Florida E-Ticket –‘Seuss Landing at Universal’s Islands of Adventure’– Sept....
This week we take you into the world of Dr. Seuss! Join us inside Seuss Landing at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure.
View ArticleHarry Potter fans pay tribute to John Hurt in Universal’s Wizarding World
Just as day one of this year's A Celebration of Harry Potter ended at Universal Orlando, the world found out that actor John Hurt had passed away.
View ArticleMore Wizarding World of Harry Potter details revealed at private party
Universal hosted a private party which included a tour of the not-yet-open Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Islands of Adventure. Although we weren't able to attend, plenty of new information could...
View ArticleSpoiler-filled look at the new 'Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey' ride...
Warning! If you like to experience new attractions for yourself without knowing much about them, and you’re planning a trip to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, stop reading now. But if you want to...
View ArticleWizarding World of Harry Potter open for previews – on a limited basis
For the past few days, some regular Islands of Adventure park guests have been allowed into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The previews started last week just guests staying at a Universal hotel,...
View ArticlePhoto Update: Another day in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Universal was allowing regular park guests into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter for a few hours again this morning. In fact, even though Islands of Adventure was supposed to open at 9 a.m. this...
View ArticleHarry Potter celebrities rumored to attend Wizarding World opening
Nothing official has been announced by Universal, but rumors are spreading about which stars from the Harry Potter film series will be at the grand opening next Friday. Stars Robbie Coltrane (Hagrid),...
View ArticlePotter lingo and lore you'll want to know before visiting the Wizarding World
If you've been swept up in all the Wizarding World excitement but you don't know a butterbeer from a bludger, we're here to help. Here are some key terms and facts you'll discover in the new island of...
View ArticleStar studded celebration officially opens The Wizarding World of Harry Potter...
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter celebrated its grand opening on Friday, June 18, 2010 with help from some of the Harry Potter movie stars and thousands of excited fans – officially becoming the...
View ArticleFans excited once finally inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter had its official opening on Friday. Hardcore theme park and Harry Potter fans made it in after many hours of long lines through Islands of Adventure and CityWalk....
View ArticleNew Wizarding World merchandise available at the park and online
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal's Islands of Adventure is still very busy. Most mornings guests are lined up just to get into the new area. So it comes as no surprise that Universal...
View ArticleUniversal Orlando raises daily theme park ticket prices
Two days after Disney announced it’s raising its theme park ticket prices, Universal Orlando announced most of their ticket prices are also going up on Aug. 7, 2010. A one day, one park ticket is going...
View ArticleOrganization wants to send two passionate Potter fans to the Wizarding World
Keith Cardin loves visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. He thinks it’s an awesome place for fans to visit, so much so, that he’s trying to raise money for a pair of financially-strapped...
View ArticleMan's weight loss quest to ride Forbidden Journey a success
We were the first to tell you Banks Lee’s story in early June in an article entitled, “Are you too big to ride Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey?”. This young man’s quest to lose enough weight to...
View ArticlePhoto Update: Islands of Adventure – Dinos, Wizarding World and character bands
Let’s start our photo update back in Jurassic Park. Guests can now meet a 10-week-old Triceratops in the Camp Jurassic area. The baby dinosaur moves and blinks her eyes. You can also sometimes see a...
View ArticleStars in the Parks: Travolta and Preston have a wand choose them in the...
Renowned actor and Golden Globe award-winner John Travolta and his wife, actress Kelly Preston, became immersed in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter during their visit to Islands of Adventure at...
View ArticleHarry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride seats modified to fit larger guests
The Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride at Universal’s Islands of Adventure just became a lot more accommodating. As of Sept. 10, 2010, many of the seats on the ride have been modified to fit...
View ArticleFlying to Orlando? You may get to ride on the Harry Potter 1
Is this the new version of the Hogwarts Express? AirTran Airways, and Universal Orlando have teamed up to allow passengers a ride on a one-of-a-kind “Wizarding World of Harry Potter” themed aircraft....
View ArticlePhoto Update: An IAAPA tour through the Wizarding World
Photos and captions by Don Gworek The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo is in town this week and they’re offering a number of theme park tours. Last night, a...
View ArticleGrinch, Macy’s parade, Mannheim Steamroller and a new Holiday Village round...
Universal Orlando is getting ready for the holidays again this year with some favorites returning and a couple of new offerings. The “extra holiday magic” officially starts Dec. 4 and runs through Jan....
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