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Original at Maitland Observer
• Wed, Dec 23
guests visiting AMC Universal Cineplex 20 at Universal CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort can now enjoy The IMAX Experience from IMAX Corporation. ...
Travel Scene: Disney World, Universal Orlando set for major expansions
Original at Post-Bulletin
• Mon, Dec 21
Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort have announced ambitious projects at their Orlando facilities, which will be major expansions for the parks. ...
Universal CityWalk gets new retailers
Original at Bizjournals.com
• Wed, Dec 16
CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort features an eclectic collection of themed restaurants, live entertainment, nightclubs, specialty shops and movie ... and more »
Dream holidays in Orlando, Florida
Original at World Travel Guide
• Wed, Dec 16
Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort; Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida at Universal Orlando Resort; ...
Universal Orlando adding IMAX to City Walk theater
Original at CoasterBuzz
• Tue, Dec 15
Universal Orlando Resort introduces an exciting new cinematic experience for CityWalk movie-goers with the addition of IMAX at AMC Universal Cineplex 20. ... and more »
Universal Orlando picks up the pace with construction of The Wizarding World ... - Jim Hill Media.com
Original at Jim Hill Media.com
• Mon, Dec 14
blog) Universal Orlando picks up the pace with construction of The Wizarding World ... blog) So what was your favorite part of yesterday's trip to the Universal Orlando Resort?," you ask. To be honest, Nancy and I (along with thousands of Universal ...
JK Rowling is writing again, but not about Harry Potter
Original at Kansas City Star
• Wed, Dec 9
guardian.co.uk (blog) •The butterbeer sounds delicious at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the $200 million-plus theme park opening next spring at Universal Orlando Resort in ... JK Rowling is working on a new book; but no more 'Harry Potter,' author saysNew York Daily News
New Harry Potter features preview of Wizarding World at Universal Orlando
Original at media.universalorlando.com
• Tue, Dec 8
spring, when we can finally visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort. Starting today, Harry Potter fans can get an ... media.universalorlando.com
Orlando treats tourists to holiday events
Original at Atlanta Journal Constitution
• Wed, Dec 2
The Universal Orlando Resort are two theme parks - Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure as well as Universal CityWalk, a 30-acre restaurant, ...
Disney adds sanitizer stations to prevent swine flu
Original at OCRegister
• Tue, Nov 17
It's also an issue for other theme parks throughout the country: Universal Orlando Resort is making available more sanitizer. Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, ... and more »
Wizard Florida attraction tie-up for Virgin
Original at TravelMole
• Thu, Nov 12
Virgin Holidays has become the UK's official holiday company to Universal Orlando Resort, home of new attraction, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. ...
Universal Studios: Veterans Day activities set for Wednesday
Original at Orlando Sentinel
• Tue, Nov 10
The 11 am parade will include members of Universal Orlando Resort Veterans Network, members of the Armed Forces reserve, representatives of the Orlando Fire ... and more »
The Holidays at Universal Orlando
Original at MyFoxOrlando.com
• Tue, Nov 10
WOFL FOX 35) - Universal Orlando Resort brings music home for the holidays this year as it kicks off a brand-new holiday concert series. ...
Holiday travel guide to Orlando theme parks
Original at Orlando Sentinel
• Mon, Nov 9
Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando Resort -- Grinchmas at Islands of Adventure celebrates Dr. Seuss' beloved holiday tale and Universal Pictures' and ... and more »
Virgin Holidays official UK travel partners with Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Original at SnitchSeeker.com
• Mon, Nov 9
Virgin Holidays has struck an exclusive deal with the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, with Harry Potter featuring on the cover of the company's latest ... and more »
Universal Orlando holiday concert series to feature Mannheim Steamroller, Chris Isaak, Natalie ColeOriginal at Orlando Attractions Magazine
• Thu, Oct 1
By Ricky As part of their holiday celebration this year, Universal Orlando Resort is launching a new concert series featuring performances by Mannheim Steamroller, Chris Isaak, and Natalie Cole. Holiday celebrations at Universal Orlando Resort begin Dec. 5 and run through Jan. 1.
Video: Interview with Halloween Horror Nights 19 designersOriginal at Orlando Attractions Magazine
• Wed, Sep 30
By Ricky On opening night (Sept. 25, 2009) of Halloween Horror Nights 19, we caught up with Universal Orlando Resort show director Michael Roddy and director of art & design T.J. Mannarino to get their thoughts and feelings on how this year’s Halloween event came together. Here’s what they had to...
For Sale! Not For Sale! For Sale!
Original at The Other Orlando
• Wed, Sep 23
By noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Monaghan) SeaWorld Orlando would not say if it has a new owner at an employee meeting Wednesday. Employees at a company communications briefing asked SeaWorld officials about a possible sale to the BlackStone Group which owns a 50 percent stake of Universal Orlando Resort.
Combine theme park and cruise vacations with land and sea packages
Original at Examiner.com
• Mon, May 25
The seven-night package is very similar to Disney's, including a stay in Universal Orlando Resort and a cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Monarch of the Seas that stops at Nassau and Royal Caribbean's private island CocoCay. Unlike Disney, Universal and ...
Orlando parks pack plenty of new attractions
Original at San Jose Mercury News
• Mon, May 18
USA In this photo taken on Thursday, April 30, 2009, Hollywood Rip Ride RockIt roller coaster under construction at Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Fla. The roller coaster, scheduled to open in the summer of 2009, will allow each rider to listen to ...
Universal’s new Summer Concert Series to begin in June
Original at Orlando Attractions Magazine
• Tue, May 12
By Matt The concert series spotlights Universal Orlando’s new home for hit music – the Music Plaza. Located in the heart of the Universal Studios theme park, the Music Plaza debuted during Universal’s Mardi Gras event earlier this year. It is a state-of-the-art outdoor music venue designed in th...
Travel with Tompkins
Original at Dublin Courier Herald
• Sat, May 9
OK Universal Orlando Resort includes three Loews Hotels, Universal Studios Orlando theme park, Universal's Islands of Adventure theme park, and Universal citywalk Orlando dining and entertainment venue. The entire resort can be experienced on foot, ...
Travel trends changing in down economy
Original at Deseret News
• Sat, Apr 11
• 28 related articles
UT Universal Orlando Resort has a deal allowing families to book a three-night package and receive two additional nights free. Packages begin at $689 and include accommodations at a hotel near Universal and unlimited theme park admission to both Universal ...
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Can Harry Potter's magic save Universal Orlando from its financial ...
Original at Examiner.com
• Wed, Apr 8
Universal Orlando Resort is facing a cash crunch that could come to a head in April of next year, right around the time that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is set to open at its Islands of Adventure theme park. The companies that own Universal owe ...
Universal Orlando Resort attractions
Original at Examiner.com
• Mon, Mar 30
Visitors to Universal Orlando can continue to vacation well after park hours by choosing to stay at one of the three on site hotels. Each of these hotels were designed to be an attraction unto themselves. The Hard Rock Hotel was built to look like the ...
Royal Caribbean and Universal Orlando Resort Partner to Offer Land ... - About
Original at cruises.about.com
• Sun, Mar 29
The best way to experience Universal Orlando Resort is by staying at one of three themed, AAA Four Diamond Award-winning on-site hotels: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort and Hard Rock Hotel. Best of all, on-site hotel guests enjoy ...
Royal Caribbean and Universal Orlando combine for cruise/theme ...
Original at Examiner.com
• Sun, Mar 22
The ultimate way for you to experience the Universal Orlando Resort is to stay at one of three themed, AAA Four Diamond Award-winning on-site hotels--choose either the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort or Hard Rock Hotel. ...
Universal and Royal Caribbean offering ‘Way More Than a Cruise’
Original at Orlando Attractions Magazine
• Fri, Mar 20
By Matt “Universal Orlando Resort is thrilled to enter this partnership, bringing together two incredible experiences to create one memorable vacation,” said Bill Davis, President and COO for Universal Orlando Resort. “Our guests will not only enjoy some of the most entertaining theme-par...
Royal Caribbean and Universal Orlando Join Forces
Original at Travel Agent
• Tue, Mar 17
Universal Orlando Resort includes attractions such as The Simpsons Ride, Shrek 4-D and Revenge of the Mummy. For the cruise portion of the vacation, guests will sail roundtrip to the Bahamas call at Nassau, Bahamas, and CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's ...
Universal Orlando Resort Honors Military Personnel with Free Admission
Original at Navarre Press
• Wed, Feb 18
These tickets, being sold primarily at military bases, are also valid for admission to select Universal CityWalk clubs and venues during the time period that the ticket is being used. Universal Orlando Resort is the home of Universal Studios Florida ...
Meet Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sunday at CityWalk
Original at Orlando Attractions Magazine
• Fri, Feb 6
By Matt Dale Earnhardt Jr., NASCAR’s most popular driver, will unveil his No. 88 National Guard/AMP Energy Chevrolet at CityWalk’s plaza stage from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday in front of a crowd of National Guardsmen and Universal Orlando guests.
Universal offers free tickets, Web contest
Original at Bizjournals.com
• Mon, Feb 2
NC - The commercial, created by Universal Orlando Resort and David&Goliath, opens with a boy in a homemade cape and super hero costume as he walks through the ... Orlando Getaways Examiner Examiner.com all 16 news articles
100,000 Free 7-Day Tickets to Universal Orlando
Original at Orlando Attractions Magazine
• Sun, Feb 1
By Ricky The first 100,000 completed entries immediately following the airing of each Universal Heroes TV ad during the Super Bowl on February 1st, 2009 will receive a free 2-park 7-day unlimited ticket to Universal Orlando Resort theme parks. Sign up here. Good luck! The first 100,000 complet...
Universal’s concert line-up for Mardi Gras
Original at Orlando Attractions Magazine
• Fri, Jan 16
By Matt “This year’s Mardi Gras will be our best party ever,” said Jim Timon, senior vice president of entertainment for Universal Orlando Resort. “We’ve got the best music line-up in the history of the event, along with a non-stop celebration filled with an amazing parade, floats, food and all o...
Special Gator celebration Saturday at Universal
Original at Orlando Attractions Magazine
• Wed, Jan 14
By Matt Universal Orlando Resort is inviting Gator fans to continue their celebration this Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009 as it hosts the Gators National Championship Celebration Day with special savings and entertainment throughout the day. Universal will become Gator Country as they congratulat...
Family attractions keep luring visitors to theme parks
Original at Post-Bulletin
• Fri, Jan 2
MN - And in addition to becoming bigger and better through the years, the three Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando are holding ...
How IOA's "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" stage show got put together
Original at JimHillMedia.com
• Sun, Dec 21
By Jim Hill Manager of Show Development for the Universal Orlando Resort So if you'd like to experience this seasonal show, swing on by Universal Studios Islands of Adventure. Where the theme park version of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" will be presented daily now through January 4th.
A Cracker Barrel Chanukah. Oy vey!
Original at The Other Orlando
• Thu, Dec 18
By noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Monaghan) 6699 S. Semoran Blvd. Orlando, FL 32822-3219 (north of Orlando International Airport) Monday, December 22 at 7:00 p.m. (Second Night of Chanukah) Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® #260 5859 Caravan Ct. Orlando, FL 32819-7901 (east of Universal Orlando Resort)
Holiday happenings at Universal - Mannheim Steamroller to perform
Original at Orlando Attractions Magazine
• Fri, Nov 14
By Matt Click Here for 2007 holiday photos from Islands of Adventure. At Islands of Adventure, The Grinch and The Whos from Whoville will sing their hearts out about the true meaning of Christmas in the park’s special holiday Grinchmas show – featuring music specially created by holiday music se...
Car Rental Orlando International Airport, United States
Original at Car Rentals 911
• Mon, Oct 27
Other notable area attractions include SeaWorld and Universal Orlando Resort. The region sees an estimated 52 million tourists a year. Orlando has the second largest number of hotel rooms in United States after Las Vegas. ...
The new Icebar on International Drive is just one reason to visit ...
Original at Macon Telegraph
• Fri, Oct 17
GA - Oct 17, 2008 Loews Royal Pacific Resort and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort; Crowne Plaza Orlando Universal; Quality Inn Plaza and Radisson World Gate. ...
New SeaWorld Book Is On The Way
Original at The Other Orlando
• Sun, Oct 12
By noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Monaghan) I've also included a chapter on a bunch of luxury resort hotels close to SeaWorld, much as I covered the three luxury hotels at Universal Orlando Resort in the Universal guide. So you can treat yourself to an all-in-one themed vacation, if that's your thing.
News from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Original at The Gryffindor Gazette
• Fri, Aug 22
By Wendy We haven’t gotten too much news about Universal Orlando’s spectacular Wizarding World of Harry Potter attraction so far, just bits and pieces. However, you can read news straight from the construction site here: Wizarding World of Harry Potter construction casts its own spell at Unive...
Universal to create Harry Potter theme parkOriginal at Blogging Stocks
• Fri, Jun 1
By Tom Barlow Filed under: General Electric (GE), Time Warner (TWX)Time Warner's (NYSE: TWX) Warner Brothers and General Electric's (NYSE: GE) Universal Studios have pulled off the magic trick of the decade by gaining the rights to create a theme park based on J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter book series. "...
Universal to create Harry Potter theme parkOriginal at BloggingStocks
• Fri, Jun 1
By Tom Barlow Filed under: General Electric (GE), Time Warner (TWX)Time Warner's (NYSE: TWX) Warner Brothers and General Electric's (NYSE: GE) Universal Studios have pulled off the magic trick of the decade by gaining the rights to create a theme park based on J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter book series. "...
5:48 p.m.: National: Harry Potter park flying into Orlando
Original at Anderson Herald Bulletin
• Thu, May 31
• 1 related articles
ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando Resort is opening a Harry Potter theme park that will let fans visit many of the iconic locations in the books and movies that endeared the boy magician to millions around the world.
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Potter Theme Park Goes Universal
Original at E! Online
• Thu, May 31
Florida. The author gave her blessing to the project, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, a joint venture between Warner Bros. Entertainment, the studio behind the hit Potter flicks, and Universal Orlando, NBC Universal's theme park division.
Harry Potter’s Jolly Theme Park: Coming Soon
Original at hecklerspray
• Thu, May 31
By Stuart Heritage You would? Well that's great because by 2009 the world's first Harry Potter theme park will open in Orlando, Florida. The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter - we're not making this up, promise - is a joint creation of Warner Bros Entertainment and Universal Orlando Resort, and promises to pro...
Harry Potter and the Theme Park of Gold
Original at Hit and Run
• Thu, May 31
By Gillespie@reason.com (Nick Gillespie) Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has given her blessing to a US theme park based on the hugely popular schoolboy wizard, to be built in Florida, officials said Thursday. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is expected to open in Orlando in late 2009, as a joint venture between Warner Bros Ente...
The Simpsons Come to Universal Theme Parks
Original at PR Inside (Pressemitteilung)
• Tue, Apr 24
PR-inside.com) ORLANDO, Fla., and UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., April 24 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Woo Hoo!' Universal's theme parks add animated fun and excitement to their roster as FOX's blockbuster hit series, The Simpsons, becomes the inspiration for the world's most highly anticipated new the...