Tag: Islands of Adventure

My first experience at Universal Orlando’s Gradventure

Posted on by AllEars
Last week, I experienced one of Orlando’s theme parks in a whole new way: I was a chaperone at Universal Orlando’s Gradventure. Gradventure is the resort’s celebration for eighth-graders — and only these middle-school students and their chaperones are allowed in Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios during the special-ticket event. In fact, after 7 … Continue reading "My first experience at Universal Orlando’s Gradventure"
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A Trip to Universal Orlando

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
After our trip to Walt Disney World we spent a few days at the Universal Orlando Resort. Since a few people have asked me about that I thought I’d jot down a few thoughts. We stayed at Universal’s Cabana Bay Resort. It’s the least expensive of the Universal hotels – on a par with a … Continue reading "A Trip to Universal Orlando"
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A Disney fan’s first impressions of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando

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Though The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort opened to the public more than three years ago, I only recently discovered how unique it is, thanks to my 10-year-old son’s love of the books and my recent role as a chaperone for his school’s field trip to the park. If you’re a … Continue reading "A Disney fan’s first impressions of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando"
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Newbie and the Geek Take Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando

Posted on by Lisa Berton
If you’ve missed any of my previous trip report entries, shame on you! I’d put you in timeout but you’ve clearly suffered enough by not keeping up with the group. Go ahead and start reading, the links are readily available. Disney’s Animal Kingdom posted Feb. 13th Magic Kingdom posted Feb. 20th Disney’s Hollywood Studios posted … Continue reading "Newbie and the Geek Take Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando"
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Horton Sees a Digital Zoom

Posted on by Lisa Berton
My Shooting Location: Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Toon Lagoon, Me Ship, the Olive Subject: Horton, who sits atop Caro-Seuss-el in Seuss Landing Camera: Canon PowerShot SX30 IS Balance: Elbows locked and rested on a wooden fence. Lunch: I brought tuna and bought a croissant and bite size honey dew at a bakery. Mode: Auto Digital … Continue reading "Horton Sees a Digital Zoom"
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Roller Coaster Series: The Incredible Hulk

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Bag and hat holders rejoice! While the wild portion of your crew is loop-dee-looing and clutching onto the safety harness, you can relax and take photos. This is the start of a mini-series (before it becomes an interntational silver screen gem) of photographing steel, wooden, and other solid building materials, roller coasters. With each new … Continue reading "Roller Coaster Series: The Incredible Hulk"
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Solo Trip to Orlando – Harry Potter & My Equilibrium

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Previous installments: Solo Trip to Orlando – Transportation Mishigas Solo Trip to Orlando – Forraging for Food & Find Lost Items I made my way out of Seuss Landing by way of gift shops and quick photo opportunities of Dr. Seuss characters. I did not buy a Thing 1 or Thing 2. I did not … Continue reading "Solo Trip to Orlando – Harry Potter & My Equilibrium"
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2010 Holidays at WDW – Part 2

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
Big day today – instead of getting up and going to a Disney park, we actually left Disney property (gasp!) and went to Universal’s Islands of Adventure Park. Different experience in many ways. Our main objective was to visit the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter. For those of you who don’t want to read … Continue reading "2010 Holidays at WDW – Part 2"
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You Knee Verse Sull

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Shhh. I had to get creative with the blog entry title so that you-know-who with the big black ears and the mix matched tuxedo wouldn’t catch onto me. Alright, I’m going to have to whisper this time so listen closely. Last year Barrie and I went to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure and to … Continue reading "You Knee Verse Sull"
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