Orlando and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

We just got back from visiting Orlando, FL and more specifically Universal Studio's Islands of Adventures. We were able to experience first hand the Harry Potter area they have created there. It was crowded, but lots of fun. Butterbeer was great. I recommend getting the frozen (icee/slush type). The Dragon Challenge ride was great. The flight of the Hippogriff was good and the Forbidden Journey smiulated broom flight made me sick (unsettled stomach). But Kate, Jordan, Kammie, Zack and my sisters loved it. We ate at the three broomsticks, braved the two hour line to get into Olivander's Wand shop, sent mail from the "Owl Post" and got goodies from Honeydukes. It was very fun.


The Hogwarts Express



Entering Hogsmeade...



A view of the Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry behind us.



A view of Hogsmeade...


Watching a DVD back at the hotel.