| I'm a fan of Harry Potter having read most of the | | | | innovative filmmaking - specially designed and |
| books and seen all the movies. So I'm anxiously | | | | developed for this brand-new adventure. |
| anticipating the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter | | | | The attraction's newly created ride system envelops |
| exhibit opening this June at Universal Orlando Resort. | | | | guests in filmed action scenes and moves those |
| It promises, "from magical spells to magical creatures, | | | | scenes with them as they travel through the ride, |
| from dark villains to daring heroes....Plus pulse-pounding | | | | allowing more time in the center of the adventure |
| rides and attractions that transport you." | | | | and with their favorite characters. Universal says, |
| Well I admit my pulse is pumping right now just | | | | "this fusion of robotic technology and filmed scenes |
| thinking about walking in to Hogwarts Castle. I'll be | | | | has never been achieved until now." |
| able to visit Dumbledore's office, the Defence | | | | The ride takes about an hour. Wow, that'll make |
| Against the Dark Arts Classroom, the Gryffindor | | | | standing in line worth it. There are 12 different |
| common room and the Room-of-Requirement with | | | | scenes in the attraction. And of course my favorite |
| its hundreds of floating candles. I'll even be able to | | | | characters will be there, Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, |
| soar over the castle. | | | | Hermoine Granger and Professor Dumbledore. I heard |
| But the absolute best thing I'm looking forward to is | | | | that Fred and George Weasley might make an |
| being swept into a Quidditch match. A Quidditch | | | | appearance as well. I hope so. You never know what |
| match is a wizarding sport played on broomsticks | | | | to expect from those two rascals. |
| that's popular among wizards and witches. I wonder if | | | | The last time I was at Universal Studios in Orlando I |
| they'll let me have my own broom. I want to be on | | | | had a Grrrreat Time-fun, fun, and fun. I can't wait to |
| Harry's team. I would love to catch the "Golden | | | | visit the new Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey |
| Snitch," after all its worth 150 points. | | | | exhibit. And if Harry Potter is not your thing, no |
| The technological innovations are supposed to be off | | | | worries mate-Go anyway. Instead, you can swing |
| the chart. Some of the technology was invented just | | | | above the streets with Spider Man or help Shrek |
| for this exhibit. It's a first-ever combination of | | | | save Princess Fiona or battle those pesky aliens |
| live-action, advanced robotic technology and | | | | alongside Agent J. Did I mention how much fun it is? |