One of the last remaining pieces of Amity Island at Universal Studios Florida is currently closed and under construction. “Jaws” Bathroom Construction Still known as the Amity Island or “Jaws” restrooms, the building sits between The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley and the Fear Factor stage. While the rest of Amity Island … Read more
This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. Decorations are in full swing at Universal Orlando Resort, transforming the park into a festive wonderland at nearly every corner. These are some of … Read more
Christmas decorations have quickly been popping up around Universal Orlando Resort, as early as Halloween day. Now, with the addition of the Christmas tree in Universal Studios Florida, the decorations finally seem complete. Universal Studios Florida Christmas Tree The massive Christmas tree has arrived at the entrance of Universal Studios Florida, just before Illumination’s Minion … Read more
The second exclusive Universal Orlando Annual Passholder button available during Passholder Appreciation Days celebrates the 10th anniversary of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley. UOAP Diagon Alley Button The silver button features the land’s iconic fire-breathing dragon in the zero of a “10.” “Diagon Alley” is across the top. It comes on a … Read more
Though Universal has yet to confirm, it looks like Death Eaters will return to Diagon Alley during Halloween Horror Nights 33. Sets and props for the villainous characters have been installed throughout The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Florida. Universal Prepares for Death Eaters A small stage is positioned outside Weasley’s Wizard … Read more
The shrunken heads have been removed from their window in Knockturn Alley at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley in Universal Studios Florida. The spell associated with the props has been deactivated, possibly related to the anticipated new spells and wands coming to Universal Orlando Resort. Shrunken Heads Gone from Knockturn Alley The … Read more
A new camera for interactive wand spells has been installed in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida, and a new tent in Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure may be for the same purpose. New Spell Camera The camera is on a staircase to nowhere in the Knockturn Alley … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort guests can now get a unique “Harry Potter” souvenir originally from Universal Studios Beijing — a Butterbeer cart bucket full of Butterbeer candies! We found it in the Sugarplum’s Sweet Shop in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida. Butterbeer Cart Bucket – $44 The plastic bucket resembles … Read more
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley in Universal Studios Florida has a new Knight Bus purse by Danielle Nicole. The magical triple-decker Knight Bus first appeared in the third “Harry Potter” book and respective movie, “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.” Knight Bus Purse – $79 The purse is blue, although the … Read more
A new collectible Wizard Card is available in Chocolate Frogs at Universal Orlando Resort. This card is available for a limited time in specially marked Chocolate Frog boxes. Keep your eyes peeled if you’re trying to collect this new card, as it’s been selling out everywhere we go. We found the treat with the new … Read more
Nearly 10 years after the attraction first opened, Universal Orlando Resort has updated the voice of Hermione on the Hogwarts Express. Hermione’s Voice on the Hogwarts Express Since the Hogwarts Express opened at Universal Orlando Resort in the summer of 2014, fans have shared their negative opinions of the voice used for Hermione Granger because … Read more
Death Eaters are prowling the streets of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida for Halloween Horror Nights, and we were brave enough to encounter them. Death Eaters in Diagon Alley Death Eaters first appeared at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Hogsmeade Village during The Dark Arts at Hogwarts … Read more
The Hogwarts Express at Universal Orlando Resort will close for a week in December 2023, likely for regular maintenance. Hogwarts Express Refurbishment The Hogwarts Express will be closed from December 10 through 16, 2023, just before the holiday rush. The ride is both a popular attraction and a convenient transport between Universal Studios Florida and … Read more
It’s time for another Halloween Horror Nights construction update, but this time, it’s from Diagon Alley! Some magical new set pieces have appeared around the Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Diagon Alley, all but confirming the rumor that Death Eaters would be coming to Halloween Horror Nights. Death Eater Sets in Diagon Alley Never go … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort is testing guest experience improvements, including new speaker announcements, on the Hogwarts Express in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Hogwarts Express Announcements Previously, after guests boarded the Hogwarts Express, a porter would go to each cabin and give guests the safety spiel, telling them to remain seated, pointing out the switch … Read more
We spotted new merchandise for Harry Potter fans in CityWalk and Quality Quidditch Supplies in Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando Resort. House Slytherin Adult Tee – $37.00 We found these tees in CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort. Each of the tees feature the Harry Potter house name, the house’s crest, and various iconography from Quidditch. … Read more