Details about the theme park in the world of Harry Potter “opening in spring 2010
ORLANDO, Florida (September 15, 2009) – Orlando Resort, along with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, today unveiled first details on the incredible reach of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Universal Universal also announced that the highly anticipated land will be very open in spring 2010
Inspired by JK Rowling’s compelling stories and characters – and faithful to the visual landscapes of the films – The Magical World of Harry Potter at Universal Islands of Adventure will provide visitors with a one-of-kind experience complete with multiple attractions, shopping and eating establishment firm. This immersion in the environment completely transcend the generations and bring the wonder and magic of the incredibly detailed Harry Potter books and movies to life
The expectations of fans of Harry Potter are tall and Universal Orlando Resort is working closely with JK Rowling, Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Warner Bros. Harry Potter brand team to ensure that The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be an experience a lifetime. Guests will enjoy Butterbeer in Three Broomsticks, Zonko purchase Extendable Ears and experience in one-of-the-art attraction that brings state of Harry Potter stories to life in a way never before imaginedMovies Harry Potter production designer Stuart Craig and art director, Alan Gilmore, in cooperation with a body of Universal Creative artisans working daily to build the most authentic Harry Potter, the experience possible.
“All the action and adventures of Harry Potter’s world will come to life here at the Universal Orlando Resort,” said Tom Williams, chairman and CEO of Universal Parks and Resorts. “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be unlike any other experience on earth and can not wait to see the looks on our guests faces when entering this rich environment.
“Harry Potter continues to spark the imagination of fans of all ages really have seen continue to build anticipation for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter,” said Brad Globe, president Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “We are excited to share with fans a first look at the world truly happy we are bringing to life with all our partners at Universal Orlando Resort.
From the front bow to the immensity Hogsmeade Hogwarts castle, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will have the places listed below
- Before going back to Hogsmeade, the Emporio Filch of Seized is filled with the Ministry of Magic and magical creatures goods, Omnioculars, remote control and even Golden Snitch- At the entrance to Hogsmeade, steam billowing and whistle iconic arrival of the Hogwarts Express at Hogsmeade Station – Across the way is Zonko’s shop, a joke with a collection of tips and tricks even extensible ears and Telescopes Boxing Sneakoscopes – Honeydukes is next door and full of chocolate frogs and all treated as “Bertie Bott’s Flavor Beans – The Three Broomsticks and The Hog’s Head adjacent bar offers traditional British food and drinks, including beer butter and pumpkin juice – Faced with the Three Broomsticks is Owlery where owls rest and wait for his next installment – The Owl Post sends letters with a certified stamp of Hogsmeade and sale of official seals of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – wand shop is an incredible Ollivanders interactive experience where the wand chooses the wizard – complete Hogsmeade is Dervish and Bang, the magical instruments and equipment shop with Quidditch team, clothing Triwizard, Spectrespecs and Remembralls – The first attraction Dragon Challenge, has a rate twice as high roller coaster with many iconic elements of the Triwizard Tournament – The following is the flight of the Hippogriff, a family mountain training flight simulating a Hippogriff on the grounds of Hogwarts Castle – Located in the castle of Hogwarts, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is a new state-of-the-art thrill ride that new uses of technology in full for the magic, characters and stories of Harry Potter to life in ways never before experienced.
“This idea Universal and Warner Bros. team shares an incredible passion and commitment to make this destination a unique environment surrounding that touch the lives of our customers,” said Mark Woodbury, president of Universal Creative
“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is another way fans can experience and enjoy Harry Potter for many years to come,” said Diane Nelson, president of Warner Premiere, which is also responsible for overseeing the team of Harry Potter brand around the world. “The power of this brand speaks for itself, as the enthusiasm of our dedicated fans around the world continues to grow even stronger as we move into the future.
The series of books by author JK Rowling has been translated into 67 languages with more than 400 million copies sold in over 200 territories around the world. The films, produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, have grossed more than $ 5.3 billion in worldwide box office, what makes Harry Potter the most successful film franchise in historyHarry Potter remains a global phenomenon.