Author: Brian Glenn

The Bourne Stuntacular is now open at Universal Studios Florida! Billed as the most technologically-advanced stunt show yet, the all-new show will immerse guests in the world of Jason Bourne through groundbreaking technology, including an immense LED screen and high-tech props, live performers, and practical effects. Universal gave a behind-the-scenes sneak peek last night, highlighting what brings the all-new show to life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9ljE-nBDyI&t=5s From our review, we felt The Bourne Stuntacular is the next evolution of stunt shows that without a doubt will entertain guests. You can read more of our review HERE. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all…

Universal Orlando has announced that The Bourne Stuntacular will grand open on June 30, 2020 at Universal Studios Florida. Billed as the most technologically-advanced stunt show yet, the all-new show will immerse guests in the world of Jason Bourne through groundbreaking technology, including an immense LED screen and high-tech props, live performers, and practical effects. To celebrate the opening of The Bourne Stuntacular, Universal Orlando will debut a virtual sneak peek of the show on June 29. The sneak peek will feature special guests from the Bourne film franchise, a behind-the-scenes look at what it took to bring the show…

Universal Orlando has announced it will resume billing monthly payments for annual passholders using the FlexPay program beginning on June 25, 2020. Monthly payments were postponed on March 25, 2020, after the resort shut down due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Monthly payments will resume on the passholders regularly scheduled payment date, starting with the first postponed payment. Payments will continue until the end of the term. Universal states that no more than one payment per month will be collected unless your account has a past due balance. All Annual and Seasonal Passes have automatically been extended by the number of…

The Bourne Stuntacular has opened at Universal Studios Florida for technical rehearsals, giving guests a chance to see the new stunt show before it officially opens to the public. The new show replaces the popular Terminator 2:3D attraction, which closed in September 2017. Before we get into our thoughts about the show, let’s talk about the Bourne property itself. While T2:3D was a beloved attraction, it was a licensed property. By 2017, it certainly started to show its age, and as iconic as the first 2 Terminator films are, the follow-up films have struggled in the Box Office. The last…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced they will be holding a virtual “Running Universal” race featuring DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls. Guests can virtually run in a 5K, 10K or Kids’ 1K “Running Universal” Virtual Race. Registration is now open at www.RunningUniversal.com with multiple standard and VIP packages available. Registration is limited and the Virtual Race can be completed at any time. The actual race event was originally scheduled to be held in April at Universal Studios Hollywood, however, it was canceled due to the Coronavirus pandemic. All participants will receive a collectible finisher medal featuring Trolls World Tour characters, complete with touchable…

Universal Studios Florida has opened The Bourne Stuntacular for technical rehearsals, also known as a soft opening. For those unfamiliar, a “Soft Opening” is essentially a technical rehearsal of a new attraction or a final release candidate test. All the major components are installed and operational but some tweaks, changes, and updates will occur prior to the grand opening. “Soft Openings” are never promised. There is no guarantee the attraction will be opening. It might only open for a period of time, all day, or not at all depending on any issues or changes. There is no set schedule or…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that CityWalk is now open, and will be opening in limited operations. Select venues will be opening for guests from 12–8 pm daily (and is subject to change). Additional venues will be added as the phased opening continues and hours of operation are subject to change. The following venues are: Eateries Blaze Pizza Buca di Beppo Crepe Café Johnny Rockets Pizza Hut/KFC Starbucks Taco Bell Voodoo Doughnut Shopping Guess Shoe Palace Skechers Each restaurant will have a limited menu and limited seating available. Self-parking will be complimentary, however, Valet parking will remain unavailable at this time.…

Today, Universal Studios Florida turns 30 years old. Officially opening on June 7, 1990, the park has become a staple in Orlando’s tourism district. To celebrate 30 years, let’s take a look at the history of the park, from development and all the way to today. Development (Pre-1990) “The beauty of our Florida property is that it’s just blank – we can plan this tour from the ground up with our guests in mind.” – Gordon Armstrong, executive vice president of MCA Recreation Services After the success of Universal Studios Hollywood and the popularity of the Studio Tour, Lew Wasserman,…

Universal Orlando opened up its theme parks to guests for the first time since its March closure due to the Coronavirus pandemic, with new guidelines. Passholders were amongst the first to check out the new procedures before the theme parks officially opened to the general public on Friday. Universal Orlando’s plans based on the “3 S’s” – screening, sanitization, and spacing – including face mask requirements, temperature screenings for employees and guests, reduced capacity, and improved cleaning and sanitization procedures. As guests park in the garages, Universal team members are making sure to stagger spaces to encourage social distancing, parking…

Universal has released this year’s “Love is Universal” edition, a line of pride merchandise that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community. Besides common items, such as shirts, mugs, and pins, there is also a “Love is Universal” facemask for sale ($6) Universal will donate 10% of the proceeds to the Zebra Coalition, an organization helping with housing and support systems for LGBTQ+ youth. Pride Month, which kicked off on June 1st, commemorates the Stonewall riots, which occurred at the end of June 1969 and recognize the impact LGBTQ+ people have had in the world.