UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA ESCAPE AT A GLANCE

Universal Studios Florida, which opened in 1990, is the largest working motion picture studio outside of Hollywood. Its more than 40 state-of-the-art rides, shows and attractions allow visitors to live the movies. Fodor's Orlando Like a Pro Guide calls Universal Studios Florida the best theme park in the world.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA HOTEL INFORMATION UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA CITYWALK UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA RIDES & ATTRACTIONS

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE

With Academy Award-winning producer/director Steven Spielberg as creative consultant, Universal Studios Islands of Adventure is the world's most technologically advanced theme park and is the permanent home to some of the most thrilling rides and attractions ever made, as well as the world's most beloved characters, including The Cat in the Hat. Spider-Man, Popeye, The Incredible Hulk and the dinosaurs of Jurassic Park. Set among the exotic coastlines of the oceans of the world, this adventure of a lifetime begins at the Port of Entry and continues through five uniquely themed islands including:

Seuss Landing- a cacophony of colors, music and mood set the scene on this island which is the only place in the world where the whimsical characters of Theodor Dr. Seuss Geisel's famous books spring into being,

Toon Lagoon. brings to life more than 150 of the world's best-loved, two-dimensional cartoon characters in an environment which melts the boundaries between imagination and reality,

Marvel Super Hero Island- incorporates unprecedented technology with the most popular comic book heroes and villains of all time, showcasing revolutionary rides and attractions that combine moving vehicles, 3-D film, live-action and special effects.

Jurassic Park - inspired by the most successful motion picture of all time, this island contains the most life-like animatronic creatures ever made. Guests will come face-to-face with living, breathing dinosaurs

The Lost Continent - those who dare to proceed must do so cautiously or quickly find themselves lost in a foreboding, medieval forest inhabited by fiery dragons and mythical gods in The Lost Continent: a land once believed to exist only in the mists of time; aland where myths and legends come to life.


UNIVERSAL STUDIOS CITYWALK

A 30-acre entertainment complex located at the heart of the entertainment destination at Universal Studios Escape in Orlando, Florida. Offering an unparalleled array of live music and electrifying dance clubs, this uniquely original complex is the soul-stirring entertainment core of Orlando, where popular culture's innovators invite visitors to taste, touch, see and hear great entertainment with a distinct attitude. The exciting venues include:

All new Hard Rock Cafe Orlando including Hard Rock's first ever dedicated live concert venue, Hard Rock Live.

Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville -- where every corner brings to life a different Jimmy Buffett classic, as island music carries guests away and they savor their cheeseburgers in a Parrothead paradise.

Universal Cineplex -- 20 screens and 5,000 seats; the next generation of technologically advanced cinemas. Opening summer 1999.

NASCAR Cafe -- the only NASCAR sanctioned eatery, features a surround-sound video wall, electronic and multi-media games, memorabilia, rare artifacts and collectibles.

Pat O'Brien's - The legend continues with Pat O'Brien's -- the famous New Orleans watering hole known the world-over for its specialty drink, the Hurricane.

Bob Marley - A Tribute to Freedom -- captures the essence of the man and his music in this recreation of his Jamaican home and garden.

Motown Cafe -- known for combining the music, magic and memories of the legendary music label Motown with great tasting, slow cooked homestyle American food.

Pastamore - brings a taste of Italy with it's open-air, marketplace cafe area and full service restaurant where guests can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine a la carte or family style.

The Groove -- an electrifying dance club that combines the classical architecture of a once glorious dilapidated old theater with high tech chrome and steel to present the next generation in nightclub entertainment.

NBA City - a new restaurant concept which combines for the first time ever great food and the worldwide popularity of the National Basketball Association. Opening summer 1999.

City Jazz - A comprehensive jazz center called City Jazzz consisting of the Down Beat Jazz Hall of Fame, the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz and a live performance venue.

Latin Quarter -- which combines the driving rhythms and delicious delicacies of all 21 Latin American nations in a festive dining and dancing interactive adventure.

LODGING:

The Pottorino Bay Hotel at Universal Studios Escape, a Loews Hotel featuring 750 rooms ready for occupancy summer 1999.

The Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Studios Escape, a Loews Hotel featuring 650 rooms opening in 2000.

The Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Studios Escape, a Loews Hotel opening in 2001.

Additional hotels scheduled for completion by 2005.

EXPANDED PRODUCTION FACILITIES:

Universal Studios Florida is currently the largest working motion picture studio outside of Hollywood with nine soundstages totaling 146,500 square feet and hundreds of exterior backlot location sets.

ADDITIONAL ELEMENTS:

• Guest Transportation
• Water Taxis
• Ferries
• Multi-Car Trams
• Motor Coaches
• Streamline People Mover
• One of the Largest Single Structure, Parking Garages in the United States.

North Structure:
5 tiers
3.4 million square feet
Capacity for 9,051 vehicles
Can be expanded to contain 10,800 vehicles
Opened December 16, 1996

South Structure:
6 tiers
3.9 million square feet
Capacity for 10,253 vehicles
Opened in 1999

LOCATION: In Orlando, near the intersection of Interstate 4 and the Florida Turnpike. Main entrances are located on Kirkman Road (Highway 435), Vineland Road and Turkey Lake Road and Universal Blvd. Traveling east or westbound on I-4, take exit 29 B, International Drive/Universal Blvd.

ADMISSION PRICES: UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA and ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE

One Day Ticket Prices:
One-Day Ticket:Adult: $44 ($46.64 with tax)
Child: $35 ($37.10 with tax) ages 3 to 9
(Ages 2 & under free)

Two Day Ticket Package Price:
Two-Day Ticket:Adult: $79.95 ($65.72 with tax)
Child: $64.95 ($55.12 with tax) ages 3 to 9
(Ages 2 & under free)

Three-Day Ticket Package Price:
Adult: $114.95 ($121.85 with tax) 
Child: $94.95 ($100.65 with tax) ages 3 to 9

Five-Day Ticket Package Price:
Five-Day Adult: $124.95 
Child: $ 99.95 

CELEBRITY ANNUAL PASS:
One park
(Admission for a year)

Adult: $84.95 ($90.05 with tax)
Child: $69.95 ($74.15 with tax) ages 3 to 9

Two Parks
(Admission for a year)

Adult: $179.95 ($190.75 with tax)
Child: $154.95 ($164.25 with tax) ages 3 to 9

SEASONAL CELEBRITY PASS:

One Park
Adult: $129.95 ($137.75 with tax)
Child: $109.95 ($116.55 with tax) ages 3 to 9

ORLANDO Flex TICKET:
One to Seven-Day Pass:

ORLANDO Flex TICKET:
One to Ten-Day Pass:

Unlimited admission to Universal Studios Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, Sea World of Florida and Wet 'n Wild.

Adult: $159.95 ($127.95 with tax)
Child: $127.95 ($157.95 with tax) ages 3 to 9

Unlimited admission to Universal Studios Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, Sea World of Florida, Wet 'n Wild and Busch Gardens of Tampa Bay.

Adult: $196.95 ($208.77 with tax)
Child: $157.95 ($167.43 with tax) ages 3 to 9

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS CITYWALK:

CityWalk is a non-gated attraction. Cover charge for individual venues depend upon entertainment. Guests can purchase a single ticket CityWalk Party Pass for $18.00 including tax which provides access to all venues of CityWalk that charge covers during specific hours. The CityWalk Party Pass ticket does not cover the cost for hard ticket performances within each venue.

PARKING: Parking available for 9,051 vehicles. Parking fees are $6 for automobiles and $7 for RV's (recreational vehicles) and trailers. Valet parking is available for $12.