It is always clear for those of us who have studied wand law that the wand chooses the wizard, although it is not always clear why. Welcome to Ollivanders Wand Shop makers of fine wands since 382 B.C. As you make your way into the small dusty room known as Ollivander Wand Shophe will choose a witch or wizard out of the crowd to receive their first wand. You will … [Read more...]
Harry Potter Robe Review | Are the HP Robes Worth the Price?
One of my favorite souvenirs from the Harry Potter park (other than the Harry Potter wands) are the Harry Potter robes. These robes are house cloaks like the students would wear while attending Hogwarts. These particular robes go well beyond the standard Harry Potter costume robe. We have found the best spots to purchase the Harry Potter robes. These robes are … [Read more...]
Beauxbaton Girls and Durmstrang Boys
The Beauxbaton Girls and Durmstrang Boys perform a Triwizard Tournament Spirit Rally at various times throughout the day at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. It's quite a performance and a favorite among fans, occurring just outside the Hogwart's Castle in the same area that you can also see the Frog Choir perform. Although you only see Beauxbaton girls in the movie and … [Read more...]
Inside Harry Potter Park Stores and More
Everyone wants to see inside the stores at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Not just those of you waiting to go to the new Harry Potter park, but it's clear that those in the park want to see inside the stores, too! They're packed! Universal has made a few changes to help alleviate the crowding -- removing display furniture, opening up secondary cash registers, adding … [Read more...]
Shop for Harry Potter Park Merchandise
Universal Orlando has recently updated their online store to include many of the items available in the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park. The merchandise comes straight from Dervish and Banges, Filch’s Emporium, Ollivanders, and the Owl Post. Now, you can get the Ollivander's wands that are not available in the WB Harry Potter shop, lanyards from Filch's, owl … [Read more...]