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Complete Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley Guide: The Layout

Excitement is building ahead of the opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida. Learn what to expect by reading our complete guide to the expansion.

Photos: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley Construction Update

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley is going to be the newest land at Universal Studios Florida when it opens in summer 2014. These photos are from Islands of Adventure , where the Hogwarts Express will take guests from Diagon Alley to the current Hogsmeade and vise-versa. The station

Queue-Jumping Showdown: Walt Disney's World FastPass+ vs. Universal Express

Walt Disney World has rolled out a new queue-jumping system, FastPass+. Take a look at how it compares to Universal Express at rival Universal Orlando.

6 Unusual and Intriguing Facts About Universal Orlando

The Universal Orlando Resort has a varied past, an interesting present and an exciting future. Here are five unusual facts about the home of Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure.

Uniquely Magical: The 3 New Wizarding Worlds of Harry Potter

Universal is set to introduce three new Wizarding Worlds of Harry Potter over the next couple of years. Each is expected to offer its own unique experiences for Potter fans. Most attention is focused on the spring 2014 debut of Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida, but two other Wizarding

Weekly Orlando Theme Parks Rumor and Refurbs Update (February 1, 2014)

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for the Orlando-area theme parks for the week of January 26, 2014. Walt Disney World: MyMagic+: Randomly selected Annual Passholders will now be able to take part in MyMagic+ testing. Passholders that participate in the testing will be able to order

The Top 10 Defunct Universal Studios Florida Attractions

Universal Orlando has a policy of ripping out old attractions and replacing them with new ones when they become out-of-date. Here are 10 long-lost rides and shows that have a special place in our hearts.

Weekly Orlando Theme Parks Rumor and Refurbs Update (January 25, 2014)

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of January 19, 2014. Walt Disney World: MyMagic+: FastPass+ is now available to all guests visiting Walt Disney World. In December of 2013, Disney’s Animal Kingdom became the first park in Walt Disney World

20 New Rides and Attractions at US Theme Parks for 2014

There are a host of new rides and attractions coming to US theme parks in 2014. Here's a round-up of what's in store!

Universal Rises: The Changing Tide in Orlando - Part Three

Universal Orlando is relentless. In the last 15 years, it has redefined itself among theme park enthusiasts. In Part Two of this series , we explored Universal's recipe for growth and success. No longer does it operate single-day, barely-themed studios parks full of flat facades and rides themed to

Weekly Orlando Theme Parks Rumor and Refurbs Update (January 11, 2014)

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of January 5, 2014. Walt Disney World: MyMagic+: Back on December 18, 2013 Disney’s Animal Kingdom forever discarded the old fashion paper FastPasses in favor of the new and supposedly improved FastPass+ (don

Ringing in the New Year with Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando rang in the New Year in a big way with a massive party at CityWalk. They rolled out the red carpet for any guest willing to shell out over $100 for a night of food, drink, music, and dancing at some of the hottest clubs in Orlando. New Years Red Carpet Universal rolls out the red

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