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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is bound to be a hit this summer at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. There are two entrances into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, each one connected to a different land (this is true for the entire park, though- it goes in a circle). The area is full of small details that visitors will be able to spot as Continue reading Universal’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter – New Ride Details Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcomed a new addition to the elephant family a few days ago. The little girl doesn’t have a name yet. She’s the second calf born to her mother, Donna, who gave birth to another female calf in 2005 named Nadirah. Disney’s Animal kingdom’s Kilimanjaro Safari is now home to eight females and five males, fifteen elephants altogether. The average gestation period for Continue reading Disney’s Animal Kingdom – New Addition The heat is on- literally! Summer may not be officially here, but it’s certainly already hot enough to feel like it is. And guess what- the temperature will only rise until mid-June. Orlando summers can feel as hot as 100 degrees! So what’s a tourist to do? The best water park in Orlando- and the newest- is Sea World’s Aquatica water park. Whimsical, beautiful, and state-of-the-art, Continue reading Orlando – Beat the Heat at Aquatica Water Park Universal Escape Orlando has always had plenty to do beyond the two amazing theme parks- Mardi Gras, concerts, night club events, parties, and more. This summer, check out the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal’s newest addition! Modeled after the hit book series by J. K. Rowling (which spawned the famous Harry Potter movie craze), Universal is building a whole ‘land’ in Islands of Adventure Continue reading Universal Escape Orlando – Plenty To See and Do This Summer at Universal! Even after living in Orlando for years, the magic of Disney World has yet to leave my family. A great many of our old and new memories involve the theme parks or surrounding areas. When I was very young, my parents used to take my little sister and me to Disney World after school. They’d pick us up and we’d go directly to Magic Kingdom, Continue reading Disney World – Make Memories I cannot wait for the new Fantasyland expansion that’s scheduled at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! It seems that there is often something new popping up here in Orlando, Florida- the most recent few being SeaWorld’s Aquatica theme park, Universal’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter opening next month, and Disney World’s Fantasyland expansion plans due to be completed 2012-2013. Cinderella will be seen in her old home Continue reading Disney World – New Attractions Coming 2012 Disney World and Universal have always been two ‘warring’ theme park giants here in Orlando. When one comes up with something, the other is sure to follow- including ticket price changes, fast passes, summer events, and more. Universal’s latest project is the upcoming opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, to be added to Islands of Adventure’s many themed areas. Based on the popular books Continue reading Orlando Vacations – Wizarding World vs Fantasyland Expansion Meanwhile, Disney will be trying out a new form of waiting in line- Dumbo the Flying Elephant usually has far too long lines for such a short ride (90 seconds). Nobody wants to spend their Disney vacation waiting around in the heat, right? Along with the planned expansion of Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park’s Fantasyland area- which will add new attractions, as well as many Continue reading Disney World – Magic Kingdom Expansion At the end of last year, rumors that Disney World’s Magic Kingdom was undergoing a Fantasyland expansion were officially confirmed. With completion scheduled for 2012 and 2013, the Fantasyland is being DOUBLED in size and will include more chances for Disney fans to meet and interact with their favorite Disney Princesses- Cinderella, Ariel, Belle, and Sleeping Beauty. And by ‘interact’ I don’t mean just a Meet Continue reading Disney World – Fantasyland Expansion You’re here in Orlando. The kids have a sitter, or you didn’t bring any young ones this time around. You’ve already been to CityWalk countless times during your Orlando vacation and you’re ready for some fun. It’s time to party with the locals! Every Monday night at BackBooth, a small bar downtown, there’s an underground party called Crush. It’s been around for almost 6 years and Continue reading Orlando Vacations – Party at Crush |
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