Universal Destinations and Experiences operates theme parks and resorts featuring attractions based on popular entertainment properties.

Universal Destinations and Experiences

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Universal Destinations & Experiences, a unit of Comcast NBCUniversal, offers guests around the world the most innovative, immersive and popular entertainment experiences. Our portfolio is comprised of world-class theme parks featuring the industry’s most thrilling and technologically advanced attractions, exceptional hotels and resorts, unique merchandise, games, virtual and live entertainment experiences. We use our rich collection of stories and franchises – from Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation and more – to take people to places they couldn’t imagine while creating memorable and emotionally fulfilling moments for people of all ages.

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Every fall, guests brave their worst nightmares coming to life at Halloween Horror Nights. This year, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood will feature four bi-coastal haunted houses inspired by fan-favorite films and characters. Additional experiences and themed offerings will be available at each location. More information about the houses can be found in the post below.

Meet Robert Anthony Lara, a Seasonal Operations Supervisor at Universal Studios Hollywood! “Whether it's your first job, you’re in between jobs, need a seasonal role, or are just looking for a place where the core values are to have fun, this is a great place to start.” 

Learn more about attraction operation opportunities across our destinations: https://bit.ly/3YYfoSG.

Congratulations to the Team Members who helped bring Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel to life. Guests will be able to view beautiful details of celestial patterns and constellations that can be seen throughout the hotel.

2024 marks 30 years of partnership between Universal Orlando Resort and Orange County Public Schools to provide an alternative approach to traditional learning for high school students. Through the Universal Education Center (UEC), students receive comprehensive education, real-world work experience and meaningful mentorship.

Jerico, a UEC graduate, started his Universal career journey in Admissions and is now a chef assistant at Islands of Adventure where he helps lead a full-service kitchen. He says, "You can look for a career while you're in school, which is the coolest thing. The program built me up to be a better person and pursue a career that has been my dream since childhood." 

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4dFF62P

Bringing the Universal Orlando Resort portfolio to a total of 11 hotels and 11,000 guest rooms, Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel builds on three decades of world-class entertainment and creative theming expertise which sets a new standard in immersive hotel experiences. Opening in 2025, the majestic Mediterranean-inspired hotel features exceptional views of Universal Epic Universe and includes a dedicated entrance into the theme park (separate theme park admission required). Click the link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNNtwi5d

Take a ‘Shriek Peek’ at the all-new 2024 Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights merchandise, inspired by the biggest names in horror and fan-favorite original characters. This year introduces the largest line-up yet of apparel, souvenirs, homeware, collectibles, accessories and more at Universal theme parks globally. Select products are available now on https://lnkd.in/eWz6GMMR, with more coming soon.

Special Olympics offers a platform for athletes with intellectual disabilities to showcase their skills from coast to coast, compete and inspire us all. Team Member volunteers from Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood are proud to support this incredible organization year-round. Thank you to the many Team Members who give their time to serve our local communities.

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

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.

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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