I've heard insane stories of the crowds and long lines (even well after the grand opening), but couldnt pass up the chance to go when the opportunity presented itself! Sorry, Lelaine...we'll go back, promise! :)
Apparently, semi-rainy overcast days are great days to go theme parks. There was barely any traffic getting to Universal, parking was a breeze, and lines were minimal. The morning started out gray and pretty chilly (by FL standards) with some mist/drizzle but once the sun made its way out, the day both cleared up and warmed up. Taking advantage of the sparse crowds, we checked out Honeydukes Candy Shop, Zonko's Joke Shop, Ollivander's Wand Shop, Hogwart's Castle and it's accompaning impressive (and equally naseauting) broomstick adventure ride. Next stops were the Hippograff ride and then the renamed Dueling Dragons rollercoaster where we waited for the first car. I didn't mind waiting actually since it gave me some time to concentrate on not barfing!
Before leaving HP land, we revisited Honeydukes for some candy and then purchased a butterbeer to share before heading out to the other islands and grabbing lunch. We finished up our Universal visit with Poseidon's Adventure and then walked over to ride the Hulk.
And then I was offically done...and when I say done, I mean sick to my stomach. I was so done in fact that I couldn't even bring myself to have some Ben & Jerry's ice cream. And for those of you who know just HOW much I love ice cream, that should tell you how terrible I felt.
LOL...I'm going to chalk that day up to just a fluke. I dont generally get motion sickness that bad, but I have a feeling that it's probably more due to old age rather than having an off day. Ha!
Regardless, I had a great time and am excited I got to check it out. Universal did a great job with HP Land and I'm sure I'll be back to visit again!
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