Photo Update: Raptors brought into Velocicoaster construction
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Photo Update: Raptors brought into Velocicoaster construction

Recently, the rumored Velocicoaster construction had a large milestone with the introduction of raptors. While they are covered, it is easy to see these ravenous beasts in their new home. These photos, by Bioreconstruct on Twitter, let us get our first view at the raptors in their upcoming enclosure.

Universal’s Islands of Adventure Velocicoaster theming rocks!
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Universal’s Islands of Adventure Velocicoaster theming rocks!

Even though it hasn’t been announced yet, there is no missing the work on the “Velocicoaster” in the Jurassic Park area of Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The new faux rocks are sharp and aggressive, which matches the already “boulder” look of the coaster. While this work won’t make the coaster go upside-down faster or take…

A case for continued screenings of classic movies – DePaoli on DeParks
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A case for continued screenings of classic movies – DePaoli on DeParks

As the entertainment industry slowly begins to reopen, one of the destinations we’re seeing return are movie theaters. Although movie fans are excited to get back in a theater for the communal movie-going experience (and the snacks), there is a problem since movie studios have delayed the openings of new movies.

Photo Update: Jurassic Park ‘Velocicoaster’ tops off highest point
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Photo Update: Jurassic Park ‘Velocicoaster’ tops off highest point

The construction on the rumored “Velocicoaster” roller coaster is moving along fast. Just a few weeks ago, we were checking out other milestones, and now the highest point of the coaster is complete. Universal Orlando has marked this momentous occasion with a Jurassic logo flag.

Photo Update: Jurassic Park ‘Velocicoaster’ adds new track maneuvers
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Photo Update: Jurassic Park ‘Velocicoaster’ adds new track maneuvers

It’s only been two weeks since our last “Velocicoaster” construction update at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Despite that, there is already more to explore. Since Universal Orlando Resort reopened, numerous new track pieces have been added. We went and got a look at the new inversions that have been added to the coaster.

Photo Update: Jurassic Park ‘Velocicoaster’ makes amazing progress
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Photo Update: Jurassic Park ‘Velocicoaster’ makes amazing progress

Universal Orlando Resort has begun the process of re-opening its parks in Florida. In the meantime, they have been hard at work on the rumored “Velocicoaster” in the Jurassic Park section of Universal’s Islands of Adventure. These new photos, provided by @bioreconstruct on Twitter, showcase how Universal can no longer hide that they are building…

Photo Update: Jurassic Park ‘Velocicoaster’ continues construction amid closures
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Photo Update: Jurassic Park ‘Velocicoaster’ continues construction amid closures

While the theme park world has been rattled with sudden closures, Universal Parks and Resorts are continuing to look towards the future. While many of their theme parks are closed worldwide, construction has not stopped. Today we look at the work on the rumored high-speed “Velocicoaster” coming to the Jurassic Park area of Universal’s Islands…