Universal Orlando lays off employees weeks after COVID-19 reopening
The layoffs at Universal Orlando affected multiple business units, though the resort did not say how many workers were being let go.
Universal Orlando theme parks reopening in June with new COVID-19 procedures
The reopening will start with a team member preview on June 1 before opening the theme parks to the general public on June 5.
Universal Orlando, Legoland Florida seek state approval for June reopening
The two parks are taking different approaches to face masks: Universal will require guests to wear them, while Legoland will only recommend them.
Park notes: Volcano Bay records withheld / Cirque tickets / Discovery Cove flamingos
When the Orlando Sentinel asked for documents about electrical shocks felt by guests to Universal’s Volcano Bay, the Orlando Utilities Commission’s first move was to check with Universal.
Orlando theme park attendance: SeaWorld, Animal Kingdom surged in 2018
Central Florida theme parks made up six of the top 15 worldwide and seven of the top 10 in North America in the 2018 TEA/AECOM Theme Index.
Universal buys 101 acres for future expansion
Universal Orlando’s purchase of 101 acres near the Orange County Convention Center could help the theme park stretch its reach.
Universal paid $27.5 million for the property, according to the Orlando Business ... Read More
Universal’s record cash flow boosts Comcast’s revenue
Comcast reported Thursday that revenue at its theme park division grew nearly 8 percent during the third quarter, thanks in part to Universal’s best cash-flow year in its 100-year history.
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Universal Orlando to hire 3,000 employees
Universal Orlando is hiring 3,000 employees to get ready for the upcoming holiday season.
The full-time, part-time and seasonal positions include openings in attractions, operations, culinary, food services an... Read More
Universal offers discounts and perks for passholders
Universal Orlando has unveiled a bundle of discounts for Passholder Appreciation Days.
Annual and seasonal passholders can take advantage of the benefits and perks from Aug. 14 through the end of September.
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