What's the perfect recipe for Universal's emerging success in Orlando? It all starts in the 1980s, so be sure to catch up on Part One of this feature if you haven't already. Then, flash forward to the end of the 20th century. After decades of being the underdog to the impenetrable Walt Disney World

The Universal Orlando Resort does not offer a huge amount to do for very small children. However, if you have young kids in your party, there are still things to enjoy. Unlike Walt Disney World (and particularly the Magic Kingdom), which offers dozens of rides that can be enjoyed by kids of almost

A rundown of the top 10 drop rides at theme parks all over the world - as rated by Theme Park Tourist readers. Regular readers of Theme Park Tourist will know that we recently launched the TPT100 , a constantly-updated list of the top 100 theme park rides and attractions in the world. The list is

Is the tide finally changing in Orlando? What chance does Universal have to finally take on Walt Disney World? Without a single hesitation, Walt Disney World is recognized as the leader of the theme park industry. How could it be anything but? Walt Disney World is a sort of perfect storm

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of November 17, 2013. Walt Disney World: MyMagic+: Walt Disney World cast members will now check resort guests' MagicBands to determine if they are eligible for Extra Magic Hours before entering the park

If rumors are to believed, King Kong could be on his way back to Universal Orlando. In the meantime, let's take a look back at his original incarnation at Universal Studios Florida. Inspired by the King Kong section of the world-famous Studio Tour at Universal Studios Hollywood, Kongfrontation was

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of November 2, 2013. Walt Disney World: MyMagic+: There are a few more changes coming to MyMagic+ at Walt Disney World. Disney’s Pop Century Resort will be the first resort at Walt Disney World to only issue

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of November 16, 2013.

A rundown of the top 10 dark rides at theme parks all over the world - as rated by Theme Park Tourist readers.

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of November 9, 2013. Walt Disney World: Magic Kingdom: The first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has begun marking the beginning of the holiday season (at least for me). Much like Mickey’s not-so-scary

With Harry Potter construction in full swing and a new resort on the way, there's much to anticipate at the Universal Orlando Resort. The Harry Potter expansion first announced in May 2013 is well underway over at Universal Studios with towering evidence of what’s to come. The skyline of what was

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of October 27, 2013. Walt Disney World: Epcot: New flavors are coming to Club Cool . Club Cool is a shop in Epcot next to Fountain View, were you can try a selection of sodas from around the world. Club Cool