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Starbucks Is MISSING from Universal’s Stella Nova Hotel…Or Is It?

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Universal’s latest hotel is OPEN… but something seems off. The Stella Nova Resort is Universal Orlando’s second Prime Value hotel and fourth value resort hotel overall but is lacking a core perk present at the other three: Starbucks.

Stella Nova Resort

Each of the other Universal value resorts — the Prime Value Adventura as well as the Value tier Cabana Bay resorts and Endless Summer — all feature a Starbucks location on property. This makes it stand out all the more that Stella Nova, the massive new hotel timed to open in preparation for the upcoming opening of Epic Universe, doesn’t have one.

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We GASPED When We Saw These Epic Universe Souvenirs at Universal’s NEWEST Hotel

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There’s a NEW place to stay in Orlando, and this hotel (and everything in it) is STUNNING! The brand-new Universal Stella Nova Resort is opening on January 21st, 2025, and you can find this resort right next to the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park, which opens on May 22nd, 2025.

Stella Nova

We got to check out this hotel before it officially opens and you know we made a beeline straight for the gift shop! What’s for sale at Universal’s Stella Nova Resort, and are there any exclusive souvenirs available now? Let’s take a look!

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EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: Go INSIDE Universal’s Brand-New Stella Nova Resort!

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Universal Orlando has an exciting year ahead! Epic Universe and the Helios Grand Hotel are opening in May, but before that, the brand-new Stella Nova and Terra Luna Resorts will be opening!

Stella Nova Resort

Stella Nova Resort will be the first of the three new hotels opening at Universal Orlando. It’s a space-themed hotel, just like its sister resort, Terra Luna. According to Universal, “It’s inspired by the infinite vastness of the unexplored universe, where galaxies spiral ever outward and unknown worlds revolve around unnamed stars.” And now we get to explore it for the first time ever days ahead of its grand opening!

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An Exclusive Event Is Coming to Universal Orlando With Proceeds Benefitting Give Kids The World

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A NEW special event is happening next month that will give you the opportunity to support a fantastic non-profit organization while getting to enjoy Universal Orlando!

Give Kids the World Village

Universal Orlando Resort and Give Kids The World are coming together to host a fun-filled night, with all the proceeds from the event supporting the Give Kids The World Village. We have all the details about this exciting special event!

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We Tried 3 Controversial Cake Slices Over $20 at Disney World’s Most Popular Restaurants

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Cake lovers, brace yourselves.

Amorette’s Patisserie spread

Disney World is known for its over-the-top treats, but when it comes to cake slices, we found a few that are downright controversial – both in terms of price and experience. We decided to hit up some of Disney World’s most popular spots to see if these high-priced desserts are worth the hype. From jaw-dropping designs to flavor-packed layers, here’s the lowdown on the cakes we tried.

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“Those Are NUTS” Universal Reveals First Look at Epic Universe Monster Animatronics

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Epic Universe is just months away from opening and the hype is real!

Universal Parks – Epic Universe ©Universal

And for fellow Universal Monster fans, the hype is even more so as we finally get a close look at the incredible animatronics that will take part in Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment. Let’s check it out!

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We Spent $48 on a GIANT Slice of Cake, and It Gives Disney’s Kitchen Sink a Run for Its Money

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Here at DFB, we love a food challenge!

Disney World’s Kitchen Sink Ice Cream Sundae

From a giant ice cream sundae made for four to a food crawl around a theme park, we’re usually down to try anything that’s culinarily exciting. Most often, we cover Disney food, but occasionally, we stop by other spots as well. And if you’re in Orlando, there’s a “food challenge” at the other major theme park resort you may not have tried before!

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BREAKING: Potential OPENING TIMELINE ANNOUNCED for Epic Universe at Universal Orlando

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Things are about to get EPIC!

This new theme park is huge!

After YEARS of rumors, anticipation, construction photos, and land reveals, we FINALLY know more details OPENING DAY OF EPIC UNIVERSE! That’s right, we now have a better idea for when guests will be able to experience Celestial Park, Dark Universe, Super Nintendo World, Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic, and How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk.

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REOPENING Announced for Universal Orlando Following Hurricane Milton

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This week, we’ve been keeping a close eye on the path of Hurricane Milton.

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The storm made landfall in Florida last night and many businesses and tourist destinations were closed in preparation for the bad weather. Among those locations that closed was Universal Orlando, but they’ve now released information about reopening.

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EPIC UNIVERSE NEWS: A NEW Look at Universal’s Helios Grand Hotel

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Things are getting EPIC in Orlando.

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Next year is scheduled to see the opening of the Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park — Epic Universe  — as well as three brand-new on-property hotels. Recently, we got a closer look at the new expansion’s massive flagship accommodations.

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