Three of the legends behind “The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man” at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure talked about the development of the groundbreaking attraction at the 2021 IAAPA Expo. Get their inside “scoop” from my IAAPA…
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The lowdown on Universal Orlando tickets
If you are thinking of heading to Universal Orlando and checking out its theme parks, Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure, and water park, Volcano Bay, you’re going to need tickets. Should you get…
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Next-level thrills and themeing at Universal Orlando
Yes, Universal Orlando offers engaging stories and impressive effects with its attractions at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. But it doesn’t skimp on the thrills either. That’s especially true for its wild arsenal…
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Could You Handle Jurassic World VelociCoaster?
Universal Orlando distinguished itself from Walt Disney World early on by delivering attractions that upped the thrill ante. Well, with Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Universal has upped its own ante. This is a world-class roller coaster…
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The Wildest Roller Coasters at Universal Orlando
When I say “wild,” I mean “Wild” with a capital W. Universal has never been shy about pouring on the thrills, and that is especially true with its roller coasters. I run down all nine…
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Islands of Adventure: The Complete Guide
The second park at Universal Orlando (after the movie-centric Universal Studios Florida), Islands of Adventure is more of a freeform, fantasy-inspired exploration of a variety of themes. But movie franchises such as Jurassic Park/Jurassic World…
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Universal Orlando to release dinosaurs and VelociCoaster
Universal Orlando has revealed details about one of the most anticipated coasters debuting in 2021, Jurassic World VelociCoaster. Themed to the dinosaur movie franchise (and including cameos from its lead actors as well as its…
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Heading to Universal Orlando? I’ve Got Your Guide
When Universal first came to Orlando, it offered Universal Studios Florida. Folks coming to town to visit Disney World could set aside one day from their itinerary and tour the movie-themed park. Now, Universal Orlando…
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Universal powers up Super Nintendo World
Just ahead of the official opening of Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan, I got to sit in on a presentation by two of the land’s creative principals. Among the things I discovered: About…
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These are among the best theme parks in the world
There are many wonderful theme parks across the globe. How might one approach the daunting task of narrowing the list down to the ten best? One way would be to use the Liseberg Applause Award…
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