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Islands of Adventure, one of two theme parks at the Universal Orlando resort, was completed in 1999. It includes six fanciful areas or "islands" arranged around a lagoon, including Port of Entry, Marvel Super Hero Land, Toon Lagoon, Jurassic Park, The Lost Continent and Seuss Landing. The park is known for elaborate thrill rides, including The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, which combines 3-D effects, a simulator on a track and IMAX screens. IOA also features major roller coasters, water rides, shows and character meeting areas. Seuss Landing presents less-harrowing fare for children based on the works of Dr. Seuss. Sit-down eatery Mythos was voted "best theme park restaurant" several yea...
Islands of Adventure, one of two theme parks at the Universal Orlando resort, was completed in 1999. It includes six fanciful areas or "islands" arranged around a lagoon, including Port of Entry, Marvel Super Hero Land, Toon Lagoon, Jurassic Park, The Lost Continent and Seuss Landing. The park is known for elaborate thrill rides, including The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, which combines 3-D effects, a simulator on a track and IMAX screens. IOA also features major roller coasters, water rides, shows and character meeting areas. Seuss Landing presents less-harrowing fare for children based on the works of Dr. Seuss. Sit-down eatery Mythos was voted "best theme park restaurant" several years in a row. In May 2007, Universal announced plans for a new area called The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. It will be built in conjunction with author J.K. Rowling and Stuart Craig, who was the production designer for the Potter films. It is scheduled to open in late 2009 or 2010.
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Universal Orlando: Annual-pass deal includes 3 bonus months
Theme Park Rangers - Orlando SentinelUniversal Orlando has introduced an annual-pass deal for Florida residents that gives passholders access to its two theme parks for 15 months. All three types of Universal's annual passes are eligible, ranging from $164.99 to $349.99. (Note: The least-... -
Universal Studios: Rock the Universe tickets on sale
Theme Park Rangers - Orlando SentinelTickets for Rock the Universe, the two-night Christian music festival at Universal Studios theme park, are now on sale. The event, which runs Sept. 7 and 8, offers several ticket options. A one-night ticket costs $52.99 per person when purchased in... -
Star sighting: Slash at Universal Studios
Theme Park Rangers - Orlando SentinelGuitarist/rocker Slash stands at the entrance of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster at Universal Studios during a visit to Universal Orlando on Tuesday. He chose ZZ Top's “Gimme All Your Lovin' ” as his personal soundtrack on the... -
Travel Channel series to feature SeaWorld's Manta, Kraken roller coasters
Two SeaWorld Orlando roller coasters and two Busch Gardens Tampa thrill rides will be featured in the upcoming Travel Channel series "Insane Coaster Wars," which debuts July 8. But before the seven-part series starts airing, coaster fanatics can vote for...
Tags: Amusement and Theme Parks, Six Flags Inc., Busch Gardens Tampa, Expedition Everest, Space Mountain
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Orange you glad that Bird is back at Disney?
Ramblings and a semi-rant of a Theme Park Ranger:
•I can't get over the outpouring of love for Orange Bird, the cartoon character that returned to Magic Kingdom last month. Some Disney fans have been jubilant ever since.
His appeal could be...Tags: Extradition, Amusement and Theme Parks, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Theme Park Vacations, Gardens and Parks
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Universal to build Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Japan
The parent company of Universal Orlando is trying to squeeze as much magic as it can out of Harry Potter's wand. Less than six months after announcing plans to build a clone of Orlando's Wizarding World of Harry Potter at its Universal Studios...
Tags: Amusement and Theme Parks, Japan, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Harry Potter (fictional character), Hollywood (Broward, Florida)
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Travel Channel series to feature SeaWorld’s Manta, Kraken roller coasters
Theme Park Rangers - Orlando SentinelTwo SeaWorld Orlando roller coasters and two Busch Gardens Tampa thrill rides will be featured in the upcoming Travel Channel series “Insane Coaster Wars,” which debuts July 8. But before the seven-part series starts airing, coaster fanatics... -
Review: Transformers ride at Universal Studios Hollywood
Los Angeles Times staff writerThe new knock 'em, sock 'em Transformers ride at Universal Studios Hollywood is an immersive, in-your-face experience that ranks among the top theme park attractions in the world. PHOTOS: Behind-the-scene tour of Transformers ride The Transformers 3-D...Tags: Amusement and Theme Parks, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Harry Potter (fictional character), Movies, Universal Studios Orlando
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SeaWorld goes high-tech with TurtleTrek
SeaWorld Orlando debuts today a movie format not seen anywhere else in the world, part of a high-tech boomlet at the marine-oriented theme park. The new TurtleTrek attraction includes a 3-D, computer-generated film projected on the inside of a dome,...
Tags: Amusement and Theme Parks, Movies, Gardens and Parks, Antarctica, Lifestyle and Leisure
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Universal Orlando offers up package with VIP treatment for new attractions
For those booking vacation packages at Universal Orlando, there's two new dining experiences that offer up VIP viewing for two of the park's new attractions.
Universal Orlando announced new vacation packages for spring and summer starting at $899 for a...Tags: Universal CityWalk, Amusement and Theme Parks, Despicable Me (movie), Festive Events, Harry Potter (fictional character)
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Universal Studios: Parade, nighttime show start May 8
Sentinel Staff Writer"Universal's Superstar Parade" and "Universal's Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories" will debut May 8, Universal Orlando announced Tuesday. The daily parade will feature characters from "Despicable Me," "Hop," "SpongeBob SquarePants" and...Tags: Universal CityWalk, Amusement and Theme Parks, Despicable Me (movie), Hop (movie), Festive Events
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Stan Lee: Spider-Man co-creator continues cameo trend
Sentinel Staff WriterWhen the revamped Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ride reopened at Universal's Islands of Adventure last week, a classic character was added. A computer-generated version of Stan Lee, the co-creator of the webbed superhero, makes cameo appearances in the...Tags: Movies, Hot Dogs, Judges, Lifestyle and Leisure, Entertainment
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