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Ellen Wants A Peek of The Wizarding World

Posted by Lilysowl On March - 10 - 2010

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Orlando Sentinel posted a brief article announcing that Ellen DeGeneres plans to return to Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida to tape two episodes of her talk show. The Ellen DeGeneres Show will be set up at Universal CityWalk. Taping will be on March 28 and the episodes will air April 1 and 2. Her celebrity guests are scheduled to be Sharon Osbourne, who is currently on Celebrity Apprentice, and R&B singer Usher.

According to the article, a media release from Universal states:

“Ellen hopes to explore the highly anticipated The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.”

Her show’s website has already posted a call for Harry Potter fans:

Do you have a precocious child who knows everything there is to know about Harry Potter books and movies? Is talking about Harry Potter his or her favorite subject? If so, we want to hear about them! …

An online form requests a 1500 character (maximum) story about the Harry Potter fan and a photo. If the fan is under the age of 18, the form must be filled out by a parent or guardian on the young fan’s behalf.

Click here for more information on Ellen’s website.

Click here to read the article.

Source: The Leaky Cauldron

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All Aboard for the Hogwarts Express at WWoHP

Posted by Dijares On March - 5 - 2010

Universal Studios, Orlando, have released the first official photo of the Hogwarts Express at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. You can see the hi-res photo, complete with steam coming from the engine and Harry’s luggage, in our gallery here.

Here’s the caption that they give with it:

Hogwarts Express Image Caption
The Hogwarts Express arrives at Hogsmeade Station as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter continues to develop at Universal Orlando Resort. As guests enter Hogsmeade, they will be greeted by the iconic, smoke-billowing steam engine, made famous in the Harry Potter books and films for transporting students to a world of magic and wonder. Opening in Spring 2010 only at Universal Orlando Resort, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will feature multiple themed attractions, shops and a restaurant.

Thanks very much to Universal!

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Making Of Wizarding World on NBC June 6

Posted by Dijares On March - 5 - 2010

NBC will air The Making of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter on June 6. The special will give us a sneak peek at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios, Orlando. Although that’s all the article states, one can assume, by the title, that we’ll also get a look at how they made the theme park as well; at least, one would think (I hope!) so.

Check back for more details!

Wizarding World of Harry Potter will open at Universal Studios Orlando this Spring.

Source: MN

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Brochure Gives More Wizarding World Info

Posted by Dijares On March - 5 - 2010

A brochure for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter on the Universal Orlando Vacations website gives us more information on the new theme park. It gives us details on how tall you must be to go on the rides and where exactly they’re located on the map. For the Flight of the Hippogriff, it says you’ll be taught the proper way to approach a Hippogriff before you take off and fly around a pumpkin patch at Hagrid’s hut. For the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride found inside Hogwarts it says you’ll make your way through the classrooms and corridors of Hogwarts, then soar above the castle on the groundbreaking ride that lets you join Harry Potter and his friends.

You can see the entire brochure here (in PDF) and screen shots of the Harry Potter portions here and here.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will open this Spring! Keep checking back for the exact date!

Source: MN

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Wizarding World and Ellen and Scholastic

Posted by Dijares On March - 3 - 2010

Scholastic are in the process up updating their Harry Potter section. The update includes a chance for a person and three guests to win a trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios, Orlando. The trip includes:
- Round trip airfare
- Ground transfers to/from airport in Orlando
- 3 nights at an on-site hotel
- 3-day/2-park admission to both Universal Orlando theme parks

You can enter here. Make sure to read all the rules here.

Also, Ellen DeGeneres is having two shows recorded on March 28 at Universal Studios Orlando that includes a sneak peek at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The episodes will air on April 1 and 2. The shows will be taped on the Lagoon Stage at CityWalk, where there’s seating for 1000 people. You can find out about getting tickets for the show on her site here.

Source: MN

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New Interior Photos of Wizarding World

Posted by Dijares On February - 22 - 2010

This is Briandom have posted some new photos of the interior of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios, Orlando. The photos give us some great views of many of the shops in Hogsmeade including Honeydukes and the Hogwarts Express. The photos also show how high up Hogwarts is. There are also some shots of what appears to be a covered area - this could possibly be an area for a line for a ride. See the photos in our gallery here.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter opens this Spring.

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Animated Hog Heads & a Frog Choir at WWoHP

Posted by Dijares On February - 18 - 2010

In a new article at The Ledger, Universal Studios Orlando’s sales coordinator Sarah Holt gave out a bit more information about the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Here’s some of the exciting stuff we can expect from the new theme park this Spring!

The largest ride will be Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.

“You’ll go on this great journey specifically designed for this part of the park,” Holt said. “It’s ground-breaking, state of the art technology that will even surpass the Spiderman ride. If you’ve been on Spiderman, you know that’s pretty big.”

The theme park will host the Three Broomsticks restaurant and the Hog’s Head Pub, where Holt said guests can buy “very old liquor, and we’ll have animated hog’s heads on the wall that will interact with you while you drink your old beer. The Butter Beer is going to be non-alcholic. However, you can go into the Hog’s Head Pub and ask for the alcoholic version.”

There will be shops as well, like Honeydukes, a candy store that will sell, among other things, chocolate frogs and Treacle Fudge. Dervish & Banges is a toy store that will sell, not surprisingly, broomsticks among the many selections.

“Ninety-five percent of them are completely unique products,” Holt said. “You will not be able to buy them anywhere else.”

There’s a Frog Choir that will perform five times d ay, Holt said, adding, “This is very top secret, so you’re the first one’s to hear about it.”

Read the entire article here!

UPDATE: Universal Studios Orlando gave just told us that the butter beer will not be alcoholic.

Thanks to UHP for letting us know!

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Wizarding World Vacation Package Begins May 28th!

Posted by Dijares On February - 18 - 2010

Universal Studios, Orlando, have let us know that they’re now offering an exclusive vacation package for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter for travel starting May 28th! What does that mean? It means that the Wizarding World will definitely be open by that date!

Here’s what their press release had to say:

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT REVEALS EXCLUSIVE VACATION PACKAGE
FOR THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER
Guests Can Visit UniversalOrlando.com And Book NOW For Travel Starting May 28, 2010
ORLANDO, Fla. (February 18, 2010)
“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Vacation Package” includes hotel accommodations and admission to both Universal Orlando theme parks – along with a wide-range of benefits available only by booking through Universal Orlando Resort. Benefits include early park admission, allowing guests to experience
To best enjoy all Universal Orlando offers, guests may consider the four-night package featured below. Guests can add additional nights and also upgrade their theme park tickets to include park-to-park access, allowing them to go to both Universal theme parks each day. Additional packages are available with prices starting at $285 per-adult ($829 for a family of four) for four nights at a hotel near Universal. All packages and prices are available at
“There has been worldwide anticipation for this one-of-a-kind entertainment experience, and we are thrilled to be offering families a way to experience the magic and excitement of Harry Potter’s world,” said Alice Norsworthy, executive vice president of marketing and sales for Universal Orlando Resort. – It’s one of the most highly anticipated theme park entertainment experiences of our generation and, for the first time, guests can now book an exclusive vacation package to visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort with their families. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter before other guests each day, as well as a traditional British breakfast at the Three Broomsticks, the signature eating establishment within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. And by staying at an on-site hotel, guests get exclusive Universal Express Access to select attractions and shows, allowing them to bypass regular lines. UniversalOrlando.com.
All travel begins May 28.

Go here for more information on prices and how to book your vacation today!

Thanks to Universal Studios Orlando for letting us know!

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Aerial Shots of Wizarding World Show Massiveness

Posted by Dijares On February - 6 - 2010

New aerial shots taken by Orlando United of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios, Orlando, shows just how massive the theme park is. The shots show the many shops in Hogsmeade, Hagrid’s hut and more.

First of all, check out this aerial view of the entire theme park. Just amazing!

Do you remember how large Hogwarts was (click here if you don’t)? When compared to just how large Hogwarts is, this photo shows just how massive the rest of it is. I mean, it looks like it goes on forever! Can you imagine all the fun inside?

The photos also show a great view of Hogsmeade and the different shops here.

This photo shows you some of the twists you’ll find in the Dragon Challenge roller coaster (just look how close the two different roller coasters come to each other! More info here.).

We also get to see a nice aerial view of the Flight of the Hippogriff that includes Hagrid’s hug in the background here.

See the rest of the photos here.

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Update:Rupert Not Confirmed for WWoHP Opening

Posted by Dijares On February - 4 - 2010

Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley Rupert Grint’s (Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter films) representatives have confirmed with Rupert fansite Ice Cream Man that he will be attending the opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The opening occurs this Spring at Universal Studios, Orlando.
You can see a video of Rupert talking about the theme park here!

UPDATE: Ice Cream Man received another email from Rupert Grint’s representatives stating there had been a misunderstanding on their part. It is not confirmed as to whether the Harry Potter star will attend the opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Sorry for the confusion

Thanks to ICM!