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November 19, 2009 Holiday Harbor Nights at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando set for Friday, November 27 Kick off the holiday season with food, wine and jazz! Read Full Release
November 18, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT TO HOST BIGGEST HOLIDAY CELEBRATION IN EVENT HISTORY - FLORIDA RESIDENTS

Entertainment Includes All-New Holiday Concert Series, Grinchmas and Macy’s Holiday Parade

New Florida Resident Offer: Admission Through January 2010 for Price of a 1-Day, 1-Park Ticket

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November 18, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT TO HOST BIGGEST HOLIDAY CELEBRATION IN EVENT HISTORY

Entertainment Includes All-New Holiday Concert Series, Grinchmas and Macy’s Holiday Parade

Holidays Begin Dec. 5 and Run Through Jan. 1, Take Advantage of Special Holiday Travel Offers

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November 18, 2009 PARTY THE LAST NIGHT OF 2009 AWAY AND WELCOME 2010 AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK’S NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION

Legendary R&B Groups The Temptations and The Four Tops to Perform Live in Concert

Guests Will Experience Exclusive Celebration Including Unlimited Access to Clubs, Live Entertainment and an Expansive Gourmet Menu

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November 10, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO HONORS VETERANS WITH IN-PARK PARADE

Multi-Branch Color Guard, Marching Band, Flag-Raising Part of Mid-Day Ceremony

Universal Orlando Resort’s Veterans Network – comprised of more than 400 team members who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces – will honor all veterans by marching together in a special in-park parade to commemorate Veteran’s Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

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November 2, 2009 Aloha Friday at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando set for Friday, November 20 The work week is over...celebrate the weekend! Read Full Release
October 30, 2009 NEW HOLIDAY CONCERT SERIES AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT COMBINES WITH GRINCHMAS, MACY’S HOLIDAY PARADE TO CREATE MORE HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT THAN EVER - FL

Concert Series Features Mannheim Steamroller, Chris Isaak, Natalie Cole

Holidays Begin Dec. 5 and Run Through Jan. 1 

Take Advantage of Special Florida Resident Holiday Offers

ORLANDO, Fla. – Universal Orlando Resort brings music home for the holidays this year as it kicks off a brand-new holiday concert series featuring Christmas-music mega-sensation Mannheim Steamroller and chart-topping artists Natalie Cole and Chris Isaak.

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October 30, 2009 NEW HOLIDAY CONCERT SERIES AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT COMBINES WITH GRINCHMAS, MACY’S HOLIDAY PARADE TO CREATE MORE HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT THAN EVER - OUS

Concert Series Features Mannheim Steamroller, Chris Isaak, Natalie Cole

Holidays Begin Dec. 5 and Run Through Jan. 1 

Take Advantage of Special Holiday Travel Offers

ORLANDO, Fla. (October 1, 2009) – Universal Orlando Resort brings music home for the holidays this year as it kicks off a brand-new holiday concert series featuring Christmas-music mega-sensation Mannheim Steamroller and chart-topping artists Natalie Cole and Chris Isaak.

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October 23, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – NOVEMBER 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
October 6, 2009 Don't Miss Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's October 'Velvet Sessions' featuring Twisted Sister Group to perform hits "We're Not Gonna Take It," "I Wanna Rock," "The Price," and more Read Full Release
October 1, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – OCTOBER 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
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September 30, 2009 Chefs at Loews Hotels and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Catch Football Food Fever View Top Secret Playbook of Great Tailgating and Football Watch Party Recipes Read Full Release
September 29, 2009 Harbor Nights at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando set for Friday, October 23 Celebrating 10 Years of 'La Dolce Vita' - The Sweet Life!
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September 25, 2009 NOW PLAYING: UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS

The Country’s “Best Halloween Event” Opens Friday, September 25. Guests Will Live Blockbuster Horror Films In-Person As They Are “Ripped from the Silver Screen.”

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September 15, 2009 Universal Orlando Resort Reveals Highly Anticipated Details About The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Opening Set for Spring 2010

Universal Orlando Resort, together with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, today revealed first-ever details about the incredible scope of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  Universal also announced that the highly anticipated land will open in spring 2010.

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August 27, 2009 MODERN HORROR FILMS COME ALIVE AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS For the First Time Ever, Universal Orlando Dedicates its Entire Event to Mega-Horror Films Read Full Release
August 25, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – SEPTEMBER 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
August 19, 2009 NOW OPEN - Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Orlando Resort (FL) Coaster Combines Hit Music, First-Ever Maneuvers and Highly Sophisticated Audio and Video for a Rockin’ Experience Read Full Release
August 19, 2009 NOW OPEN - Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Orlando Resort Coaster Combines Hit Music, First-Ever Maneuvers and Highly Sophisticated Audio and Video for a Rockin’ Experience Read Full Release
August 12, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT COMBINES THE BIGGEST NAMES IN CHRISTIAN ROCK WITH UNFORGETTABLE THEME PARK THRILLS FOR ROCK THE UNIVERSE 2009

Tickets on Sale Now for Orlando’s Hottest Christian Music Event Featuring Performances by Casting Crowns, tobyMac and David Crowder Band

Popular “Rock Your Weekend” Ticket Available and Includes Three Days Free Admission to Theme Parks and Access to All-New Sunday Concerts

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August 11, 2009 HARD ROCK HOTEL AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO ROCKS OUT DURING WORLDWIDE ‘PINKTOBER’ CAMPAIGN WITH THE BANGLES LIVE IN CONCERT FOR VELVET SESSIONS, PLUS GUEST ROOMS OUTFITTED WITH PINK SHEETS AND MORE Limited-Edition Collectible Hard Rock Apparel, Accessories and Live Music Events Around the Globe Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Research Foundation Read Full Release
August 10, 2009 Don't Miss Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's August 'Velvet Sessions' featuring Molly Hatchet Group will perform hits "Flirtin' With Disaster," "Dreams I'll Never See, "Whiskey Man," and more Read Full Release
July 27, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – AUGUST 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
July 15, 2009 Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort Gives Planners Three New Reasons to Book New ‘Flexible Meetings’ Program Offers Cost Savings, Plus Meeting and Function Space Renovation Creates Fresh Look and Expands Hotel’s ‘Green’ Practices  Read Full Release
July 9, 2009 Don't Miss Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's July 'Velvet Sessions' featuring Little River Band Little River Band will be performing hits "Lonesome Loser," "Help Is On Its Way," "Lady," "Man On Your Mind" and more. Read Full Release
July 6, 2009 FROM KANYE WEST’S “STRONGER” TO LIMP BIZKIT’S “ROLLIN’,” ROCK OUT TO SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE SONGS GOING 65 MPH, 167 FEET IN THE AIR Universal Orlando Resort Reveals Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit’s Highly Anticipated Song List: Black Eyed Peas, Kanye West and No Doubt Among Artists Featured on Newest “Hella Good” Roller Coaster
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June 29, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – JULY 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
June 25, 2009 RIPPED FROM THE SILVER SCREEN: UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT’S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 19 TO BRING MODERN DAY HORROR FILMS TO LIFE

Experience to Feature Upcoming Release and Hugely Popular Horror Series

The Wolfman, Jigsaw and Chucky Will Wreak Havoc at Nation’s Most Frightening Halloween Event

Event Tickets, Vacation Package On Sale Now

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June 25, 2009 RIPPED FROM THE SILVER SCREEN: UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT’S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 19 TO BRING MODERN DAY HORROR FILMS TO LIFE

Experience to Feature Upcoming Release and Hugely Popular Horror Series

The Wolfman, Jigsaw and Chucky Will Wreak Havoc at Nation’s Most Frightening Halloween Event

Florida Resident Ticket Packages On Sale Now

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June 17, 2009 Harbor Nights Americana at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando set for July 3 Event features wine, gourmet food and jazz Read Full Release
June 11, 2009 Don't Miss Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's June 'Velvet Sessions' featuring Warrant Group will perform hits including, "Cherry Pie," "Heaven," "Down Boys," "Bed Of Roses" and more. Read Full Release
June 4, 2009 HOLLYWOOD RIP RIDE ROCKIT: WHERE HIGH TECH MEETS HARD ROCK New Universal Coaster Uses Extreme Technology to Create Extreme Ride Experience Universal Also Releases New Ride Animation and Vehicle Preview
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June 1, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – JUNE 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
May 26, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT INTRODUCES SUMMER OFFERS WITH EXCEPTIONAL VALUE Kids Get Free, Unlimited Theme Park Admission When Families Stay Four Nights Starting at Less Than $34 Per Person, Per Night Read Full Release
May 14, 2009 Don't Miss Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's May 'Velvet Sessions' featuring Naked Eyes Music group will perform hits "Always Something There To Remind Me," "Promises, Promises," "When The Lights Go Out," "(What) In The Name Of Love" and more Read Full Release
May 12, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT KICKS OFF BRAND-NEW “SIZZLING” SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

New Series Features Live Performances by Chart-Toppers Including Jordin Sparks and Natasha Bedingfield at Universal’s New Concert Venue, The Music Plaza

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May 4, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – MAY 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
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April 23, 2009 NEW HOLLYWOOD RIP RIDE ROCKIT ROLLER COASTER WILL ROCK UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT

High-Tech Ride Features Personalized Music, Take-Home Video, First-Ever Maneuvers

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April 20, 2009 IT’S EASY FOR DOGS TO “GO GREEN” AT LOEWS HOTELS

Canines Can Take an Environmentally-Friendly “Grrreen Dog” Vacation this Earth Day

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando Offer Package

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April 16, 2009 Harbor Nights Primavera at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando set for May 8 Event to include live music performance by Michael Andrew & Swingerhead Read Full Release
April 2, 2009 Don't Miss Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's April 'Velvet Sessions' featuring Gin Blossoms

Event will take place Thursday, April 30

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March 25, 2009 A ROOM WITH A WHO AND GREEN EGGS AND HAM FOR BREAKFAST! Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando® Launches New Dr. Seuss Kids' Suite Packages with Special Read Across America Event Read Full Release
March 25, 2009 Don't Miss Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's March 'Velvet Sessions' featuring Animotion

Animotion is known for hits "Obsession," "Room To Move," "Let Him Go," "Calling It Love" and more.

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March 25, 2009 Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando's 'Aloha Friday' to Feature Tropical Drinks, Food & Live Music!

Event features Volanco Joe and the Hot Lava Band

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March 23, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – APRIL 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
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March 17, 2009 ROYAL CARIBBEAN AND UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT PARTNER TO OFFER ULTIMATE LAND AND CRUISE VACATION

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March 9, 2009 UNIVERSAL CITYWALK WELCOMES BURGER KING WHOPPER BAR, PANDA EXPRESS AND MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL Universal Orlando Resort Adds Fast Casual Dining to CityWalk Read Full Release
March 3, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – MARCH 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
February 17, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT HONORS MILITARY PERSONNEL WITH FREE ADMISSION Brand New Military Salute Program Offers Service Members Free, Seven-Day-Unlimited Admission To Both Theme Parks; Discounts For Family and Friends Read Full Release
February 17, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT EXTENDS POPULAR “BOOK THREE-NIGHTS, GET TWO MORE NIGHTS FREE” GETAWAY OFFER Offer Extended to Include Summer Travel & Value-driven Way to Experience the All New Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit – Packages Starting At Less Than $35 Per-Person/Per-Night Read Full Release
February 4, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT RUNS SUPER BOWL SUNDAY COMMERCIALS WITH HISTORIC OPPORTUNITY

Commercial Runs Three Times and Offers 100,000 Free Tickets Each Time: Tickets Good for One Week’s Admission to Both Universal Orlando Theme Parks

Resort Also Giving Away One Complete Family Vacation Each Day in February

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January 27, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – FEBRUARY 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
January 16, 2009 HARBOR NIGHTS ROMANTICO AT LOEWS PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO SET FOR FEBRUARY 13 Event takes place at the hotel's beautiful Harbor Piazza Read Full Release
January 15, 2009 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO PRESENTS MARDI GRAS 2009 WITH THE MOST POWERFUL TALENT LINE-UP IN THE EVENT’S HISTORY Event Features Authentic Cajun Cuisine, Elaborate Parade and Performances by Mega-Talented Artists Such as Ne-Yo, Kelly Clarkson and Montgomery Gentry Read Full Release
January 9, 2009 Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's First 'Velvet Sessions' of 2009 Kicks Off With 10,000 Maniacs featuring Mary Ramsey Velvet Sessions is Hard Rock Hotel’s special rock 'n' roll cocktail party and lobby concert held the last Thursday of the month. Read Full Release
January 5, 2009 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – JANUARY 2009 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
December 31, 2008 ROCK INTO 2009 WITH THE DOOBIE BROTHERS AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK Guests Will Enjoy Live Performances and Gourmet Cuisine with Unlimited Access to CityWalk Clubs and Restaurants Read Full Release
December 2, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – DECEMBER 2008 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
November 18, 2008 THE SIMPSONS RIDE AT UNIVERSAL NAMED BEST ATTRACTION DURING 2008 IAAPA ATTRACTIONS EXPO Award Considered Industry’s Highest Honor Read Full Release
November 6, 2008 HOLIDAY CHEER YOU CAN ONLY HEAR AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT!

Live Performance by Top Selling Christmas Artist Mannheim Steamroller Kicks Off Month-Long Holiday Celebration

Guests Can Enjoy Grinchmas, Macy’s Holiday Parade December 6 Through January 1

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October 27, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – NOVEMBER 2008 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
October 3, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – OCTOBER 2008 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome
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September 24, 2008 DISNEY’S PLEASURE ISLAND ANNUAL PASSHOLDERS RECEIVE FREE ADMISSION TO UNIVERSAL CITYWALK ORLANDO THROUGH MARCH 31, 2009 Disney’s Pleasure Island annual passholders wondering where they can go for exciting nightlife can now turn to Universal CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort. Read Full Release
September 11, 2008 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT CELEBRATES A DECADE OF SERVICE IN THE ORLANDO COMMUNITY Commemorating 10 Years of Caring With Week of Volunteer Projects and $10,000 Legacy Grant
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August 26, 2008 ORLANDO: GET READY TO MEET THE NEW FACE OF HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS This Year’s Halloween Horror Nights Outdoor Advertising
 Pushes the Art Form to New Levels Read Full Release
August 26, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – SEPTEMBER 2008 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
August 4, 2008 “ROCK YOUR WHOLE WEEKEND” WITH TOP MUSICAL TALENT AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S ROCK THE UNIVERSE 2008 Ticket Includes Both Nights of Rock The Universe and
Three Days Admission to Universal Orlando Resort Read Full Release
August 1, 2008 ALICE NORSWORTHY JOINS UNIVERSAL ORLANDO AS NEW EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING AND SALES Universal Orlando Resort has named Alice Norsworthy as its new Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales. Read Full Release
July 25, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – AUGUST 2008 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
July 15, 2008 THE SIMPSONS RIDE AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT HITS MILLION MARK


One Million Riders Experience Theme Park Insider’s “Best New Attraction” of 2008

Fastest Climb to One Million In Universal Orlando Resort History

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July 10, 2008 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT OFFERS “SIZZLING” SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT AND SAVINGS Blockbuster Entertainment, Great Value and Convenience at Universal’s On-site Loews Hotels and Theme Parks will Thrill Guests All Summer Long Read Full Release
July 9, 2008 FLORIDA RESIDENTS - UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT OFFERS “SIZZLING” SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT AND SAVINGS Florida Residents Enjoy Blockbuster Attractions, Great Value and Convenience at Universal’s On-Site Loews Hotels and Theme Parks Read Full Release
July 7, 2008 THE VERDICT IS IN! – THE SIMPSONS RIDE AT UNIVERSAL VOTED “BEST NEW THEME PARK ATTRACTION” IN THE WORLD Universal Orlando’s Mythos Reigns for 6th Straight Year as World’s Top Theme Park Restaurant Read Full Release
June 27, 2008 ACTOR BRENDAN FRASER REVEALS NEW CLIP FROM UNIVERSAL PICTURES’ UPCOMING “THE MUMMY: TOMB OF THE DRAGON EMPEROR” AT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA Guests Greeted by Fraser, Preview New Epic Adventure – and Then Climb Aboard Universal’s Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride Read Full Release
June 23, 2008 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO AND McDONALD’S CREATE “BLOCKBUSTER” OFFER Summer Offer Represents First Partnership Deal for the Two Companies in 17 Years Read Full Release
June 23, 2008 NICKELODEON HOLDS TEAM TRYOUTS FOR MY FAMILY’S GOT GUTS,A NEW EXTREME SPORTS COMPETITION SERIES SATURDAY, JUNE 28 AND SUNDAY, JUNE 29 AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK IN ORLANDO The Number-One Kids Network Seeks Local Families to Try Out for New Primetime Nickelodeon Series Set to Premiere Fall 2008 Read Full Release
June 23, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – JULY 2008 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
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21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
June 13, 2008 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT OFFERS THREE WAYS TO CELEBRATE THE FOURTH OF JULY Universal 360: A Cinesphere Spectacular, Extended Hours at Universal’s Islands of Adventure and a CityWalk BBQ Highlight Night’s Festivities Read Full Release
June 5, 2008 A WEEKEND OF SOUL-STIRRING MUSIC AND THRILLS AWAITS GUESTS AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S ROCK THE UNIVERSE 2008 Tickets on Sale Now for Orlando’s Hottest Christian Music Event,
Featuring Performances by More Than a Dozen of the Biggest Names in Christian Rock Read Full Release
May 27, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – JUNE 2008 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
May 15, 2008 “THE SIMPSONS RIDE” OPENS AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO IN ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED ATTRACTION LAUNCHES IN HISTORY Springfield Comes to Universal As Guests Careen Along With Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie in All-New Simpsons Adventure Read Full Release
April 23, 2008 LOEWS HOTELS AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO GO ‘GREEN’ Florida Green Lodging Certification Expands Resort-Wide Commitment To ‘Green’ Education and Action
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April 16, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – MAY 2008 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
March 31, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – APRIL 2008 For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome Read Full Release
March 21, 2008 CITYWALK’S RISING STAR IS BORN New Karaoke Club Opens its Doors Tonight at Universal Orlando Resort, Announces CityWalk’s Rising Star Top 10 Karaoke Challenge Read Full Release
March 19, 2008 LIGHTS . . . CAMERA . . . COASTER! Universal Orlando Resort Announces Brand-New Roller Coaster That Features Total Immersion Entertainment and Puts Guests In The Director’s Seat Read Full Release
March 13, 2008 CITYWALK’S RISING STAR TO DEBUT AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT Karaoke Artists Take the Stage in True Rock Star Form with Back-Up Singers and a Full Band Read Full Release
February 25, 2008 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – MARCH 2008

For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome

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February 21, 2008 “THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW” RETURNS TO UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT The Show Will Tape Episodes on Friday, March 28th and Saturday, March 29th
Episodes Set to Air on Monday, March 31, Tuesday, April 1 and Wednesday, April 2 Read Full Release
February 1, 2008 NEW ORLEANS’ BANDS TAKE THE STAGE IN THE FRENCH QUARTER AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S 2008 MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION

The Tradition Continues At Universal Orlando With Performances From New Orleans’s Most Celebrated Talent

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January 31, 2008 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S 2008 MARDI GRAS FESTIVITIES BEGIN THIS WEEKEND Bret Michaels, Authentic New Orleans Music and Cuisine Highlight Event Read Full Release
January 16, 2008 DISASTER! A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE RIDE…STARRING YOU! OPENS TODAY AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT New High-Tech Virtual Imagery Technology and Hollywood Star Dwayne Johnson Combine to Give Guests Starring Roles in Disaster Epic Read Full Release
January 9, 2008 12 NIGHTS . . . 260 MILLION ALBUMS . . . AND GUMBO? IT’S MARDI GRAS AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO AS GRETCHEN WILSON, L.L. COOL J AND MORE ROCK THE STAGE BEGINNING FEBRUARY 2 Authentic New Orleans-Style Parades and Cajun Cuisine Fill the Air for 12 Saturday Nights Featuring Superstar Performances from Some of the Music World’s Biggest Names Read Full Release
December 21, 2007 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – JANUARY 2008 Entertainment and talent information for all CityWalk venues during the month of January Read Full Release
December 17, 2007 BRING ON THE NEW YEAR AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK WITH THE B-52’s AND FOREIGNER Guests Will Rock to Live Performances and Enjoy Award-Winning Cuisine with Unlimited Access to CityWalk Clubs and Restaurants Read Full Release
December 4, 2007 LEGENDARY MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CREATES MUSICAL SCORE FOR GRINCHMAS SHOW AT UNIVERSAL’S ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE Top Selling Christmas Artist of All Time Lends Its Talent to Universal Orlando Resort Read Full Release
November 29, 2007 INTERNATIONAL RECORDING SENSATION RIHANNA JOINS LINE-UP FOR UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S GRAD BASH APRIL 2008 Grad Bash will take place on Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26, 2008. Read Full Release
November 21, 2007 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – DECEMBER 2007 Entertainment and talent information for all CityWalk venues during the month of December. Read Full Release
November 12, 2007 IT’S A BLOCKBUSTER HOLIDAY SEASON WITH THE RETURN OF GRINCHMAS AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT An All-New Live Show Based On “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” Highlights This Year’s Holiday Festivities Read Full Release
November 8, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO HOSTS GREENFEST AT CITYWALK AS PART OF NATIONWIDE “GREEN IS UNIVERSAL” CAMPAIGN Free Event Features Organic and Environmentally Friendly Products, Entertainment Read Full Release
November 5, 2007 “DISASTER!” TO HIT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ORLANDO: NEWLY THEMED ATTRACTION TO REPLACE EARTHQUAKE Earthquake Closes Monday, November 5 to Make Way for Newest Blockbuster Read Full Release
November 2, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT TAKES BOLD STEP IN 100 PERCENT COMMITMENT TO “GREEN FUELS” FOR SERVICE VEHICLES, MOBILE EQUIPMENT Week-Long “Green Is Universal” Effort Features Eco-Fairs for  Guests, Employees to Raise Awareness to Environmental Concerns Read Full Release
November 1, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO LAUNCHES WEEK-LONG ENVIRONMENTAL PUSH AS PART OF NATIONWIDE “GREEN IS UNIVERSAL” CAMPAIGN NBC TV and Environmental Activist Actress Wendie Malick, UOR Executives to Unveil Historic First for Theme Park Read Full Release
October 16, 2007 ONLY THIRTEEN TERRIFYING NIGHTS LEFT TO EXPERIENCE UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 17 Special Halloween Horror Night Ticket Offers And Travel Packages Still Available Exclusively for Florida Residents Read Full Release
September 28, 2007 LET THE HORROR BEGIN – 23 SHRIEKING NIGHTS’ WORTH – AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT New Line Cinema’s Freddy, Jason and Leatherface Headline Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 17 Read Full Release
September 25, 2007 LET’S DO THE TIME WARP, AGAIN! Four All-New Shows Join The Line-Up At Halloween Horror Nights 17 Including A Tribute To 20th Century Fox’s Classic ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’  Read Full Release
September 25, 2007 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – OCTOBER 2007 Entertainment and talent information for all CityWalk venues during the month of October. Read Full Release
August 6, 2007 INTENSE OFFERS FOR AN INTENSE EVENT Florida Residents Get Special Halloween Horror Night Ticket Offers and Travel Packages   Read Full Release
June 28, 2007 UNIVERSAL THEME PARKS AND NEW LINE CINEMA PRESENT JASON, LEATHERFACE AND FREDDY KRUEGER For the First Time Ever:  Three Of The Most Frightening Characters In Horror Film History Join Forces With The Nation’s Most Intense Halloween Event      Read Full Release
November 10, 2008 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT AND SINGLEPOINT EXPERIENCE HUGE SUCCESS WITH HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS MOBILE MEDIA INITIATIVE Hundreds of Thousands of Guests Take Part in Halloween Horror Nights 2008 Mobile Terror Campaign Read Full Release
September 2, 2008 NEW SEUSS-THEMED SUITES “THING 1” ON LIST OF KID-FRIENDLY FEATURES FOR FALL AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT On-site Loews Hotels Feature New Jurassic Park and Dr. Seuss-themed Kids Suites, Character Dining, Fall Discounts and More Read Full Release
August 26, 2008 TAMPA: GET READY TO MEET THE NEW FACE OF HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS This Year’s Halloween Horror Nights Outdoor Advertising
 Pushes the Art Form to New Levels Read Full Release
June 11, 2008 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO “EARLYBIRD EXCLUSIVES” TICKET PROGRAM AND VACATION PACKAGES OFFER GREATER VALUE FOR EVERYONE BOOKING IN ADVANCE Up To Seven Days Unlimited Admission for Less Than
A One-Day Walt Disney World Ticket with a Park Hopper Option Read Full Release
March 6, 2008 Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando Debuts New Jurassic Park-themed Kid’s Suites and Completes $10 Million Room Renovation Project Renovations Are Now Complete At Resort Read Full Release
February 21, 2008 Pamela Tuscany Warren Promoted Vice President/General Manager Universal Studios Florida Production Group Read Full Release
February 19, 2008 MICHAEL LEWELLEN NAMED VICE PRESIDENT, PUBLIC RELATIONS, FOR UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT For Immediate Release Read Full Release
February 6, 2008 UNIVERSAL NOW OFFERS AIR-INCLUSIVE VACATION PACKAGES Travel Agents Can Now Offer Clients Complete Universal Travel Packages that Include Airfare, Car Rental and Accommodations-Agents To Get “Universal Dollars” For Air-Inclusive February Bookings Read Full Release
December 14, 2007 LOEWS HOTELS AND UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT ROLL OUT FIRST EVER-EXTRA VALUE WEEKS IN 2008 The Best Room Rates of the Year, Special Bonuses and Universal Express Ride Access Make Extra Value Weeks an Ideal Time for Family Travel, plus the Longer You Stay, the More You’ll Save Read Full Release
December 14, 2007 LOEWS HOTELS AND UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT ROLL OUT FIRST-EVER EXTRA VALUE WEEKS IN 2008 Florida Residents Save 35% at On-Site Hotels, Plus Receive Special Bonuses and Universal Express Ride Access During Extra Value Weeks Read Full Release
December 6, 2007 ‘TIS THE SEASON TO CELEBRATE AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT The Return of Grinchmas with an All-New Live Show and the Macy’s Holiday Parade Highlight Resort-Wide Festivities Read Full Release
November 12, 2007 Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando Celebrates Thanksgiving With Delightful, Family-friendly Dining Options All three on-site resorts feature Thanksgiving dining options Read Full Release
November 12, 2007 Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando To Host ‘Velvet Tributes’ Show Features UV - the U2 Tribute Show! Read Full Release
November 12, 2007 Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Hosts ‘Holiday Harbor Nights’ Event Features Christmas Tree Grand Illumination, Live Music and Balcony Shows Read Full Release
November 1, 2007 Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando Go ‘Green’ Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort  Pursue Green Lodging Certification  Read Full Release
October 29, 2007 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – NOVEMBER 2007 Entertainment and talent information for all CityWalk venues during the month of November. Read Full Release
October 19, 2007 Savor the Splendor of the Tropics In Newly Renovated Rooms at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando Hotel Launches $8.5 Million Rooms Renovation and 
Adds the Only Jurassic Park-themed Kid’s Suites in the World Read Full Release
October 17, 2007 UNIVERSAL’S U.S. THEME PARKS STREAMLINE ONLINE TICKETING PROCESS FOR TRAVEL AGENTS New Technology Saves Time, Ups The Commission Potential Read Full Release
October 17, 2007 Seasoned Industry Sales Pro Joins Universal Orlando Resort’s Event Sales Team Marshall Serving As Director of Event And Group Sales Read Full Release
October 17, 2007 Seasoned Meetings Industry Sales Pro Joins Universal Orlando Resort Team Chondrogiannis Serving As National Account Director Read Full Release
October 17, 2007 BLUE MAN GROUP AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT OFFERS EXCITING, CUSTOMIZED GROUP EVENTS AT THE STATE-OF-THE-ART SHARP AQUOS THEATRE Group Events Now Available Read Full Release
October 17, 2007 Savor the Splendor of the Tropics in Newly Renovated Rooms at Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, A Loews Hotel Hotel Launches $8.5 Million Rooms Renovation Read Full Release
August 29, 2007 SEASONED INDUSTRY SALES PRO JOINS UNIVERSAL ORLANDO'S EVENT SALES TEAM

Eric Marshall has been appointed director of event and group sales at Universal Orlando Resort, vice president of specialty sales Paul Rothenberg announced recently.      

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August 22, 2007 NAKED EYES TO APPEAR AT HARD ROCK HOTEL'S AUGUST 'VELVET SESSIONS' Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort’s August 'Velvet Sessions' to Feature Naked Eyes!     Read Full Release
August 15, 2007 CITYWALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – SEPTEMBER 2007 Venues subject to coverage charge of $7.00 or CityWalk party pass – 21 and up are welcome. 
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August 6, 2007 HARD ROCK HOTEL AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO ROLLS OUT SUMMER DAYS & ROCKIN' NIGHTS POOL PARTIES Month-long Event Offers Pool Access, Lunch or Dinner
and Entertainment    
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July 26, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO INVITES GUESTS TO EXPERIENCE A FAITH-FILLED WEEKEND AT ROCK THE UNIVERSE 2007 Christian Artists, Non-Denominational Service And Special Appearances Headline Event  Read Full Release
July 23, 2007 THE “SCARIEST” JOBS IN TOWN

Hundreds Of Performers Needed For Halloween Horror Nights 17 Including Actors For A New Show Based On The Rocky Horror Picture Show 

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July 18, 2007 UNIVERSAL’S U.S. THEME PARKS STREAMLINE ONLINE TICKETING PROCESS FOR TRAVEL AGENTS New Technology Saves Time, Ups The Commission Potential  Read Full Release
July 11, 2007 MEDIA ALERT - EDDIE MONEY COMES TO 'VELVET SESSIONS' AT HARD ROCK HOTEL Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort’s July 'Velvet Sessions' to Feature Eddie Money!     Read Full Release
July 11, 2007 CITYWALK ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR - AUGUST 2007 Entertainment and talent information for all CityWalk venues during the month of August.  Read Full Release
June 29, 2007 UNIVERSAL THEME PARKS AND NEW LINE CINEMA PRESENT JASON, LEATHERFACE AND FREDDY KRUEGER Frighteningly Fun Gory Getaway Packages Available For Guests Seeking The Ultimate Halloween Vacation Experience    Read Full Release
June 14, 2007 CITYWALK ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR - JULY 2007

The July entertainment calendar is now available for the following CityWalk venues:

• Red Coconut Club
• Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
• CityJazz
• Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
• the groove
• Latin Quarter
• Pat O’Brien’s
• NBA City
• NASCAR Sports Grille   

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May 30, 2007 HARRY POTTER TO CAST SPELL ON UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT Harry Potter “Theme Park within a Theme Park” Scheduled to Debut in 2009 --  Fans to be Immersed in the Adventures of the World’s Most Popular Wizard    Read Full Release
May 22, 2007 BLUE MAN GROUP, CINESPHERE 360 AND A HIGH-ENERGY, HYDRO-ACTION STUNT SHOW HEADLINE SUMMER AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT Resort-Wide Offerings Make For A Cool Summer In Orlando    Read Full Release
May 15, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT AND T3 WIN AT AD:TECH Universal Orlando Resort and T3 were awarded “Best Large Format Ad” Wednesday at the interactive advertising and technology conference ad:tech’s 10th Annual Awards Program in San Francisco. Read Full Release
May 8, 2007 BLUE MAN GROUP IS NOW OPEN AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT’S SHARP AQUOS THEATRE Tickets On Sale Now To Experience Orlando’s New Face Of Entertainment Read Full Release
April 25, 2007 MEDIA ALERT - UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT "SIZZLES" WITH FLORIDA RESIDENT DEALS UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT “SIZZLES” WITH FLORIDA RESIDENT DEALS Read Full Release
April 24, 2007 THE SIMPSONS COME TO UNIVERSAL THEME PARKS New Mega-Attraction Opens In Both Orlando and Hollywood In 2008  Read Full Release
April 17, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT’S THREE ON-SITE LOEWS HOTELS AWARDED AAA FOUR-DIAMOND RATING Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Royal Pacific Resort
Achieve Additional Honors for Excellence in Meeting Accommodations and Service Read Full Release
April 5, 2007 MEDIA ALERT - 'HARBOR NIGHTS FESTA DI SAN GIORGIO' AT PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL ‘Harbor Nights Festa Di San Giorgio’ at Portofino Bay Hotel To Feature Italian-style Celebration, Wine, Live Jazz and Balcony Shows!   Read Full Release
March 27, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT REVEALS THE NEW FACE OF ENTERTAINMENT - BLUE MAN GROUP OPENING IN JUNE 2007 Blue Man Group, the wildly successful live entertainment experience is coming to Universal Orlando Resort, opening June 2007. Read Full Release
March 13, 2007 MEDIA ALERT - UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT KICKS OFF BASEBALL SEASON WITH THE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL FAN FEST Guests Can Play Games, Participate In Baseball Clinics and
Meet Major League Baseball Players  Read Full Release
March 7, 2007 MEETING ATTENDEES CAN LIVE LIKE ROCK STARS AT HARD ROCK HOTEL, A LOEWS HOTEL, AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT Meeting planners can expect anything but an “ordinary” meeting experience when they book their program at the hip, stylish and newly renovated Hard Rock Hotel, a Loews Hotel, at Universal Orlando Resort. Read Full Release
March 7, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT’S ON-SITE LOEWS HOTELS AND THEME PARKS CREATE HEALTHY DINING OPTIONS FOR GROUPS In 2007, meeting planners will find a healthier approach to eating for their groups holding meetings at Universal Orlando Resort’s theme parks and three on-site Loews Hotels. Read Full Release
March 7, 2007 LOEWS HOTELS AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT OFFER PLANNERS THREE DISTINCT MEETING EXPERIENCES Planners Can Choose from a South Pacific Tropical Paradise, a Mediterranean Oasis or a Rock Star’s Mansion  Read Full Release
March 6, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RELEASES CONCEPT IMAGES AND DETAILS OF NEW BLUE MAN GROUP VENUE World’s Largest Blue Men Front New 1,000 Seat Theater  Read Full Release
March 6, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT GROWS TRAVEL INDUSTRY SALES TEAM, ADDS SIX REGIONAL SALES MANAGERS Industry Veteran Tom Etchart to Oversee Travel Industry Sales Team Read Full Release
February 9, 2007 NASCAR SPORTS GRILLE DEBUTS AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK IN ORLANDO NASCAR Chairman Brian France, The Cordish Company, Platinum Recording Artist Collective Soul and NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Driver Robby Gordon on Hand to Celebrate Opening of New NASCAR-Themed Restaurant at Universal Orlando Resort Read Full Release
January 23, 2007 BLUE MAN GROUP SEEKS BLUE MEN & BAND MEMBERS FOR NEW UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT SHOW - OPENING SUMMER 2007 New York, NY – Blue Man Group, the wildly popular entertainment phenomenon, will be opening its newest production at Universal Orlando Resort in June 2007, and the casting department is launching a search in Florida to discover potential Blue Men. Read Full Release
December 20, 2006 UNIVERSAL’S U.S. THEME PARKS CREATE HEALTHY OPTIONS FOR GUESTS Both Adults and Children Get Healthy Meal Choices Read Full Release
December 18, 2006 THROW ME SOME BEADS, MISTAH! Orlando, Fla. - Universal Studios Florida will be transformed into the “Big Easy” for the ultimate street party during Mardi Gras 2007, running eleven Saturday nights beginning February 3 through April 14, 2007. Read Full Release
December 14, 2006 EVENT CALENDAR - 2007 View the events scheduled for 2007. Read Full Release
December 4, 2006 LIVE LIKE A ROCK STAR IN STYLISH, NEW ROOMS AT HARD ROCK HOTEL AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO! ORLANDO, FL – (December 1, 2006) – It is the perfect mix of funk and just plain fun.  Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando has completed a hip and stylish renovation of all 650 guest rooms and suites, which include 32-inch flat panel televisions and MP3 landing stations with connectivity to the in-room stereo system.  The room renovation creates an overall impression of urban chic, with a sophisticated palette of warm neutrals, chocolate brown, aqua and lime.  New technology blends with a new style that rocks! Read Full Release
November 9, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT REVEALS THE NEW FACE OF ENTERTAINMENT BLUE MAN GROUP OPENING IN JUNE 2007 ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 9, 2006) – Blue Man Group, the wildly successful live entertainment experience is coming to Universal Orlando Resort, opening June 2007. Read Full Release
October 3, 2006 THEME PARK VETERAN BILL DAVIS TO BECOME NEW PRESIDENT ORLANDO, Fla. – Universal Orlando Resort President and Chief Executive Officer Bob Gault announced his retirement today after more than 42 years in the theme park entertainment business. Read Full Release
September 15, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO LAUNCHES NEW MEETINGS & EVENTS BRAND ORLANDO, FL (September 12, 2005) – Building on its past successes and capitalizing on the one-of-a-kind capabilities at its disposal, Universal Orlando Resort has launched an all-new brand – Universal Orlando Resort Meetings & Events. Read Full Release
August 23, 2006 NEW WINEMAKER DINNERS AT LOEWS PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO ORLANDO, FL – The culinarians and sommelier at Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando, A Loews Hotel, are on a quest to find the truth … through wine!  To the delight of foodies and wine lovers alike, the hotel’s new winemaker dinners allow guests to experience the flavors and ambiance of Italy in a lively and entertaining setting.
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August 23, 2006 LOEWS HOTELS AND FISHER-PRICE TEAM UP TO CATER TO THE YOUNGEST OF TRAVELERS ORLANDO, FL -- As family travel continues to grow in popularity and the number of parents who bring their children on business trips is increasing, Loews Hotels and Fisher-Price, Inc have joined forces to create Loews Loves Little Kids presented by Fisher-Price®. Read Full Release
August 23, 2006 BOW WOW AND MEOW! LOEWS HOTELS WELCOME FOUR-LEGGED GUESTS WITH “LOEWS LOVES PETS” PROGRAM NEW YORK – Pets have a passport to travel at Loews Hotels.  Since the introduction of the “Loews Loves Pets” program in 2000, many VIPs (Very Important Pets) have made Loews Hotels their home away from home, enjoying the special treatment and privileges that are offered at the chain’s 18 properties in the U.S. and Canada.
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August 22, 2006 MIX BUSINESS WITH PLEASURE AT ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT’S STATE-OF-THE-ART MEETING FACILITIES ORLANDO, FL - State-of-the-art meeting facilities meet an exotic location that accommodates every need at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando. Read Full Release
August 4, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT LAUNCHES NEW PARTNERSHIP ORLANDO, FL – Universal Orlando Resort launches new Partner Hotel program to give guests a wider selection of hotel options as they plan their Universal vacations.  Guests staying at Universal partner hotels  also get several additional benefits as part of their stay. Read Full Release
August 3, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT OFFERS GUESTS A “NO QUESTIONS ASKED” SEVERE WEATHER CANCELLATION POLICY ORLANDO, FL – Worrying about severe weather conditions will no longer be an issue for guests planning their vacations to Universal Orlando.  Earlier this week Universal Orlando Resort implemented a new severe weather cancellation policy called “No Questions Asked.” Read Full Release
July 10, 2006 BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO. IS NOW OPEN AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK ORLANDO, Fl. – Guests looking to enjoy a fun, family atmosphere with a plethora of great tasting menu offerings have a new place to dine with the addition of Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., a restaurant based on the blockbuster film “Forrest Gump.” It opened at Universal CityWalk on July 29, 2006. Read Full Release
June 22, 2006 SNEETCHES, TRUFFULA TREES AND THE CAT IN THE HAT: BEHIND THE SCENES AT SEUSS LANDING ORLANDO, Fla – “Fantasy is a necessary ingredient in living,” Theodor Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, once said. “It's a way of looking at life through the wrong end of a telescope. Which is what I do, and that enables you to laugh at life's realities.” Read Full Release
June 9, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO: THE VACATION YOU NEED ORLANDO, Fla. — There is only one place in the world where you can do all these things in the same day: Experience the pulse-pounding thrill of accelerating from zero mph to 45 mph in two seconds – and then go weightless, Eat a chocolate-covered bug... Read Full Release
June 5, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO UNVEILS NEW ENTERTAINMENT AND DINING EXPERIENCES ACROSS ENTIRE RESORT ORLANDO, Fla. – This summer, Universal Orlando opens new attraction and entertainment options across its entire resort: a new Seuss-themed ride at Islands of Adventure, a high-tech nighttime show at Universal Studios and a night club and themed restaurant at Universal CityWalk. Read Full Release
June 2, 2006 THE RED COCONUT CLUB OPENS AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK MEDIA ALERT - The Red Coconut Club at Universal CityWalk is Orlando’s newest hotspot, bringing a swank, upscale feel to the resort. The club features signature drinks such as The Red Coco Tini and the Freaky Tiki Tini as well as a mouth watering appetizer menu with coconut shrimp, sesame chicken skewers and more. Read Full Release
May 9, 2006 UNIVERSAL'S ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE Universal Island's of Adventure Features World's Most Technology Advanced Rides and Attractions

Revolutionary Theme Park Allows Guests To “Live the Adventure”
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May 8, 2006 ULTIMATE THRILLS FOR ROLLER COASTER FANS ORLANDO, Fla.-- Islands of Adventure’s revolutionary roller coasters are designed to give riders unprecedented thrills unlike any coaster experience anywhere -- including near-misses, dramatic high-speed catapults and g-force flashes of speed through underground tunnels. Read Full Release
May 6, 2006 FEAR FACTOR LIVE ORLANDO, Fla. – Guests at Universal Orlando can test their courage and strength as they perform pulse-pounding stunts in the new Fear Factor Live show at Universal Orlando. Read Full Release
May 4, 2006 ELECTRIFY YOUR SENSES AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK ORLANDO, Fla. – The rhythmic beat of music pounds from high-tech speakers. Neon lights illuminate figures dancing in the streets. Revelers dine at top-name restaurants and club hop until the wee hours of the morning. Stiltwalkers, jugglers and street entertainers dazzle onlookers. It’s a typical action-packed night at Universal CityWalk. Read Full Release
May 2, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO'S ON-SITE HOTELS Orlando, Fla. – Universal Orlando’s award-winning resorts immerse guests in an experience entirely different from their everyday lives. Whether it’s the tropical escape of the Loews Royal Pacific Resort, the life of a rock star at the Hard Rock Hotel or the pampered, Mediterranean luxury of the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Universal Orland’s resorts have something for everyone. Read Full Release
May 1, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO VACATIONS Guests Can Customize Universal Orlando Vacations
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April 26, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO INCREASES HOURLY START RATES FOR EMPLOYEES ORLANDO, Fla. - April 25, 2006 - Universal Orlando Resort is increasing its hourly start rate for new employees to $7.25 an hour from $6.75 an hour – and adding an extra 25-cents an hour for workers with two years experience in tourism or hospitality, creating a potential start rate of $7.50 for some employees. Read Full Release
April 15, 2006 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA Imagine plummeting down a virtual 1,000-foot waterfall in Shrek 4-D or speeding through darkness in the world’s first psychological thrill ride in Revenge of The Mummy—The Ride or performing pulse-pounding stunts in the new Fear Factor Live attraction. Read Full Release
April 5, 2006 DINING AT HARD ROCK HOTEL AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO The Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando is home to one of the finest collection of music memorabilia, but it is also home to some of the finest dining in Orlando. From high-energy to low-key, Hard Rock Hotel has restaurants for any rock ‘n’ roll taste. Read Full Release
April 5, 2006 DINING AT LOEWS PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL With an assortment of restaurants and lounges, the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando provides both elegant and casual dining experiences for all tastes, with an Italian accent.

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April 5, 2006 DINING AT LOEWS ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT Guests at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando can not only soak in the sights and sounds of the Pacific islands, but also the tastes of the island’s cuisine. The Royal Pacific Resort offers a wide variety of dining experiences for diners to enjoy. Read Full Release
April 4, 2006 SHREK 4-D ORLANDO, Fla -- The comic talents of Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz and John Lithgow return to give voice to the swamp-dwelling ogre, Shrek, his faithful companion, Donkey; his bride, Princess Fiona; and the vengeful ghost of Lord Farquaad in Shrek 4-D, an animated saga that picks up the story where the Oscar-winning feature film “Shrek” left off. Read Full Release
April 4, 2006 THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF SPIDER-MAN ORLANDO, Fla. –Your world is turned upside-down as you seem to step into a living comic book, where you are attacked by super villains, aided by super heroes, soar through the sky and help rescue the Statue of Liberty. You feel rushing wind when you fly, searing heat as you duck fiery flameballs and the “thud!” of a web-swinging Spider-Man landing on the hood of your vehicle. Read Full Release
March 20, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT’S ON-SITE HOTELS ROLL OUT NEW, CREATIVELY THEMED MEETING MENUS ORLANDO, FL – (March 20, 2006) – Meeting planners ordinarily cringe at the thought of their attendees finding bugs in buffets during an evening reception or afternoon lunch break – unless they’ve ordered a package of “crunchy critters” as part of their “Fear Factor” themed break. Anything is possilbe.
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January 25, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT MEETING & EVENTS OFFERS GROUPS ONE-OF-A-KIND TEAMBUILDING OPPORTUNITIES ORLANDO, FL  – Whether conducted as part of a corporate retreat or as a break from a meeting or conference, teambuilding activities are a great method for spawning creativity and building camaraderie and teamwork. Read Full Release
January 25, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT OFFERS GROUPS AN UPSCALE MEETING EXPERIENCE ORLANDO, Fla. -- At Universal Orlando Resort, meeting attendees can experience impressive on-site amenities, including award-winning luxury accommodations, world-class meeting facilities and tempting dining options, while enjoying the thrills and excitement of two of the world’s most famous theme parks – all in a day’s “work”. Read Full Release
January 25, 2006 ELECTRIFY YOUR SENSES AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK ORLANDO, FL – After a long day of meetings, everyone needs a little time to unwind and recharge the batteries. Meeting attendees at Universal Orlando Resort can do this and much more without ever leaving the resort – thanks to Universal’s CityWalk. Read Full Release
January 21, 2006 NEW ORCHID COURT SUSHI BAR AT ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT, A LOEWS HOTEL ORLANDO, FL - Orchid Court Sushi Bar is the newest addition to the collection of unique, themed food and beverage outlets at Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, A Loews Hotel. Read Full Release
May 31, 2005 CRITTER CONTACT ORLANDO, Fla. – The Goliath Bird-Eating tarantula is the size of a dinner plate and feeds on everything from mice to small birds.  The Black Rat snake can grow up to eight-feet long, is an excellent climber, and can shake its tail so vigorously it is often confused for a rattle snake. Read Full Release
May 31, 2005 REALITY TELEVISION ORLANDO, Fla. -- In 1948, NBC aired "I'd Like to See," a first-of-its kind show that allowed viewers to request such things as the chance to watch two railroad trains collide.  NBC then filmed and broadcast the requested events.  It was with "I'd Like to See" that reality TV was born. Read Full Release
May 31, 2005 FROM TV TO THEME PARK ORLANDO, Fla – The idea of creating a “Fear Factor”-based attraction at the famed Universal theme parks began soon after Universal and NBC joined to create NBC/Universal.
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April 15, 2005 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS - THE HEART OF THE ACTION Imagine plummeting down a virtual 1,000-foot waterfall in Shrek 4-D or speeding through darkness in the world’s first psychological thrill ride in Revenge of The Mummy—The Ride or performing pulse-pounding stunts in the Fear Factor Live attraction. Read Full Release
April 15, 2005 “MUMMY” MOVIES ROAR TO LIFE AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO ORLANDO, Fla. -- Based on the phenomenally popular “Mummy” films that have grossed nearly $1 billion worldwide, Universal Studios’ Revenge of The Mummy-The Ride heralds in a new era in thrill rides. It’s the first attraction in history to feature an unprecedented fusion of threshold technology, high-speed roller coaster engineering and space age robotics, which propels guests through special effects-laden and ancient Egyptian catacombs. Read Full Release
April 5, 2005 ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT FACT SHEET One of North America’s most exotic hotels, the Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando immerses guests in the tropical enchantment of the South Pacific. The resort captivates guests with its unique design, exotic charm, and elaborate landscaping and lagoons, bringing to life the tales of the Pacific islands. The 1,000-room hotel sits on a 53-acre site adjacent to Universal Orlando’s two theme parks and entertainment complex.
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April 5, 2005 PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL FACT SHEET The allure of Mediterranean luxury is re-created at Universal Orlando with the Portofino Bay Hotel, which opened in September 1999. Featuring 750 elegantly appointed rooms, the Portofino Bay Hotel is imbued with the ambiance and romantic harborage of the Italian seaside village of Portofino. Read Full Release
April 5, 2005 HARD ROCK HOTEL FACT SHEET The Hard Rock Hotel is designed as a California mission style estate, the home of a sophisticated rocker, complete with an eclectic collection of memorabilia. From video screens showcasing the biggest musical names of our time, to the resort-wide stereo system, the 650-room resort is designed with the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll in mind, so that every guest feels like a rock star. Read Full Release
April 4, 2005 UNIVERSAL CITYWALK FACT SHEET Universal CityWalk, an eclectic collection of themed restaurants, electrifying nightclubs, and specialty shops, is Orlando’s hottest entertainment spot. From the elegance of Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando to the rock n’ roll beat of Hard Rock Café, CityWalk features the biggest names in dining, live music and dancing. Read Full Release
January 25, 2005 MEETINGS AND EVENT FACT SHEET Universal Orlando Resort has developed a unique combination of product, location, facilities, service and capabilities to provide a worry-free environment for meeting planners from all types of organizations.  Our mission is to provide a meeting experience that is unmatched and exceeds all expectations of the meeting planner and attendees. Read Full Release
June 15, 2007 HARD ROCK HOTEL JUNE 'VELVET SESSIONS' TO FEATURE THE KNACK! Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando’s June ‘Velvet Sessions’ will feature The Knack, performing classic hits, “My Sharona,” “Good Girls Don’t” and more.    Read Full Release
March 8, 2007 MEDIA ALERT - THE FIXX COMES TO 'VELVET SESSIONS' AT HARD ROCK HOTEL March 'Velvet Sessions' at Hard Rock Hotel to Feature The Fixx! Read Full Release
March 7, 2007 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO UNVEILS NEW ENTERTAINMENT AND DINING EXPERIENCES FOR GROUPS THIS SUMMER Something New Everywhere:  Nightly Lagoon Show, Night Club and Themed Restaurant – All Ready for Summer Read Full Release
February 26, 2007 “THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW” HEADS BACK TO UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT FOR MORE FUN!

The Show Will Tape Episodes on March 30th and March 31st.  Episodes Set to Air on Monday, April 2, Tuesday, April 3 and Wednesday, April 4.

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February 9, 2007 ARNOLD PALMER INVITATIONAL FORMS NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT AND PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL World-renowned golf tournament and resort destination team up for the benefit of players, families and fans Read Full Release
January 24, 2007 TRACEY STOCKWELL APPOINTED CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER FOR UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT ORLANDO, Fla. – January 24, 2007 – Tracey Stockwell has been appointed Chief Financial Officer for Universal Orlando Resort, the company announced today. Read Full Release
October 2, 2006 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT PRESIDENT BOB GAULT TO RETIRE ORLANDO, Fla. (Oct. 2, 2006) – Universal Orlando Resort President and Chief Executive Officer Bob Gault announced his retirement today after more than 42 years in the theme park entertainment business. Read Full Release
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