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ORLANDO, Fla. (October 17, 2023) – Universal Orlando Resort’s Meetings & Eventsprogram brings the unique visions of meeting planners to life and thrills attendees unlike anywhere else in the world. Known for its premier entertainment offerings across three award-winning theme parks and Universal CityWalk – coupled with the hospitality excellence of Loews Hotels & Co’s eight spectacular properties and versatile Meeting Complex – the destination sets the stage for one-of-a-kind events for groups of any size. Only here can attendees be absorbed in the content of their program by day, and then be transported into groundbreaking theme parks with the immersive storytelling of some of the world’s most beloved films and characters in pop culture by night.
Universal Orlando’s collection of incredible products, remarkable experiences within, and a passionate teamof experienced event professionals come together to create unforgettable, engaging and inspiring programming for attendees. Below is a look at what planners can expect from a Universal Orlando meeting or event.
Universal Orlando Hotels and the Loews Meeting Complex
Universal Orlando’s complete portfolio of eight magnificently immersive hotels offers 9,000 guest rooms. Each property is the result of the creative team behind the vision of Universal Orlando’s amazing attractions. Attendees can immerse themselves in meeting environments inspired by the Italian seaside, South Seas relaxation, cool Caribbean charm, a rock star’s mansion and more. With convenient access to the parks or CityWalk via water taxi, walking paths or shuttle, the destination experience is seamless so that attendees spend more time enjoying the program and less time traveling to venues across town.
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel, and Loews Sapphire Falls Resort boast more than 295,000 square feet of versatile meeting space to accommodate groups large and small, while Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, Universal’s Aventura Hotel, and Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites & Dockside Inn and Suites provide planners with excellent rooms-only and overflow hotel options. And the Loews Meeting Complex – which is the combined meeting space at Loews Royal Pacific Resort and Loews Sapphire Falls Resort – was created with the meeting planner in mind. Complete with 2,000 guest rooms and 247,000 square feet of meeting space, planners can utilize the large ballrooms, an exhibit hall and an array of meeting, breakout, and outdoor spaces at both properties – all accessible within minutes via the enclosed walkway that conveniently connects the meeting spaces at the two hotels.
“Holding a meeting at Universal Orlando is exciting, thrilling and productive. Meeting planners can create programs with confidence because they have the full support and expertise of our seasoned professionals,” said Eric Marshall, Universal Destinations & Experiences SVP Destination Sales. “The amazing offsite event options in our parks, world class accommodations, the dynamic meeting product of our hotels, and amazing hospitality brought to life by our Team Members, all combine to create unforgettable programming for attendees.”
Across the destination, Universal Orlando offers Meeting Enhancements that engage, inspire and entertain. From branded and custom character moments, special surprise-and-delight meet-and-greet moments or speaker introductions by some of pop culture’s favorite characters, to immersive atmospheres that transport attendees beyond their expectations. Meeting Enhancements can also be leveraged by planners to infuse unexpected moments of excitement and reinforce programming goals in ways only Universal Orlando can provide. Imagine the likes of Transformer’s Optimus Prime interrupting a meeting or introducing a CEO to excite and reengage attendees.
In-Park Programming
Universal Orlando has three awe-inspiring theme parks – Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Volcano Bay – where planners can hold one-of-a-kind events in venues that provide stunning backdrops set to famous films, stories or themed environments. From small events to park-wide programming, offsite events provide planners with endless possibilities for thrilling and transformative experiences for their attendees that will stay with them long after the program concludes.
Located between Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure are two new production sound stages – one with 12,500 square feet of usable space and another with 17,500 square feet of usable space – available for meeting planners to set the stage for the perfect event. From a simple meal on the set to elaborate event productions, these event spaces allow for convenient access to our world-class attractions for exclusive, after-hours use and an unforgettable evening of excitement.
Universal CityWalk – the destination’s shopping and dining complex – is another exhilarating venue featuring innovative culinary experiences, retail shops with memorable and exciting merchandise, and engaging entertainment options. CityWalk is a blank slate for imaginative planners looking for private dining rooms, full-venue buyouts, or even the option to combine multiple venues for a showstopping block party – all available to be fully customized to the group’s preferences and needs.
What’s New at Universal Orlando Resort
There's always something new for attendees to see and do at Universal Orlando. Groups can eat, laugh and make mischief with the Minions in the newly opened Minion Land on Illumination Ave. – an immersive new area created in partnership between Universal’s award-winning creative team and the acclaimed filmmakers from Illumination. Now open at Universal Studios Florida, the new land expands upon the wildly popular Despicable Me Minion Mayhem attraction and debuts a new collection of experiences inspired by the beloved Minions franchise – including the all-new attraction, Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast, and unique dining outlets like Illumination’s Minion Cafe, Bake My Day, Pop-a-Nana and more.
Plus, Universal’s Great Movie Escapeis now open at Universal CityWalk – bringing an entirely new level of interactive entertainment to Universal Orlando. Universal’s Great Movie Escape is comprised of two distinct, cinematic escape adventures inspired by Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment’s iconic Jurassic World and Back to the Future films – each boasting eight immersive environments that feature state-of-the-art challenges, detailed sets and captivating storylines. Attendees can also host team building activities at this CityWalk venue, where groups will escape into the movies like never before.
From experiencing Universal Orlando’s latest attractions, such as Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast, hosting a chef’s table at one of the highly themed Universal Orlando hotel properties, catering a private event at one of the theme parks or CityWalk, or implementing the right technology to create memorable conference presentations, it all comes to life through the expertise of the Meetings and Events teams at Universal Orlando and Loews Hotels. Comprised of industry veterans who are committed to serving as hands-on partners and event collaborators from concept to execution, planners have access to the collective power of a seasoned team focused on one goal: making meetings and events the best they can possibly be. Whether a planner is managing a small executive meeting to something larger that scales across the destination, Team Members work side-by-side with planners to pursue and realize their unique goals.
To learn more about Universal Orlando’s immersive options for meetings and to book your next event, visit www.uomeetingsandevents.com.
About Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort is an award-winning theme park destination that welcomes all to truly be themselves while enjoying world-class attractions that redefine theme park experiences. Here, a multitude of authentically thrilling, exciting and spontaneous adventures await – each inviting guests to embark on whatever vacation they crave while igniting their full range of emotions like never before – from the awe of walking the streets of Hogsmeade or Diagon Alley in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to the rush of adrenaline that takes over when coming face-to-face with a Velociraptor in Jurassic Park to the wide-eyed joy of seeing an entire slice of cake atop a delectable milkshake at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen.
The 700-acre resort is home to three exhilarating theme parks – Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Volcano Bay – that boast some of the most innovative and immersive experiences ever created, with a fourth next-level theme park, Universal Epic Universe, on the way. Guests can also relish in exciting dining and entertainment at the Universal CityWalk entertainment complex and enjoy incredible accommodations and magnificent theming across eight hotels that offer something for every style and budget – Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, Universal’s Aventura Hotel and Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Surfside and Dockside Inn and Suites.
As a premier meetings and events destination, Universal Orlando, in partnership with Loews Hotels & Co, provides planners with endless options and opportunities to create unforgettable experiences for groups of any size. For more information or to plan your next meeting or event, visit UOMeetingsandEvents.com. You can also connect with Universal Orlando Meetings & Events on LinkedIn for the latest news.
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