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UPDATE: Within minutes of posting this message, a rep from Universal Orlando contacted me to ask that I remove all references to the grand opening date of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Apparently the released image and date were accidentally put up on their media site today - one day earlier than they had [...]

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Universal Orlando has set the bar very high with its latest claim surrounding the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, due to open at the Islands of Adventure theme park within a couple of months.
In its latest promo video for the Harry Potter-themed theme park land, Universal calls the area “‘the most incredible theme park experience [...]

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It never fails. I drive to one of Orlando’s many fantastic theme parks, park, hop out of my car, speed walk up to the turnstiles, pick what appears to be the shortest line, and inevitably deal with…
Theme Park Entrance Turnstile Slowness
Let’s examine the various possible reasons for a theme park turnstile line moving entirely too [...]

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I’m being slightly lazy at the beginning of this week and combining two daily posts in one. So this week’s Weekend Web and Monday Media post both revolve around the idea of showing off your dancing skills online (or potentially making a complete fool out of yourself)…
MC Hammer Asian Style at DanceJam
DanceJam.com is a site [...]

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(This is a repost from the Orlando Attractions Magazine blog)
Saturday night, April 4, 2009, I attended the MC Hammer show at Universal Studios’ Mardi Gras as my very first Mardi Gras concert experience. After hearing the horror stories of the massive crowds that showed up for Kelly Clarkson’s show last week, I was worried that [...]

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  • ITM: Show 282 - August 29th, 2010
    Halloween season is approaching in Central Florida so this week Ricky previews the three area's major spooky events: Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom, Halloween Horror Nights 20 at Universal Studios, and Howl-O-Scream 11 at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Included is an interview with Halloween Horror Nights creators Mike Aiello, Patrick Braillard, and TJ Mannarino. Plus, we have plenty of Disney and theme park news and we share your questions and stories. Read more about this episode at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/282
  • ITM: Show 281 - August 22nd, 2010
    After the news, we visit the World of Cars Online premiere event including interviews with actor Cheech Marin and Pixar's Cars Franchise Manager Jay Ward to learn more about the new online community and more Pixar fun. Then Skipper Ben takes us to Neverland on Peter Pan's Flight and ITM listener Reid reviews the Toy Story 3 video game. Read more about this episode at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/281
  • ITM: Show 280 - August 15th, 2010
    Following news of big changes in the Fantasyland expansion and possible new theme park ticket options, we visit Star Wars Celebration V for Disney's panel discussion about the upcoming Star Tours reimagining as well as the ride's development along with the history of Indiana Jones in Disney's parks. The discussion features special guests Walt Disney Imagineer Jason Surrell and none other than C-3PO himself, Anthony Daniels. Read more about this episode at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/280
  • ITM: Show 279 - August 8th, 2010
    Get ready to get hungry as Ricky reviews the new Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria at Epcot, including interviews with Epcot vice president Dan Cockerell, Patina Restaurant Group CEO Nick Valenti, and executive chef Charlie Restivo. We also take you to the latest Disney Store opening in Santa Monica where Amy Rocchio follows up with Disney Store president Jim Fielding to find out guest reactions to the new store designs. Plus, we have plenty of exciting Disney news and answers to your Disney questions. Read more about this episode at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/279
  • ITM: Video - Via Napoli Italian restaurant and pizzeria grand opening at Epcot in Walt Disney World - 08/6/10
    On August 5, 2010, the Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria grand opened at Walt Disney World's Epcot theme park in Orlando, Florida. The partnership between Disney and the Patina Restaurant Group offers authentic Italian flavors with a focus on Neapolitan pizza. Hear more about this video in Show 279 of the Inside the Magic audio podcast at http://www.insidethemagic.net/podcasts/279

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