The CEO of Universal Destinations & Experiences said hopes are high that the new Epic Universe theme park in Orlando set to open next year will extend visitor stays from three or four days to a full week as a new destination for families with kids age eight and above – Universal’s target demo.
That would be huge. Epic “will take us to next level,” he told investors at a BoFA media conference today. Epic will be the company’s third park in Orlando.
Four themed lands surrounding a central hub, it is rising with the most advanced technology of any Universal park, he said, including next-generation robotics, drone technology and a facial recognition system to ensure guests a “frictionless” experience.
With Epic likely to drive visitors, and boost the park’s market share, Comcast-owned NBCU is adding thousands of hotel rooms.
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