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Category: Universal Studios Hollywood

  • My Visit to Super Nintendo World

    I went to Super Nintendo World earlier this week for the soft opening, and I loved it. Let me tell you about it. The Soft Opening First of all, this is a soft opening, so while mostly anyone can attend (more on that in a minute), they are still working out some of the kinks…

  • Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios

    Super Nintendo World takes you inside the video game where you get to play Mario Kart, eat at Toadstool Cafe, and purchase themed merch. What To Expect Super Nintendo World is set to open on February 17 of this year. And, like the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, it is very interactive. You can purchase…

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    Experience the Magic of Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood

    Super Nintendo World takes you inside the video game where you get to play Mario Kart, eat at Toadstool Cafe, and purchase themed merch. What To Expect at Universal Hollywood’s Super Nintendo World The world is set to open on February 17 of this year. And, like the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, it is…

  • How to Cast Spells in Hogsmeade

    One of the things I love to do when I’m at Universal Studios is to cast spells. One thing I’ve learned is that it isn’t as easy as it looks. Here’s how to cast spells in Hogsmeade. General Tips The Spells Ascendio Expelliarmus Reparo Aquamenti Alohamora Incendio Wingardium Leviosa For help booking your Universal Studios…

  • Casting spells at Hogsmeade at Universal Studios: A magical experience for all ages

    The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios is a dream come true for any Harry Potter fan. From the cobblestone streets of Hogsmeade to the majestic Hogwarts castle, every detail is perfectly recreated. And, one of the most magical things you can do at the Wizarding World is cast spells! To cast spells,…

  • Universal Studios Hollywood Attraction Guide

    Universal Studios is one of my favorite places to go in SoCal. Because of this, I’ve gotten pretty familiar with the park over the years. This is my Universal Studios Hollywood Attraction Guide. For the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Universal Orlando Attraction Guide go here. The Lower Lot & Springfield I typically start with…

  • The Ultimate Guide to Universal Studios Hollywood Attractions

    Universal Studios is one of my favorite places to go in SoCal. Because of this, I’ve gotten pretty familiar with the park over the years. This is my Universal Studios Hollywood Attraction Guide. For the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Universal Orlando Attraction Guide go here. The Lower Lot & Springfield I typically start with…

  • Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood Review

    I love Universal Studios–both Hollywood and Orlando. But, I had never gone to Halloween Horror Nights at either park. That is, until this year. I went to Halloween Horror Nights early in the season this year, and here is my Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood Review. You can get more information about Halloween Horror Nights Orlando…

  • Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood: How Scary is It?

    One thing I learned really fast when I started doing Universal Studios videos on Youtube is that Halloween Horror Nights videos are very popular. I went to Halloween Horror Nights for the first time this year. And, the big question is ‘how scary is it?’ The answer is, it depends. What Scares You How scary…

  • Universal Studios Hollywood Crowd Calendar

    I’ve mentioned once or twice that I only go to Universal Studios when it’s not crowded. And, that’s why I haven’t been to Universal in awhile, and why I rarely go in the summer. So, how do I know when it’s not crowded? I use a crowd calendar. Ghost Town The best time to go…