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The holiday season at Universal Orlando Resort is a magical time filled with festive cheer, unique entertainment, and delightful treats. Check out what you can expect when you visit during Christmastime!

5. Volcano Bay Universal's Volcano Bay is a "wet" theme park.  There are a variety of rides and experiences for thrill seekers to relaxation finders so there's something for everyone.  And, the food at Volcano Bay is even a notch above what many would expect.  You can add this 4th park to your Universal tickets for a small upcharge, and it's totally worth it! This park will be closed from October 26, 2026, to March 24, 2027 for refurbishment. 4. Rides for Thrill-Seekers (but also lots for families) Epic Universe, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida have some amazing coasters and thrill rides.  The coasters you can see towering from a distance are The Incredible Hulk at Islands of Adventure and the all new Stardust Racers at Epic Universe. There are also Doctor Doom's Fearfall, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, and Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Islands of Adventure, The Mummy, and Harry ...

Get Ready for a Whole New Universe of Adventure! Universal Orlando Resort is about to change the theme park game forever with the grand opening of Epic Universe on MAY 22, 2025! As travel experts and theme park fanatics, we couldn’t be more excited to dive into all the thrilling details. If you’re planning your trip, buckle up—because we’ve got the ultimate guide with all the tips, information, and must-do's to make the most of your Epic Universe experience! What is Epic Universe? Epic Universe is Universal’s most ambitious expansion yet, adding an entirely new theme park to the Orlando lineup. This isn’t just another park—it’s a full-fledged universe with innovative lands, cutting-edge attractions, and immersive experiences that will transport guests to different worlds like never before. Think bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than anything Universal has done before! The 5 Lands of Epic Universe 1. Celestial Park (The Hub of Epic Universe) Rides: Stardust Racers – A thril...

There are 8 themed areas or islands to explore at Universal Islands of Adventure: Port of Entry, Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, Skull Island: Reign of Kong, Jurassic Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Hogsmeade, The Lost Continent, and Seuss Landing. With over 19 rides and attractions, 3 shows, plus several character encounters, entertainment, kids' play areas, dining and shopping options, there's a ton to see and do at Universal Islands of Adventure.  Here's my list of the top ten Must Do's at Universal Islands of Adventure: 10. Dine at Mythos Restaurant If you're looking for a great table service restaurant, look no further than Mythos Restaurant! This award-winning restaurant is one of only two table service restaurants located at Universal Islands of Adventure. The menu features a mix of Mediterranean, Asian and American cuisine. This is by far my favorite restaurant in all of the Universal Orlando Resort! You can read my full review of this res...

Universal Orlando Resort has branded itself as the more grown-up vacation destination in central Florida. With advertising campaigns like "kids grow up, so do vacations" and "grow bolder", it should be no surprise that there are many attractions at the Universal Theme Parks with height requirements.  If you're visiting the Universal Orlando Theme Parks with little ones, it's very important to familiarize yourself with the ride height requirements so you know which attractions your little ones can, and can't ride, based on their height. You'll find these helpful signs with height requirements for all of the attractions when you enter the Universal Orlando Theme Parks. Universal Studios Florida 34 inches - E.T. Adventure 36 inches - Trolls Trollercoaster 40 inches - Despicable Me Minion Mayhem 40 inches - Fast & Furious - Supercharged 40 inches - Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon 40 inches - The Simpsons Ride 40 inches - TRANSFORMERS: The...

Located on The Lost Continent of Universal's Islands of Adventure, Mythos is an award-winning, full-service restaurant that offers an otherworldly experience. If you've ever been to Universal's Islands of Adventure, you've undoubtedly walked by this restaurant with its towering rock formations, waterfalls and ancient figures carved into the side of the building. The restaurant has been calling to me for years and I was finally able to give it a try. When you enter the restaurant, it feels like you've entered a cavernous grotto from another world. There are oceanic and mythical touches throughout the indoor dining room and there's also outdoor seating with great views of the park. View from our table The menu features a mix of Mediterranean, Asian and American cuisine including Spanakopita Dip, Pad Thai and a Bacon Cheeseburger. There's also a kids menu for little ones and a dessert menu featuring Chocolate Banana Gooey Cake.  On our first visit to Mythos, we...