Universal Orlando Resort Expansion (Part 1)

[sonoma15]

Not that these descriptions ever really matter, but I do find it intriguing that the Fantastic Worlds and Epic Universe have different intended uses according to the trademark filings...

Fantastic Worlds

Entertainment services in the nature of amusement park and theme park services; entertainment services in the nature of an amusement park ride; entertainment in the nature of amusement park attractions, namely, a themed area​

Epic Universe

Amusement park attraction and theme park services; live stage performances, namely, presentation of live show performances; providing waterpark services; providing recreational areas for entertainment and amusement, namely, interactive play areas​

Again, usually these descriptions are kinda just catchalls, but it's interesting that they're different in this case.

It sounds like Epic Universe would be the name of the area as a whole and Fantastic World would be one of the parks

 

[JungleSkip]

It sounds like Epic Universe would be the name of the area as a whole and Fantastic World would be one of the parks

That's kind of the sense I get as well.

 

[Alicia]

It sounds like Epic Universe would be the name of the area as a whole and Fantastic World would be one of the parks

Yea, a lot of stuff that could be included at the new resort listed under Epic, including some stuff for a CityWalk 2.0 maybe, like stage shows, recreational areas, entertainment. Then water park, and of course a theme park... All umbrella terms that you don't see in the Fantastic filing.

 

[Miketheboss]

:ack: Who came up with the name "Epic", a Millennial/Generation Z ?

 

[zg44]

Epic Universe is fine for the whole resort. Fantastic Worlds is definitely the better park name.

 

[Scott W.]

:ack: Who came up with the name "Epic", a Millennial/Generation Z ?

I'm with you. I think Epic Universe sounds like a cliche and already feels dated.

 

[Alicia]

I'm with you. I think Epic Universe sounds like a cliche and already feels dated.

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Really setting themselves up for EPIC FAIL on this one.

 

[JungleSkip]

They can name it “Universal Amusement Exclusion Zone” for all I care. I’m getting a third park

 

[Teebin]

Is it just me, or is 304 the worst number they could have chosen for a new resort. I like numbers that have sharp edges.

 

[Scott W.]

Is it just me, or is 304 the worst number they could have chosen for a new resort. I like numbers that have sharp edges.

The answer has been in our face the whole time.

 

[Parkscope Joe]

Removed the "?" from the title.


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[ParkRumors]

Is it just me, or is 304 the worst number they could have chosen for a new resort. I like numbers that have sharp edges.

I like to think the project number is an internal meta joke about them not being sure whether the new park is "park 3" or "park 4" thanks to them calling Volcano Bay the 3rd park... "Project 304... it's Park 3 or 4..."

 

[JungleSkip]

I like to think the project number is an internal meta joke about them not being sure whether the new park is "park 3" or "park 4" thanks to them calling Volcano Bay the 3rd park... "Project 304... it's Park 3 or 4..."

Oh man that makes so much sense

 

[JungleSkip]

Something I notice in the one PDF image: are the set of retention ponds on the right side gone?

 

[JoeCamel]

Something I notice in the one PDF image: are the set of retention ponds on the right side gone?

The moved them on the mass grading permit.

 

[JungleSkip]

The moved them on the mass grading permit.

Gotcha, thanks

 

[Brando]

Totally not feeling Epic Universe, still holding out hope for my name.. Universal's Legends Park. Sounds so classy

 

[Viator]

Just bringing this up, even in an limited form; WB Dhabi was able to use the PJLoTR films for their plaza show.

From Formulamoney,

 

[tielo]

I think 304 is a dated number, I'm actually having a tantrum right now because of it. The order of the numbers is cliche and offensive to the eye and mouth.

I think the name of a park or resort becomes it's own thing when it's there. It's like naming a kid. Every name is okay but you know certain people with those names who you like or dislike and that influence the name and the feeling you have about the name.

What also needs to be taken in account are foreign guests. I was really disappointed in Disney Springs. When someone says springs I think about those spiral bouncy things in chairs or beds. Imagine my disappointment when I saw a outlet shopping mall.

 

[JungleSkip]

EDit: Nevermind