Tag: Attractions

Al’s Top Five Favorite Rides at Universal

I love going to Universal almost as much as going to Disney so these are the rides that make me like Universal. 

5. Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is a good ride in Harry Potter land. Forbidden Journey is a ride where you fly around on a broom. Harry Potter and Ron Weasley fly with you around the school and then things pop out at you such as a dragon, spiders, and dementors! During the ride you are also playing a game of quidditch. This ride does not go upside down but it goes so far back it is like you are lying down! 

4. Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges

Popeye (I call this ride Popeye for short) is a water ride on a barge which is more fun than it sounds. Although this ride will have you super wet after you do it, this ride is still a very exciting ride for almost anyone in the family. This ride is also fun because there are about 6 other people with you on this ride so everybody on the barge laughs at each other when they get wet! This is a good ride to do if you do not mind getting wet and if you want to cool down in the sun. 

3. Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts 

Escape from Gringotts is a roller coaster in Gringotts bank. The theme is crazy if you read the books and watch the movies. The point of the ride is that Voldemort and his assistant Belllatrix break into a very secure bank and they ask you where Harry Potter is because you were with him and his friends earlier. Then Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Bill (Ron’s brother) get you out! 

2. The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man

Spider-Man is a very fun ride to do at whatever age! Spider-Man is a ride in a closed car where you see the spectacular adventures of Spider-Man. Spider-Man is fighting bad guys while you help. In the ride you are recruited to help Spider-Man defeat Doc Ock and his evil crew. In the ride the bad guys attack you. Then Spider-Man saves you just at the last moment! 

1. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure

My favorite ride in all of the Universal parks is Hagrid’s Motorbike Adventure! Lots of people agree with me that Hagrid is the best ride in Universal, and I even go as far as to say Hagrid is the best ride including Disney! Hagrid is a super fun roller coaster where you go with Hagrid to see animals and different creatures. In this ride you can sit in either a bike or a little seat on a sidecar. If you go to Universal this is a must do. 

Honorable Mention: 

Jurassic Park River Adventure

Jurassic Park River Adventure is a ride where you are going on a journey to see dinosaurs, but you take a wrong turn and go into a restricted area. You keep going up until a T-Rex comes out and there is a huge drop! 

Those are my favorite rides in all of Universal!

Festival Of The Lion King Review

Festival Of The Lion King is an awesome show in Animal Kingdom!

Simba!

Update: Due to the corona virus pandemic, Festival Of The Lion King now has physical distancing guidelines.

Tip: Festival Of The Lion King has VERY long lines to get into the show. You want to make sure you know the time of when the show starts and try to get in line early so you don’t wait for a long time.

In Festival Of The Lion King, you sit in a large room with other people and watch a live show celebrating Simba. Each section of seats is separated into sections. You will either sit in the elephant, warthog, giraffe, or lion sections. Your job is to make noises like either an elephant, warthog, giraffe, or lion. No one ever knows what sound a warthog or a giraffe makes.

You will hear songs from The Lion King Movie sung live, crazy trampoline acrobatics, and you will even see FIRE! (Don’t worry, nothing will catch on fire.)

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Every year we go to Disney World (except we couldn’t go this year because of the pandemic), and my family and I always see this show. We never get tired of it. Festival Of The Lion King is a very upbeat and happy show that puts you in a good mood.

Another great thing about this show is that because it is indoors it has AIR CONDITIONING and if you are going to Disney World in the summer, you are going to be so happy to cool off during the show.

Reopening Rides And Entertainment In Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom will be opening on July 11 while Hollywood Studios and Epcot will open on July 15. Below I will be telling you about the rides and shows that will be reopening at Magic Kingdom. I will do separate articles on the other three parks.

These are all the attractions that will be open:

  • It’s A Small World
  • Astro Orbiter
Astro Orbiter
  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
  • Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
  • Carousel Of Progress
  • Country Bear Jamboree
  • Dumbo The Flying Elephant
Dumbo The Flying Elephant
  • Jungle Cruise
  • Liberty Square Riverboat
  • Mad Tea Party
  • Mickey’s PhillarMagic
  • Peter Pan’s Flight
  • Pirates of the Caribbean
  • Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
  • Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
  • Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom
  • Swiss Family Treehouse
  • The Barnstormer
  • The Hall of Presidents
The Hall Of Presidents
  • The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
  • The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
  • Tom Sawyer Island
  • Tomorrowland Speedway
  • Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover
  • Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid

This is all the entertainment that will be open:

  • Main Street Philharmonic
  • Character Cavalcades along the parade route:
  • The Royal Princess Processional
  • Mickey & Friends Cavalcade
  • Fantasyland Friends Cavalcade
  • A Goofy Cavalcade
  • Tinker Bell & the Lost Treasure

If you are going to Disney World soon stay safe and remember to social distance from others!

The Enchanted Tiki Room

This show is in Magic Kingdom and many people just walk right pass it and there is NEVER A LINE!

If you want to get away from the Disney crowd and want to sit in air conditioning then you should do the show The Enchanted Tiki Room.

First there is a pre-show outside. Then you go indoors and watch a show with auto-animation birds singing.

The pre-show.

The show is bright, fun, and colorful. I would really recommend doing it!

Below is a video of the beginning of The Enchanted Tiki Room.

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Beauty and the Beast Live On Stage Review

Beauty and the Beast Live On Stage is in Hollywood Studios.

It is a musical outdoors (there is a cover and tons of fans) that tells the story of Beauty and the Beast.

If you are looking for something to do then you should go to Beauty and the Beast Live On Stage because it will take you out of the heat. Even though it is outside, it is under a cover and has fans.

Beauty and the Beast Live On Stage has a lot of singing and dancing too!

The best part about this show is that it NEVER has a line so you don’t have to wait to see it.

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Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railroad Is Now Open

Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railroad opened today, March 4, 2020 in Hollywood Studios.

This attraction is in the Chinese Theater. This ride is a BIG deal because this is Mickey and Minnie’s first attraction!

I will tell you a little more about the ride. First, when you walk inside the Chinese Theater you are going to see Mickey’s newest short, Perfect Picnic. Then, Goofy pops out off the screen and invites you to join him on a train trip. Along the way you will meet a new character named Chuuby who is destined to be a fan favorite.

Keep a look out for Hidden Mickeys! Micky and Minnie’s Runaway Railway has the largest collection of hidden Mickeys in the whole WORLD!!

I hope you enjoy this ride!

Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy Review

Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy opened in March of 2019 so we went on it for the first time in August.

Lightning McQueen teaching.

Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy is an indoor show where Lightning McQueen teaches you how to be a race car driver.

There is a twist though. Want to find out what the twist is? You will have to go to Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy to find out!

What do you think is the right answer?

The show is super fun and everyone in the family will enjoy this ride. Tip: if it’s raining outside then you should definitely do this show since you will be out of the rain, but it WILL be crowded.

The only complaint I have is when we went it was really crowded and there was a long line.

Be prepared to wait in line since Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy is new!

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The Muppets Have Returned To Magic Kingdom for President’s Day Weekend

Yes, the Muppets are back for President’s Day Weekend!

For those of you that don’t know The Muppets Present Great Moments of History was a live show you could watch in Liberty Square. The Muppets would sing songs and sign the Declaration of Independence. Unfortunately, this amazing show closed a couple months ago.

Now though, for President’s Day Weekend, you can watch the live show again! It will only be for a limited time so go over to Liberty Square to see the show this President’s Day Weekend!

Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!

What I Like About It

The Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! is located in Hollywood Studios. It’s a stunt show with fire and explosions. The fire and explosions are from the Indiana Jones movie. They show some behind the scenes and stunts from how they made the movies. They pick people from the audience to help with the stunts. You must be 18 or older to participate. There is also a surprise during the show!

What I Don’t Like About It

When it’s raining they stop the show. It can be annoying when you’ve been waiting in line but be prepared!

A Beginner’s Guide to the Festival of Fantasy Parade

On my last trip to Disney World I got to see the spectacular parade!

Before we saw the parade we ate lunch at Tony’s Town Square. I would suggest going to eat lunch at Tony’s Town Square because it has a parade package. The parade package means you get a great view of the parade. Though this also means that you have to eat a full meal at Tony’s Town Square including dessert. It is a lot of food!

My advice is to eat early and to order something light. Another great thing about Tony’s Town Square is it’s right next to where the parade starts.

I would totally recommend using the parade package because you get to stand in the reserved section while everyone who didn’t use the parade package has to fight for a good spot to stand.

Here is the video of the parade in Magic Kingdom:

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