Thanks to Inside the Magic, we have a video of the Flight of the Hippogriff ride at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park!
…what I did see upon walking across the bridge from the Lost Continent to Jurassic Park was that the Flight of the Hippogriff roller coaster was being tested, with several Hippogriff-adorned trains running the tracks, some with a Universal employee or two riding, some empty.
It’s interesting how Islands of Adventure’s Flying Unicorn roller coaster has been around for several years, often seen as a “kiddie” coaster and ignored by older guests, but now has suddenly become a focal point by being re-themed to Flight of the Hippogriff.
Today there didn’t appear to be much hope for an early opening of any part of the Wizarding World during regular park hours today. While the Hogwarts Express train was blowing its steam whistle regularly, nearby a loud noise of a power tool also sounded for a short moment, indicating that construction continues, at least in small doses. A walk through the Dueling Dragons queue (still leading up through the exit) let me spot a man working on some electrical wiring on the wall outside Dervish and Banges.
We have 2 more photos and an official video from Matthew Lewis, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrain and the Phelps Twins’ trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park. See the photos in the gallery and the video below!
There are some more photos and a few videos from Matthew Lewis, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrain and the Phelps Twins’ trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park today! View the photos in the Lewis Lovers gallery and the videos below:
Harry Potter stars Matthew Lewis, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrane and the Phelps Twins are in Florida right now touring the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park and we have a photo. The photo also comes with a new report on the park!
It feels as though I’ve landed straight inside JK Rowling’s mind. Potter fans are going to love it. In fact, so too, will those who haven’t even seen one of the films. ‘I’ve basically built a film set,’ beams Alan Gilmore, the brain behind the aesthetics of the park as both Art Director to the attraction and several of the films. ‘I believe you could film scenes here if you wanted.’
Inside the Magic has a new report from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter using Twitter updates from people who were in attendance.
Hogsmeade Village store fronts contain interactive elements that include the Quick Quotes Quill and plants that spring to life as you pass by.
The Ollivander’s Wand Shop experience seems to embody the concept of the wand “choosing” you. Guests work with a “shop owner” to determine which magic wand is the best fit. Guests try to cast spells that include levitating flowers or moving a ladder. If the wand is not a correct fit, special music and lighting makes it clear. A gust of air confirms a right choice.
At the Owlry, four different of Harry Potter postmarks are available to choose from.
You enter Dragon Challenge (former Dueling Dragons) through the Champion’s tent and you catch a glimpse of the Triwizard Tournament Cup and the golden eggs from the dragon challenge. Shadows of fighting dragons are seen in the tent above the loading area.
Street performers include girls from the Beauxbatons Academy of Magic performing a ribbon dance and guys from the Durmstrang Institute wielding staffs. The Hogwarts frog choir is comprised of live singers with puppets who sing the “Something Wicked This Way Comes” song heard on the third Harry Potter film.
At the Flight of the Hippogriff attraction, guests have encounters in some form with Hagrid, Fang, and Buckbeak. Before riding, you bow to a full-size moving Hippogriff.
Apparel available for purchase includes an “I served time in Azkaban” T-shirt.
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