Aerial photographs of Universal Studios Florida reveal that major construction has begun on the site once occupied by Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, even though Universal has not yet announced what the replacement attraction will be.
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Universal Studios Orlando Reveals Minions to Take Over Shrek’s Spot
Bananas found around Universal Studios Orlando were hinting that the theme park will use the soon-to-be demolished Shrek 4-D location for a new Minions attraction. Now the bananas have materialized into flat-out promotion with Minion stickers adorning the walls around...
Shrek 4-D Prepares to Close After Nearly Twenty Years
It seems that Shrek is heading back to his swamp, though Donkey may still stay. Boulder complimenting will have to wait for now. Universal Studios Orlando is about to say goodbye to our favorite green ogre, his shape-shifting princess bride, and one...
Omicron Now Dominant Strain Around Disney World
It's not the sort of job anybody at That Park Place would want, but reports are that testing done on sewage around the county where Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, and Sea World are located show Omicron to be the dominant strain of COVID-19. It should be...
Quick-Witted Grinch at Universal Orlando Trends on TikTok
Theme park blogger and YouTube personality, Alessa Dufresne, has gone trending on TikTok with a video featuring banter with The Grinch from Universal Studios Orlando. In the short video, the actor playing The Grinch is nimble with quick banter about eyelashes. The...
Is a Connected Hotel Coming with Epic Universe?
Prior concept art had alluded to the possibility of a connected hotel, but now Universal Parks News Today has seen a survey that indicates it may be more than just artwork... It's a short one today, but worthy of our attention. Universal Parks News Today has...
Unlimited Trips to Universal Studios for Military Families Now Available
Military families interested in Universal Studios Orlando might want to check out the military-only "annual pass" cleverly named the 2022 Military Freedom Pass. For just $200 per ticket, military members and their families can go to Universal Studios Orlando theme...
Mannheim Steamroller Returns to Universal Studios Orlando Resort this Christmas
The sounds of Christmas are going to be on impressive display in 2021 as Universal Studios Orlando has just announced the return of Manheim Steamroller! Live performances will be made available on December 4th, 5th, 11th and 12th....
Orlando Theme Parks Begin Gearing Up for Christmas
Featured Image Courtesy: George Rimel It's not even Halloween yet, but already the Orlando theme parks are working hard to prepare for a big holiday season. With the pandemic having shut down most festivities last year, the tourism industry is eager to see a very...
Universal Studios Hollywood Now Requiring Masks Regardless of Vaccination Status
The rules for California and the rules for Florida have been drastically different during the pandemic. That Park Place takes no political position or medical position other than recommending readers talk to their doctors about medical concerns. If only Universal...
Universal Studios and SeaWorld in Orlando Decline Vaccinated Masking
Featured Image Courtesy: Bioreconstruct Walt Disney World Resort has changed its policy in the past week in response to new guidelines by the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Now, guests are required to wear masks again indoors regardless of vaccination status. The...
New Military Discounted Ticket Pricing Available for Universal Studios
Shades of Green Universal Studios Ticket Prices are now available for US Military members and their families. For Disney World Military discount prices, click here. Take a look at the information prices below: Prices are listed by the following - Adult 10+, Adult 10+...