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Universal Orlando Resort is a theme park, entertainment district and vacation resort located in south Orlando, Fla., featuring two theme parks, stores, restaurants, nightclubs, entertainment venues and three resort hotels.
The resort is owned through a complex corporate partnership that includes Blackstone Capital Partners and NBC Universal Inc. In 2006, Universal Orlando¿s two theme parks had a combined attendance of 11.2 million visitors, and the full resort offered employment to approximately 13,000 people.
Universal Orlando¿s first component, Universal Studios Florida, opened in 1990, featuring rides and shows mostly based on classic movies. In late 1998 and 1999, the r...
The resort is owned through a complex corporate partnership that includes Blackstone Capital Partners and NBC Universal Inc. In 2006, Universal Orlando¿s two theme parks had a combined attendance of 11.2 million visitors, and the full resort offered employment to approximately 13,000 people.
Universal Orlando¿s first component, Universal Studios Florida, opened in 1990, featuring rides and shows mostly based on classic movies. In late 1998 and 1999, the r...
Universal Orlando Resort is a theme park, entertainment district and vacation resort located in south Orlando, Fla., featuring two theme parks, stores, restaurants, nightclubs, entertainment venues and three resort hotels.
The resort is owned through a complex corporate partnership that includes Blackstone Capital Partners and NBC Universal Inc. In 2006, Universal Orlando¿s two theme parks had a combined attendance of 11.2 million visitors, and the full resort offered employment to approximately 13,000 people.
Universal Orlando¿s first component, Universal Studios Florida, opened in 1990, featuring rides and shows mostly based on classic movies. In late 1998 and 1999, the resort was more than doubled with the openings of the CityWalk shopping, dining and nightlife district and the second theme park, Islands of Adventure, which added more rides and shows based on movies, comics, Dr. Seuss children¿s books and fantasy.
Universal Studios¿ most popular attractions include the Revenge of the Mummy roller coaster. At Islands of Adventure, the Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ride is one of the most acclaimed in the world. CityWalk is anchored by a resident Blue Man Group show and a Hard Rock Live concert hall. In late 2009, Islands of Adventure will unveil a new themed area based on the Harry Potter series of books and movies.
The resort is owned through a complex corporate partnership that includes Blackstone Capital Partners and NBC Universal Inc. In 2006, Universal Orlando¿s two theme parks had a combined attendance of 11.2 million visitors, and the full resort offered employment to approximately 13,000 people.
Universal Orlando¿s first component, Universal Studios Florida, opened in 1990, featuring rides and shows mostly based on classic movies. In late 1998 and 1999, the resort was more than doubled with the openings of the CityWalk shopping, dining and nightlife district and the second theme park, Islands of Adventure, which added more rides and shows based on movies, comics, Dr. Seuss children¿s books and fantasy.
Universal Studios¿ most popular attractions include the Revenge of the Mummy roller coaster. At Islands of Adventure, the Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ride is one of the most acclaimed in the world. CityWalk is anchored by a resident Blue Man Group show and a Hard Rock Live concert hall. In late 2009, Islands of Adventure will unveil a new themed area based on the Harry Potter series of books and movies.
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What you need to know about Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida
It's always been the place where you can "ride the movies," but Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida is also much, much more. In addition to the exciting rides, you can learn the secrets of movie-making when you go behind-the-scenes at a number of...Tags: Orlando, Florida, Universal Orlando, Movies, Universal CityWalk
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Crist has busy agenda on trade mission to Europe
Tallahassee BureauGov. Charlie Crist is preparing for a 10-day trip to Europe to talk up the state's aerospace and alternative-energy industries. Crist leaves Saturday on the third trade mission of his administration. He will lead a flock of Florida business leaders...Tags: Imports, Florida, Orlando, Government, Gulf Power Company
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Turn up the heat in Mexico
The Washington PostSpring is in the air, which only means one thing: Spring fever. And what better way to get out all that pent up winter energy than with a romantic vacation in Mexico? Rekindle the spark while ambling through pristine waterfalls or dreamy lagoons, or...Tags: Personal Service, Natural Resources, Books and Magazines, Europe Sailing, Hotel and Accommodation Industry
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Red, White & Boom Celebrations Light Up Skies All Over Florida
SouthFlorida.comWith the Fourth of July falling on a Friday this year, it is ideal for a long weekend getaway highlighted by Independence Day celebrations, which are as abundant as the bursts of color of mega fireworks displays.With the Fourth of July falling on a Friday...Tags: Key Largo, Florida, Gardens and Parks, People, Festive Event
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What slowdown? Universal posts rosy results
Sentinel Staff WriterUniversal Orlando said Friday that it had enjoyed another fiscal quarter of improved attendance, sales and profit -- the second local theme-park operator this week to report that it started the year by defying fears of a tourism slowdown. In a first-...Tags: Homer Simpson, Universal Orlando, Universal City, Easter, Islands of Adventure
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Orlando is fun for grown-ups, too!
The Chicago TribuneThe official name is Universal Orlando Resort. That's marketing for you. Here's what it is: two amusement parks ( Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure) with overlapping themes and missions - which park has Barney and which...Tags: Hollywood (Los Angeles, California), Video Games, Superman, Beverly Hills, Lucille Ball
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Crowd ganged up on arresting police officer at Wet 'n Wild, jail records show
Sentinel Staff WriterAn Orlando police officer was rushed by 50 to 75 people Sunday afternoon, some of whom reportedly then punched him, when he tried to arrest a disorderly teen who had refused to leave the Wet 'n Wild water park. Orange County jail records show that...Tags: People, Crimes, Teen-agers, Pompano Beach, Juvenile Delinquency
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WGN-TVs Blue Man Group/Family Guy Contest
Thank you for entering the contest! The Winner will be notified on or about November 26, 2007. Prizes provided by: ++++++++++++++++++++ || || || || ++++++++++++++++++++ © 2007 BMP. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2007 Universal...Tags: Universal Orlando, Blue Man Group
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Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort is a world all it's own, with two breathtaking theme parks, a wealth of exciting nightlife venues, luxurious resort hotels and plenty of fine shopping and dining. The classic Universal Studios Florida theme park remains one of...Tags: Florida, Gardens and Parks, Universal Orlando, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Hotel and Accommodation Industry
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Final 'Harry Potter' book will be split into two movies
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterFor "Harry Potter" and Hollywood, eight is the magic number. Warner Bros. Pictures and the producers behind the $4.5-billion film franchise featuring the beloved boy wizard will split the seventh and final novel in the J.K. Rowling series into two films....Tags: Hollywood (Los Angeles, California), Florida, Harry Potter, Books and Magazines, Management Change
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Universal with grown-up appeal
Tribune reporterThe official name is Universal Orlando Resort. That's marketing for you. Here's what it is: Two amusement parks (Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure) with overlapping themes and missions -- which park has Barney and which park...Tags: Hollywood (Los Angeles, California), Video Games, Superman, Beverly Hills, Lucille Ball
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