Universal Orlando Resort Expansion (Part 1)

[maxairmike]

So I did some more nosing around in the records searches and nothing of note was to be found. I'll keep checking periodically over the next few weeks as sometimes things are slow to process through (some documents from the 23rd were still listed as in progress and incomplete), so something could appear.

 

[TheBlackMamba]

We have discussed this to death already. Unless Universal can get the major blvd extension project cancelled and the current major blvd removed, that entire area is worthless to them for a new park. It only has merit for a few fringe hotels.

Its just a smaller grill area . I worked in IOA and had to cover a shift in Toon Lagoon, they have one there behind tge old Circus stadium

 

[Brian G.]

FWIW, we'll be recording our podcast tonight with one of the topics being the 3rd Park rumors, and will be joined by Robert Niles from Theme Park Insider.

If you have any questions, make sure to [HASHTAG]#AskRadiOU[/HASHTAG] on Twitter, or email us at questions@orlandounited.com

 

[Teebin]

How long has Robert Niles lived in Florida? Do people see him at WDW and UOR all the time?
All this time I thought he lived in California.

 

[Mad Dog]

How long has Robert Niles lived in Florida? Do people see him at WDW and UOR all the time?
All this time I thought he lived in California.

Niles lives in California, somewhere around LA. He worked at WDW when he was in college (Northwestern?). I don't think he makes it out to Florida very often.

 

[Teebin]

Niles lives in California, somewhere around LA. He worked at WDW when he was in college (Northwestern?). I don't think he makes it out to Florida very often.

Wild then that his domain name whois is still set to a Celebration, FL address. It is quite easy and necessary to update that stuff.

 

[Teebin]

Stealing this from OU's twitter post. My god it is stupid compelling... well edited, great cinematography, super music. An extended and new UOR promotional video. (it is so good it made me MK fireworks weepy)

 

[martymcflyy85]

That video gave me goosebumps

 

[gbird]

Didnt think was possible that I could want to go back to Orlando any more than I do, but after watching that video was I wrong. Excellently done video, very effective.

 

[UNIrd]

Ugh. That video just encompasses why UOR is my favorite place on Earth, with Disneyland a close second.

 

[CTank]

:agree: I've watched this video three times. :dance: Now I just wish I was at Universal instead of the office... Guess I'll just watch the video again.

 

[ThreePack Shagur]

It's like a 3 minute version of the parks channel from the hotels.

 

[Sleepyhollowstudios]

That is a fantastic video! It showcases a LOT in a short amount of time. Very well done!

-Andy

 

[Danielt1]

Hey guys!!! Have been checking up on the threads every day "as usual" and loving what I hear. About a month ago I was so lost in regards to what direction to take in order to persue my dreams of one day working for Universal and building the lands/attractions we all love and are so passionate about. Great advice from teebin and everyone else helped me come to a decision that I want to major in architectural engineering! I am posting for two reasons. One is to thank everyone who helped me when I needed advice, and the second is to ask if any of you have any other advice for me before I start my long journey that hopefully one day will land me a job at universal. I know questions like this are really off topic and annoying, but all of your responses really do help. It truely is my dream and passion to one day create and build for a company that I honestky love with all my heart. I appreciate any responses and seriously everyone thank you for all the advice thus far!!!!

 

[quinnmac000]

Viacom's stock crashed over the past few weeks....could Comcast buy them out and unite Universal and Nick together again plus allow them to now own the rights to Star Trek

 

[Brian G.]

Could they? Yes. Will they? No.

 

[Teebin]

Great advice from teebin and everyone else helped me come to a decision that I want to major in architectural engineering!

You all will enjoy this tidbit. One (if not the) high mucks of Engineering at Universal enjoys a major privilege/secret in one of the upcoming major attractions. It will put a smile on your faces if/when you find out what it is. So cool...

 

[floridakid]

You all will enjoy this tidbit. One (if not the) high mucks of Engineering at Universal enjoys a major privilege/secret in one of the upcoming major attractions. It will put a smile on your faces if/when you find out what it is. So cool...

Like an homage to engineering (aka Kong's breath smelling like a sweaty engineer after 3rd shift)? Or something even cooler?! Like a secret room just for the head hanchos of engineering.

 

[Teebin]

Like an homage to engineering (aka Kong's breath smelling like a sweaty engineer after 3rd shift)? Or something even cooler?! Like a secret room just for the head hanchos of engineering.

It's even cooler, and I ain't telling until after it opens.

 

[Mad Dog]

It's even cooler, and I ain't telling until after it opens.

We still have about 9 months to force the info from you. :box: