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the test runs have looked interesting. now that it's swinging over the refilled lake, it's gonna be pretty exciting, and I can't wait to ride it. -
By prozach626 · Posted
Don't most water parks generally offer similar attractions? I wouldn't think twice about spending more time at the dry park. The opportunity is rare and there are plenty of great water parks in North America. -
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By michaellynn4 · Posted
It's a LOT of walking. Spring for whatever fast pass / line cutting options are available. Hours are short enough to make it worth it. Loved my visit but really regretted not getting it when I went. -
By Sportsdude360 · Posted
Mr. Freeze queue themeing enhancements!! -
By jedimaster1227 · Posted
The Orlando Business Journal has revealed new details about a $20 million dollar event space being added to Universal’s Epic Universe. https://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/news/2026/02/12/universal-epic-universe-new-expansion-event-space.html Universal Orlando Resort is making a major investment at Epic Universe, committing more than $20 million to build a new event space, according to county records newly obtained by Orlando Business Journal. OBJ received the records Feb. 9 from Orange County, which show the new building — located at 1001 Epic Blvd., the address of Epic Universe — spans two stories and is approximately 53,886 square feet. The construction permits filed in January show the value of the work on the venue is $20.6 million, and the project — nicknamed P915 — is for an event space. Site plans included in the records request show the roof of the new building has a distinct “hexagon canopy” design and indicate it may feature a colorful LED component, a common aesthetic seen across the park. Site plans show the roof's hexagon design of this new event venue underway at Epic Universe. The documents show the first floor of the building has roughly 19,000 square feet of event space, which could be transformed into different layouts for guest needs. For example, one of the layouts shows a stage can be located inside the first floor with about 9,600 square feet dedicated to tables, chairs and attendees' space. It also notes total occupancy can range from about 1,200 to 1,400 guests depending on the layout of the event space. Other areas on the first floor include a kitchen, storage closets and a breakroom for employees. The documents do not explicitly state where the new building would be located within the park. For guests visiting Epic Universe, it may be worth staying until closing, as the park provides a whole different atmosphere at night. Epic Universe, which opened in May 2025, features five themed worlds, each with multiple attractions, dining options and shopping venues. Universal Destinations & Experience CEO Mark Woodbury previously told OBJ the park is strategically positioned and planned for continued growth. “If you fly over Epic — or you look at Google Earth — you'll see how we plan the park, and you'll see greenfield space between the existing worlds," he said during a Bank of America conference last fall. "That is strategically positioned to give us flexibility to expand a world or create a new world, and so that's how we look at it." Orange County Property Appraiser’s mapping tool also shows there is more than 100,000 square feet of space for the venue within the themed area, Celestial Park, which is considered the main hub at Epic Universe. The same mapping tool also appears to show about 20,000 square feet of land within the vacant space at Celestial Park is being cleared to prepare for construction. Independent outlets covering the theme park industry have noticed construction work underway here as well, with Bioreconstruct releasing aerial photos Jan. 30 of the space and its land being cleared on social media. OBJ reached out to Universal Orlando Resortofficials for comment on the development but did not receive a response before publication. However, officials previously confirmed there will be “exciting additions” coming to Epic Universe. “We are preparing for some exciting additions to Universal Epic Universe in the future," Vice President of Public Relations Alyson Sologaistoa told OBJ in an emailed statement in November. "Details about specific developments will be shared in due time." This move by Universal to build a new event space at the theme park may be worthwhile, as the resort offers an array of options for groups or companies looking to have an event or meeting at its hotels or parks. The convention industry is expected to continue to grow in Orlando. For example, the Orange County Convention Center is expected to have a record-breaking year in 2026. Executive Director Mark Tester previously said there are 185 events, totaling an estimated 2.3 million attendees, booked from October 2025 until October 2026. That activity amounts to the expected $5 billion boost for the area. “Business is incredibly strong,” Tester said. “Not only conventions and trade shows have rebounded, but people have a desire to be face-to-face as they want to network or look for new products.” According to the 2026 Global Meetings Events Forecast study from American Express, 85% of professionals in this industry reported feeling “optimistic” for the sector this year. The report states this is the highest these numbers have been since 2021. -
By jedimaster1227 · Posted
SeaWorld San Antonio has announced that the new Barracuda Strike roller coaster will open at the park on March 7th, 2026! https://seaworld.com/san-antonio/rides/barracuda-strike/ ALL-NEW Barracuda Strike Opening March 7th SeaWorld San Antonio is making waves once again with the ALL-NEW thrill ride, Barracuda Strike, the Tallest Inverted Family Coaster in North America! The one-of-a-kind attraction invites guests of all ages to dive into the deep and experience the ocean’s most agile predator like never before. With every twist, drop, and tight turn, Barracuda Strike will deliver a rush of excitement that’s bold enough for thrill-seekers, yet built for the whole family. Suspended beneath the track, riders will glide above the park’s iconic water ski lake in a high-speed pursuit that captures the speed, power, and precision of the barracuda! -
Hey, I'll take it. . .even if it was AI? the guilt will get me back in front of the computer to finish up trip reports! we've been spending too much time at the theater! (Six and Sound of Music Last Week, and Hadestown next Saturday!).
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^Honestly, the AI has better responses at this point to most humans so let Bert have it! -
Not really sure you're gonna get a response from an AI bot haha. -
thanks. . I actually still have 2 days at Phantasialand to finish up on. . . and I'm trying to keep up with the China trip too! hopefully soon!
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By prozach626 · Posted
What the fuck just happened? lol -
By coastersandhockey · Posted
Uh 🤨. It is built. And has been. And is open. And has been. There was one in, I believe, the Magic Mountain thread too. I hate the world 😖 -
AI is joining message boards now... great -
By dollyartasia · Posted
This appears to be really thrilling and large. The park themes seem imaginative and go beyond large rides. If the huge drop tower and Falcon's Flight are true, they sound insane. This may be a truly great park for the area if it is constructed as they have described. I'm curious to find out how it works out.
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