Universal Destinations & Experiences

One year ago today, we opened the portals to Universal Epic Universe. As the most ambitious theme park Universal Destinations & Experiences has ever created, Epic Universe transports guests to five expansive worlds with more than 50 incredible experiences. In its first year, the park has helped transform Universal Orlando Resort into a weeklong vacation destination, earned industry recognition for its innovative storytelling and delighted guests from across the globe. And this is just the beginning.

This month brings two heartfelt seasonal celebrations across Universal parks: Thanks Love Month at Universal Studios Japan(USJ LLC) and Universal Love Month at Universal Beijing Resort. These events recognize the many people who shape our lives and how we show appreciation for them. At both parks, guests can share meaningful moments with loved ones through limited-time experiences designed to spark connection, gratitude and joy.

Guests and team members alike can discover surprise products and toys through popular "blind box" collectibles created by Universal Products & Experiences. Available across Universal theme parks worldwide, these rotating series celebrate seasonal moments and beloved characters from Illumination’s Minions, DreamWorks Animation’s Kung Fu Panda, Halloween Horror Nights and more.     “With the growth of the blind box trend, our global teams have collaborated to create collections with unique stylizations that deliver a fresh take on Universal characters,” says the Universal Destinations & Experiences toy team. “Many of these are exclusive to our theme parks and uniquely Universal."

Universal Destinations & Experiences and the University of Central Florida are introducing the Universal School of Experience Leadership and Innovation. This first‑of‑its‑kind school is designed to help develop the future leaders of our industry who will usher in a new era of themed entertainment and immersive experiences.   Leaders from both organizations came together, with team members and alumni to share the news – read more here: https://lnkd.in/edRAbQg9   Watch to see the moments that made the day. 

A first look at the nametag for Universal Kids Resort, the first Universal park created specifically for young children ages 3–8, opening this summer in Frisco, Texas. Its colorful design captures the joy, creativity and optimism of the park itself. Around the world, Universal nametags are crafted to match the unique energy of each park, and this one is no exception. 

Congratulations to teams across Universal Destinations & Experiences, who were honored with four Thea Awards for the innovation, creativity and world-class guest experience at Universal Epic Universe. Since its official debut last May, the park has quickly become the new standard for themed entertainment and transformed Universal Orlando Resort into a weeklong vacation destination. 

Universal Studios Japan（ユー・エス・ジェイ ） and the City of Osaka have announced a new partnership aimed at energizing the local community through the power of entertainment. United with a shared vision to create lasting impact, the collaboration is already underway with specially designed installations across the city, activations at the Osaka Marathon and educational programs for students and young professionals. “We will continue working closely with the City of Osaka to help make our local community even more vibrant and lively, and to further promote regional revitalization,” said Taku Murayama, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Universal Studios Japan.

During this April’s Global Volunteer Month, Universal Destinations & Experiences team members around the world showcased their shared commitment to giving back. From Beijing and Osaka to Frisco, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Orlando, our teams partnered with local organizations to clean up communities, pack essential supplies, sort donations and support families in need.

Universal Fan Fest Nights is back at Universal Studios Hollywood, select nights April 23–May 16. Guests can step into the worlds of Scooby-Doo x Universal Monsters, ONE PIECE, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ during this ultimate celebration of fandom. Experience immersive in-world adventures, fan zones, rides, shows and more.

As a Security Supervisor on the Access Control team at Universal Orlando Resort, Daysie helps ensure smooth daily operations while leading a close‑knit team with care and confidence. In her 10 years with the company, she has grown through talent development programs, mentorship and networking opportunities that have shaped her leadership style. For Daysie, the most rewarding part of her role is supporting her team and building meaningful connections.