A brand-new Annual Passholder lounge is having its soft opening before the official May 1 debut, and we have arrived for a sneak peek. This spot is located in the Toon Lagoon area of Islands of Adventure, occupying the former Betty Boop shop.

The New Annual Passholder Lounge

The doors swing open at 11 a.m. with Team Members ready to greet guests at an entrance podium. Hours may be subject to change once the lounge officially opens next month.

As its title suggests, the space is exclusive to passholders only, who can relax on couches and chairs in the lounge, charge electronic devices, pick up magnets or other perks, stock up and drinks and snacks, and shop for merchandise whilst in the air-conditioned room.

A large portion of the apparel and merchandise displayed is specifically branded for annual passholders, or UOAPs.

Soft drinks, Powerade, candy, and freestyle cups are among the refreshments on offer.

A myriad of clever signs and references are also featured:

The previous lounge at Universal Studios Florida closed December 31 last year.

Watch our video tour of the new UOAP lounge below.

Universal Pass Information

For anyone interested in purchasing an annual pass for the two theme parks, the resort currently offers four different types.

• Premier: unlimited park-to-park access with early park admission, Universal Express after 4 p.m., free valet or prime parking, one free admission to Halloween Horror Nights, and various other discounts. $789.99 is the full price, or monthly with a down payment of $420.67.
• Preferred: unlimited park-to-park access with early park admission, free general parking, and various other discounts. $529.99 is the full price, or monthly with a down payment of $282.23.
• Power: park-to-park access with select blockout dates, 50% off general parking after first visit, and some discounts. $374.99 is the full price, or monthly with a down payment of $199.69.
• Seasonal: park-to-park admission with numerous blockout dates and some discounts. $324.99 is the full price, or monthly with a down payment of $173.06.

All of these passes are available with the Volcano Bay water theme park added for an additional fee, and all include access to the lounge.

What do you think of this added benefit for annual passholders? Will you be visiting soon? Let us know in the comments.

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