Universal Destinations & Experiences’ Post

Our culinary Team Members showcase their expertise and bring joy to guests across our global destinations every day. “My favorite memory has been creating a themed pasta display. We change the color of our fresh pasta monthly to reflect celebrations throughout the month,” shared Alexis DeMoss, Chef for Universal Orlando Resort VIVO Italian Kitchen and Red Oven Pizza Bakery at CityWalk. Learn more about culinary opportunities across our destinations: https://bit.ly/3W1aJMA

Club 52 honors Team Members at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood who have volunteered 52 or more hours a year. Five-year Club 52 inductee, Mark McFadden who is a Human Resources Sr. Training Specialist at Universal Studios Hollywood says, “It's a great way to give back to the community and connect with other Team Members that you may not ordinarily have a reason or opportunity to.” Learn more about Club 52 and how Universal is supporting our communities: https://bit.ly/3VPNogP

Now available! New eco-friendly and plant-based food offerings are now available at Universal Studios Japan（ユー・エス・ジェイ ） at the reopened Lost World Restaurant, which immerses guests in the world of the hit film, Jurassic Park. Now offered in more areas across the park are biodegradable containers made with eco-friendly materials and drink cups made from recycled plastic bottles. Universal Studios Japan has been increasing efforts to reduce the use of plastics at the park - recently making the switch from plastic cutlery to wood at most restaurants and offering straw-less lids. Learn more about the Lost World Restaurant and these sustainability efforts here: https://bit.ly/3XNqBoG

This summer, guests can rediscover some of their favorite memories from Ghostbusters, Back to the Future, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Jaws and Shrek as they shop the new Summer Tribute Store Universal Orlando Resort. Inspired by some of the iconic movies featured in the upcoming collection of new experiences opening at Universal Orlando, this new limited-time store invites guests to explore a 1980s-themed retail space that celebrates these beloved classics with special props, photo ops, merchandise and so much more. The store is open now at Universal Studios Florida.

Universal has long defined the horror genre with its classic monsters and will soon bring guests face-to-face with these cinematic icons at Dark Universe, one of five immersive worlds opening at Universal Epic Universe in 2025. In the shadowy village of Darkmoor, guests will embark on a journey where legendary creatures and the ominous experiments of Dr. Victoria Frankenstein come to life.

Sharing gratitude with our Team Members celebrating their one-year anniversary at Universal Orlando Resort. Here’s a sneak peek at the new Minion pin designed to commemorate this milestone.

If you’re visiting Universal Orlando Resort this summer, you’ll be able to experience the waters of the Universal Studios Florida lagoon come to life with an all-new nighttime show, CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular. Team Members like James Greenwood, Lead Pyro Tech, have been instrumental in implementing the impressive collection of technologies and special effects that make the show spectacular. In his current role, James is responsible for training crews and ensuring that the shows run safely and smoothly. “I love seeing how guests react to our hard work as we add new and innovative components to wow them.” Interested in joining our Talent Universe? Apply here: https://bit.ly/4e8U1Dc

At Universal Destinations & Experiences, we bring beloved stories and characters to life. Today, Universal Orlando Resort is excited to debut DreamWorks Land—an expansive new area inspired by DreamWorks Animation characters from Shrek, Trolls and Kung Fu Panda. Located within iconic Universal Studios Florida, the whole family will be able to enjoy interactive play areas, character meet and greets, an all-new indoor live show experience, themed treats and photo-worthy moments. Learn more about the new experiences open now: https://bit.ly/3Ru43VP

You never know who you will see on the studio backlot! Guests at Universal Studios Hollywood were surprised to see icon Mariska Hargitay during a recent visit to LA for Universal Television. Here’s a behind the scenes peek at our very own Captain Benson surprising park guests on the Universal tram tour last week.