indicates, this hotel resides within a reasonable walking distance. This Holiday Inn classifies as a small to mid-sized hotel with 390 rooms. The hotel has a modern look and feel. Also, the hotel has a unique feature, being connected via an indoor walkway to a TGI Friday. We’ll talk about that more soon. In addition, this Holiday Inn and Suites offers 13,000 square feet of event space for around 400 eventgoers. ​
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Rock the Universe 2023

10/13/2022

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Florida’s biggest Christian music festival, Rock the Universe at Universal Orlando Resort, is back for its 25th year, January 27-29. The rocking weekend kicks off Friday night with performances by GRAMMY-nominated rock band, Skillet, Northern Irish folk-rock worship band, Rend Collective, Dove award-winning band Bethel Music, and more. The festival continues Saturday night with performances by GRAMMY award-winning singer Zach Williams, Billboard’s #1 Hot Christian Song artist Matthew West, and more. For the entire weekend lineup, visit www.RocktheUniverse.com.
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Best Eats at HHN 2022

9/11/2022

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​Guests must be 21 years or older to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly.
We are into week three of Halloween Horror Nights 2022 Orlando. We can't wait to experience The Weeknd house again. This year, Universal has incorporated most of the food booths into the storylines for the houses or scare zones. The efforts of Universal's Culinary Team will fully immerse guests into the storytelling of the Universal Creative Team. Join us as we talk about the best eats at Halloween Horror Nights 31. ​
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