Epic Universe Faces Early Heat: Guests Cite Lack of Shade
Orlando’s newest theme park, Universal’s Epic Universe, a £4.5 billion venture, is drawing both excitement and criticism. While many celebrate its innovative attractions, a recurring complaint is casting a shadow: the lack of adequate shade.
The heat Is On: Initial Reactions
Visitors are taking to online review platforms to voice their concerns about the intense heat and limited shaded areas. The absence of respite from the Florida sun is impacting the overall experience for many.
- Scalding Seats: One TripAdvisor user described their visit as
extremely hot,
suggesting that Universal needssome umbrellas to shade the seats.
- Security Woes: A visitor from the U.K. recounted waiting an hour and a half in
boiling heat
just to get through security and enter Super Nintendo World.
Specific Complaints: rides and Walkways
The lack of shade isn’t confined to waiting areas. Even some of the rides themselves offer little protection from the sun.
No shade, no fans, no misters. Fairly repulsive.Jeff, U.K. visitor
Jeff,a visitor from the U.K., pointed out that Yoshi’s Adventure is mainly outside,
contributing to his low rating of three out of 10. A Reddit thread echoed these sentiments, with one user noting that the expansive width of the pavements does not help with the Florida sun and shading.
Value Proposition: Is It Worth the Price?
some park-goers question whether the $139 entrance fee is justified, given what they perceive as limited offerings. The overall consensus is mixed,with some finding areas lacking.
Celestial Park felt boring and bland.Anonymous User
One user, while describing Epic Universe as great
compared Celestial Park to a city walk
rather than a theme park. Others share the concern that there isn’t enough stuff to do,
describing the park as underbuilt
and lacking enough for a major park in this day and age.
Another user summarized, I like it, but it’s a bit empty in my opinion.
Not All Gloom: Positive Experiences
Despite the criticisms, many visitors have had overwhelmingly positive experiences.Some are already planning return trips.
- One user labeled their visit as
phenomenal.
- another park-lover reported visiting twice since the opening and is planning a third trip.
