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Harry Potter Stars Visit Wizarding World of Harry Potter!

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Harry Potter Stars Robbie Coltrane, Matthew Lewis, Emma Watson, and James & Oliver Phelps in Hogsmeade Village

Harry Potter Stars Robbie Coltrane, Matthew Lewis, Emma Watson, and James & Oliver Phelps in Hogsmeade Village

Universal Orlando Resort welcomed some of the Harry Potter film stars yesterday to preview the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  Robbie Coltrane (Hagrid), Matt Lewis (Neville), Emma Watson (Hermione), and James & Oliver Phelps (Fred & George) were invited to walk the streets of Hogsmeade Village, check out the shops and restaurants, and taste Butterbeer for the first time! 

Check out these photos and video, courtesy of our pals over at Attractions Magazine. Continue reading →

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Preview Party!

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The Orlando International Pow Wow 2010 special event was held at WWoHP!

The Orlando International Pow Wow 2010 special event was held at WWoHP!

Universal Studios Orlando Resort hosted a special evening event for attendees of the Orlando International Pow Wow 2010.  The annual conference brings together travel and media professionals to see what new and exciting things the central Florida area has to offer.

According to Inside the Magic, the event took place within the Wizarding World of Harry Potter (WWoHP – those bloody lucky prats!) and attendees got the chance to walk through much of Hogsmeade Village, take a trip through part of the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey queue line inside of Hogwarts Castle, and got to ride on the Dragon Challenge roller coaster (formerly Dueling Dragons) and Flight of the Hippogriff (formerly the Flying Unicorn.)  Check out these new photos and details: Continue reading →

Universal Studios Singapore – Video Preview

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Universal Studios Singapore Grand Opening Celebration

Universal Studios Singapore Grand Opening Celebration

Universal Studios Singapore (USS) recently celebrated its Grand Opening this past March.  The park boasts some of the more popular elements from Universal Studios Orlando, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Islands of Adventure.  The new Universal theme park also includes never-before seen lands and attractions

Orlando Sentinel occasional correspondent Don has posted a video that he took during the soft opening of the Universal Studios Singapore theme park. It’s fun to see almost-familiar attractions in different settings, from as small as Finnegans to as large as Revenge of the Mummy or Jurassic Park. Take a look: Continue reading →

Wizarding World of Harry Potter – New Photo Released – The Hog’s Head

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WWoHP Hog's Head

*FINALLY* Universal Studios Orlando has confirmed that there will, in fact, be an animatronic hog’s head mounted on the wall at the Hog’s Head Pub.  We heard rumors about this months ago, but never received official word until now.  All of these little tidbits keep building anticipation for the June 18th grand opening of Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Islands of Adventure – I am all aquiver!

Wizarding World of Harry Potter – May Photo Update!

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The view of Hogwarts castle and Hogsmeade Village from across the lake, upon first entering Islands of Adventure
The view of Hogwarts castle and Hogsmeade Village from across the lake, upon first entering Islands of Adventure

 

The Grand Opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter (WWoHP) is fast approaching, with June 18th being just over a month away.  This past week, we ventured to Islands of Adventure at the Universal Orlando Resort to check out the construction progress.  The attention to detail within Hogsmeade Village is utterly magical, and uber Potterheads are sure to be awed the moment they pass under the impressive archway.

Check out our photo update: Continue reading →

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Construction Update

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Construction is still very much underway at Hogsmeade Village

Construction is still very much underway at Hogsmeade Village

Attractions Magazine has posted their final (probably) construction update of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, set to open June 18th at Islands of Adventure.  The theme park blog has posted numerous photos, taken from the current Lost Continent area and the Dueling Dragons queue line and ride.  They’ve also posted a video of the construction update, posted below. Continue reading →

Universal Studios Orlando Resorts Offer Mother’s Day Brunch

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Treat Mom to a Mother's Day Brunch at Portofino Bay Hotel

Treat Mom to a Mother's Day Brunch at Portofino Bay Hotel

Celebrate Mother’s Day at one of the world-class hotels at Universal Orlando Resort! On Sunday, May 9, each hotel’s signature restaurant will feature a brunch that includes all of Mom’s favorites prepared by world renowned chefs.   With the money you’ll save purchasing Discount Universal Studios Tickets, treat Mom on her special day by adding on a dining experience!  Continue reading →

Universal Studios Summer Concert Series

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Summer Concert Series Logo

Fire up your summer at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida! On Saturday nights, you can catch some of music’s biggest stars in the Summer Concert Series (June 12–July 17). Only here will you find Train, Pitbull, Rob Thomas, and more performing live!

The Summer Concert Series is included with general park admission and with your purchase of Discount Universal Studios Tickets. Continue reading →

City Walk at Universal Studios Orlando – May 2010 Calendar

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City Walk at Universal Studios Orlando

UNIVERSAL CITY WALK CALENDAR AND VENUE ENTERTAINMENT – MAY 2010

**SPECIAL EVENTS**

Reggae Celebration Featuring the Original Wailers at Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Saturday, May 15th ~ 4PM – Close
– Live music all night
– Drink and authentic food specials
– Caribbean merchandise vendors
– Free admission until 6pm

 

General admission (after 6pm):  $15 plus tax
VIP admission:  $25 plus tax (includes private upstairs access, more drink specials and light appetizer buffet) Continue reading →

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Grand Opening Invitation!

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The Hogwarts "trunk" we received with our invitation inside!

The Hogwarts "trunk" we received with our invitation inside!

Universal Studios Orlando sent us invitations to the Grand Opening party of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter!!  You can only imagine our extreme excitement.  As we all know by now, the WWoHP is set to open June 18th at Islands of Adventure.  As you can see above, we received a box that looks a lot like a smaller version of the Hogwarts trunks the students use in the movies.  Inside, there was a letter sealed with a wax stamp (featuring the Wizarding World logo.)  We were all aquiver!  Continue reading →