Universal celebrates one-year of Potter with a special moment in the...
By Darcie Vance Today, Universal Orlando Resort celebrated the one-year anniversary of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at 9:23 a.m. – the exact time The Wizarding World of Harry Potter opened on...
View ArticleOrlando Attractions Magazine – The Show, Episode 30 for June 23, 2011
June 23, 2011 – Join hosts JD Trussell and Jessica Steele Allen as they bring you the latest Orlando theme park and attraction news and more on this week’s episode....
View ArticleStars in the Parks: M. Night Shyamalan’s wand chooses him
Screenwriter, film director and producer M. Night Shyamalan visited Olivanders Wand Shop today to check out the wands and other merchandise in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands...
View ArticleStars in the Parks: Luna Lovegood and Pansy Parkinson actresses visit...
Irish actresses Scarlett Byrne and Evanna Lynch, known for their roles as Pansy Parkinson and Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter film series, stopped to try on a pair of Spectrespecs at Dervish &...
View ArticleTravel company offering a special Orlando event for Harry Potter fans
Since their start in 2004, HP Fan Trips has taken Harry Potter fans to Britain and Scotland, offering unique opportunities such as private parties at Edinburgh Castle, exclusive rides on the cars from...
View Article‘Significant expansion’ announced for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Not many details have been announced yet, but Warner Bros. Entertainment and Universal Parks and Resorts have announced a ‘Significant expansion’ for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal...
View ArticleAerial view of the Jaws and Wizarding World areas at Universal
We have a video showing a unique view from the air of construction of the former Amity Island/Jaws area at Universal Studios and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Blueprints have also been found...
View ArticleHarry Potter conference returning to Orlando this July – Tickets available...
Ascendio and their “Night of a Thousand Wizards” are returning to Universal Orlando Resort this July 12 through 15, 2012. Ascendio, dubbed as Infinitus in 2010, is a Harry Potter conference (or...
View ArticleWizarding World of Harry Potter to open at Universal Studios Japan
Universal recently announced they will be bringing the magic of Harry Potter to Japan by building their own version of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Japan. Scheduled to open...
View ArticleStars in the Parks: ‘Victorious’ cast enjoys the Wizarding World
The cast of Nickelodeon’s hit TV series, “Victorious,” visited The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure on June 8, 2012. The group rode the family-friendly coaster,...
View ArticleStill time to sign up for Ascendio, Harry Potter convention coming to...
If you love all things Harry Potter then the place to be in July is Ascendio, the follow-up to 2010’s Infinitus at Universal Orlando. They’re planning a full convention with costume experiences,...
View ArticleAmusement Musings: To experience life among wizards and witches
By Elizabeth de Graaf My Hogwarts letter was safely stowed in my bag – my owl was hooting beside me, and I was anxious for my day to start. OK, I didn’t have a letter or an owl, but I was still on my...
View ArticleRide-along on the Dragon Challenge roller coaster at Wizarding World of Harry...
Our ride along series returns to Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Dragon Challenge is two separate but intertwined roller coasters at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The Chinese Fireball dragon...
View ArticlePhoto Update: Construction progresses up at Universal Studios – but for what?
Join us as we take a walk through Universal Studios Florida, stopping to take note of what’s changed and what’s coming. The outside of the Element store in CityWalk received a facelift. It’s hard to...
View ArticlePhoto Update: Transformers and rumored Grignotts Bank coaster buildings being...
Construction continues on the recently announced Transformers: The Ride attraction and the former Jaws area, rumored to be a Wizarding World of Harry Potter London area including a Grignotts Bank...
View ArticleAttractions – The Show – Dec. 13, 2012 – New Fantasyland and Test Track...
Join hosts J.L. Knopp and Banks Lee as they bring you a special New Fantasyland edition of the show, plus this week’s theme park and attraction news and more. On this week’s episode: • Giggle Gang...
View ArticleFive-millionth Butterbeer served at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Universal Orlando Resort recently celebrated the five-millionth Butterbeer served within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. One thousand guests were given complimentary Butterbeers to mark the...
View ArticleUniversal survey reveals new details about Wizarding World of Harry Potter...
Universal recently sent out a survey asking former guests their opinions on some details recently announced about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter expansion. Sean at Parkscope.net took part in the...
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Peyton Manning becomes vacation quarterback in new Universal Parks & Resorts...
Peyton Manning becomes the vacation coach we never knew we needed in an all-new Universal Parks & Resorts commercial that will air during this year’s Super Bowl. In the ad, Manning coaches families...
View ArticleHarry Potter conference returning to Orlando this July – Tickets available...
Ascendio and their “Night of a Thousand Wizards” are returning to Universal Orlando Resort this July 12 through 15, 2012. Ascendio, dubbed as Infinitus in 2010, is a Harry Potter conference (or...
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