Universal's Epic Universe Construction Thread

[Wesker69]

If a bar counts, Helios rooftop bar will be THE spot probably.

It only counts if you take the stairs. You gotta earn that drink/view

 

[Loki]

Props to Universal if they add a zip line from the top of Helios to the entrance of the park.

 

[Eckert]

If a bar counts, Helios rooftop bar will be THE spot probably.

Prepare for Disney security levels of scrutiny trying to get up there for the first year...if you ain't staying, you ain't goin!

 

[GAcoaster]

Bio's pic showing the site two years ago:

 

[Suchomimus]

Bio's pic showing the site two years ago:

Universal is certainly quick when it comes to construction.

 

[Suchomimus]

 

[Ahmanet]

The lifting of the DK barrel feels like a major milestone to me ... I'm ready to book Helios for opening week

 

[NotPennysBoat]

The lifting of the DK barrel feels like a major milestone to me ... I'm ready to book Helios for opening week

Right there with ya!

 

[MikePat]

 

[GAcoaster]

Interesting square of pavement behind the HTTYD theater-- perfect drone landing field...

Or, it's a helipad, or both?

 

[Eckert]

Interesting square of pavement behind the HTTYD theater-- perfect drone landing field...

Or, it's a helipad, or both?

Bioreconstruct's Preferred Parking spot when Epic Universe opens

 

[JustLikeMe]

The lifting of the DK barrel feels like a major milestone to me ... I'm ready to book Helios for opening week

The question is, will we know the date of opening week when Helios bookings open?

 

[jarmor]

Within the next 18 months is what my magical 8 ball is saying.

 

[Ahmanet]

That video is helpful to show how Epic is positioned relative to I-Drive ... they should put a gondola between them haha

 

[UniversalRBLX]

That video is helpful to show how Epic is positioned relative to I-Drive ... they should put a gondola between them haha

You joke, but the area definitely needs it. Would be a heck of an achievement if Universal can convince the city/county to create some form of transport that links the convention center to UOR current campus with stops at Epic/I-Drive hotels, etc.

 

[Flarkus]

I find it hard to understand how transportation can rely on busses alone. The Disney bus system isn't very good and I can't imagine Universal being much better. Last HHN we took the bus from Cabana Bay and it took almost an hour and a half to get to the park!

 

[UniversalRBLX]

I find it hard to understand how transportation can rely on busses alone. The Disney bus system isn't very good and I can't imagine Universal being much better. Last HHN we took the bus from Cabana Bay and it took almost an hour and a half to get to the park!

I'm going to call BS on this one lol

Universal's bus service is fantastic - they run buses every 5-10 minutes between Cabana Bay and the hub.

 

[Mad Dog]

I find it hard to understand how transportation can rely on busses alone. The Disney bus system isn't very good and I can't imagine Universal being much better. Last HHN we took the bus from Cabana Bay and it took almost an hour and a half to get to the park!

That must have been a one time traffic issue. We've used that bus often. Trip is always 5 or 6 minutes apx. And, unlike Disney, there's always a bus, or two, waiting at the hotel for boarding.

 

[IzzyB]

The question is, will we know the date of opening week when Helios bookings open?

I assume Helios won't open until the park is open since it overlooks the park.

I find it hard to understand how transportation can rely on busses alone. The Disney bus system isn't very good and I can't imagine Universal being much better. Last HHN we took the bus from Cabana Bay and it took almost an hour and a half to get to the park!

Because you are in Orlando and for some reason they don't like efficient mass transit in Florida.

 

[UniversalRBLX]

Just to show how bad transportation is in the area, 15 mins driving to and from UOR campus to Epic... 45 minutes using bus network lol