Universal's Epic Universe News Mega Update - SCENIC PAINT, NEW CONSTRUCTION, & MULTIPLE RIDE PERMITS

[@ThemeParkStop]

Our first time checking in on EVERYTHING for Epic Universe in awhile, because there's just SO MUCH going on!

[@Nojintt]

Great video, almost twenty minutes of pure awesome!

[@jacksonseyl1063]

I really hope they will build Cassini and Meteor Burger. There we barely be any other restaurants on that side of the park.

[@adamdaly6134]

Ya just the best ❤

[@SpaceMountain]

@themeparkstop great video as always. Question: do you think it is in the realm of possibility that universal could do a skyway like the disney skyliner to connect all of the parks and resorts?

[@UmmYeahOk]

@@SpaceMountain probably not after paying for special private bus lanes.

[@Phillyfan9307]

When Epic Universe opens, you guys should be honored for your work. Alicia deserves every bit of recognition for everything she has done for the theme park community.

[@tew001]

Bioreconstruct deserves most of the credit

[@SHAKNBOBBYSINDRM]

Although I love and follow these updates, no outside sources should be "honored" for their spoilers.

[@tew001]

​@@SHAKNBOBBYSINDRM Without bioreconstruct taking aerial photos these updates from other channels would not exist. Alicia does a good job but give credit where it's actually due, ya know?

[@TheRealSeaCrab]

@@tew001 Bio spends loads on chartering helicopter flights to capture the clearest photos, yes he deserves to be at the very least credited for 90% of the photos captured of the construction.

[@IAmLusion]

@@TheRealSeaCrab helicopter? I thought these were all gotten via drone.

[@scottrousseau496]

Your updates are the best on the web. Other people cover this, but none as excellent as you. Thank you for professional, cohesive and illustrative reporting. It's a pleasure to watch! 🙂

[@Lorena-OT7]

She really is the best, I love how she speaks slowly and clearly.

[@leticiamartinez8785]

So true. Love the updates ❤

[@Nickelodeon_5_1_9]

💯% Agree! Great work Alicia!!

[@StarBuck411]

@@Lorena-OT7 And uses mostly other peoples material...

[@arjanverkerk2182]

From the Netherlands 🇳🇱 I am a big fan,your good

[@Drebe73]

Universal knows how to build a theme park. We’ll see this park rise in such a timely manner that it will be such a thrill to behold. So excited for this new gate.

[@iangrimm]

I love how you said "in just two short years we will be parking here for our first day at the new park." This got me SO excited! This was a wonderful update.

[@simtanic8]

I screamed when Alicia said that!

[@lilbabyspookybatz9189]

Tearing up literally 😿 ❤

[@ninayanez9712]

The Dark Universd is gonna be a safe haven for me. I already know it! Can't wait to check it out when it opens!

[@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214]

Pretty soon.

[@cameronfleming1698]

Me too I’m obsessed with it

[@l.c.8798]

My favorite land so far.

[@MikeJ2525]

Is there a movie they are theming dark universe off of?

[@THRILL606]

@@MikeJ2525 it would seem to be based on the classic universal monster films, Dracula, Frankenstein, Wolfman etc.

[@nathanryals]

I’m so thrilled about the dedicated bus lanes. Definitely worth the investment imo

[@javierquinones7929]

I’m already obsessed with this park and it’s not even open yet! Thank you guys for your continuous coverage, this is officially my favorite theme park channel 😅❤

[@kentslocum]

Honestly, the transportation infrastructure improvements are quite possibly the single biggest sign of Universal's confidence in the success of Epic Universe. Not only are they helping pay for massive new roads to be built, but they are also planning for buses and an eventual train connection to Brightline. Getting to Universal is going to be a breeze, compared to Disney.

[@jumuliah]

I really hope there are tons of Viking-made nests and homes for animatronic dragons in the HTTYD land as seen in the Hidden World film

[@tracyhoneck9177]

YES!!!!!

[@Neverfate]

Very exciting to see the Dark Universe section of the park gaining more theming. Definitely the area I'm interested in the most by far.

[@batshevanivylerner8582]

wow!!!! fantastic update!! They are building the park at warp speed. It's incredible!!!!!

[@ashleygreen9688]

Love love LOVE these updates!! I've become so obsessed with the construction of Epic and I cannot wait until it opens! Please don't stop making these updates because they are the best!! ❤

[@Cowgirlfrom_Hell]

I know I’ve said it before but I’ve gotta give major props to the workers doing the building…yall are kicking ass. I so look forward to these videos.

[@nathaliechevrier1222]

I can't believe you only have 83K subscribers. You are the only one that I look forward to have updates on Epic Universe. I tried to view others but they don't come close to your expert description and details. Great job! Excited for this park to open.

[@ThemeParkStop]

Thanks! I would love to reach 100k one day.

[@lmsjb3]

Thank you for putting so much effort into your videos. I just wanted to let you know it does not go unnoticed. It is well organized, concise, and professional. Always look forward to your updates!

[@carlyboy05]

I find it interesting the number of launch coaster the park will open with. Must of liked the success of Velosicoaster. Surely this will make Universal even more of a direct threat and competition to Disney.

[@RobertoMezquiaJr]

Other channels have updates with nearly the same source material. But this channel is the one I immediately click on and watch every single time. The others aren't as well put together. Thanks for the great content.

[@marcussheen]

The only things going up faster than a Finfrock hotel are my excitement levels. Thanks for another great update!

[@Zodia195]

Thank y'all for also talking about how traveling from the other parks and resorts to Epic will work. Love that the shuttle buses will get their own lane!

[@ianmcmahon5675]

I’m a simple man I see epic video I click

[@Zveebo]

I’m so impressed by the progress here - it feels like they could *easily* be open six months earlier if they wanted. Though I can see the sense in not rushing it and leaving loads of time for testing, training and refining. Great video as always - I love that keep the videos short, concise and information rich rather than dragging things out.

[@whohash2295]

The statement you made about the parking lot and how we will be using it in 2 years is going to drag and fly by. Loving all the videos and enjoying the ride.

[@amandahosey6764]

Man, in that shot at 16:30 you can really imagine everything. How exciting! Thanks for the awesome updates, as always!

[@Project-Jaden]

This is so exciting, I just can’t get over we are getting an entire new theme park, I can’t wait! Hopefully the success of this will push Disney to create a new park because they desperately need it too

[@austingirl39]

It took Disney YEARS just to build Tron....a new park would take them 20 years 😂

[@MrVIPGuest]

I would rather they fill out the parks they have. Hollywood studios needs another land, magic kingdom needs to finish their redo of Tomorrowland, Epcot needs to do something with the dirt pit and empty buildings, and animal kingdom needs to redo dinoland.

[@Project-Jaden]

@@MrVIPGuest this is true, Hollywood studios is a mess right now And definitely Dino land needs something Epcot is being worked on so I’m Not worried about that And I think Magic Kingdoms Tomorrowland is basically perfect, the only thing I would change is I wish we had autopia instead of the Tomorrowland speedway

[@FTChomp9980]

Disney is creatively bankrupt all they run is nostalgia now and not making theme parks number 1. The Michael Eisner era was the best era he cared for the Parks unlike Bob Igor who only cares for money.

[@Porcf81]

Your updates are my favorites to watch! Thanks for keeping us informed! You do a wonderful job!

[@Nickelodeon_5_1_9]

Your coverage of Epic Universe is crazy! Can’t believe it’s opening two whole years from now

[@SwetyBoi]

This is the update ive been waiting for! COLOR!! Thank you Alicia :)

[@PhxSml]

The logistics of building a theme park with everything being 100% custom and themed and immense must be a nightmare I don’t know how they can do that. Props to those smart people.

[@FelipeWWoHP]

I love these videos with construction updates! It's so cool to see this park coming together! Thanks so much, Alicia and Bioreconstruct! 🍻❤️

[@Al-pr5dk]

Yet another quality update! Thanks for all the effort you clearly put into them

[@Pop_Candyz]

The amount of progress shown this week is AMAZING!

[@birdflox1337]

I think this is where stuff is gonna start to really get fun!

[@tracyhoneck9177]

What a great way to start my monday!! Alicia, your voice makes me happy!

[@kratosbelmont]

I love watching these. Being able to ssee a theme park start from concept and to see a finished theme park is really kool . these are awesome videos

[@Project-Jaden]

The road system is great, amazing investment

[@DrewtheDisneyDude]

Phenomenal work as always. Genuinely love these updates! :)

[@CoasterStefan]

You're doing a great coverage of this project! Thanks!

[@ThemeParkStop]

Thank you!

[@williamoleary9330]

Thank you. Really super detailed. Our Family can not WAIT!

[@ZakAstro]

AMAZING work as usual!

[@TheDudeAbides23]

Such a great vid! Thanks as always

[@BooksandThingswithAlisha]

I think this is really neat what you are doing. It is very interesting to see the progress and to see the lands coming together. I am looking forward to seeing the park when it is all built. I find it interesting about each individual land having their own themed "portal" to be transported into whatever themed world you are entering.

[@CamillaDenmark]

Thank you for this video with all these amazing updates!! 😍

[@ParkTwister]

Another great update from Alicia!

[@brunswic51]

Shout out to Universal Studios for putting in that work and getting things built in a timely that are also new and unique style attractions. Its wild how Universal is rivaling Disney World.

[@jmcflorida3596]

I have watch this episode three times, catching new content, I missed” My new favorite local site. Beyond well done!

[@ThemeParkStop]

Thanks! So glad you like it. Should have a new one up soon too!

[@nathanryals]

“will feature one tall element, known as beacons.” “…weenies”

[@ThemeParkStop]

Just using their lingo lol. I think things like the large gothic chateau of Dark Universe, or Bowser's Fortress are still being considered "weenies," but there's a chance there will be literal beacon lights atop these tall elements on the portals, almost like lighthouses for travelers within the hub!

[@tracyhoneck9177]

@@ThemeParkStop that would be very cool! Are they going to have arcing electrical bands ala Nikola Tesla in Dark Universe - bc that would be EPIC!! lol

[@dannyczorrilla]

Ways to make my Monday immensely better: A new ThemeParkStop video!

[@cyclicmusings2661]

Great developments! Though I fear at some point I'll have to stop watching these videos and reading news about the construction of Epic Universe because I'll just end up spoiling myself too much when I eventually visit it, I do want some surprises.

[@calistogasteve3128]

Best update so far. Thank you for your hard work and research. The video was well organized and informational

[@admiredgsu1217]

Don't quite know your name. But the person/team behind this channel works so hard for us to be updated on these matters. Thanks so much 👏

[@ThemeParkStop]

Thanks! It’s edited, written and narrated by me, Alicia Stella, but info is sourced by members of the Theme Park Stop Discord and friends!

[@admiredgsu1217]

@@ThemeParkStop wow thats amazing, you do so much for the theme park community. Hats off

[@jacksonscowen3940]

Really excited for UEU, one of my most anticipated things coming in the next couple of years. So excited for Nintendo World and the Dark Universe the most!

[@happilyeverafterhanna]

Loving the updates!!!🙌🏻🌎universal should invite you to the media preview when Epic Unverse opens since you’re promoting the park is such detail. I haven’t seen any EU updates like yours🙌🏻yours are truly the best!

[@Tezramut]

This video series makes me so excited for this park! I am still wondering how Universal will handle the awful smells from the sewage plant next door. Every time I drive by I gag! I hope that it doesnt stink the park up too much. 😅

[@ottot3221]

Thank you Alicia and Bioreconstruct for all the insights. Can't wait for the next video. And only two short years till opening, wow!

[@vikingshelm]

Man They are building this so quickly

[@RA-hx9uc]

There almost certainly will be another How to Train Your Dragon movie released just before or after the opening of the park and I'm here for it. Already one of the best film trilogies ever made.

[@liamlennon3316]

They are making live action movie remake for the HTTYD movie apparently

[@TheMrDisneyboy]

Love your updates, thanks for another great one!

[@l.c.8798]

You're killing it with these updates lately! 👏 🎉

[@rowlandkrause5930]

You have the best coverage totally enjoying it !!

[@timothybernardi68]

That new "themed" paint could be wear testing to see how it fades under direct sunlight. Far more likely than affirmations about the state of construction schedules.

[@zyron4190]

Great information, always enjoy your updates

[@seanmulligan4123]

By the time the park opens many of these brightly colored theming elements will need a touch up. Suess land had the same issues.

[@TheMaxRebo]

What a great video - really puts the pieces together and shows the progress. Very excited to see this park take shape

[@JFrombaugh]

Can you imagine Starfall Racers in May when the schools are going on field trips to Epic Universe? Those kids will definitely have a blast “racing” each other on that thing.

[@chiefzombie9184]

I still remember going on my field trip to Universal in eighth grade and me and my friends splitting up on the duelling dragons coaster(RIP). I can already see it

[@dustinsensenig9798]

Where does the new rail line come into play? It goes from the Orlando airport to Miami

[@lvovodessa]

The Orlando - Tampa section.

[@pressurecracks88]

I look forward to these videos so much. Thank you, Alicia!

[@sparkasaurusdonna]

I love these thorough updates and can't wait to visit the new park once it's open. That hotel concept art looks gorgeous. guess I better start saving now.

[@lavetaloca7790]

I'm VERY excited for the dragon world and I'm not even obsessed with those movies! 😊 thank you SO much for these cohesive, thoroughly updates. Definitely worth being a patreon ❤

[@danfeatherer5349]

Epic Universe is going to be an awesome addition! Hopefullly it'll help with wait times at IOA and US as well! I'll have to do a ride by this October when i visit Universal.

[@JoshuaGomezMusic]

guys it's happening, I'm so stoked

[@Claudia_from_Germany]

Wohoo, another update!! Thank you 🤓

[@bjornemccomb8262]

Love the updates, I’ll be in that area this weekend for SpookyEmpire can’t wait to see the progress from the road!

[@1956pms]

Great job. Very excited for the Unversal Monsters Dark Universe section of the park. I probably will spend all my time in just that one section.

[@carlybug89]

I love that universal is continuing to create park elements that are original to the park, not just based on movies or tv shows.

[@joeschmoe5231]

Does anyone know why none of these lands havent been officially announced yet?

[@randolphwilliams2365]

Keep it up. I love your editing.

[@ericgrant4498]

I can’t wait I have my epic universe funds saving started as of January of this year I plan to stay on the onsite hotel at the park when reservation become available I’m booking my room asap because I know the rooms will go quick

[@cazz73fla]

outstanding coverage

[@robertgray1756]

Super informative update. Thankyou kindly.

[@Tiedowntemp]

Can’t wait for epic to open!!

[@jakedeerberg3376]

Wonder what their express pass policy is because LAWD those lines are gonna be insane when it opens

[@DarMar106]

I get it’s still two years away but every coaster in the park seems to have a very basic “station coaster” very much what you’d find at Cedar Fair or Six Flags. Unless the idea is to build the coasters first so they can start testing, and then build theming and queues around it

[@adamdaly6134]

Love ya updates Alicia ❤

[@JerseyEmpireGroup]

Thanks for another spectacular update, Alicia! I say this every time, but I am just SO STOKED for The Isle of Berk and the HTTYD coaster. But every coaster in this park looks like it's going to deliver some good thrills and airtime.

[@TheWASHINGMACHINEBOY]

i love your coverage on this theme park, keep it up!

[@masonchapman2007]

I’m so excited!!!!!!!!!! And for what Disney will do

[@itsembtw]

Great update as always :)

[@ericpatterson5050]

I'm So Excited for this Park!👏🏾👏🏾🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽😊

[@Kev-O33]

most excited for DK and the how to train your dragon area. i want to know if the area is themed after the 2nd film or after the 3rd and Kirkman rd! thats gonna be a nightmare!!!

[@ThemeParkStop]

From the style of the statues in the Dragons land it seems to be set during the time period at the start of the 3rd film.

[@Sir-Ray]

Fantastic video - thanks. I am so excited!

[@Esraem]

Universal is building a whole park in the same timeframe Disney builds a roller coaster.

[@matthewshields9628]

That’s right. You get in there and make a Universal video about Disney.

[@jacksonrogers6751]

Keep it up! Another great update

[@SondicoDenann]

Thanks for these updates! ❤️❤️❤️

[@dj_saturnius_x]

Epic universe is getting more construction every daym

[@joshastana849]

Absolutely beautiful can’t wait

[@car_tar3882]

Universal should build an automated light metro between epic universe and either near the water taxi stop or from each deluxe resort to keep that sort of vip transport you get when you stay there

[@sarah.weaver]

I'm so excited for this park! The parking lot worries me though. Hopefully as things progress, we see permits pulled for a parking garage 😅

[@heathermckinnon1865]

How far out does Universal allow hotel bookings? I'm strongly looking at a November / early December 2025 trip to also get in the Christmas theming.

[@ThemeParkStop]

I suspect we will see bookings for these new hotels open sometime next year, maybe a year ahead of official opening at most?

[@eloritetitus2376]

I love your channel and I love your voice😊 I'm so excited for this new park. I need more videos like this I love how detailed you are and the way bioreconstruct gets these amazing images this is going to be so awesome. I'm thinking we might see a new park next summer the way they're working😊