Around the Universe returns with a look at all the projects and goings-on around the Universal Orlando Resort.
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October 18, 2014 – This week brought more movement within the theme park, so let’s get moving on this epic photo update. Construction continues at a feverish pace as the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Springfield, Fast and Furious: Supercharged, and more are being built simultaneously all within the same park. Universal Studios Hollywood is currently working on more construction sites at one time than any other period in the theme park’s 50 year history. So without further ado, let’s get started. Park Update Index » Lankershim Boulevard » Parking Lot Expansion » Louie’s Pizza and Ben & Jerry’s »…
Around the Universe takes a look at the construction at Cowfish, Sapphire Falls Resort, and a night at Halloween Horror Nights 24.
Around the Universe returns to take a look at Halloween Horror Nights 24 and Kongstruction!
September 29, 2014 – Inside Universal has learned that Things From Another World will be relocating to the former Game Stop location. According to store employees, Things From Another World could close their current store sometime towards the end of October or beginning of November. Game Stop closed in August of this year. As Universal Studios Hollywood continues its epic transformation, changes are not only occurring inside the park, but in CityWalk as well. In an effort to expand the flagship store, some sources cite that CityWalk may be looking to expand the Universal Studio Store. For the increase in…
September 26, 2014 – In this episode, Jonathan Green and Jon Fu discuss the demolition of Soundstage 28 and the VIP Experience at Halloween Horror Nights 2014. Audio Direct download: September 23, 2014 PodcastiTunes link: (016) September 23, 2014 Podcast Jonathan Green Jonathan Green is the managing editor of Inside Universal. Jonathan has been going to Universal for over 25 years, developing a deep passion for the theme park and its historic films. His real passion involves Universal Studios Hollywood’s storied past and how it eventually transformed from a movie studio into a theme park. You may contact Jonathan at…
Around the Universe returns with a look at last minute Horror Nights prep, Cowfish, and more Kongstruction!
September 8, 2014 – The summer season has finally come to a close as Universal begins preparing for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights event. Construction continues to thrive at Universal with additional walls popping up this week. With the closure of Flintstone’s Bar-B-Q and Louie’s renovation, the Upper Lot has become even more congested. From the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to Fast and Furious: Supercharged, construction crews are working around the clock. So without further ado, let’s begin our journey. Park Update Index » Lankershim Boulevard » Parking Lot Expansion » The Wizarding World of Harry Potter » Fast…
September 7, 2014 – In this episode, Chris Lord and Jonathan Green discuss Soundstage 28, House of Horrors, Flintstones, Louie’s and Halloween Horror Nights 2014. Editor’s note: In this podcast, it was referenced that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley would be open for Halloween Horror Nights. According to the Halloween Horror Nights’ official website, the land will be closed off during the nighttime event. Audio Direct download: September 6, 2014 PodcastiTunes link: (015) September 6, 2014 Podcast Jonathan Green Jonathan Green is the managing editor of Inside Universal. Jonathan has been going to Universal for over…
Our weekly photo update returns with looks at the latest construction around the parks and some Horror Nights set-up.