The Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort Return for a Whimsical Destination-Wide Celebration Inspired by Pop Culture’s Most Beloved Stories Including Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas, Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s and More November 17 Through December 31

Oct 22, 2023 | Business

Plan a Holly Jolly Getaway with Special Ticket Offer Giving U.S. and Canada Residents 2 Days Free with the Purchase of a 2-Park 3-Day Ticket

Holiday Cheer Comes to Life with Universals Holiday Tour, The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast at Universal Islands of Adventure and Special Experiences Across All Universal Hotels

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Universal Orlando Resort invites guests to set their festive side free with its destination-wide Holidays celebration kicking off next month. Guests can experience a mix of merry and mischief brought to life from holiday classics to experiences inspired by pop culture icons, creating a memorable holiday atmosphere unlike any other beginning Friday, November 17 and running daily through Sunday, December 31.

From the wondrous spectacle of The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hogsmeade, coming face-to-face with everyones favorite green grouch, the Grinch, during Grinchmas, to gazing at the floats and larger-than-life balloons during Universals Holiday Parade featuring Macys, there are boundless opportunities for guests to enjoy at Universal Orlando this holiday season.

Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure
Holiday magic fills The Wizarding World of Harry Potter as the streets of Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade transform into a wizarding holiday wonderland overflowing with festively themed dcor, lights, garland and more. The nighttime spectacle, The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle, returns to Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure bringing to life a stunning projection show highlighting Christmas moments and holiday spirit inspired by the beloved characters and stories of the Harry Potter films.

The Frog Choir, comprised of Hogwarts students and their giant croaking frogs also returns to Hogsmeade with a special holiday-themed performance, plus guests can groove to the music of the wizarding worlds most popular singing sensation, Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees, in Diagon Alley.

Universals Holiday Parade featuring Macys at Universal Studios Florida
Guests will gaze in awe as beloved pop culture-inspired stories from Illuminations Despicable Me and DreamWorks Animations Shrek and Madagascar fill the streets of Universal Studios Florida during Universals Holiday Parade featuring Macys. These beloved stories come to life as larger-than-life balloons, colorful holiday floats and hundreds of jolly performers embark on a picturesque journey that culminates in a stunning finale including a special appearance by Santa Claus and the lighting of the magnificent 80-foot Christmas tree.

Grinchmas at Universal Islands of Adventure
Revel in the spirit of Grinchmas at Universal Islands of Adventure where the Grinch stars in the live retelling of the Dr. Seuss holiday classic, the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular.

Seuss Landing will transport guests into a whimsical atmosphere decked out with oversized candy canes, twisty Christmas trees, stunning tinsel ornaments and more. There will even be appearances from the Whos from Who-ville and a special photo opportunity that brings guests face-to-face with the mean, green one himself, the Grinch.

Mannheim Steamroller at Universal Studios Florida
The top-selling holiday artist of all time, Mannheim Steamroller, will return to Universal Studios Florida to get guests into the holiday spirit with live performances on December 2, 3, 9 and 10.

If that wasnt enough, theres even more Holiday cheer to be found around every corner at Universal Orlando Resort with a wide variety of additional, unique add-on experiences.

Universals Holiday Tour
Guests can enjoy a guided tour that gives them special access to all the beloved holiday entertainment experiences taking place across the destination, including:

  • A chance to meet the maven of mischief himself, the Grinch, and his dog, Max, while enjoying small bites, desserts and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Reserved seating at the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular in Universal Islands of Adventure
  • A meet-and-greet photo opportunity with Santa Claus in Universal Studios Florida
  • An exclusive, after-hours showing of The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure to complete the nights festivities

Universals Holiday Tour is available on select dates beginning November 19 through December 30, 2023 and can be booked by visiting www.UniversalOrlando.com/Holidays. Pricing begins at $79.99 per person (plus tax) and separate theme park admission with a 1-Day 2-Park Park-to-Park ticket is required.

Annual and Seasonal Passholders can get a $10 off discount per ticket per passholder with a valid Annual or Seasonal Pass. Tickets for passholders can be purchased by calling 1-866-346-9350 or by visiting the UOAP Lounge in Universal Islands of Adventure. Regular Seasonal and Power Pass blockout dates apply.

The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast at Universal Islands of Adventure
The popular dining experience, The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast, allows guests to start their day with a delicious breakfast and fun appearances by the Grinch and other favorite Dr. Seuss characters.

The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast takes place in Confisco Grille in Universal Islands of Adventure on select dates November 17 through December 27 for $58.99 + tax per adult and $32.99 + tax per child (ages 3-9) and can be booked by visiting www.UniversalOrlando.com/Holidays.

Premier and Preferred Annual Passholders can receive a 20% discount on purchases of The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast for select dates by calling 407-224-7554.

The Holiday Celebration Continues at Universal CityWalk and Universal Orlandos Hotels
Guests can keep the celebration going at Universal CityWalk with seasonal food and beverage and special entertainment. Plus, all eight Universal Orlando Resort hotels will be decked out with festive dcor that enhances each hotels theme and the whole family can indulge in holiday feasts and activities. Special menus will be available at Universal hotels for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years, and there will also be menorah lighting ceremonies and more. Select hotels even offer special holiday entertainment like Christmas tree lightings and strolling carolers. Guests can now save 20% on a four-night stay in the 2-bedroom suites at Universals Endless Summer Resort Dockside Inn and Suites & Surfside Inn and Suites and the family suites at Universals Cabana Bay Beach Resort.

Get 2 Days of Park Admission Free with a Cant-Miss Ticket Offer
Access to Universal Orlandos Holidays celebration is included with regular admission to the theme parks. U.S. and Canada residents can now take advantage of an incredible deal giving them five days of access to Universal Orlando Resorts thrilling theme parks for the price of a three-day ticket to enjoy the ultimate holiday getaway. Guests also have the option to upgrade their ticket to include Universal Volcano Bay. Click here for more information and to purchase.

Special Experiences for Annual Passholders
In addition to discounts on select holiday experiences, Annual Passholders will get special access to enjoy Universals Holidays Parade featuring Macys from a viewing area just for Passholders, as well as exclusive merchandise and early access to the Holidays Tribute Store.

The Holidays celebration runs daily from November 17 through December 31 at Universal Orlando Resort and from November 24 through January 1, 2024 at Universal Studios Hollywood. For more information about Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/Holidays.

About Universal Orlando Resort Where Its More Than Magic, Its Real
Universal Orlando Resort is an award-winning theme park destination that welcomes all to truly be themselves while enjoying world-class attractions that redefine theme park experiences. Here, a multitude of authentically thrilling, exciting and spontaneous adventures await each inviting guests to embark on whatever vacation they crave while igniting their full range of emotions like never before from the awe of walking the streets of Hogsmeade or Diagon Alley in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to the rush of adrenaline that takes over when coming face-to-face with a Velociraptor in Jurassic Park to the wide-eyed joy of seeing an entire slice of cake atop a delectable milkshake at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen.

The 700-acre resort is home to two exhilarating theme parks Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure that boast some of the most innovative and immersive experiences ever created, with a third next-level theme park, Universal Epic Universe, on the way. Guests can also find the perfect balance of thrills and relaxation at the Universal Volcano Bay water park, relish in exciting dining and entertainment at the Universal CityWalk entertainment complex and enjoy incredible accommodations and magnificent theming across eight hotels that offer something for every style and budget Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universals Cabana Bay Beach Resort, Universals Aventura Hotel and Universals Endless Summer Resort Surfside and Dockside Inn and Suites.

For more information about Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.universalorlando.com.

The Holidays Always Find a Way: Coca-Cola Caravan Embarks on 25th Anniversary Tour in U.S. and Canada

Nov 7, 2022 | Business

New TV Creative and Amazon Prime Series Support Coca-Cola’s Holiday Campaign


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Coca-Cola is ushering in the holidays in the U.S. and Canada with a “Real Magic”-inspired campaign, “The Holidays Always Find a Way” which celebrates the unstoppable force of the season in bringing people together. 


This year’s holiday campaign is a multi-channel program featuring a series of distinct brand experiences anchored by the 25th edition of the Coca-Cola Caravan, which will spread holiday cheer to 33 cities across the United States and Canada between Nov. 16 and Dec. 18.


Since lighting up the small screen in a TV ad in the mid-1990s, the Coca-Cola Caravan has signaled the start of the festive season for nearly three decades. This year, Santa is trading in his sleigh for Coca-Cola’s biggest Caravan yet—spreading holiday joy to communities and local organizations over shared experiences and moments of magic. 


The Coca-Cola Holiday Hub digital experience will include holiday mixing and food content; an interactive map of the Coca-Cola Caravan route; a one-of-a-kind Augmented Reality (AR) experience with Santa; Coke Store and Coca-Cola Freestyle promotions and more.  New elements and experiences for consumers will roll out throughout the holiday season on the Coca-Cola Holiday Hub. 


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Prepping for the Holidays With Important Dates

Oct 5, 2022 | Business

Peak Season 2022: Shipping Deadlines and Package Rules

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The holidays bring many things — gifts, family gatherings, decorating and festivities. For 2022, they also bring a few updates from the Postal Service for shipping deadlines and temporary pricing changes, as well as new package regulations.


2022 Holiday Shipping Deadlines


The Postal Service recommends the following mailing and shipping deadlines for expected delivery by Dec. 25 to domestic addresses and Air/Army Post Office/Fleet Post Office/Diplomatic Post Office (APO/FPO/DPO) addresses*:

  • Nov. 5   — APO/FPO/DPO (all ZIP Codes) USPS Retail Ground service
  • Dec. 9   — APO/FPO/DPO (all ZIP Codes) Priority Mail and First-Class Mail
  • Dec. 16 — APO/FPO/DPO (except ZIP Code 093) USPS Priority Mail Express Military service
  • Dec. 17 — USPS Retail Ground service
  • Dec. 17 — First-Class Mail service (including greeting cards)
  • Dec. 17 — First-Class packages (up to 15.99 ounces)
  • Dec. 19 — Priority Mail service
  • Dec. 23 — Priority Mail Express* service

Alaska

  • Dec. 2   — Alaska to/from Continental U.S. — USPS Retail Ground
  • Dec. 17 — Alaska to/from Continental U.S. — First-Class Mail and Priority Mail
  • Dec. 21 — Alaska to/from Continental U.S. — Priority Mail Express

Hawaii

  • Dec. 17 — Hawaii to/from mainland — First-Class Mail and Priority Mail
  • Dec. 21 — Hawaii to/from mainland — Priority Mail Express

*Not a guarantee, unless otherwise noted. Dates are for estimated delivery before Dec. 25. Actual delivery date may vary depending on origin, destination, Post Office acceptance date and time, and other conditions. Some restrictions apply. For Priority Mail Express shipments mailed Dec. 22 through Dec. 25, the money-back guarantee applies only if the shipment was not delivered, or delivery was not attempted, within two business days.


New Seasonal Stamps


There are several new holiday and seasonal stamps available for your greeting cards and letters. They can be found online at the Postal Store or at any one of more than 34,000 Post Office locations. As a reminder, as of July 10, the cost of a First-Class Forever stamp increased to 60 cents from 58 cents.


New Hazardous Materials Shipping Restrictions


For safety reasons, effective June 6, packages containing hazardous materials —lithium-ion batteries, in particular — must now be mailed by surface transportation using Parcel Select Ground, USPS Retail Ground, Parcel Return Service or Ground Return Service.


The Postal Service issued the new requirements for shipping used electronics and other hazardous materials because items of this nature can cause fires and other dangers to mailers, air carriers, aircraft passengers and others.


Customers can find detailed information on common hazardous, restricted and perishable materials in the Postal Service’s Publication 52, Hazardous, Restricted, and Perishable Mail.


Temporary Pricing Adjustments


For the 2022 holiday season, the Postal Service has implemented temporary price adjustments. The changes are in place through Jan. 22, 2023, 12:01 a.m. Central time, for both retail and business customers.


The changes include some of the Postal Service’s more popular shipping products, which also includes military shipping: Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, First-Class Package Service, Parcel Select Ground and USPS Retail Ground. International products are unaffected.


These temporary rates will keep the Postal Service competitive and are similar to adjustments in past years to help cover extra handling costs to ensure a successful holiday season. More information can be found at usps.com.


The temporary adjustments are part of Delivering for America, the Postal Service’s 10-year plan for achieving financial sustainability and service excellence, which calls for appropriate pricing initiatives. Even with the temporary increase, the Postal Service has some of the lowest mail postage rates in the industrialized world and continues to offer great values in shipping.


More tips for a successful holiday mailing and shipping season:

  • Use free Priority Mail Flat Rate Boxes. They are available at local Post Office locations or online at usps.com/freeboxes.
  • Make it easy with Click-N-Ship. You can create shipping labels and pay for postage online at usps.com/ship.
  • Schedule a free Package Pickup when the carrier delivers your mail. It’s free regardless of the number of packages. Pickups can be scheduled at usps.com/pickup.*
  • Mail and packages that weigh more than 10 ounces and/or are more than a half-inch thick using stamps as postage cannot be dropped into a collection box or left for a carrier to pick up. Instead, take them to a window clerk at a Post Office location.
  • Packages containing used electronics or other hazardous materials — lithium-ion batteries, in particular — must now be shipped via surface transportation.

*Boxes are delivered within the U.S. with your regular mail, usually within 7 to 10 business days. Exclusions apply, for details and to order, visit the Postal Store.


Additional holiday news and information can be found at the Postal Service Holiday Newsroom: usps.com/holidaynews.


The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.


For U.S. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube channel, like us on Facebook and enjoy our Postal Posts blog. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.


More USPS holiday news, including shipping deadlines and information on the North Pole postmark, can be found at usps.com/holidaynews. For reporters interested in speaking with a regional Postal Service public relations professional, please go to about.usps.com/news/media-contacts/usps-local-media-contacts.pdf.

The Next 1000x Coin just In Time for The Holidays!

Nov 30, 2021 | Business

Cryptocurrency has gotten immensely popular in the last few years, and it has been getting more and more popular every day. People have earned millions and billions of dollars investing in cryptocurrency. There are multiple types of cryptocurrencies in the market and many more are gaining popularity by the day. Bitcoin is the most famous among all cryptocurrency, but there are also a number of other trendy cryptocurrencies that have been very successful lately. Among them, memecoins have seen massive popularity and have exploded almost overnight. Especially since the release of Dogecoin and the twitter promotion from Elon musk. Meme coins have furthered ignited the popularity of crypto currency and have brought in a diverse audience of crypto currency investors. Today, we will introduce you to another

memecoin that has promising potential to be profitable to you and charities all over the world. We will be talking about the Holiday Coin! www.holidaycoin.io

What is Holiday Coin?

Holiday Coin is a charity focused Hyper Deflationary Coin that rewards all of its holders 8% in BUSD every hour for just holding the $Holiday coin. Holiday Coin is on the Binance Smart Chain and supports meaningful charities during every holiday of the year. The Holiday Coin supports various charitable causes such as Toys for Tots, Children’s Hospitals, Feed the children, Wounded Warriors, Breast Cancer Awareness. The Holiday Coin is a token with the symbol of $Holiday. It has a supply of 1 quadrillion and is hyper-deflationary so that means it becomes more rare over time. It has a liquidity fee of 2% followed by a 1% marketing fee and 3% charity fee that is invested in the continued effort to spread the word and the mission behind Holiday Coin. Holiday Coin will support various charitable causes throughout the holiday season like Toys for Tots, Children’s Hospitals, Feed the Hungry, Wounded Warriors, Breast Cancer Awareness, and many more to be announced. Holiday Coin will be available for presale on December 1, 2021. All information about the presale can be found on www.HolidayCoin.io

Why Holiday Coin?

1.   8% Rewards paid out in BUSD:

You earn free money when you hold Holiday Coin in your wallet ! Every hour, BUSD is automatically sent to all holders wallets for just holiday the coin. The rewards are

paid in BUSD, which is strongly considered a stable coin on Binance smart chain. Paying all of the holders in BUSD is one of the most interesting features of the Holiday Coin because BUSD rarely fluctuates in price and ensures a stable but diverse investing strategy. The values of cryptocurrencies can widely vary and often fluctuate and be very unpredictable at times, but BUSD is almost equivalent to 1:1 with USD or Cash, and it is very stable. This makes Holiday Coin a standout amongst its competitors.

2.   The Charity Wallet:

The Holiday Coin will support meaningful charities all over the world. 3% of all transactions are sent to a Charity wallet and all of the revenue that is generated will be shared with charities that are voted on by the community. All of the funds are on a public ledger and can be monitored and viewed anytime to maintain complete transparency. The charities that will be supported will include Toys for Tots, Children’s Hospitals; Feed the Hungry, Wounded Warriors, Breast Cancer Awareness, and many more.

3.   2% Liquidity:

2% of every transaction is deposited into a liquidity pool so that the project can maintain healthy and strong support . This is especially beneficial for all of the holders to ensure a stable floor price.

4.   1% Hyper Deflationary:

Holiday Coin has a 1% burn rate. 1% of all Holiday coin transactions are automatically burnt. This will make Holiday Coin a deflationary token and be rarer over time.

5.   The Marketing Wallet:

There is a 1% Marketing Fee from every transaction that is automatically deposited in a marketing wallet. These funds are used to pay for the continuous marketing efforts to promote the mission of the Holiday Coin. These funds will aid in the advancement of the cause and empower more financial backers into the project. The power of cause marketing and community investments will help spread the word of Holiday Coin.

6.   Anti-Dump system:

In order to establish a safe investment you want to make sure that a project cannot be manipulated by whales. This is why Holiday Coin created an Anti Dump or Anti whale system. A holder can only sell 1% of the total supply per transaction at one time. This system helps ensure that one individual investor cannot dump or manipulate the price of a project.

How Do You Buy $Holiday Coin?

The $Holiday Coin will start its presale on December 1, 2021. You can visit www.HolidayCoin.io for more information. After the presale, the Holiday Coin will be

easily available on Pancakeswap and other exchanges.

Final Thoughts

The Holiday Coin could very well be the next 1000X Coin to gain popularity. The fact that there are rewards for its holders and support for charities worldwide could be very attractive to investors. Its distinctive and unique qualities make it a total standout in the cryptocurrency space. It’s very rare that you will find a project that is focused on helping everyone associated with it. It does seem like this is the coin that keeps on giving,

You can follow the Holiday Coin project on these socials:

Website: https://holidaycoin.io/

Telegram: https://t.me/theholidaycoin

Twitter: https://twitter.com/myholidaycoin

If you have any additional questions about Holiday Coin, let us know at [email protected]

Holidays365 Film Festival Kicks Off Its Annual “HOLIDAY FILMAGANZA” This Thanksgiving

Nov 14, 2021 | Books, Business

Get Tickets Now For HOLIDAY FILMAGANZA

Get Tickets Now For HOLIDAY FILMAGANZA

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – Nov. 12, 2021 – PRLog — Holidays 365 International Film Festival™ today announced its annual “Holiday Filmaganza” beginning Thanksgiving Day, November 25. The festival captures the magic of the holidays in the perfect movie marathon. For 11 days, stream family-friendly films in the comfort of your own home through December 5.

From family dramas and hysterical stories to inspirational people and profound experiences, the films have something everyone can relate to this holiday season. So, pass the popcorn and candy canes, then curl up on the couch with a cup of hot cocoa and settle into your front row seat for some holiday movie magic.

Visit our Film Guide for a full list of movies. Enjoy world class screenings for as little as $5 or unlimited access with the All-Access Pass. As our appreciation to pandemic frontliners, first responders, and military, enjoy a 20% discount on all streaming. Discounts for seniors and students.

Snapshot of coming attractions:

Santa Fake

A family comedy feature film filled with Christmas spirit and holiday shenanigans. Damian McGinty portrays an undocumented Northern Irish immigrant hiding out from New York gangsters as a singing mall Santa in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Spreading holiday cheer in his Santa disguise, he discovers his true destiny.

An all-star cast includes:  Damian McGinty (Glee/Celtic Thunder), Heather Morris (Glee), Judd Nelson (Breakfast Club), John Rhys-Davies (The Lord of the Rings), Jeff Fahey (Lost), Tony Amendola (Stargate SG-1), and Pancho Moler (Bad News Bears). This directorial debut by J.M. Burris is receiving acclaim as a heartfelt holiday choice.

Check out the movie trailer and include this star-studded treat on your holiday watch list.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ViAB5gh11Q&list=PL_aCz_O9hTgVhT8c-EEwAi3wLJnEJNF5Z&index=1

MUM IS POURING RAIN (Mamam Pleut des Cordes)

This charming international animated short tells the inspiring tale of young Jane anticipating Christmas with her mother only to be sent unexpectedly to her grandmother’s house. Her holiday becomes quite the adventure as she befriends a forest-dwelling giant and two local kids. As Jane learns to open herself to others, she inspires her mother to get back on her feet.

French director, Hugo de Faucompret infuses enchantment in this short, which has been recognized at San Francisco International Film Festival, The Chicago International Film Festival, and Riga International Film Festival.

Holidays365 International Film Festival™ was created by Holiday Channel® to share original voices and perspectives about global celebrations and traditions. The festival is a heart-warming collection of holiday-themed films, with a focus on cultures, heritage, and traditions. Experience good will all throughout the year, not merely during the holiday season. Make every day a holiday and celebrate festive programming with our streaming platform. We hope our film selections inspire peace and harmony on a global stage.

“From the very moment Holiday Channel® launched in 2019, I knew that we would create a film festival that gave remarkable voice and vision to the myriad ways we celebrate life and the moments and events that truly shape us,” says Holiday Channel® Founder & CEO Reesa Ryder. “Ultimately, we hope this festival helps to amplify the voices of these incredible filmmakers and brings more visibility to the importance of traditions and marking meaningful moments in our lives.”