Welcome to another beautiful day here at the Universal Orlando Resort! It’s incredibly hot today and we can see everyone looking for shade and air conditioning. Let’s get going and head over to Islands of Adventure first.
Caro-Seuss-el is looking extremely vibrant with the ugly grey scrims removed. This is exciting and a good indication the ride could be close to reopening. It is really the centerpiece of Seuss Landing when you enter the land, so it’s nice to see it again after so long.
The land really does need a lot of work, including the cracks on the roof of Circus McGurkus and the missing entrance arch. Hopefully when Caro-Seuss-el reopens, we’ll see more of the land getting some much needed maintenance.
Speaking of maintenance, we spotted progress on the If I Ran the Zoo playground. We’re looking forward to this opening this weekend.
With the scrims down around Caro-Seuss-el, it also allows for Sky Trolley’s second track to reopen again soon, reducing the wait time. It’s one of our favorite rides, but the wait time has been high lately due to the construction on Caro-Seuss-el.
The parks do feel busier than last week, but wait times still weren’t too awful. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure was posted at a 90 minute wait.
Just another hot, crowded day in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. We expect more crowds in the parks now that schools are starting to release kids for the summer.
The Jurassic Park Discovery Center is a great place to cool down. It’s also a great place to meet a dinosaur. On hot, sunny days like today, it’s good to take breaks inside. The Jurassic Park geneticists are great for having a chat, too!
Food lines were long during lunch time. There were a lot of large groups in the park, which made for crowds at restaurants. Mobile ordering has returned to a few restaurants, but good news is that they are no longer requiring guests to mobile order. We heard there were drops in sales after implementing a mobile order only system that they are no longer requiring it. Team Members at the entrances of the restaurants will encourage you to mobile order for a faster experience, though.
Time for a Dole Whip! Did you know Universal sells Dole Whip? Personally, we like to get a Dole Whip Float with Sprite in Marvel Super Hero Island, but you can get it from Wimpy’s in Toon Lagoon or Schwab’s Pharmacy at Universal Studios Florida. It’s an inexpensive snack and a great way to cool down.
Nobody wants to be in the sun today. It’s extremely hot, so make sure you stay hydrated!
It’s such a beautiful day, even if it’s really hot and humid.
Did you know there’s a piece of the Berlin Wall on display in CityWalk? It’s behind the Hard Rock Cafe, so if you take the pathway on the side of the building by the gift shop and walk all the way to the back, you’ll find this little piece of history just chilling back there. It’s a fun thing to share with friends while visiting Universal Orlando.
Inside the Universal Legacy Store, we found a new keychain for Back to the Future. It’s $12.
When we arrived at Universal Studios Florida, we noticed the Tribute Store sign is lit! The lights around the sign look good during the day, but we can’t wait to see them after dark.
Summer menus went up at the food trucks, but Battery Park doesn’t have a menu yet, but equipment has been set up in the area. We heard there will be Cuban sandwiches and yucca fries here, but we’ll be sure to share the menu when it gets posted.
Posters have been added to the construction walls surrounded Fievel’s Playland. This area is getting refurbished due to issues with the water slide. Hopefully it won’t take too long, but there is no reopening date listed yet.
Puss in Boots is now a backdrop for photos in the Dreamworks Destination in KidZone.
That’s all for this visit to the Universal Orlando Resort. We’re going to escape the heat inside Cowfish with a nice lunch. You can never go wrong with Burgooshi. Thanks for following us around the parks today and be sure to stay tuned for more updates.
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The new classic movies-inspired Summer Tribute Store has finally opened at Universal Studios Florida. And we not only have a full tour inside, but a look at every single new merchandise item available in the store! Three main lines are present, themed to “E.T.”, “Jaws”, and “Back to the Future”, so let’s explore everything you can buy in the new store.
E.T. Merchandise
Bendyfigs E.T. Action Figure – $27
This Bendyfigs “Toyllectible” figure comes with a display stand and a pot of flowers to display E.T. with.
Vintage Art-Style Magnets – $14
These vintage-style magnets mimic classic poster art styles from the early 1980s. One features Elliott, Michael, and Gertie alongside E.T. with a pile of stuffed animals. The other shows E.T. with Gertie and flying past the moon in the film’s most iconic shot.
“Be Good” Mug – $15
This mug shows E.T. in Elliott’s hoodie with the words “Be Good” below, and the iconic flying portrait above. Inside the mug reads “I love E.T.” with a heart instead of an “o.”
E.T. Spaceship Pins – $15
These pins showcase E.T.’s spaceship on two, with the third being a portrait of the iconic alien.
E.T. “Where Are You From?” Pin – $8
Silhouettes of E.T. and Elliott sit on a rainbow background with the quote “Where Are You From?” above.
E.T. Flowers Pins – $13
These pins show E.T. holding a pot of flowers on one, and the flowers on a rainbow background with “I’ll Be Right Here” written below.
E.T. Flying Pin – $11
An almost ethereal image of E.T. comes out of the forests below, with his heart showing the iconic flying scene.
E.T. Pin – $11
This is a larger version of the portrait pin from the set of spaceship pins. The pinr eads “The Extra-Terrestrial” and “since 1982.”
I E.T. Pin – $8
A very simple design, the pin says “I Heart E.T.”
E.T. Phone Home Pins – $13
A clever idea to capitalize on one of the most well-known quotes, E.T.’s face occupies one pin, with a phone and a home on the other two.
E.T. Photo Frame – $25
This frame reads “Stage Pass E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” on the bottom and shows the flying scene in the red silhouette above. “E.T.” is above some house silhouettes on the right.
E.T. 40th Anniversary Collector’s Spoon – $12
This intricately-designed spoon features a “40” with the zero replaced by a moon with E.T. and Elliott flying in the bowl along with E.T. logos plastered throughout.
The neck reads “The Extra-Terrestrial”, and the head shows E.T. in the bicycle basket with the film’s logo again.
E.T. 40th Anniversary Thimble – $14
The thimble also shows a “40” with the zero replaced by a moon with E.T. and Elliott flying on the bottom along with E.T. logos plastered throughout. The top section once again features E.T. in the bicycle basket with the film’s logo below.
E.T. Constellation Keychain – $14
Earth sits at the bottom, with the film’s logo above and a constellation design of E.T. and Elliot’s fingers touching.
E.T. Spaceship Keychain – $12
This cone-shaped keychain shows E.T.’s spaceship taking flight.
E.T. Flying Keychain – $12
An almost ethereal image of E.T. comes out of the forests below, with his heart showing the iconic flying scene.
I E.T. Keychain – $11
A very simple design, the keychain says “I Heart E.T.” and the heart rotates.
E.T. Phone Home Keychain – $11
A clever idea to capitalize on one of the most well-known quotes, E.T.’s face occupies one piece, with a phone and a home on the other two.
These pins showcase E.T.’s portrait on the center piece, with the two baubles being his spaceship and a pot of flowers.
E.T. “Be Good” Light-Up Keychain – $15
“Be Good” in ’70s and early ’80s-style line art letters takes center stage, with E.T.’s heart and finger lighting up.
E.T. 40th Anniversary Lanyard – $13
On one side of the lanyard, we see a constellation design with “E.T.” 40 on one side and “Universal Studios” on the other. Starry designs of E.T. and his spaceship are weaved throughout.
The other side shows a more bright design, with one side featuring a number of vintage art-style depictions of scenes from the film, with the other reading “E.T. The Extra Terrestrial 40th Anniversary” on an orange and red background.
E.T. Retro Purple Sweater – $55
This purple sweater shows E.T.’s portrait at the center, with art depicting his spaceship and a heart with “I Love E.T.” on the top and bottom.
E.T. 40th Anniversary Retro Art Glass – $10
This glass shows off Elliott, Michael, and Gertie in retro art form as well as E.T. looking up at his spaceship, looking out while his finger and heart are lit up and a Speak & Spell is below, and among a pile of stuffed animals while Elliott and E.T. fly past the moon above.
E.T. “Where Are You From?” Raglan Hoodie – $60
This raglan long-sleeve shirt shows the silhouettes of E.T. and Elliott on the rainbow background with “Where Are You From?” written above.
Below is written “The mystery. The suspense. The adventure. The call… that started it all.” and an E.T. 40 logo.
The sleeve has a sunset design across the entire arm that culminates in a silhouette of Elliott and E.T. flying past the moon.
I E.T. T-Shirt – $35
This four-panel shirt has the E.T. logo in the top left corner, the creature in disguise on the top right, Gertie and E.T. together on the bottom left, and a silhouette with “I’m Keeping Him” on the bottom right.
E.T. Hoodie Keychain – $12
E.T. takes up Elliott’s hoodie with a lit finger that sadly does not actually light up on this keychain.
E.T. Patch Keychain – $11
The front and back of this show E.T. in the red hoodie, just like the keychain above.
E.T. Felt Pennant – $12
A large felt pennant is on sale with E.T. in the red hoodie, but this time almost seemingly holdding the iconic moon image.
E.T. “Phone Home” Shirt – $35
The shirt depicts E.T.’s first encounter with Elliott, with the words “phone home” written three times in increasingly brighter blues below.
“Together We Shine” Ringer T-Shirt – $30
A red and white ringer shirt with the flying image at the center. Above and below are “together we shine.”
E.T. Vintage Art T-Shirt – $25
This shirt shows various images and poses of E.T. along with the flying scene in a vintage art style.
E.T. Peel & Stick Patch Set – $11
E.T.’s spaceship takes up two patches, with a third depicting his portrait.
E.T. “Be Good” Raglan Shirt – $30
E.T. sits off-center with a lit heart and finger as the line art words “Be Good” sit to the left and below.
E.T. Vintage Art Sweater – $44
Taking inspiration from more modern poster art styles, E.T. sits at the center of this sweater, with his spaceship taking off to the right and Elliott and E.T. flying on the left.
E.T. “Be Good” Wall Art – $18
E.T. sits off-center with a lit heart and finger as the line art words “Be Good” sit to the left and below. Above is the flying scene.
E.T. Stickers – $8
Four stickers are part of this pack. The first shows a portrait of E.T. with “The Extra-Terrestrial Since 1982” written along the sides. The second is a blue heart with “I Love E.T.” To the bottom left is the flying scene with “E.T. Phone Home” written over. And finally, the bottom right is a pot of flowers on a muted rainbow background with “I’ll Be Right Here” below.
E.T. Magnets – $15
These two magnets show “I Heart E.T.” and the “Be Good” design with E.T. to the upper right.
E.T.’s Spaceship T-Shirt – $35
This is an orange tee with E.T.’s spaceship at the center, flanked by “The Extra-Terrestrial 19 82.”
On the sleeve is another look at the spaceship with “Man from the Moon” around the sides, and an E.T. 40 logo below.
E.T. “Phone Home” Decorative License Plate – $35
If you want to add a nice touch to your car’s front bumper (or just to the wall”, this vanity plate reads “PHN HME”. Sandwiched between is the flying scene, and “Universal Studios” is written atop.
E.T. Constellation iPhone 12/13 Pro Max Case – $30
Earth sits at the bottom, with the film’s logo above and a constellation design of E.T. and Elliot’s fingers touching.
E.T. Flying iPhone 12/12 Pro Case – $30
An almost ethereal image of E.T. comes out of the forests below, with his heart showing the iconic flying scene.
E.T. “Phone Home” iPhone 12/13 Pro Max Case – $30
The case depicts E.T.’s first encounter with Elliott, with the words “phone home” written three times in increasingly brighter blues below.
Various U-Design Kiosk Phone Cases – $30
E.T. Phone Home Apple Watch Band – $40
The upper band shows a neon outline of E.T.’s face along with a phone and a home. The lower band reads “Since 1982” encircled by blue and yellow.
E.T. UOAP Ornament – $15
Finally, exclusive to Universal Orlando Annual Passholders is this ornament, which shows E.T. and Elliott flying above, with E.T. at the foreground front left pointing at his heart.
Jaws Merchandise
Jaws Hanging Keychain – $10
Here we see Jaws hanging off the keychain as seen both in the film and outside at Universal Studios Florida.
Jaws Magnets – $10
Red, white, and blue marine flags make up the inspiration here, with a multicolor shark on attack atop, and “Jaws since 1975” below.
Jaws Magnet – $10
Here, “Jaws” logos and art designs sit on the bottom, while a “Jaws” logo with the shark taking place of the “a” is extruded.
Jaws Keychain – $9
A fairly basic keychain showing the film’s logo but with Jaws himself taking place of the “a.”
Amity Island Shark Tours Magnet – $10
In case you’re interested in a shark tour, you can grab this new magnet depicting the Amity Island Shark Tours.
Amity Island Shark Tours Pin – $11
The same design is also available in a pin.
Jaws Pin – $8
A fairly basic pin showing the film’s logo but with Jaws himself taking place of the “a.”
“You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat” Magnet – $10
This magnet shows images of both Jaws and the boat sent to capture him with “You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat” written around.
“You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat” Pin – $11
The same design is also available as a pin.
Jaws Magnet – $10
An interesting magnet with multiple layers inspired by the movie poster.
“You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat” Tank Top – $27
This blue tank top reads “You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat!” on an outline of Jaws, with the boat below.
Jaws Pin Set – $15
This basic set of pins shows “Amity Island 1975”, a life raft with a chunk taken out and a “Jaws” logo at center, a “Jaws” logo below a shark’s mouth which subtly says “bite me”, and a “J” shape with “since 1975” at the bottom.
“You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat” Raglan Tee – $30
The same design as seen earlier takes up residence on a red and white raglan tee here.
Amity Island Shark Tours Tank Top – $27
This tank top is blue on the inside and back, and white on the front. It reads “Amity Island Shark Tours Massachusetts.”
The back side depicts the alternate Jaws logo seen on other items.
Amity Boat Tours Pin – $10
This pin shows the logo for Amity Boat Tours. “Universal Studios Florida EST. 1990” is written below.
Amity Boat Tours T-Shirt – $25
The same design is depicted on a t-shirt, but only in white this time.
Jaws Steel Tumbler – $25
JAWS iconography is splattered around this steel tumbler, including the logo for the film with the “a” replaced by Jaws.
Jaws Light-Up Snowglobe – $20
This interesting snowglobe features Jaws emerging from the water at the center, with glitter falling around if shaken. A switch on the bottom toggles a multicolor LED within.
Jaws RSVLTS Button-Up – $70
This extremely busy shirt is covered in different images from the film as well as “You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat!”
Jaws Shark Blueprint – $25
A blueprint for the original Jaws animatronic shark is seen in this sketch.
Amity Island Welcome Sign – $35
The “Amity Island Welcomes You” sign, which formerly stood in Universal Studios Florida and remains in Universal Studios Japan.
Jaws RSVLTS Button-Down Shirt – $70
This two-tone blue shirt is reminiscent of the film’s classic poster, with Jaws emerging from the bottom to attack a swimmer halfway up the shirt.
Jaws Lunch Box – $24
A throwback to classic lunchboxes that were a staple of millions of childhoods, this lunchbox shows the film’s key art on one side, and a notice reading “No swimming! Hazardous Area, Beach Closed.”
Amity Island Shark Tours Magnet – $12
Jaws iPhone 12/13 Pro Max Case – $30
Various U-Design Jaws iPhone Cases – $30
Jaws Apple Watch 38/40/41mm Band – $40
Back to the Future Merchandise
“OUTATIME” Tie-Dye Hoodie – $100
Feeling groovy? This tie-dye hoodie shows the DeLorean in its design from “Back to the Future: Part III” stranded in the desert. Above reads “OUTATIME”, while below it says “The Hundreds” and “Back to the Future.”
Courthouse Sketch – $25
Fans of the iconic scene at the courthouse from the first film will enjoy this sketch of the set design.
Back to the Future Raglan Shirt – $25
This blue and white raglan long-sleeve shirt shows the film’s logo at center, with cutesy versions of Marty and Doc Brown on the left among other imagery from the series.
Neon Back to the Future T-Shirt – $35
This very bright and busy neon design consists of mostly pinks, blues, and yellows. The film series logo uses all three, with a DeLorean in similar colors next to it. Around are triangles, lines, and even lightning bolts to accent.
“My Other Ride is a Time Machine” T-Shirt – $20
This simple blue shirt reads “My Other Ride is a Time Machine” around a stylized Hoverboard.
Back to the Future Neon Tire Tracks Shirt – $27
Neon yellow, pink, and blue lightning bolts emerge from both the tire tracks and the back exhaust vents as the DeLorean speeds along to 88 miles per hour.
Back to the Future Neon Mug – $15
Back to the Future Steel Tumbler – $25
Hoverboard Wood Sign – $35
A large wooden sign shows off the Hover Board and a presumed logo for it, with the series wordmark below.
Hoverboard Keychain – $14
Back to the Future Keychain – $9
Here we see less neon, more blues, greens, yellows, and pinks in the logo on a plain black background.
Hoverboard Pin – $14
Back to the Future Pin – $9
Back to the Future Neon Pin – $11
Back to the Future Neon Keychain – $14
Back to the Future Neon/Hoverboard Magnet Set – $15
Back to the Future Symbols Magnet Set – $12
Iconography from the series makes an appearance on this magnet set, including Marty’s vest, the clock tower, a Hoverboard, the OUTATIME license plate, a DeLorean, and a Flux Capacitor.
Back to the Future RSVLT Button-Down – $70
All over this shirt we see art of Doc and Marty from the film’s opening as they test the DeLorean for the first time. Lightning bolts are scattered throughout, with subtle depictions of the Flux Capacitor and the courthouse. But of course, we can’t forget images of the DeLorean both speeding along to 88mph and with its gull-wing doors open.
Hoverboard Button-Down – $70
This simple sky blue button-down is patterned all over with Hoverboards.
Back to the Future Icons Shirt – $25
Back to the Future Neon Tank Top – $25
This neon-style tank top shows a collage of the film’s logo outlined on the left, with a DeLorean outline in pink on the bottom and a basic Flux Capacitor depiction on the right.
Back to the Future Logo Magnet Set – $15
Back to the Future DeLorean Button-Down – $70
Remember the DeLorean flying through the skies in “Back to the Future: Part II?” This shirt is patterned with that same image as it flies through the night sky.
“OUTATIME” DeLorean Sign – $30
An ’80s design if there ever was one, this sign shows off the DeLorean with lightning surrounding it on a grid pattern, with “OUTATIME” written in pink.
“You Are My Density” Sign – $30
An iconic flub of George McFly’s from the first film, this sign reads “You Are My Density.”
Various U-Design Phone Cases – $30
Classic Movies Merchandise
Classic Movies Poster – $17
All of these items show a Universal Studios logo along with imagery from “Jaws”, “Back to the Future”, and “E.T.”
Classic Movies Mug – $15
Classic Movies Shirt – $25
Classic Movies Keychain – $14
Classic Movies Pins – $15
Classic Movies Keychain – $14
Classic Movies Glass – $10
Classic Movies Sign – $30
We found all of these items inside the new retro movies-themed Summer Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida, so be sure to stop in if you’re a big fan of “Back to the Future”, “E.T.”, or “Jaws”! And let us know what your favorite items were in the comments below.
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After releasing a sneak peek this morning, Universal Studios Florida has opened the doors of the summer Tribute Store, featuring rooms inspired by “Jaws,” “Back to the Future,” and “E.T.”
Exterior
The outside of the Tribute Store resembles a retro movie theater, with an “E.T.” poster and double feature “Back to the Future” and “Jaws” poster. Running lights around the marquee and neon lights add to the classic theater vibe.
Entrance
A simple ticket booth is in the entryway with a sign saying “Will be back in 5 minutes.”
The counter is covered in ticket stubs for the films “E.T.”, “JAWS”, and “Back to the Future”.
The tickets are for the three classic movies featured in the store. There is also a pile of Reese’s Pieces, a good indication that we might just encounter E.T. soon.
There are posters for other classic movies, including “1941” and “The Thing” (1982). The colors of the walls are the same colors as the old soundstages.
Each room of the store is labeled as a “theater.”
The “E.T.” poster is next to the first door, which leads to the “E.T.” room.
“E.T.” is “now playing” while the other films are “coming soon.”
This is “theater 1” and is now playing E.T., so let’s take a look.
E.T. Room
The room is inspired by Elliott’s room and extremely detailed.
There’s new and old “E.T.” merch. Since it’s E.T.’s 40th anniversary, there is tons of things to choose from in here. Stay tuned for our full post with photos and prices!
E.T. himself is atop a merch display with a pot of geraniums, Speak & Spell, and record player.
There are rainbow blinds on faux windows. The mountain and landscape that is seen outside of the windows is the exact same that would be visible from Elliot’s home.
Football and Hulk posters hang on the wall next to the desk. Props that are similar to those found in the movies can be found all over the desk.
The desk is covered in board games, space books, and more. A lot of effort was put into making sure this desk was covered in fun movie details.
There’s a viewfinder toy and reels on the shelf. These toys are perfect and very fitting for the time of the film.
A Coors ball cap sits on a Big Trak vehicle.
E.T.’s ship is built out of bricks from the Universal Building Set on the shelf.
The calendar on the wall shows that it is October 1981.
A cozy armchair is covered in more toys and a corduroy blanket. The furniture in this room is made by the same company that made the furniture used in the film. We heard that the team managed to find an authentic set to use in this store!
More Reese’s Pieces can be found throughout the room.
A space diorama hangs from the ceiling.
Gertie has been using this chalkboard. E.T.’s spaceship is drawn on a chalkboard along with “the man from the moon”.
Elliott’s bed doubles as a merchandise display.
A Raggedy Andy doll sits atop this shelf. You’ll also spot a wooden toy of E.T.’s space ship, like the one from the Holiday Tribute Store.
There are markers and drawings of E.T. and his spaceship.
Another desk holds a globe and dinosaur toy.
An E.T. Adventure passport sits atop a postcard from Elliot’s dad in Mexico. There are just so many incredible details, you could spend all day in here.
The transition from “Theater 1” to “Theater 2” takes you through the closet from the film. You’ll find clothes on one side and stuffed animals on the other side. Can you spot E.T. hidden among the plush? As we make our way into the next room, the “Jaws” poster leads us right into the next film.
Jaws Room
This room resembles Quint’s dockside house. The frame of a boat hangs from the ceiling.
There are shark jaws and fishing equipment hanging on the walls.
Fishing nets hang from the rafters.
Quint’s captain’s seat complete with his jacket is atop a merchandise display.
There are some ship wheels and an old-fashioned stove.
An orange light shines from beneath the stove and steam comes off the pot.
On this table is a torn-up flyer for Mayor Larry Vaughn, newspaper clippings, business cards, and more.
More newspaper and magazine clippings, as well as photos, are stuck to the walls and displays. A cabinet holds more hunting materials.
A T.V. plays the original preshow/queue video from “Jaws.”
A “Jaws” Mold-A-Rama machine lets you create a shark-shaped model. This is different than the one in the Universal Legacy Store in CityWalk.
The $8 model is shaped like the shark emerging from the water, with the “Jaws” logo below it. The machine is decorated with photos, blueprints, and shark drawings.
There are some details hidden around associated with the defunct attraction.
A sweet tribute to a former JAWS skipper and his son can be seen on a barrel.
Hallway
After the “Jaws” room is a simple hallway lined with more classic movie posters.
The walls represent old Universal soundstages.
All of these films are “Coming Soon”.
“Back to the Future” is now playing in Theater 3.
Back to the Future Room
Doc’s model of Hill Valley town square is at the center of this room in a glass case.
The not-to-scale model is made of various materials Doc found around his workshop, all painted white.
A red toy car and blueprints sit on the model.
At the other end of the display case are notes from Doc, a picture of the Lyon Estates billboard, the donation cup for saving the clock tower, and the “You’re Fired!!!” fax from “Back to the Future II.”
Marty’s girlfriend, Jennifer, wrote “I love you!” and a phone number on the back of this flyer.
There’s a Mold-A-Rama machine, where you can create your own Hill Valley clock tower model for $8.
The machine is decorated with blueprints, newspaper clippings, and flyers from the “Back to the Future” films.
We found it a little strange that the model was of the clock tower and not the DeLorean, but it is a cute shoutout to the model in the center of the room.
The entire room is based on Doc’s workshop, with several clocks on the walls and crates piled in corners.
On a shelf with some of the clocks is Marty’s picture of himself and his siblings.
The giant speaker used by Marty in the opening scene of “Back to the Future” is against one wall.
Every so often, you can hear the speaker.
More newspaper clippings and hand-written notes by Doc are scattered across the floor.
There’s a poster for the “Enchantment Under the Sea” dance above a jukebox.
Several songs heard in “Back to the Future,” as well as other classics, are listed on the jukebox.
This clock holds more movie references, including the top of old Biff’s cane and the Almanac from “Back to the Future II.”
A red guitar signed by Michael J. Fox is above the desk. It’s available for purchase for $2,000.
A hover board signed by the cast of “Back to the Future II” is available for $3,200.
Above this desk hangs a framed photo of Marty and Doc from “Back to the Future III.” Be careful — a crate of plutonium is under the desk.
A newspaper clipping on the wall reads “Brown Mansion Destroyed.”
Doc’s original drawing of the Flux Capacitor hangs next to time machine blueprints.
The QR code on this Cusco card leads to the official list of defunct Universal Orlando Resort attractions, including Back to the Future the Ride.
RIP.
Do these panther statues in the corner look familiar? They are actual screen-used panther statues that appeared on the Hill Valley clock tower in “Back to the Future.”
They debuted in “Cat People” (1982). This series of photos and notes describes their history.
They also appeared in “Problem Child 2” and “Legends of the Hidden Temple.”
From 1991 to 1997, they sat in the Universal Orlando Boneyard. Current location? Look up!
Snack Room
According to the sign on this door, Theater 4 is celebrating Gregory’s birthday. At the entrance to the Tribute Store, there is a themed sign encouraging guests to have their birthday at the Tribute Theater. Happy Birthday, Gregory.
The final room holds this giant King Kong photo op, and of course, snacks.
You can pose like King Kong is grabbing you. Does the scenery in the background look familiar? It’s the same skyline you’ll see out in the park.
There is some extra Universal Studios merchandise in here, too.
The snack stand resembles a movie theater concession stand. It feels like you’re in the lobby, especially with the smell of fresh popped popcorn.
There’s a real popcorn machine, so be sure to grab a box of popcorn.
A giant Tribute Theater sign is behind the merchandise cash registers.
Here’s a look at some of the themed snacks you’ll find in this room. We’ll be reviewing them later. These were selling out quickly, too!
Sink your teeth into these treats!
These “JAWS” bowls seemed to be a top seller!
Can anyone resist an adorable E.T. dessert?
Fruit punch and lemonade hover board whoopie pies, with nerds, seemed to be a popular item.
A variety of popcorn balls will tempt you!
Exit
As you leave, you’ll pass projections of the Universal logo over the years, with an occasional appearance of Earl the Squirrel.
This is based on classic intermission reels with the phrase “Let’s all go to the lobby.”
It looks like one of the nuts realized he might be the snack.
A corkboard hangs on the wall with flyers, drawings, and posters you might see in the break room of a movie theater.
There are popcorn and soda filling guides. These patented “flavour enhancing cubes” sound like something the theme park down the street would use.
Halloween Horror Nights fans will find hidden details in the store as well.
There’s a potluck sign up with names of Team Members who worked on the store.
The employee art contest features drawings of sharks, the DeLorean, E.T., and Frankenstein.
At the very end is a desk with old MAD magazines and film reels.
The wall outside is covered in more classic movie posters. This is certainly a blockbuster of a Tribute Store! What do you think of this year’s Summer Tribute Store? Be sure to check out a full video tour below.
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Before executives told Walt Disney Imagineering to create a “Guardians of the Galaxy” coaster for EPCOT, Imagineers were developing a coaster based on the Big Bang. They were also already developing the idea of the Omnicoaster system eventually used for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
Imagineer Wyatt Winter revealed the original idea during an interview with D23, saying, “We had the idea for – we didn’t even call it the Omnicoaster then – but a coaster that we could turn and rotate you into the show. So that idea, along with an idea for a coaster that was about the Big Bang, singularity, kind of going through the cosmos, those were two ideas that were out there.”
Winter said they then got the call to put “Guardians of the Galaxy” in EPCOT and, “We kind of mashed all those ideas together.”
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind opens to the public on May 27. It replaces Universe of Energy, which closed in 2017.
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