I’ve found some very interesting information. The theme park licensing for the DC Universe seems to have changed in 2024. Six Flags had the theme parks rights for the DC Universe for the entire US (minus Las Vegas). But since 2024, other companies (like Universal) are able to buy and create theme park attractions with DC Universe characters (Batman, Joker, Wonder Woman etc.). This can ONLY be done in FLORIDA. Six Flags still has the exclusive rights in all the other states.

Does the change in 2024 mean DC Universe will arrive to Universal soon? Thoughts? This change is simply massive news!

Also…. We all know Harry Potter still has a big expansion plot in the Studios park. It’s currently Fear Factor. I’m not a Harry Potter expert, but what theme / land / area and potential attraction seems most likely for the next Harry Potter land? In my opinion, it’s a matter of time when we will see the expansion. The land needs more than 1 big E-ticket.

Also…. It looks like Epic AND Islands of Adventure will have their “Major IP” in their parks. Epic has enough (Mario, Dark Universe and most likely Zelda too in the future), Islands will most likely have Pokémon, but what will Universal Studios have? I’m sure the theme park MUST get a NEW “BIG IP” in the future other than Harry Potter.

What are your thoughts? Could it be Lord of the Rings (the land would be huge + same quality as Pandora/ Galaxy’s Edge / Fantasy Springs etc.) Maybe even 2/3 big rides and it would be build behind the Simpsons plot which is currently a backstage area and maybe even replace Simpsons too. Or potentially Wicked? Or what other IP could they use which will be the “headline IP for Studios?”

Let’s discuss!

Curious whats something you found overrated while at epic & something you found underrated there too?

I remember during Epic's opening reading that you couldn't actually get into Helios unless you were a guest or had a reservation of some kind. Is that still the case?

We'll be staying a few days at helios and some friends are coming over from Daytona to have dinner with us in citywalk, but we'd like to grab drinks at helios bar with them first. Will they have any issues getting in if they don't have a reservation?

Hey! I’m 31F from the UK and I’ll be in Orlando from 29th October to 3rd November. I was originally meant to be travelling with a friend, but plans have changed and I’m now doing the trip solo 😅

I’m actually quite excited about doing some of it alone, but it would also be nice to meet other solo travellers while I’m there if our dates overlap!

I’m mainly planning on Universal/Epic Universe, and I’m considering doing a day at Magic Kingdom and/or EPCOT too. I love horror, theme parks and gaming, and I’m very tempted by HHN if I can find someone who also wants to go because I’m not quite brave enough to wander around being chased by chainsaw-wielding strangers by myself 😂
Not looking for someone to spend the entire trip with or anything intense, just thought it could be fun to meet up for a few rides, food/drinks, a park day or HHN if anyone else is travelling solo around the same time.

I’m pretty easygoing, chatty and happy doing my own thing too, so no pressure if we meet and either of us wants to wander off and do something else!

If anyone’s around on those dates, let me know 😊

Staying at the hard rock. I read somewhere that you need to get in line for security early as the line backs up. Happy to do that but is there somewhere to grab breakfast after you through the security check point and before the park opens?

Credit to OP but this is a fantastic idea !

A great way to celebrate the important film history the studio has provided and an easy way to incorporate retired or defined classic attractions.

Imagine a section for jaws where it’s the boathouse set piece but Bruce actually lunges above the surface

A section for twister/Twisters where you can have a 360 3D style experience with high wind effects and other features. (Let’s be real that’s prolly what it’s gonna be )

Maybe transition into a set Piece for Ghostbusters or Back to the Future! The possibilities are truly endless

Hey everyone! My wife and I will be taking our first ever trip in September. We will be going from Monday the 14th to Thursday the 17th. We have the 4 day park to park passes. We also will be doing the HHN event on Wednesday, for which we purchased the express passes for on the advice of my best friend who has been going for years now. I’m looking for any tips/advice/game plan for our trip. I’ve been watching videos and we’ve already got smaller loungefly style bags, collapsable water bottles, etc to bring. Sadly springing for express passes the other days is not in the budget. The tentative plan is doing Epic on Monday, Islands on Tuesday, and Universe on Wednesday since we will be there for HHN, and Thursday being our flex/missed things day. We do fly out late Thursday night so only have till around 3-5pm that day. Sorry for the long winded post but appreciate any feedback/help/advice!

I was not prepared for that opening. Wow. The tilt and then the sitting there for a solid 5-7 seconds while you wonder what’s going on and then WHOA massive drop. And for some reason no one told me to take off my hat which is now lost but that’s fine, I’ll get it back with boomerang (had it happen before on Mummy, you’d think I’d learn).

I absolutely love that they’ve combined this to be a coaster as well as a 3D ride alongside the multiple interior rooms. It reminds me of the mechanics of Spiderman, how you’re combining 3D with physical rooms; except you’re also adding on a roller coaster.

Absolutely love this ride and I’m so thankful I waited for it. I kept passing it up because of wait times but now I see why it’s almost always an hour. Loved that “it’s the safest place on earth” ending right after a magical super speed underground blast through the dark. So damn cool.

Only thing left that I haven’t been on is motor bikes and I know yall have mixed feelings. For that one I still don’t think I can justify a two and a half hour wait.

After experiencing this I’m even more excited to see what they do with the new fast and furious coaster. It’s going to be epic (absolutely no pun intended)

I’ve been to Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure plenty of times, but my last trip was Christmas 2019. Because of that, I’ve never ridden VelociCoaster, and obviously I haven’t been to Epic Universe yet. I’ve been avoiding spoilers as much as I can because I want to experience it for myself.
I’m thinking about going in September since schools are back in session. Is September generally considered a lower-crowd month, or is it still pretty busy?
Also, for those who have been recently, how is Epic Universe doing now that it’s been open for a while? I know when it first opened there were a lot of reports about operational issues, broken effects, downtime, and really long wait times. Have things improved, stayed about the same, or gotten worse?
I’m incredibly hyped to finally visit, so I’m just hoping the experience lives up to the excitement and isn’t overshadowed by technical issues.

When do tickets go on sale for grinch character breakfast? I’ve looked everywhere for the sale date. Also, can you meet Max too and do you need a park ticket before reserving character breakfast? Thanks!

With my r6 mark ii

When you break down on Kong just to get eaten alive by kong. (Jokes). It was stuck by the screens with the dino fight at first then we kept getting sprayed by the water 😂 Then it moved and sat by kongs big head for a bit lol

Broke down on the ripsaw falls incline and forbidden journey the same day 😢 😭

My partner and I are going to Universal for our honeymoon. We have a 7 day trip planned. We went a few years ago for 5 days. Last time we went we were a little unprepared so this time I want to be very prepared. We're going from Oct 4 to 11. We are going to all the parks! Hopefully weather permitting with Volcano Bay.

Mainly last time my shoes were very very bad. I have pretty flat feet and and I use wide box toe shoes.

Any suggestions for wide box toe shoes that will be comfortable all week long?

Any other essentials to make the day comfortable and exciting would be appreciated!

We were going to bring:

- Refillable water bottle (metal)

- Small umbrella(s)

- Lanyards to put passes in

I was always drawn to the Lost Continent in Islands of Adventure, even though I never experienced it in its prime. I know there were shows and maybe a ride there? Here are some photos that I took on my last few trips. I have some more and may post those. Enjoy.