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Marvel characters at Universal receive super costume updates

By Darcie Vance A super hero is defined by their trademark costume. The garment must be able to protect its owner and look good on the front page of a newspaper. The updated costumes introduced this month on Marvel Super Hero Island at Islands of Adventure provide all the heroes (and villains) with a new,…

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Stars in the Parks: ‘Weasley brothers’ return to the Wizarding World one year later

Oliver and James Phelps, who portray the Weasley brothers, George and Fred, in the Harry Potter films – stopped to greet fans and take photos with guests in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter while visiting Universal Orlando yesterday.

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Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be ‘Open at the Close’ for special fan event

Guests attending the Harry Potter LeakyCon gathering in Orlando this summer will get a chance to visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter after close for a special event. The convention runs from July 13 to 17 and is hosted by the popular Potter fansite, The Leaky Cauldron.

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Busy days bring out some rarely seen attractions at Universal Orlando

It’s a great week and a not-so-great week to visit Universal Orlando’s two theme parks. It’s not-so-great because with Easter and spring break, it’s one of the busiest weeks of the year. But it’s a great time to visit if you’d like to see some extra entertainment and attractions that aren’t usually in operation. Here’s…

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Orlando Informer: Where can I eat breakfast before visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter?

I am going to Universal Orlando first thing in the morning to Harry Potter. Is there somewhere I can eat breakfast? These days, if you are heading to Universal Orlando to experience The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, it is incredibly important that you get there early.

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Orlando Attractions Magazine – The Show, Episode 15 for March 10, 2011

March 10, 2011 – Join our hosts as they bring you the latest Orlando theme park and attraction news and more on this week’s episode.

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Stars in the Parks: iCarly’s Jennette McCurdy in the Wizarding World

Actress and singer Jennette McCurdy, best known for her role as Sam in Nickelodeon’s hit series iCarly – was all smiles as she filled her basket with sweets at Honeydukes within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure today.

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Stars in the Parks: iCarly's Jennette McCurdy in the Wizarding World

Actress and singer Jennette McCurdy, best known for her role as Sam in Nickelodeon’s hit series iCarly – was all smiles as she filled her basket with sweets at Honeydukes within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure today.

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Local 5K relocates to Universal Orlando – Participants run through both theme parks – Video/Photos

By Don Gworek Orlando’s longest-running local road race, the Dick Batchelor 5K, relocated to Universal Orlando this year. The event raises money for a number of children’s charities. Here’s a look at this morning’s run.