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Universal Destinations & Experiences
Entertainment Providers
Orlando, Florida 25,623 followers
About us
Universal Destinations & Experiences., a unit of Comcast NBCUniversal, offers guests around the globe today’s most relevant and popular entertainment experiences. With three-time Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg as creative consultant, its theme parks are known for immersive experiences that feature some of the world’s most thrilling and technologically advanced film- and television-based attractions. Universal Destinations & Experiences in the U.S. are Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort. Around the world, UP&R includes Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, a license agreement with Universal Studios Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa, and the recently-opened Universal Beijing Resort.
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http://www.universalparks.com
External link for Universal Destinations & Experiences
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- Entertainment Providers
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Orlando, Florida
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- Public Company
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1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Orlando, Florida 32819, US
Employees at Universal Destinations & Experiences
Updates
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Peter Collins, Senior Manager of Technical Entertainment at Universal Orlando Resort, has helped develop floats and systems for the Universal Mega Movie Parade from concept to completion. This one-of-a-kind parade showcases new floats, nearly 100 performers, and special effects, bringing classic film moments to life. Collins shared, "My favorite part is seeing the awe on guests' faces as the floats pass and how they appreciate all the hard work the team has put in to showcase these amazing films in parade form." Interested in joining our Talent Universe? Apply here: https://bit.ly/3yBhLA7
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NBCUniversal TODAY’s Al Roker and Craig Melvin journey from the 2024 Paris Olympics to a pre-rendering of Universal Epic Universe's new Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic.
Get a first look at Universal’s new Ministry of Magic universe
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A new era of magic awaits in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Universal Epic Universe in 2025. Guests will discover the wider wizarding world like never before as they travel from the fantastic beast-filled streets of 1920s wizarding Paris, then take the Métro-Floo to the British Ministry in the 1990s for new thrills with Harry, Ron and Hermione. Want to know more? Read here: https://bit.ly/3LKdLjw
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In 2025, the fifth Minion-themed land will open at Universal Studios Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa featuring themed rides, retail, and dining experiences. Guests will be able to enjoy three new areas: Minion Marketplace, Gru’s Neighborhood and Super Silly Fun Land – inspired by Illumination’s beloved Despicable Me and the Minions franchise. More surprises await in Illumination’s Minion Land! https://bit.ly/3YjD5EN
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Did you know it’s National Water Park Day? Fun fact: At Universal Orlando Resort Volcano Bay, the Krakatau Aqua Coaster is a one-of-a-kind attraction which combines a water slide with a roller coaster. Four-person canoes slide upward through the mists and into the dark twists and turns within the volcano before emerging with a plunge through a shimmering waterfall. Inside the iconic volcano, Guests can meet Vol, an interactive character who brings the volcano to life.
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The Games begin today! We are proud to be part of the Comcast NBCUniversal family as they bring the 2024 Paris Olympics to homes across the country.
Let the Games Begin! The #ParisOlympics Opening Ceremony is HERE at 7:30/6:30c on NBC & Peacock.
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Today, Universal Destinations & Experiences celebrates our interns at Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Creative. Interns across our universe engage in professional growth programming and experiences that emphasize FUN! #NationalInternDay
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As part of the creative process, we built a scaled model of Universal Epic Universe. It's now on display at CityWalk Universal Orlando Resort where guests can get a sneak-peek at Epic’s five larger-than-life worlds. Learn more about this must-see experience here: https://lnkd.in/ezWHbGnR
Excited for Epic Universe? So are we! Check out this special look at the Epic Universe Preview Center with Universal Creative’s Chief Creative Officer, Brian Robinson 🌎 #UniversalCreative #EpicUniverse
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Nearly 100 Universal Orlando Resort Team Members recently volunteered at The Great Big Backpack Build, A Gift for Teaching’s annual fundraising and school supply event. With support from our Team Members and a $45,500 grant from the Universal Orlando Foundation, more than 21,000 backpacks were filled with school supplies for students across Central Florida! Universal Destinations & Experiences is committed to supporting our communities and making a positive impact. Learn more about the event and Universal Orlando’s longtime partnership with A Gift for Teaching: https://bit.ly/3SBmMj5