Universal – No News about Wizarding World of Harry Potter

We are already in the last two weeks of January and still no definite opening date for Universal’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Inside the Islands of Adventure theme park, guests can plainly see that the construction is well underway, and should make the spring deadline. The new area is being closely watched by avid fans of the Harry Potter series, and everyone is waiting

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Orlando Vacations – Saving Money by Bringing Your Own Lunch

Let’s face it- theme parks can be expensive. But the biggest expense is, surprisingly, not always the admission tickets- it’s what you buy inside the parks that start hurting your wallet. I covered the largest in-park expense before- bottled water. This time I’ll comer the second biggest expense and ways to save money.

The second biggest expense, hands down, is eating at the theme parks.

It isn’t

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Universal Orlando – Wizarding World of Harry Potter Now Hiring

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is looking for employees. Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park is now hiring employees to work at the newest island, Universal recently announced. The new land will need its own crew of witches and wizards to man rides and work the restaurants and shops, among other activities- and it‘s no surprise to anyone that it may need more employees

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Universal’s Harry Potter – Hogwarts Photos

Time for a peek at some photos of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter‘s Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! One of our employees recently went to Universal’s Islands of Adventure and snapped a bunch of gorgeous photos of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in construction; I picked out three of my favorites for today’s post. The Hogwarts castle is going to

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Orlando Vacations – How To Get the Best Out Of Your Orlando Vacation

Are you getting the most from your Orlando vacation? You’ve done your research, and looked on our main site to find out which parks are best for you and your family; perhaps you’ve decided to go to both Disney World and Universal Orlando during your stay here to maximize your experience.

Could you have picked too much to do in too few days?

Say that you picked

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Universal Escape Orlando – The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – details

All those still waiting for their acceptance letter to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry – rejoice! The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is the newest addition to Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure theme park, and is sure to bring a magical world to life. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter was announced in 2007, and Universal has gone to

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Universal Orlando – The Harry Potter Mood

As we all know, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is scheduled to open at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in a few months (exact date unknown). Even with higher ticket prices, fans are sure to swarm the doors on opening day. Are you going to be one of those fans?

To make sure you’re in the mood for a day in Harry Potter land, we have

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Universal Orlando – Universal Raises Ticket Prices

Universal Orlando recently raised the price of its 2-park 7-day ticket from $99 to $170 (adult price). Reports state that Universal is following a popular ticketing structure in which more days cost less money. This is designed to drive visitors to spend more time at Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and Citywalk- which does not charge admission and is located as a walkway between both

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Universal’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Calling all Harry Potter fans- Universal Orlando’s newest addition, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, is set to open inside the Islands of Adventure theme park in just a few months, although the date has not yet been released. The new world features amazingly detailed construction of the Hogwarts castle, as well as Hogsmeade, several book-famous shops and restaurants, and much more.

The Hogwarts castle will

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Orlando Vacations – Manners Please! Part 2

In my last post, I covered manners for shows. This time let’s focus on a similar phenomenon: loss of common sense during parades.

As a little girl, adults always let me in front of them to watch my favorite Disney or Universal characters during parades. These days I watch children struggling to see because an entitled stranger refuses to allow them in front. Now, there’s no

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