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Photo Update: Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal’s Islands of Adventure seems to be moving along well. It’s set to open in 2010, although Universal officials haven’t said if that means spring, summer or fall. I walked all around the park today checking out the progress. The top photo shows the entrance to the land….

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Halloween Horror Nights exclusive Q&A to be held on Facebook

Universal Orlando has just launched an official fan page on Facebook for their Halloween Horror Nights event. They’ve promised their Facebook fans frequent updates and exclusive details about this year’s event, Halloween Horror Nights 19: Ripped From the Silver Screen. Fans will be able to participate in live Halloween Horror Nights Q&A sessions on the…

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Out of the Loop: Nick theme park, Mapping Legoland, Disneyland upgrades

Nickelodeon theme park to open in New Orleans Last year I reported a story in Orlando Attractions Magazine about how Southern Star Amusement had “given up” on its attempts to reopen a park at the site of the former Jazzland/Six Flags New Orleans citing lack of interest and funding. Month after month, however, I’d read…

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Concept art for The Sum of All Thrills, coming soon to Epcot's Innoventions

A few months ago, we told you about The Sum of All Thrills, the exhibit that is coming soon to Innoventions at Epcot. The exhibit, sponsored by Raytheon, will feature Innoventions’ first ride in the form of a robotic arm simulator. Now, we have received some concept art depicting what The Sum of All Thrills…

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Mini Megacon this weekend at the convention center

We’ve brought you coverage of the yearly Megacon at the Orange County Convention Center before (Here and Here). Megacon was already held this year, but now they’re trying something new, a summertime Mini Megacon. So don’t expect the huge amount of celebrities, toys, comics and collectable booths as shown above, but it should be a…

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Exclusive Halloween Horror Nights 19 teaser video

While Universal Studios is always tight-lipped when it comes to early details surrounding its annual Halloween event, we were assured today that many your questions about Halloween Horror Nights 19 would be answered very soon. But don’t take our word for it. Watch this Orlando Attractions Magazine-exclusive teaser message from one of Halloween Horror Nights’ masterminds, Universal…

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A present from Howl-O-Scream and Ms. Vayne

This week has been loaded with videos teasing the mystery surrounding Ms. Vayne, the icon for this year’s annual Howl-O-Scream event at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Yesterday, we received an interesting gift by special delivery, presumably from Ms. Vayne: This miniature padded torso, around 12″ tall, arrived adorned with a metal zipper surrounded by a…

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Hidden songs confirmed on Rip Ride Rockit coaster

The newly open Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster at Universal Studios lets riders choose from 30 different songs to listen to during the ride. (Click here for the full list.) But there have been rumors online of up to 999 songs available by following specific unlisted instructions. Yesterday we interviewed Louis Alfieri, the ride’s…

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Busch Gardens continues to tease with more Howl-O-Scream video and giveaways

Another video entry into this year’s Howl-O-Scream storyline has emerged, offering more insight as to who exactly is Ms. Vayne, the fashionista headlining star for this year’s spooky event. Here’s a look: Watch this video on YouTube It appears that Ms. Vayne may have been involved in the disappearance of those attending  her fashion shows….

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Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster now officially open

It was only a few days ago that Universal Studios’ Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster began technical rehearsals, first with their employees, then with park guests. Now, the new ride is officially open to all park guests wanting to experience the newest excitement that the Universal Orlando Resort has to offer. A grand opening…