Universal Orlando Resort is offering a massive 70% discount that could save certain guests hundreds of dollars. However, there’s one major catch: Not everyone can take advantage of the deal.With theme park vacations becoming increasingly expensive, finding ways to save money at Universal Studios Florida or Islands of Adventure isn’t always easy. Between admission tickets, food, and hotel accommodations, expenses can quickly add up.Now, Universal is offering a select group of visitors the opportunity to enjoy unusually large savings.The discount reaches an impressive 70%, making it one of the more substantial offers currently available at Universal Orlando. But guests hoping to take advantage of it will need to meet one important requirement.Credit: Sarah Larson, Inside the MagicUniversal Orlando Resort Passholders Have Another Reason to CelebrateUniversal Orlando offers several Annual Pass options that provide benefits beyond unlimited visits on eligible dates.Depending on their pass level, Annual Passholders can receive discounts on merchandise, dining, special events, and hotel accommodations throughout the resort.These savings can make a significant difference for frequent visitors, particularly those who regularly purchase souvenirs or enjoy dining inside the theme parks.Premier Passholders receive an especially valuable benefit: Universal Express access after 4 p.m. at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure, subject to applicable restrictions.That perk allows eligible passholders to experience participating attractions through shorter Express queues without purchasing a separate Express Pass.Other Annual Pass benefits may include discounted tickets for special events, exclusive merchandise opportunities, and promotional hotel rates.Of course, the exact benefits depend on the pass purchased, and Universal occasionally introduces additional limited-time offers.One of those opportunities is currently offering passholders an unusually large merchandise discount.Credit: UniversalA Former Universal Orlando Attraction ReplacedUniversal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders have access to a private merchandise store inside Universal Studios Florida, which has recently moved to a new location.The Annual Passholder-exclusive store now occupies space in the former Fast & Furious: Supercharged area.Universal permanently closed the attraction in August 2026, ending its run at Universal Studios Florida. While the former attraction area awaits its next chapter, part of the space is serving a different purpose.Instead of boarding a ride, eligible passholders can browse merchandise available through the exclusive shopping location.And right now, the deals are substantial.Universal Orlando is offering 70% off everything in the Annual Passholder store.That means an item originally priced at $50 would cost approximately $15 before taxes.A $100 merchandise purchase would drop to just $30, creating considerable savings for visitors looking to stock up on souvenirs.The promotion is particularly appealing because the merchandise isn’t necessarily limited to outdated or unwanted products.Some items available at the discounted location are also being sold elsewhere throughout Universal Orlando at their regular retail prices.That creates an interesting situation where passholders can purchase the same merchandise for significantly less simply by visiting the exclusive store.Credit: UniversalThe Price Difference Is Almost Hard to BelieveThe Annual Passholder store offers a wide selection of merchandise, giving eligible visitors plenty of opportunities to take advantage of the discount.Shoppers can find Universal-themed shirts, drinking cups, tumblers, magnets, lanyards, collectible pins, plush toys, figurines, and other souvenirs.There are also toys and additional merchandise that appeal to different age groups.For guests who regularly purchase souvenirs during their Universal Orlando visits, the savings can become substantial.Consider a family purchasing several shirts, a few collectibles, and a couple of drinkware items.At regular theme park prices, that shopping trip could easily cost more than $150.With a 70% discount, a $150 purchase would cost approximately $45 before taxes.However, perhaps the most surprising part of the promotion is the price difference between the Passholder store and other Universal retail locations.During our visit, we purchased a Grinch tumbler for approximately $12.That same tumbler was selling for around $40 at the Cats, Hats, & Things merchandise shop elsewhere in Islands of Adventure.In other words, we saved approximately $28 on a single item.And that’s not an insignificant difference, especially given that the tumbler remains available at its regular price elsewhere in the resort.The promotion also allows passholders to purchase gifts ahead of the holiday season at non-standard theme park merchandise prices.Of course, shoppers should remember that merchandise selection and availability can change, particularly as discounted products sell out.Credit: Sarah Larson, Inside the MagicWhat Universal Orlando Guests Should Know Before VisitingFor Universal Orlando Annual Passholders, the exclusive merchandise store represents another reason to take advantage of their membership.The current 70% discount makes an already exclusive shopping location even more appealing, particularly when identical merchandise is available at significantly higher prices elsewhere in the parks.Guests planning a visit to Universal Studios Florida may want to check the former Fast & Furious: Supercharged location before purchasing souvenirs elsewhere.Universal hasn’t confirmed an end date for the promotion in the information available, so passholders shouldn’t assume the discount will remain indefinitely.For now, eligible visitors can enjoy impressive savings, and our $12 Grinch tumbler shows just how valuable those discounts can be.The post Universal Orlando Confirms Drastic 70% Price Cut at Exclusive Park Location appeared first on Inside the Magic.