Category: Universal / Sea World

  • Wizarding World of Harry Potter grand opening leaked!!

    From DISboards.com A page on the Universal Orlando site (which has now been changed) inadvertently leaked the grand opening date for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure. Here’s what was displayed, before it was taken down: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey On Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey…

  • The Pangani Forest Exploration Trail in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

    I am lucky enough to live very close to Walt Disney World. So I get to pop in and out of the parks frequently. The other day I decided to visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Every time I walk through the gates of the Harambee Village it reminds me of the trips I took as a…

  • Disney World Fans: Will you go see Harry Potter at Universal?

    It’s a question that I am sure both Disney and Universal want to know the answer to. Will Disney fans take time away from Mickey to see Harry? There is a great thread on our discussion forums asking this exact question, and I’m not surprised by some of the answers. While it’s full of mixed…

  • Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Super Bowl ad

    During the Saints-Colts Super Bowl game this Sunday, Feb 7, viewers will get a sneak peek at the new 20-acre Harry Potter attraction that’s scheduled to open at Universal Orlando this Spring. Inspired by J.K. Rowling’s compelling stories and characters –  The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure will provide visitors…

  • Animation Academy at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

    If you are looking to do something different the next time you visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios I have a suggestion for you. Take some time to enjoy the Magic of Animation and the Animation Academy.

  • Good Pizza at WDW – I’ll believe it when I taste it

    Walt Disney World has announced that they will be opening a new pizzeria at the Italy pavilion in Epcot later this year.  Operated by the Patina Group, the new pizzeria will seat 300 in a restaurant with “Florentine architecture”. In fairness, let me say that I think the Patina group generally does a good job…

  • It’s A Wonderful (Correspondent’s) Life

    I know, I know, it’s cliche to write the year-end retrospective article around New Year’s.  However, I can’t help it.  It’s my nature as a scientist to analyze, evaluate, and reflect, and it’s amazing to think about all the different experiences I’ve squeezed into 2009.  There were trips to Disneyland, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, Universal…