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Tag: Wizarding World of Harry Potter

  • 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,…

  • Wizarding World of Harry Potter Tickets

    The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is located within 5 of the 6 Universal Studios parks, in Hollywood, Orlando, Osaka, and Beijing. For the purposes of this article, I will be focusing on Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Studios Orlando. If you are looking for information about Universal Studios in Osaka or Universal Studios in…

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    Tips for Casting Spells in Hogsmeade

    Here are my tips for casting spells in Hogsmeade. Not really a tip, but you must have an interactive wand in order to cast spells. Tip #1: Keep Your Wrist Still According to a Wizarding World Emplyee, I was flicking my wrist too much. Or maybe I was flourishing it too much?. Remind you of…

  • Universal Studios Hollywood February 2022 Updates, Tips, & Tricks

    Universal Studios Hollywood updates, tips, & tricks from my February 17 trip. COVID Restrictions With state and county restrictions lessening, the mask mandate for Universal Studios has been lifted. Masks are still required indoors, but you are no longer required to wear them outdoors. They also did not check for covid vaccination or negative test…

  • Universal Studios Hollywood Ride Rankings-based on 1/12/22 Trip

    A couple of things before I get into the rankings… #9 Pets Off the Leash Now, Pets Off the Leash doesn’t usually rate super high for me to begin with. It’s a cute ride, but generally speaking, I prefer the thrill rides. That said…it was really hot when we went to the park, and I…

  • My Christmas Eve Universal Experience: Hogsmeade

    Going to an amusement park on Christmas Eve has become a tradition for me. And, although I don’t go every year, I try to go when I can. This year I chose to have a Christmas Eve Universal Experience in Hollywood. Harry Potter & the Forbidden Journey I started my Christmas Eve Universal Experience in…

  • Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure Private VIP Tour

    The VIP Tour was probably my favorite part of the trip. Really, there are no probablies about it–it was my favorite. For those of you that aren’t familiar, Universal Studios offers group and private VIP tours. For my birthday, since I had come into some money, I went for the private VIP tour option. This…

  • Universal Orlando Private VIP Tour for an Epic Birthday

    Updated 12/17/23 Universal Orlando Private VIP Tour was probably my favorite part of the trip. Really, there are no probablies about it–it was my favorite. For those of you that aren’t familiar, Universal Studios offers group and private VIP tours. For my birthday, since I had come into some money, I went for the private…