Imagination Unleashed at Universal Orlando’s New Epic Universe Theme Park

Travel insights from Jenna Buege, associate editor of The Compass

Jenna Buege Published August 02, 2019

After teasing a big announcement all week, Universal Orlando Resort unveiled plans for Epic Universe, an ambitious new theme park that, according to Universal, will “take guests on a journey where beloved stories expand into vibrant lands.”

Epic Universe will span 750 acres and will feature hotels, shops, restaurants and even an entertainment center, making it the single-largest investment Comcast NBCUniversal has made in its theme park business.

Our Universe is expanding. See concept art for Universal's #EpicUniverse at https://t.co/sWJsO99Osb pic.twitter.com/yPsXG4AEE3
— Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) August 1, 2019

“Our vision for Epic Universe is historic,” said Tom Williams, chairman and chief executive officer for Universal Parks & Resorts. “It will build on everything we have done and become the most immersive and innovative theme park we have ever created. It is an investment in our business, our industry, our team and our community.”

While official details about Epic Universe have yet to be revealed, there are plenty of rumors floating around as to what the different themes may be, including Super Nintendo World and DreamWorks attractions like Shrek, Madagascar and How to Train Your Dragon.

About the Author

Jenna Buege is a Milwaukee-based writer and editor who loves exploring the great outdoors, spending time with her two black cats and jetting off on exciting, sometimes strange, adventures. She joined the VAX VacationAccess team in 2018 and takes pride in being a reliable source for travel advisors as they navigate an ever-changing industry. Her favorite destination so far is Iceland, although Alaska and Germany are close seconds, and she’s always adding new places to her ever-growing travel wish list.