Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort Black Friday offer!
Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort Black Friday offer! Offer valid for Bookings: 11/28/14 – 12/1/14 Offer valid for Travel: [...]
Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort Black Friday offer! Offer valid for Bookings: 11/28/14 – 12/1/14 Offer valid for Travel: [...]
The Universal Orlando Resort is the place to be! With the brand new expansion of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, new attractions such as Transformers and Despicable Me, and old favorites like ET, Jurassic Park, Spiderman, and the Mummy; there really is something for everyone at the Universal Orlando Resort. Not to mention some amazing entertainment and cuisine including 4 new restaurants at Universal’s City Walk. Before you plan your visit, you will want to decide what kind of tickets and options you want for your Universal Orlando visit. Here is a quick overview of the ticket options. “Single [...]
The Wand is a very important part of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. It is a rite of passage for every student; it becomes an integral part of their life as much as their cloak or uniform! The wand is the wizard’s technology; it embodies your membership in the wizarding world; and it’s uniquely yours. Because the wand is so significant in this world of Harry Potter, there is no wonder that Universal brought this experience to life! This interactive experience was built into the new Diagon Alley and renovated into Hogsmeade’s Village. It is a simple technology of [...]
My family’s take of Rip Ride Rockit – Universal Studios My family eagerly rushed to the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster at Universal Studios. My family rates this high-speed roller coaster an overall fun roller coaster experience. When you get in line for this exciting ride, you will notice large screen displays that provide instructions for this ride. We quickly realized that you get to pick your own song to listen to while riding this roller coaster. Be sure to pay attention to these instructions because you do not have long to make your song selections after boarding this [...]
My family’s take of Incredible Hulk at Islands of Adventure You can hear the screams from people riding the Incredible Hulk outdoor roller coaster when you enter Marvel Super Hero Island at Islands of Adventure. At first site of this roller coaster, my heart did a somersault and I knew this green twisting metal would not disappoint. My family rates this high-speed roller coaster by far as one of the most thrilling roller coasters in Orlando. When you get in line for this exciting ride, you will enter Dr. Bruce Banner’s science laboratory. You will watch videos to discover that [...]
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter brings to life two famous eating establishments of the Wizarding World: The Three Broomsticks and The Leaky Cauldron! Here’s what you need to know! The Three Broomsticks The Three Broomstick was a popular gathering establishment where Harry and his friends would meet to talk over a Butterbeer. It became a place for various meetings throughout Harry’s history at Hogwart such as when he met Hagrid to learn about the dragons in the Triwizard Tournament or when he, Ron and Hermione met to discuss Lord Voldemort. For you and your family, it will be the [...]
From Harry’s initial introduction as he shops for his first year school supplies to his many visits with his friends throughout the years, Diagon Alley is essential to the story of Harry Potter. If you will love the books and movies, you will enjoy the world of London and Diagon Alley that Universal has recreated! With so much to see and do, I have four must do’s to make your Diagon Alley visit a magical experience! 1. Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringott’s The Story: Gringotts Wizarding Bank is the only bank of the wizarding world! This experience begins [...]
As we’ve already discussed, staying on property at the Universal Resort is the best way to fully experience everything the Universal Resort has to offer. The perks include early park admission to Wizarding World of Harry Potter, resorts walking distance from both parks, merchandise delivery, Universal Express Unlimited and many other great advantages. When you arrive at Loews Royal Pacific Resort, you’ll be instantly transported to the South Seas. The property includes lush landscaping, a white sandy beach and a lagoon style swimming pool. You’ll also find Emeril’s unique and exotic restaurant Tchoup Chop and weekly luaus! There are 1000 [...]
You may be thinking that Universal Orlando is a perfect place to take your older teenagers, and you’re right… but did you know, there are fun things for ALL ages at this park? You can take the whole family and have a great time here! The very youngest ones will have a great time in Woody Woodpecker’s Kid Zone, with rides like: A Day in the Park with Barney – a sing along show with Barney, BJ, and Baby Bop, with all your toddler’s favorite songs and a chance to meet Barney after the show! E.T. Adventure – ride a [...]
Universal Islands of Adventure is home to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade Village as well as 6 other islands each with its own theme, multiple attractions and dining options. Islands of Adventure has more thrill rides than Universal Studios, so be sure to check the height requirements prior to your visit. There are even really cool height testers outside the entrance to the park. Both parks offer child swap programs that allow one member of a party with a small child to wait with that child, in a very nice waiting area, while the rest of the [...]