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REVIEW: “The Kitchen” Restaurant in the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort Is As Forgettable As Its Name

July 6, 2020

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The Kitchen is located inside the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort. With the reopening of the parks and resorts, we’ve been making our way around the restaurants, sampling a bit of everything off of their limited menus. At this time, many of the restaurants have a smaller, condensed version of their original menus. … Read more

REVIEW: All Things Will Love This Delicious Chocolate Cat in the Hat Cupcake from Seuss Landing in Islands of Adventure

July 5, 2020

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If you find your craving for chocolate to be outstanding, then let us suggest a trip to Seuss Landing! Finding a snack can be quite exhausting, but not if you look for a bit of blue frosting! Snookers & Snookers Sweet Candy Cookers has quite a variety of snacks, from freshly roasted nuts to elaborate … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 7/2/20 (New UOAP Buttons, Holiday Weekend Crowds, New Face Masks, VelociCoaster Updates, and More)

July 3, 2020

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We’re gearing up for a busy holiday weekend here at Universal Orlando! The weather is beautiful and the crowds are out. Our first stop of the morning is to the Passholder Lounge for the new Bourne Stuntacular UOAP button. The button is available while supplies last, so make sure you grab one while you can. … Read more

REVIEW: Limited Time 4th of July Apple Pie Doughnut from Voodoo Doughnut is a Little Slice of Summer

July 2, 2020

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We always stop into Voodoo Doughnut at CityWalk in Universal Orlando, even if it’s just for a quick whiff of the smell of fried dough to wake up our senses. While on our last visit, we spotted a little pink sign above the rotating display case advertising an apple pie doughnut, topped with red, white, … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 6/29/20 (UOAP Mask Restock, “Love is Universal” Jersey, Fresh Roasted Nuts, Lots of Characters, More Food Stands Reopen, and More)

July 1, 2020

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Welcome to another beautiful day here at Universal Orlando. Let’s start our day at Universal Studios Florida. UOAP face masks have been restocked, along with Hello Kitty. We found them in the Universal Studios Store at the front of the park as well as the Passholder Lounge. A new “Love is Universal” long sleeved top … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 6/24/20 (Annual Passholder Discounts on Mobile Ordering, Magical Menagerie Reopens in Diagon Alley, The Bourne Stuntacular Technical Rehearsals Continue, and More)

June 25, 2020

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Good morning from Universal Orlando! The crowds are steady this morning, making their way through CityWalk towards the parks. In an effort to reduce contact between guests and Team Members, Universal is encouraging the use of mobile order for food and drink. You still have the option to order from the registers, should you need, … Read more

REVIEW: New Piña Colada Doughnut from Voodoo Doughnut at Universal CityWalk Orlando is a Tropical, Passholder-Exclusive Treat

June 18, 2020

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What a time to be a Universal Orlando Annual Passholder. There are so many benefits around the park, from free Coca-Cola Freestyle cups with food mobile order to the UOAP magnets and buttons, we’re really off to a great summer. If you’re looking for yet another benefit to being a passholder, be sure to stop … Read more

PHOTOS: Create and Personalize Apple Watch Bands, Phone Cases, and Magnets at U-Design Kiosks in Universal Orlando Resort

June 16, 2020

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If you’re looking for a personalized souvenir from your visit to Universal Orlando, we would suggest taking a look at the U-Design kiosks scattered throughout Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. These stations allow guests to choose from many different Universal themed phone case designs, magnets, and even Apple watch bands. Phone cases are $30 … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 6/11/20 (The Bourne Stuntacular Wardrobe, New Universal 30th Anniversary Face Mask, Character Meet and Greets, and More)

June 13, 2020

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Welcome to another beautiful, sunny day here at Universal Orlando. We’ve been starting our mornings in Universal Studios lately, but today we decided to switch it up and head over to Islands of Adventure first. There’s no denying that the entrance to the park is simply stunning. The crowds are trickling in this morning, and … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 6/10/20 (Socially-Distanced Characters, Low Crowds, Jurassic World Coaster Construction, Dole Whip, and More)

June 12, 2020

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Annie Wilson

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It’s a beautiful day to be back at Universal Orlando! We’re here bright and early to explore the parks. We decided to start the day at Universal Studios, so let’s get started. The weather is beautiful, and many of the characters are out greeting guests. We can’t help but smile under our face covering. There … Read more

REVIEW: Who Hash in a Can Proves We Like Green Eggs and Ham at Seuss Landing in Islands of Adventure

June 10, 2020

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Do you like Green Eggs and Ham? Most of us probably don’t know, because the Green Eggs and Ham quick-service location in Seuss Landing was closed for a very, very long time. There are just some things I never thought I’d live long enough to see, and the reopening of Green Eggs and Ham was … Read more

REVIEW: “Natural Selections” in Jurassic Park Hatches New Menu Featuring Dulce de Leche Churro, Beef Empanada, Chicharrones, and More

June 9, 2020

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Annie Wilson

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If you can hear your stomach growling over the roars of the Jurassic Park dinosaurs, then it might be time to grab some lunch. Thankfully, we’ve got plenty of options in Jurassic Park at Islands of Adventure. We’ve dined at Burger Digs and Thunder Falls Terrace this week, but now it is time to try … Read more

PHOTOS, REVIEW: Social Distance Dining at Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen at Universal Orlando’s CityWalk

June 1, 2020

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Annie Wilson

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CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort is now open, along with many of our favorite shops and restaurants. While checking out some of the latest social distancing markers added around the entrance of the parks, we decided to stop into the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen for a bite to eat. You can find … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal Orlando Resort Prepares for Reopening and More Venues Open Around CityWalk

June 1, 2020

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Annie Wilson

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Universal Orlando Resort is preparing to reopen all three of their theme parks, starting with soft openings for Team Members today and registered Annual Passholders leading up to the grand reopening on June 5. CityWalk, Universal Orlando’s smaller version of a “Disney Springs” shopping and dining district, reopened earlier this month with added health and … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Stunning “Beauty and the Beast” Themed Character Room at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel

April 3, 2020

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Annie Wilson

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If you’re looking for adventure in the great wide somewhere, we’d strongly suggest a trip to the Tokyo Disney Resort. While visiting the resort, guests can enjoy an even more magical stay by booking a character room at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel. These rooms are inspired by Alice in Wonderland, Tinker Bell, Cinderella, or Beauty … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour an “Alice in Wonderland” Character Room at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel

March 29, 2020

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If you’re dreaming of a trip to the Tokyo Disney Resort sometime in the future, there are many ways to make your stay more magical. One way to fully immerse yourself into everything the resort has to offer is by booking a character themed room at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel. We were lucky enough to … Read more

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