Universal Escape Resort, Orlando

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    Universal Studios, Orlando

    Visitors can 'come ride the movies' at Unviersal Studios Orlando
    After posing for pictures at the famous Universal Globe, you enter the park and find yourself on Sunset Boulevard, from there the pathways lead you around to visit some movie classics: 'ET', 'Men in Black', 'The Mummy', 'Jaws', 'Shrek' and 'Twister' all have rides themed around them.
    The Studios also has a number of live shows, again based on film and television: 'Beetlejuce', 'Animal Actors' and 'Barney' the loveable Dinosaur for the tiny tots.
    The latest addition is 'The Simpsons Ride', added in 2008. Homer, Bart, Lisa and Marge can often be found posing for photographs with guests, along with a host of other Universal characters.

    Look out for the brand new rollercoaster 'Rip Ride Rockit' coming in 2009

  • Islands of Adventure

    Islands of Adventure

    Universals second theme park offers a visual treat for visitors with five distinct and individually themed 'lands'. 'Seuss Landing' is aimed at the younger family members, with the fictional characters of Dr. Seuss. Rides here include 'The Cat in the Hat', 'One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish' and 'Carosussel'.
    The 'Lost Continent' is home to 'The Voyage of Sinbad' stunt show and 'Poseidons Fury'.
    'Jurassic Park' is based on the films and features the 'Jurassic River Adventures'
    'Toon Lagoon' is a cartoon cutout world of vivid colours and awsome water rides including 'Bilgerat Barges' and 'Ripsaw Falls'
    'Marvel Super Hero Island' is where you will find the Hulk' rollercoaster and 'Dr. Doom's Fearfall'

    Guests visiting Islands of Advenute after June 18th 2010 can also visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
    This area will feature many of the shopping and dining experiences from the novels and films, along with two re-themed rides (Flying Unicorn and Duelling Dragons) along with a brand new ride through Hogwarts Castle - Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.

  • Citywalk

    Citywalk

    Citywalk is the central point between the car parks, Universal Studios and Islands Of Adventure parks, but it's much more than just a walk through, with a lively mix of shopping, restaurants, bars and clubs it is a destination in its own right.

    A great place for a meal break from the parks the restaurants here include 'Bubba Gumps Shrimp Co', 'Hard Rock Cafe', 'NBA Cafe', 'Nascar Cafe', 'Jimmy Buffets Margaritaville' and 'Emerils' for fine dining. Clubs include 'The Groove' and 'Pat O'Briens'. Look out for occasional live entertainment on the Citywalk stage.

    Also at Citywalk is 'Hardrock Live' a live music venue which hosts many top names, plus the 'Aquos Theatre', home to the 'Blue Man Group' a unique form of entertainment and a great experience.

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