Category: Universal Orlando
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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…
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Holidays around Orlando: Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort started their Holiday celebrations December 5, 2009. Both parks have plenty of activities for the family. Our favorite park is Universal Studios so we headed there on Saturday to see the Macy’s Holiday Parade and the Holiday Concert Series.
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A different view of traveling to the “World”
I just got back from an awesome trip to Orlando, and thought I would write about my experience with Amtrak and Mears Transportation. My previous wheelchair was damaged by the airlines, so I have decided not to travel by myself on an airplane until Mobility Air begins flying. My current wheelchair has greatly increased my…
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Coaster Review: Universal’s New Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit
Shhhhhh, be vewy vewy qwiet, there’s a new roller coaster in town. That’s what it felt like as I walked up to Universal Studios’ new roller coaster Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. No screams of joy, no squeals, no excitement… I’ve never heard of a roller coaster not causing screams of pleasure or terror. Even the…