https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/universal parks & resorts/ Universal Parks & Resorts News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-06-16T12:44:04+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-resumes-work-on-epic-universe-following-covid-19-shutdown/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-resumes-work-on-epic-universe-following-covid-19-shutdown/ Work is resuming on the new Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe following a slowdown following the Covid-19 pandemic. Work on the park paused in July. Thu, 04 Mar 2021 09:01:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/super-nintendo-world-to-open-in-japan-in-february/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/super-nintendo-world-to-open-in-japan-in-february/ The location brings to life a highly themed land featuring legendary worlds, characters and adventures where guests will be able to play inside their favourite Nintendo games. Tue, 01 Dec 2020 06:46:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-orlando-resort-to-reopen-next-week/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-orlando-resort-to-reopen-next-week/ Universal Parks & Resorts has announced plans to begin a phased reopening of Universal Orlando Resort from June 5th. The reopening will include a “wide range of new and enhanced best practice health, safety and hygiene procedures” based on guidelines from the CDC.  Mon, 25 May 2020 09:27:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aventura-hotel-opens-at-universal-orlando-resort/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aventura-hotel-opens-at-universal-orlando-resort/ Staying in the heart of Universal Orlando, guests at Universal’s Aventura Hotel enjoy exclusive theme park benefits and hotel amenities at a price perfect for value-savvy travellers. Fri, 17 Aug 2018 06:52:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/universal-studios-hollywood-announces-new-jurassic-world-ride/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/universal-studios-hollywood-announces-new-jurassic-world-ride/ In 2019, colossal, dimensional dinosaurs will once again roam the earth and astound guests when Universal Studios Hollywood debuts an all-new technologically-advanced epic adventure inspired by Universal Pictures’ blockbuster film franchise: welcome to the Jurassic World Ride. Mon, 14 May 2018 07:44:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-studios-unveils-new-harry-potter-night-show/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-studios-unveils-new-harry-potter-night-show/ Guests are being invited to see The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in a whole new light with Universal Studios Hollywood set to introduce its all-new The Night-time Lights at Hogwarts Castle experience. Mon, 22 May 2017 06:24:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nintendo-to-bring-themed-worlds-to-universal-parks-resorts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nintendo-to-bring-themed-worlds-to-universal-parks-resorts/ Nintendo-themed areas are coming to Universal Studios Japan, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. These will be expansive, immersive and interactive and will be highly themed and authentic environments filled with multiple attractions, shops and restaurants. The new themed areas come as the result of a global partnership between Universal Parks & Resorts and Nintendo – two icons of the entertainment world. Wed, 30 Nov 2016 04:11:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-horror-story-headed-for-universal-studios/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-horror-story-headed-for-universal-studios/ One of the most horrifying and wickedly gruesome shows in television history is bleeding off the screen. “American Horror Story,” FX’s critically-acclaimed, Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning television series that has terrorised viewers for five suspenseful instalments, will come to life at “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood, beginning in September. Wed, 17 Aug 2016 08:51:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-walking-dead-attraction-opens-at-universal-studios-hollywood/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-walking-dead-attraction-opens-at-universal-studios-hollywood/ Universal Studios Hollywood unlocked the iconic “Don’t’ Open, Dead Inside” doors to usher in its all-new “The Walking Dead” permanent daytime attraction, based on AMC’s top-rated television series and the most watched show in cable television history. The attraction officially opens to the public on July 4th. Thu, 30 Jun 2016 22:39:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-set-for-2016-opening-at-universal-studi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-set-for-2016-opening-at-universal-studi/ The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will open at Universal Studios Hollywood on April 7th 2016. More than five years in the making, and inspired by J.K. Rowling’s compelling stories and characters that were brought to life in the Warner Bros. films, the attraction is being masterfully recreated with impeccable detail as a real-world interpretation at Universal Studios Hollywood. Tue, 15 Dec 2015 10:38:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nintendo-signs-on-with-universal-for-park-experiences/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nintendo-signs-on-with-universal-for-park-experiences/ Nintendo and Universal Parks & Resorts have announced plans to bring the world of Nintendo to life at Universal theme parks – creating spectacular, dedicated experiences based on Nintendo’s wildly popular games, characters and worlds. The agreement brings two icons of entertainment together and represents a significant partnership for Nintendo as it expands the reach and popularity of its characters and intellectual property. Wed, 13 May 2015 09:22:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mike-west-executive-producer-universal-creative-universal-studios-orlando-f/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mike-west-executive-producer-universal-creative-universal-studios-orlando-f/ Mike West, Executive Producer, Universal Creative, talks to Breaking Travel News at World Travel Market 2012 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 12:55:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/historic-year-for-universal-orlando-resort/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/historic-year-for-universal-orlando-resort/ American Express cardmembers who visit the iconic Universal Orlando Resort will be able to enjoy the benefits of a brand-new air-conditioned lounge with complimentary beverages and electronic charging stations within Universal Studios Florida theme park from May 2012. This is the latest in a raft of new entertainment experiences being rolled out by Universal, marking more new developments for 2012 than during any other year in its history. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:00:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-pictures-celebrates-100-years-of-movie-memories/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-pictures-celebrates-100-years-of-movie-memories/ Universal will mark its 100th anniversary in 2012, and will commemorate its centennial with a year-long celebration honoring the studio’s rich film history and cultural legacy. Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:30:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-set-for-universal-studios-hollywood/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-set-for-universal-studios-hollywood/ Warner Bros and Universal Parks & Resorts have announced a partnership to bring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – the popular theme park experience – to Universal Studios Hollywood. The two companies also announced plans to significantly expand the original Harry Potter park at Universal Orlando Resort, which debuted in June 2010. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:23:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-studios-singapore-opens-to-public/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-studios-singapore-opens-to-public/ In true Hollywood style, some of the biggest superstars from East and West – international action star Jet Li, international screen icon Maggie Cheung, renowned pop-artist and former American Idol judge Paula Abdul and Chinese cinema darling and pop artiste Vicki Zhao Wei, as well as many of Singapore’s very own local artistes – all converged to celebrate and take part in the Grand Opening events for Universal Studios Singapore. Tue, 31 May 2011 17:05:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-studios-singapore-to-open-28-may-2011/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-studios-singapore-to-open-28-may-2011/ Universal Studios Singapore will celebrate its Grand Opening on Saturday, 28 May 2011, a day when Hollywood and Asian celebrities, park guests, government officials, annual pass holders and theme park executives will come together to commemorate and officially open Southeast Asia‟s No. 1 theme park. Mon, 18 Apr 2011 19:00:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ms-alice-norsworthy-exec-vice-president-marketing-sales-universal-studios-f/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ms-alice-norsworthy-exec-vice-president-marketing-sales-universal-studios-f/ Sun, 14 Nov 2010 19:59:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grand-opening-of-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-at-universal-orlando-r/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grand-opening-of-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-at-universal-orlando-r/ One of the most widely anticipated theme park entertainment experiences ever created - The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort - is set for a public grand opening on June 18. Fri, 26 Mar 2010 11:21:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/interview-carly-reed-head-of-public-relations-universal-orlando-florida/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/interview-carly-reed-head-of-public-relations-universal-orlando-florida/ BTN interviews Carly Reed, Head of Public Relations, Universal Orlando, Florida on winning World’s Leading Theme Park at the 16th annual World Travel Awards staged at the five-star Grosvenor House, a JW Hotel in London Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:07:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-reveals-harry-potter-park/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/universal-reveals-harry-potter-park/ Universal Orlando Resort has announced the opening of a new attraction next spring – the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The 20-acre theme site will be located within the Islands of Adventure theme park and feature rides, shops and restaurants that recreate the world of Harry Potter. 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