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New details announced for Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort

New details announced for Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort

Mar 18, 2019 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets 0

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will combine a new level of storytelling and innovative coaster technology with rich environments and sets – including an actual forest with more...
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Universal Orlando Resort announces name and opening date for new Wizarding World roller coaster

Universal Orlando Resort announces name and opening date for new Wizarding World roller coaster

Feb 21, 2019 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets 0

For the first time ever, guests to Universal Orlando Resort can join Hagrid as they fly beyond the grounds of Hogwarts castle on a new roller coaster ride that plunges into the paths of some of the...
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Comcast reports $2.6 billion in theme park revenue for first half of 2018

Comcast reports $2.6 billion in theme park revenue for first half of 2018

Jul 26, 2018 Asia, Business, News, North America, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets 0

The parks saw higher per capita spending driven by the successful openings of several new attractions including Fast & Furious -Supercharged in Orlando , partially offset by the timing of spring...
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Universal Theme Park Revenues Increase 7.7% In Third Quarter on Strength of IP Brands

Universal Theme Park Revenues Increase 7.7% In Third Quarter on Strength of IP Brands

Oct 26, 2017 Asia, Business, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets 0

The increase reflects the continued success of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ attraction in Hollywood, which opened in April 2016, and the openings of Minion Park™ in Japan in April 2017...
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What’s your favorite dark ride memory?

What’s your favorite dark ride memory?

Aug 28, 2017 #69 - Game Changers, 2017, Asia, Attractions, Features, North America, Theme Parks, World markets 0

Whether it’s an intimate ride with your sweetheart, an interactive competition with your family or an educational journey through time, dark rides bring people of all ages together to share a...
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Christie Named Official Projection System Partner for All Universal Theme Parks and CityWalk Complexes in North America

Christie Named Official Projection System Partner for All Universal Theme Parks and CityWalk Complexes in North America

Jul 19, 2016 Business, News, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail 0

Cypress, CA, USA (July 19, 2016) – Universal Parks & Resorts has entered into a corporate partnership agreement with Christie®, which will see Christie delivering the latest projection...
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King Kong Returns to Universal Orlando in State of the Art Skull Island Attraction

King Kong Returns to Universal Orlando in State of the Art Skull Island Attraction

May 06, 2015 News, Theme Parks 0

Orlando, FL, USA (May 6, 2015) – King Kong will rule at Universal Orlando Resort next year in the groundbreaking attraction,“Skull Island: Reign of Kong.” The new attraction will open...
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Universal Orlando Steams Ahead With Immersive Hogwarts Express Attraction Linking Parks

Universal Orlando Steams Ahead With Immersive Hogwarts Express Attraction Linking Parks

Mar 14, 2014 Features, Headlines, News, Theme Parks 0

Orlando, FL, USA (March 14, 2014) – Today, Universal Orlando revealed never-before-released details about the Hogwarts Express experience that will debut as part of The Wizarding World of Harry...
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