AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 I declare a dong free zone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 I declare a dong free zone. BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 I declare a dong free zone. This is not helpful. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 From Orlando Attractions Magazine... Published on Jun 10, 2014 With the opening day of Universal Orlando's Diagon Alley almost upon us, each development is more revealing than the last. Today, the construction walls surrounding the area came down, and we can see some newly exposed details. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNbUFXPv6CA&list=PL6B1381A87EA427F0&feature=share&index=119 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 13, 2014 Inside the Magic posted this to Facebook... Inside the Magic4 mins · Edited ·Harry Potter interactive wands just got real at Universal Orlando Resort. Twitter user @mattagins spotted these instructional spell medallions appearing in Hogsmeade Village today in the original Wizarding World. Performing the diagrammed motions with special wands will trigger special effects in the park. Plenty more of this in Diagon Alley as well. Universal hasn't revealed details of the interactive wands yet (or even announced their existence), but surely will soon now that these emblems have begun appearing in the parks. It's not exactly their best kept secret. Photos by https://twitter.com/mattagins https://www.facebook.com/insidethemagic/photos/a.391990882034.180401.10300702034/10152068745197035/?type=1&theater Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Seals 111 Posted June 13, 2014 Report Share Posted June 13, 2014 Wow. Something like MagiQuest would add a whole other dimension to the park. Sell the wands plus people would stay longer. My boys loved MagiQuest when they were in the 8-12 age range. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 From Inside the Magic... LIVE BLOG: Diagon Alley preview event coverage as Universal Orlando unveils Wizarding World of Harry Potter expansionThis week Universal Orlando is revealing their latest stunning theme park creations in a preview event for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley. Inside the Magic will be there every step of the way across the 3-day press event, bringing all of the excitement from Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Universal CityWalk as the latest magic unfolds. ScheduleWe’ll be posting summary articles along with plenty of videos and photos here and on YouTube periodically throughout the week, but the live blog below is the fastest way to receive realtime updates and first looks at the Universal’s new offerings. You can (and should) also follow us on on Twitter, and on Facebook. Follow along at the times and dates below to make sure you don’t miss any of it. Tuesday, June 17, 2014 Cabana Bay Beach ResortLate Afternoon, starting around 3 p.m.Explore the new wing, pool, and lazy river of Universal Orlando’s newest hotel. Universal CityWalk restaurantsEarly to Late EveningA look inside the newly-opened Vivo Italian Kitchen with previews of Hot Dog Hall of Fame and The Cowfish, opening soon. Wednesday, June 18, 2014 “State of the Universe” Media Presentation9:00 a.m.Learn from executives what Universal Orlando has to offer, with a possible glimpse of what’s to come. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley Preview Event7:00 p.m.“Harry Potter” film stars and other celebrities arrive via red carpet, culminating in a special “moment” immediately followed by a preview of Diagon Alley.Talent to include:Helena Bonham Carter (Bellatrix Lestrange)Robbie Coltraine (Hagrid)Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy)Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood)Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley)Domhnall Gleeson (Bill Weasley)James Phelps (Fred Weasley)Oliver Phelps (George Weasley)Warwick Davis (Griphook)Matthew Lewis (Neville Longbottom) Thursday, June 19, 2014 Closer Look: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley9:30 a.m. to Late AfternoonA full exploration of Diagon Alley including the Hogwarts Express, Leaky Cauldron, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, and much more. Also included will be a Q&A with “Harry Potter” film stars and members of Universal Creative. Cabana Bay Beach Resort Official Grand OpeningEarly to Late EveningGrand opening celebration of Universal Orlando’s new hotel throughout its grounds.Diagon Alley Preview Event Live BlogThe Twitter stream below is our main hub for live blogging Universal Orlando’s Diagon Alley Preview Event. It will show all live updates, including in-line photos, as events unfold throughout these three days.In addition, video updates will be added to this page below the stream.NOTE: There is no need to refresh this page once you’ve loaded it, as the live blog below will automatically insert the latest posts, updates, information, and photos at the top. Just sit back and watch the magic unfold! http://www.insidethemagic.net/2014/06/live-blog-diagon-alley-preview-event-coverage-as-universal-orlando-unveils-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-expansion/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Did anyone watch the Tonight Show last night? They're taping at Uni this week. I'm going on Thursday! Pit Bull and George Lopez! aye yai yai! That episode should be taped aside the Meadow pool at the Fort. TCD BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 More from Inside the Magic... Interactive wands revealed in Wizarding World of Harry Potter for Diagon Alley, Hogsmeade via Universal Orlando magicby Ricky BrigantePosted on June 17, 2014 Long-rumored and finally announced today, Universal Orlando is adding interactive wands to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Guests will be able to swish their wands in both Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade Village, speaking spells to make magic happen throughout both areas.Ollivanders wand shops will sell the new wands, along with providing a map showing the locations in which the wands work. The video below, featuring the actors who portrayed the Weasleys in the “Harry Potter” films provides a first look at it in action.http://youtu.be/814Jv---1fE Bronze medallions in the streets indicate the locations of where the wands work. Many of the previously animated features in Hogsmeade Village have now been converted to only move when commanded by wand-wielders. (Medallion photos by @mattagins) http://www.insidethemagic.net/2014/06/interactive-wands-revealed-for-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-for-diagon-alley-hogsmeade-in-new-universal-orlando-magic/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Wait a minute, US doesn't have greatly over rated Imagineers.How in the world are they able to come up with cool stuff like that? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Wait a minute, US doesn't have greatly over rated Imagineers.How in world are they able to come up with cool stuff like that? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 I want a cinnamon roll. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 I want a cinnamon roll. :dmmhu: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 I found out this weekend my nephew is working at Universal this summer. I bet he's having a ball with the new stuff! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 I found out this weekend my nephew is working at Universal this summer. I bet he's having a ball with the new stuff! Free admissions. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 Inside The Magic posted this to Facebook... Here's what Gringotts Bank Notes look like at Universal Universal Orlando Resort! $20 Harry Potter money. Like Disney Dollars. https://www.facebook.com/insidethemagic/photos/a.10151112869402035.433696.10300702034/10152079414222035/?type=1&theater Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 More photos posted to Orlando Attractions Magazine...http://attractionsmagazine.com/photos/nggallery/album/the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-diagon-alley/page/2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 Inside the Magic has posted "Sneak peek into Diagon Alley as Universal Orlando prepares its grand unveiling"http://www.insidethemagic.net/photos/photos-sneak-peek-into-diagon-alley-as-universal-orlando-prepares-its-grand-unveiling/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 Official opening date of July 8th was announced this morning. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted June 18, 2014 Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 Was that a chocolate frog? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2014 More great preview photos here...http://www.insidethemagic.net/photos/photos-sneak-peek-into-diagon-alley-as-universal-orlando-prepares-its-grand-unveiling/ Note to self... be sure to see it at night too. :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2014 Theme Park Review has posted a super thorough... well, review... from the press event. Lots of photos, many different from the other sites and showing a lot more details... http://www.themeparkreview.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=1462754#p1462754 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jmaul 65 Posted June 19, 2014 Report Share Posted June 19, 2014 Wow.....Wow. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted June 19, 2014 Report Share Posted June 19, 2014 Looks awesome.....wonder if the crowds will subside by the time we are down in January/February? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2014 from Orlando Attractions Magazine, a POV video of the new Hogwarts Express... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQJM9rqYfRA&feature=share&list=PL046205D3D2BFC135&index=82 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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