There is so much to take in when you walk through the brick wall into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley. My little witches and wizards were ready to start making magic as soon as we got there. Why? Because Universal Orlando Resort had invited us down to experience one of the hidden gems—Shutterbutton’s Photography Studio. This special experience is … [Read more...]
Universal Orlando Rainy Day Activities
Given the recent rainstorms in Central Orlando, here is an update to our prior post on rainy day activities at Universal Orlando. Visiting the Universal Orlando theme parks during hurricane season or even during a late day passing thunderstorm in Central Florida? No worries! Your long awaited vacation to Universal Orlando is NOT ruined! The crowds are much lighter during the … [Read more...]
Top 3 Photo Opportunities at Universal Studios Florida
Top 3 Photo Opportunities at Universal Studios Florida From Universal Studios Florida to Islands of Adventure, there are plenty of great photo opportunities at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. You’ve seen the iconic Universal Globe from multiple angles, the fiery breath of the Ukrainian Ironbelly in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley, and every twist … [Read more...]
Choose a Wand at Ollivanders in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Ollivanders™: Makers of Fine Wands since 382 BC A great souvenir for any Harry Potter fan is a wand, a wizard's most important tool. A one of a kind experience can be found at Ollivanders where a wand can choose a wizard! Ollivanders is your one stop shop for wands in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. You can purchase your own unique Ollivanders wand, a Harry Potter … [Read more...]
Gilly Water at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Did you know that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando sells its own unique water? That's right, they do. It is called Gilly Water. For non-Harry Potter fans, Gilly Water comes straight from the books and films. You can find Gilly Water throughout the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at both Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade. What is Gilly Water? Gilly … [Read more...]