Yesterday, Universal Studios Hollywood debuted an interactive preview and virtual tour of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter the spring 2016 opening draws near. With just one click, “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” comes to life, transforming computer screens...
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Guest Blog: Inside Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
My friend (and Coaster101 reader) Clint Hannah is currently studying abroad in the United Kingdom, and recently took a visit to “The Making of Harry Potter” tour at Warner Bros. Studios in London. I asked him if he wouldn’t mind...
Continue reading...Q&A With Seth Kubersky, Author of “The Unofficial Guide To Universal Orlando”
Last month, The Unofficial Guides released The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando, their first dedicated guidebook for Universal Orlando Resort. (I’ve got my copy, and it’s AWESOME!) We caught up with author Seth Kubersky to talk about his new book, and he...
Continue reading...Wizarding World at Universal Studios Hollywood Countdown Begins
Harry Potter fans on the West Coast, rejoice. Universal Studios Hollywood today announced that “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will open in the spring of 2016. Today’s announcement also included details about the new land’s signature attraction: Harry Potter...
Continue reading...Climer and Fehland Take Orlando Recap
If you follow us on Twitter, you may have seen some new faces last week. Coaster101 readers Kelsey Climer and Paige Fehland tweeted their week-long adventure at Universal Studios and Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Below, see some of...
Continue reading...Universal Theme Park and Resort Planned for Beijing
In a press release today, Comcast NBCUniversal, parent company of Universal Parks and Resorts announced the approval of a new Universal Theme Park to be built in Beijing. Development of a world-class Universal theme park in Beijing has been approved...
Continue reading...Coasters-101: Escape from Gringotts Secrets Revealed
Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts ride recently opened at Universal Studios Florida to massive praise, frequent breakdowns, and seven hour plus wait times. The completely immersive experience seamlessly combines giant physical sets with massive projection screens. Edge blending techniques...
Continue reading...Diagon Alley Opens at Universal Studios Florida
Today is the big day for Harry Potter (and Universal Studios) fans. After years of construction, speculation and patience, Universal Orlando Resort officially opened The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida this morning. Confetti,...
Continue reading...Harry Potter Escape from Gringotts Details Revealed
Although the official opening date for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida is yet to be determined, Universal has released exciting new details about the new area’s flagship attraction: Harry Potter and the Escape...
Continue reading...Universal Hollywood’s Five Years of New Attractions
Universal Studios Hollywood is in middle of an exciting five-year transformation and expansion designed to position it as the “#1 tourist destination in Los Angeles.” The makeover began in 2012 with the opening “Transformers: The Ride—3D” and will end in...
Continue reading...Universal Orlando Reveals Diagon Alley Details
Harry Potter fans, rejoice. Universal Orlando today divulged exciting new details about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley, which will open this summer at Universal Studios. Just like in the Potter books and films, guests will be able...
Continue reading...Universal Orlando: The Unofficial Story
Universal Orlando: The Unofficial Story is the ultimate book about the creation and development of the Universal Orlando Resort. Relive the history of the resort from conception through the present day including all the bumps in the road along the...
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