Universal Parks & Resorts facts for kids

Universal Parks & Resorts is a company that creates and runs amazing theme parks and resorts all over the world. It's part of a bigger company called NBCUniversal, which is owned by Comcast. Universal is famous for its rides and attractions based on popular movies, TV shows, books, and video games from Universal Studios, NBC, and other companies.

Theme Parks Around the World

Universal Parks & Resorts has many exciting locations where you can experience your favorite stories and characters. These parks offer thrilling rides, live shows, and unique dining and shopping experiences.

Current Parks

Here are the Universal theme parks and resorts that are open right now:

• Universal Studios Hollywood (located in Los Angeles, United States)
  • This park is fully owned by Universal. It also includes Universal CityWalk, a fun area with shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
• Universal Orlando Resort (located in Orlando, Florida, United States)
  • This huge resort is fully owned by Universal and includes several parks:
    • Universal Studios Florida: Where you can ride through your favorite movies.
    • Islands of Adventure: Home to incredible themed lands and thrilling roller coasters.
    • Universal CityWalk: A lively entertainment district with dining and nightlife.
    • Wet 'n Wild: A water park for splashing fun.
• Universal Studios Japan (Osaka, Japan)
  • This park is licensed to a Japanese company, USJ Co., Ltd. It also has its own Universal CityWalk.
• Universal Studios Singapore (Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore)
  • This park is run by the Genting Group. It offers a unique Universal experience in Southeast Asia.

Past Parks

Sometimes, parks change ownership or close. Here's a park that was once part of Universal:

• Universal PortAventura, Salou, Spain (from 1997 to 2004)
  • This location also included Costa Caribe Aquatic Park, a water park (from 2002 to 2004).

Future Parks and Projects

Universal is always planning new and exciting places! These projects have been announced or are being built. Keep in mind that plans can sometimes change.

• Universal Studios America, Darien, New York (Planned to open in 2024)
• Universal Studios Idaho, Boise, Idaho, United States (Planned to open in 2023)
• Universal Studios South Korea, Hwaseong, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea (Currently on hold)
• Universal Studios Dubailand, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Currently on hold; construction started in 2008 but stopped in 2009)
• Universal Studios Moscow, Moscow, Russia (Currently on hold due to economic reasons)
• Universal Studios Beijing, Beijing, People's Republic of China (Opened in 2019)
• Universal Studios Michigan, Traverse City, Michigan, United States (Planned to open in 2016)
• Universal Studios St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri, United States (Planned to open in 2020)
• Universal Studios Texas, Dallas Texas, United States (Planned to open in 2021)
• Universal Studios Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Planned to open in 2019)
• Universal Studios New England, Boston, Massachusetts, United States (Planned to open in 2018)
• Universal Studios New Jersey, Marlboro Township, New Jersey, United States (Planned to open in 2019)
• Universal Studios Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (Planned to open in 2019)
• Volcano Bay, Orlando, Florida, United States (Opened in 2017)