Universal Park Turns Away Guests Seeking Admission With Any Kind of Currency; New Procedure in Effect

Universal Park Turns Away Guests Seeking Admission With Any Kind of Currency; New Procedure in Effect

Universal Orlando Resort will soon stop accepting currency from international countries, including the US dollar, as part of a major operational change. Credit: Thomas Hawk, Flickr The Magic of a Perfect Park Day Comes With Expectations There’s something uniquely freeing about a day at a theme park water oasis. No schedules. No stress. Just sunshine, tropical music, and the sound of rushing water echoing across winding paths. At Universal Orland…

Universal Orlando No Longer Accepting Currency as Form of Payment for Park Entrance

Theme parks are built on promises. Promises of escape, of ease, of carefully curated magic where the real world melts away the moment guests pass through the gates. For decades, a visit to a destination like Universal Orlando Resort has meant freedom—freedom to ride, eat, explore, and enjoy without thinking too hard about logistics. That’s especially true at Universal’s Volcano Bay, the park that prides itself on immersion. From its lush tropica…

Universal Announces Volcano Bay Going 100% Cashless Soon

Universal Orlando Resort has announced that the Volcano Bay water park will soon become 100% cashless. All purchases made within the park will need to be completed with credit or debit cards, or other cashless options. Here’s the latest, including when the change will take effect. Volcano Bay Going 100% Cashless Universal Orlando Resort has announced that Volcano Bay will become a 100% cashless experience beginning February 25, 2026. All purcha…

Volcano Bay Going Cashless Later This Month at Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando's Volcano Bay water theme park is jumping on an industry trend by going completely cashless – a change that will happen later this month.What's Happening:Universal Orlando has announced that Volcano Bay will soon become a cashless experience – with the goal to create an even more seamless visit...