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Why You Want to Buy a Wand When Visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando

February 27, 2019 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

If you are wondering "Is buying a wand worth it?", "Do I need a wand to visit Harry Potter world?" or  "Do I want to buy a wand before visiting the Wizarding World at Universal?" I've got answers for you (briefly; yes, maybe, and no -- buy your wand at the park!) If you are spending the day wandering around Diagon Alley at Universal Studios or in Hogsmeade within Islands … [Read more...]

Sneak a Peek at the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium Gift Shop, at Universal City Walk Orlando

August 4, 2017 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

From the moment I set eyes on the new Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen, I knew I had to eat there. We stepped into Universal's City Walk area, and there was this giant whimsical factory-like building sitting there across the waterway, just begging to be explored. That first afternoon I convinced my family to walk over the bridge and take a look at … [Read more...]

A Look Inside Ollivanders Interactive Wand Show, Universal Orlando’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter

July 24, 2017 by Deanna Tousignant 7 Comments

One of the many magical moments to be experienced within Universal Orlando's magical Wizarding World of Harry Potter is a visit to Ollivanders Wand Shop where "the wand chooses the wizard". The wand choosing show is a close up, intimate, and fun, interactive experience for Harry Potter fans of all ages. If you're wondering how to get picked for a wand at Universal, what the … [Read more...]

Why You NEED to Eat at Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen, Universal City Walk Orlando

October 15, 2016 by Deanna Tousignant 7 Comments

When my family talks about returning to Universal Orlando one of the first things that always comes up is heading back to Toothsome's. From the moment I set eyes on Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen I just knew I had to eat there. Before leaving for our trip to Orlando I had read online that there was a new steampunk + chocolate themed restaurant … [Read more...]

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