Universal Orlando Resort Updates
New! Invitation Received for World of Harry Potter Diagon Alley VIP Preview: We are happy to report that we’ve received an owl post containing our invitation to World of Harry Potter Diagon Alley VIP Preview on Jun 20th! We will be sure to share photos and video from the event! New! Gringotts Dragon Delivered and Set Up: This week, the dragon which will be seen atop Gringotts Bank in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Diagon Alley arrived and was installed. It’s been covered with a screen, but there were many photos taken as the dragon was put into place. Here’s one from Orlando Attractions Magazine.
New! Harry Potter Vacation Package Details Announced: Last week, Universal Orlando released the new Harry Potter vacation package. After June 29, guests booking this package will get breakfast at both the Three Broomsticks and the Leaky Cauldron and a special welcome parcel. The welcome parcel will be given to you at check in at the hotel. This EXCLUSIVE Vacation Package Includes:
- ▪ 4 Night Hotel Accommodations
- ▪ 3 Day Park-to-Park Ticket to Universal Studios Florida & Universal’s Islands of Adventure
- ▪ Breakfast at the Leaky Cauldron in Universal Studios Florida – one per person
- ▪ Breakfast at the Three Broomsticks in Universal’s Islands of Adventure one per person
- ▪ Early Park Admission to The Wizarding World Harry Potter one hour before theme parks open
- ▪ Special Themed Welcome Parcel
- ▪ Convenient at home delivery of your theme park tickets
- ▪ Souvenir owl plush
- ▪ Welcome Letter
Book now – July 31, 2014 with travel June 29 – December 31, 2014. New! Cat in the Hat Ride Adds Height Restriction: Cat in the Hat inside Seuss Landing at Islands of Adventure now has a height restriction of 36 inches. Children between 36 and 48 inches must be accompanied by a supervising companion too. It is also reported the spinning effects on the ride have been reduced.
Reminder! Huey Lewis and the News Set to Perform This Saturday at Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras Celebration: The excitement of Mardi Gras continues this Saturday, May 31 with a performance by Huey Lewis! Concert begins at 9 pm. Along with the live concert, guests can experience the spirit of the legendary Bayou bash during the dazzling Mardi Gras parade, featuring 12 vibrant floats, including three new additions celebrating Jules Verne’s novel, “Around the World in 80 Days.” Guests can also visit Universal Studios Florida’s very own French Quarter Courtyard to enjoy delectable Cajun cuisine and see performances by bands pulled straight from Bourbon Street. Closures and Refurbishments Universal’s Islands of Adventure ▪ None scheduled Universal Studios ▪ Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 5/31, 6/4 & 6/7 no shows scheduled
Book your Harry Potter and Universal Orlando package or theme park tickets today!
Want to get all our tips and tricks for visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter? We wrote a travel guide for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hogsmeade! We included all our tips and tricks that we’ve learned over the last year to make your visit to the Wizarding World as magical as possible. Be sure to check it out!
Get your Harry Potter theme park souvenirs from the official Harry Potter shop, the WB Shop!