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Orlando Theme Parks and How To Choose The Right Package

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A Insiders Guide To Buying The Best Ticket Package For The Orlando Theme Parks

A Insiders Guide To Buying The Best Ticket Package For The Orlando Theme Parks

 

 

Orlando Theme Parks  ~ With so many Orlando theme parks to choose from her in sunny Orlando, Florida, one can be overwhelmed with choices, and to add to that confusion, throw in the hundreds of variations of Disney tickets and the new line of Universal Studios tickets to boot. I think that the first thing one should ask themselves is how many days does ones family want to actually play at the Orlando theme parks. Continue reading →

Universal’s Rip Ride Rockit Coaster To Remain Closed Indefinitely

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After Only 1 Year Universal Studios Rip Ride Rockit Roller Coaster Will Be Closed Indefinatly

After Only 1 Year Universal Studios Rip Ride Rockit Roller Coaster Will Be Closed Indefinitely

 

The Official Ticket Center Inc. ~ Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, the year-old roller coaster at Universal Studios that closed down last week for repairs, will remain shuttered longer than initially expected.

Universal Orlando said today that it has decided to perform the thrill ride’s annual maintenance now while it is already offline. Continue reading →

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey Reaches 1 Million Riders!

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Actor Brendan Fraser was one of 1 Million riders to experience Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey

Actor Brendan Fraser was one of 1 Million riders to experience Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey

According to the Universal Orlando Resort Facebook page, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey has reached 1 million riders in record time.  The newest attraction at Islands of Adventure’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter introduces new robotic arm technology and has guests flying with Harry through elaborate life-like scenes from the famous book series.

Check out this video released by Universal: Continue reading →

Orlando Parks Get Ready For 2010 Halloween Season

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Halloween Time Is A Unique Time For Visitors In Central Florida!

Halloween Time Is A Unique Time For Visitors In Central Florida!

 

It is that time of year again. That time of year we start hearing details about the upcoming Halloween season at the some of the countries top horror events. And quite famous for Halloween events are the Central Florida theme parks. Between Busch Gardens Tampa and Universal Orlando Resort you have two premiere haunting events each year. Let’s also not forget the Not-So-Scary Halloween event at Walt Disney World. Continue reading →

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Review!

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Enjoying some Butterbeer and Pumpkin Juice at WWoHP!

Enjoying some Butterbeer and Pumpkin Juice at WWoHP!

For months, Potterheads and theme park enthusiasts have been following the development of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter closely, as various construction photos and videos have been leaked and as rumors flew around like Golden Snitches.  Universal employees and hotel guests got early sneak peeks a few weeks ago, and for the past couple of weeks, guests lucky enough to be present at Islands of Adventure were able to experience the WWoHP during its soft opening.  I was one of those lucky guests! Continue reading →

Butterbeer and Magic Wands,Universal’s Mouse Ears and Princess Dresses?

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Will butterbeer and magic wands become Universal’s mouse ears and princess dresses?

Will butterbeer and magic wands become Universal’s mouse ears and princess dresses?

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Orlando, FL. ~ For the legions of Harry Potter fans expected to descend on Universal Orlando’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter this summer, riding roller coasters is only part of the draw. Just as important is the ability to sip a butterbeer ($3), sample a chocolate frog ($10) and be outfitted with a magic wand ($29). Continue reading →

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Soft Opens at Islands of Adventure

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Guests get their first up-close sight of Hogwarts Castle. Photo Courtesy of Attractions Magazine.

Guests get their first up-close sight of Hogwarts Castle. Photo Courtesy of Attractions Magazine.

Universal Orlando Resort has begun allowing regular park guests, or Muggles, to venture into the magical Wizarding World of Harry Potter, located at Islands of Adventure.  Last week, only Universal hotel guests were let in to the WWoHP, but starting on Tuesday, general IoA park guests have been admitted into the new addition each morning for a couple hours.

With less than two weeks to go before the Grand Opening on June 18th, the soft openings and continued release of photos and videos are truly amping up the anticipation!  (The new WWoHP billboards on Interstate 4 are awesome!)  In fact, our Wizarding World of Harry Potter page on our website went live yesterday, and we are extrememly excited to be the discount ticket provider for Muggles all over the world! Continue reading →

Orlando Attractions Magazine – Tons of Wizarding World Videos!

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Attractions Magazine has posted a ton of videos from within Wizarding World of Harry Potter, which is opening for Universal Orlando Hotel guests this week.  WWoHP is set to open at Islands of Adventure on June 18th and will be included with general park admission and with your purchase of Discount Islands of Adventure Tickets.

Check out this video of a boy being chosen by a wand at Ollivanders, and many more on the Attractions Magazine YouTube Channel!

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Opens for Hotel Package Guests

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Photo Courtesy of Chris Nash and Attractions Magazine

Photo Courtesy of Chris Nash and Attractions Magazine

Universal Orlando Resort hotel package holders lined up outside the Wizarding World of Harry Potter this morning, awaiting the chance to be some of the first Muggles (non-magical folk) to walk the streets of Hogsmeade Village.  Guests who booked the WWoHP Vacation Package received early admission into the highly anticipated addition at Islands of Adventure – guests who did not book the package will have to wait for the grand opening on June 18th. 

Tons of photos and videos have been taken and posted on Twitter and Facebook fan pages, as well as on our affiliate site – Orlando Attractions Magazine.  Check out some of my favorites below: Continue reading →

Wizarding World of Harry Potter – #potterwatch on Twitter

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@kcardin09 "Same old story at gates. #potterwatch I'm on duty here another hr http://twitpic.com/1rbfpq "

@kcardin09 "Same old story at gates. #potterwatch I'm on duty here another hr http://twitpic.com/1rbfpq "

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter officially opens its gates in a mere 23 days at Islands of Adventure at the Universal Orlando Resort.  As such, Potterheads and Orland theme park enthusiasts are going a bit wonky with the anticipation!  I, for one, have already downloaded a countdown widget for my computer, I have Universal employees on standy-by to let me know if they hear about any soft openings, and I purposefully didn’t pack my Gryffindor house tie and wand, on the off chance that I’ll get a chance to to see WWoHP before I move in June. 

Potter fans have turned to Twitter and Facebook to stay up-to-date with all of the WWoHP news and rumors. Continue reading →