Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is a thrilling dark ride, located in Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure. Prior to entering the queue, wizards and Muggles alike will be asked to store their bags into lockers. The lockers are in a tight, small area at the entrance to Hogwarts Castle, which was often overcrowded long … Read more
A new experiment is taking place at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is not offering Virtual Queue today, leaving the attraction with only a standby queue. This seems to have cleared up some of the foot traffic in the area. But in anticipation of the attraction’s popularity, social distancing markers have … Read more
There’s no better way to beat the Florida heat than with a cold, creamy ice cream treat. If you’re looking for a truly magical experience, take a trip to Diagon Alley and check out Florean Forescue’s Ice Cream Parlour. They’ve got a variety of unique flavors, from Butterbeer to chocolate-chili ice cream, and of course … Read more
All-new “Harry Potter” Slytherin house face masks are available for purchase at Universal Orlando Resort. Universal Orlando parks are open again after a months-long closure, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter along with it. This new face mask is the perfect chance for all the cunning Slytherins out there to represent their house at the … Read more
Falling in love isn’t easy. Personally, I find it easier to fall in love with snacks. We could all use a little extra love right now, so when I spotted an assortment of “no melt ice cream” in the display case at Sugarplum’s Sweet Shop in Diagon Alley, I knew I had to go for … Read more
We’ve had a few rainy days here lately at Universal Studios Orlando and if you’re looking for a magical way to keep dry, you might be interested in having a little help from the friendly half-giant Hagrid and borrow his trusty umbrella wand. For the Muggles unaware, Hagrid’s wand was broken when he was expelled … Read more
Wizards and witches who wish to represent their favorite Hogwarts House can now do so with new Harry Potter face masks. Yesterday, we saw the arrival of Gryffindor face masks, and today marked the arrival of Ravenclaw face masks. Those with cleverness, wisdom, wit, intellectual ability, and creativity can now shine and show how wise … Read more
As the start of term draws closer for students returning to Hogwarts, students are reminded that they are allowed to bring an owl, a toad, and a cat. However, that doesn’t mean that we can’t browse through the Magical Menagerie at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley and take a peek at … Read more
“Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home…” Well, you’ve got to stop at Diagon Alley first, before you can head back to Hogwarts! Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida reopened yesterday with new social distancing measures in place and we were there to check it out! Guests can walk around freely in the … Read more
The wand chooses the wizard, but you can choose this limited collector’s edition wand from Ollivander’s Wand Shop at Diagon Alley in Universal Studios Florida! This magical interactive wand costs $70.00 and is believed to be released as part of a Harry Potter Celebration that occurs at the end of July to celebrate J.K. Rowling’s … Read more