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For the first time every Universal Orlando has launched an online shop to allow fans to
purchase Wizarding World of Harry Potter merchandise from the comfort of their own homes.
The online shop allows you to visit the same stores available at the Islands of Adventure, Dervish and Banges, Filch’s Emporium, Ollivanders, Owl Post and Zonko’s are all represented.
The online shop can be visited by clicking here – Universal Orlando Online Shop
As we reported yesterday the Rip Ride Rockit is now back open at Universal Orlando, so we thought we’d take the opportunity to recap this great ride.
Riders of the Rip Ride Rockit have access to a touchpad mounted on the lap bar, which allows you to select your own music. Riders can choose their favorite genre – Classic Rock/Metal, Rap/Hip-Hop, Club/Electronica, Pop/Disco or Country – and then pick a song. Each seat is outfitted with individual stereo speakers so guests can rock out to 90 decibels of music – and yet never hear the songs playing for other riders. Your song pick will be the soundtrack to your ride and to a music video you can purchase that uses on- and off-board cameras to mix music, moves and special effects.
Music List
Classic Rock/Metal
Rap/Hip-Hop
Club/Electronica
Pop/Disco
Country
Back in September I blogged about the Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Orlando being closed indefinitely for maintenance.
Well good news Universal Orlando have just tweeted that the ride is back up and fully functional.
Q: How much money does Harry Potter make Universal Orlando?
A: Well some of this question was answered on Friday when Universal Orlando released its quarter 3 results, and what cracking
results they are as well, showing that the popularity of Mr Potter was well worth the Universal outlay.
Attendance increased by 36% for the three months ending Sept. 26 to 3.7 million people over the same period last year! and even more importantly visitors to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter couldn’t get enough of wands, broomsticks and butterbeer, as the company stated revenue was up 62% to $364 million. Operating profit more than doubled to $127 million and net profit rocketed to $97 million, a 162% increase.
Plus on Oprah recently JK Rowling spoke the words that Harry Potter fans and Universal Orlando alike had been waiting for… she might not be quite done with the series!!!…. $$$$$
This year the most eagerly awaited theme park experience had to be The Wizarding World of Harry
Potter at Islands of adventure however with the park being increasingly busy when is the best time to get the most from your tickets?
At its height customers were queuing for up to 7 hours for popular rides like Harry Potter And The Forbidden Journey! Since its opening these waiting times have decreased however the attraction-tickets.info top tip for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is go mid afternoon around 3 pm onwards, if you happen to be going on a day when the park is open past 6pm then wait until then. The cooler climate combined with Theme park fatigue will result in smaller queues…
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The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster at Universal Studios Florida will remain closed indefinitely, it was confirmed on
Monday.
Universal Officials claim that the unscheduled closure has nothing to do with the safety warning from Maurer Sohne, the German steel company that makes the ride’s vehicles. Who stated that the coupling used to hold the vehicle together may not be fatigue endurable.
Universal Orlando said the safety concerns from Maurer Sohne would have been addressed soon after the memo’s release and the ride’s closure was not related to the safety bulletin. However, Maurer Sohne said the repair solution or new design would not be available for two to three months.
Universal closed the attraction last Wednesday and said it was undergoing unrelated maintenance. It said the closure was temporary.
Universal Orlando spokesman Tom Schroder said on Monday that the ride’s extended closure was due to the park’s decision to do annual maintenance on the attraction.
“The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit was operating safely when we closed it for maintenance and it will be operating safely when we reopen it,” said Schroder.
“We don’t forecast when an attraction will reopen from annual maintenance due to the fluid nature of the maintenance work,” Schroder said.
3-Park Bonus Ticket
Experience three of Orlando’s most exciting parks with one ticket. Enjoy admission to Universal Studios Florida® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure® theme parks, the Wet ‘n Wild® – Orlando waterpark, plus all-club access to the live entertainment at Universal CityWalk®, for up to fourteen (14) consecutive days.
Universal Orlando Resort® offers not one, but TWO amazing theme parks side-by-side, non-stop nightlife, and world-class on-site hotels, all within easy walking distance. Jump right into the action of the movies at Universal Studios Florida®, the world’s premier movie and TV-based theme park. Experience the thrills of Universal’s Islands of Adventure®, where legendary stories and best-loved fictional characters come to life on the most innovative rides and attractions ever created. Enjoy live music, dining, dancing, shopping, movies and more at The Entertainment Capital of OrlandoSM,Universal CityWalk® – home of the incomparable Blue Man Group.
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Go beyond the screen and jump into the action of your favourite films and TV shows at the world’s premier movie and TV based theme park. Careen and crash your way through Krustyland in the wild and hilarious The Simpsons Ride™. Experience the fun and excitement of Revenge of the Mummy®, Shrek 4-D™, MEN IN BLACK™ Alien Attack™ and more. Take your music for a rideSM on Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit®, the most interactive and personalized roller coaster ever!
Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Take an unforgettable journey through remarkably themed islands where all your favourite myths, legends, comic books, cartoons and children’s stories come to life. Experience innovative rides, shows and interactive attractions that challenge all your senses, including The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man®, Jurassic Park River Adventure® and The Cat in the Hat™.
Universal CityWalk —The Entertainment Capital of OrlandoSM
Enjoy the best in live music, casual and fine dining, dancing, shopping, movies and more at Universal CityWalk, The Entertainment Capital of OrlandoSM. Enjoy a range of cuisine from Emeril’s® Restaurant Orlando to Jimmy Buffett’s® Margaritaville® and the world’s largest Hard Rock Cafe®. Blue Man Group, of unique live music, unexpected humour, and lots of paint!
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The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride at Universal Islands of Adventure Orlando. On this twin-tracked ride you’ll take a gentle journey high above the colorful rides and attractions of Seuss Landing. One track of the trolley even circles around the inside of Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous™ letting you wave at the guests dining below.
As you wait to board the trolley you’ll follow the wonderful story of the Sneetches™ featuring Sylvester McMonkey McBean™. One track continues the story of the Sneetches, while the other track gives you the ABC’s of Seuss Landing as you pass overhead. It’s great fun for the whole family.
Height to ride – 34″
Top Speed – Slow
Ride Duration – 5 mins
Attraction Tickets Review – One for the kids.
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Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is located at the Islands of Adventure in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter section.
The ride uses new state of the art technology, kuka arms and ends with you soaring above hogwarts.
Height to ride – 48″
Top Speed –
Height reached –
Attraction Tickets Review – It is simply the best ride in the world at present.
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The amazing adventures of Spider-man ride is located in the Islands of Adventure part of
Universal Orlando, Florida.
The Spider-man ride is a 3D, live special effects extravaganza. Which once sampled will leaving you wanting more.
Ever wanted to be Spider-man? Well this is truly the closest you will ever come. Spider-man was the first ever combination of moving, motion-based ride vehicles, 3-D film and live action.
Height to ride – 40″
Top Speed – Its not about speed its about 3D
Height reached – Not really reached but you do drop a simulated 400 feet
Attraction Tickets Review – When I was told about this ride I imagined those rubbish rocking simulators at poor theme parks, this however is nothing like that. Its a thrill from start to finish, when an explosion takes place you feel the heat, when you “fall” I defy you not to put your hands out to break your fall and when you swing with Spider-man you’re truly a superhero. I loved this ride.
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