The theme park industry is getting more and more competitive as parks continue to build new rides & attractions to keep the guests coming back on a regular basis. Although IP (Intellectual Property) and attraction theming has been popular as of yet, the thrill of a roller coaster ride still dominates the theme park landscape….
The Universal Orlando Resort is one of the premier vacation destinations not only in Florida but throughout the entire world. Universal is known for its world renowned thrill rides & attractions as well as the Wizarding World of Harry Potter (Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley). Beyond just the theme parks and attractions, guests that there are so…
Are you planning a trip to Universal Orlando and looking for a pet-friendly hotel to accommodate your furry friend? As of 2025, guests will find that there area total of four pet-friendly on-site resort hotels at The Universal Orlando Resort. All four of these resort hotels at Universal are managed by Lowes Hotels and are part…
Unlike its neighbor to the south (Walt Disney World), the theme parks at the Universal Orlando Resort are better known for their “thrill” rides and attractions as well as its less family-friendly events like Halloween Horror Nights. So if you have children ages 12 and under, should you not consider Universal Orlando for your family vacation…
The Universal Orlando Resort is one of the premier vacation destinations not only in Florida but throughout the entire world. Universal is mostly known for its thrill rides & attractions as well as the Wizarding World of Harry Potter (at Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley) so it appeals primarily to teens, tweens and adults. Unlike Walt Disney World which is known worldwide…
The DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando is one of the closest off-site hotels to the Universal Orlando Resort. This full service hotel is a Universal Partner Hotel which features 742 rooms and suites within two, nineteen story buildings. Originally constructed in 1973 as the Sheraton Twin Towers Hotel, the DoubleTree underwent a comprehensive renovation…
The Universal Orlando Resort has always been synonymous with groundbreaking entertainment, and their latest nighttime extravaganza, CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular, is no exception. This awe-inspiring lagoon show, which debuted on June 14th, 2024, promises to take visitors on a mesmerizing journey through the magic of cinema, combining state-of-the-art technology with the timeless allure of film scores….
Universal Orlando Resort has unveiled its largest and most spectacular daytime parade yet, the Universal Mega Movie Parade. This highly-anticipated event boasts an impressive lineup of floats and performers, including dancers, skaters, and stilt walkers. Guests can expect to be mesmerized by the mix of special effects and captivating performances as fan-favorite films leap off the screen and…
The Hard Rock Hotel is one of the most fun and exciting resort hotels at the Universal Orlando Resort. Originally opened in 1999 as part of a major expansion to Universal, the 650-room hard Rock Hotel has a unique Spanish mission design to compliment a staggering amount of rock décor and memorabilia. This full-service resort hotel is our favorite…
The Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is one of the best, if not the best, on-site hotels at the Universal Orlando Resort. Originally opened in 1999 as part of a major expansion to Universal, the 750-room Portofino Bay Hotel has a unique Italian design / theming transporting guests to the Portofino harbor on the Italian Riviera. This full service…