Universal Orlando Resort
Theme park · Turkey Lake
6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Highlights
Theme park resort featuring two theme parks, a water park, and dining
Theme park resort featuring two theme parks, a water park, and dining
"The neighboring theme-park complex turns heavily seasonal with offerings like "Grinchmas," a show based on "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," plus a special holiday parade that features popular floats from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Between November 21 and December 31, 2025, the parks present seasonal decor and performances in the Wizarding World areas (Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade); guests are urged to warm up with a hot mug of (non-alcoholic) Butterbeer." - Skye Sherman Skye Sherman Skye Sherman is a travel writer based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Aside from traveling, she's also a pilot, scuba diver, bookworm, and fourth-generation Floridian. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, USA Today, Palm Beach Illustrated, Atlas Obscura, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A major Central Florida theme-park complex (including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter) offering high-energy rides and immersive environments that reward multi-day visits and cater to families seeking blockbuster attractions and franchise-driven entertainment." - Sarah Bruning Sarah Bruning Sarah Bruning is the special projects and surveys editor at Travel + Leisure, where she has been on staff since 2018. She assigns stories across the magazine, primarily for the Experiences section and feature well. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"The theme-park resort offers officially licensed Butterbeer—the non‑alcoholic beverage associated with the franchise, available hot or cold—and a variety of themed sweets sold alongside the drink, establishing a food-and-merchandise model that other retail outposts emulate." - Ashok Selvam
"This resort is offering special holiday programming and seasonal deals throughout the season." - Michael Cappetta Michael Cappetta Michael Cappetta is a travel writer with over 10 years of experience in journalism and television news. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Universal Orlando Resort is known for its two exciting theme parks, water park, on-site hotels, and more. Families can enjoy a new dining-inclusive vacation package, which includes up to $1,000 towards food and drinks in the parks and at the hotels. The package, dubbed the 'Dining Card Vacation Package,' is available for residents of the United States and Canada for travel dates from November 7, 2024, through April 10, 2025. Hotel accommodations at one of Universal’s onsite hotels and theme park admission are included. More than 200 different venues across Universal’s property accept the dining cards, offering endless culinary possibilities." - Megan duBois
