Universal Orlando Resort (USO, IOA) Discussion Thread

[BDGFavorite element on SkyRush is the Stengel Dive!]

I sort of like it.

It's alright. And much more future-proof than for example a Harry Potter themed hotel.

[Hilltopper39Don't make me kick you in the donkey!]

I swear this is a hotel somewhere in Dayton Beach that looks just like this place, don't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing.

[jedimaster1227Open Up Happiness]

Universal Orlando has sent us a press advisory about their recent visit by Shaquille O'Neal and his stop at Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.

“Inside the NBA” analyst and former basketball superstar Shaquille O’Neal was hosted by Universal Orlando Resort on July 9, 2012 and encountered some tiny, yellow friends during his visit. The mischievous minions met the basketball veteran in front of the all-new attraction, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, at the beginning of his day at Universal Studios Florida. This brand-new ride is a hilarious and heart-warming journey that combines a new storyline, new animation, the latest 3-D technology – and the heart, outrageous humor and memorable characters of the hit animated film.

[neovortex2kHoly crap you have a HUGE donkey!]

I hope the ride is better than the film. After seeing the film I really didn't think it warranted its own ride in a theme park.

[coasterfreak101Gimme Some Candy!]

^Even if not everyone liked it, kids love it. They're all over the Minions, so anything with the little yellow guys will be a huge hit for families visiting the park. Plus, the movie made plenty of money, and they've got a sequel coming out as well - as a business decision, this was probably the best family ride they could've replaced Neutron with.

[BryceWhich came first the turtle or the donkey?]

I hope the ride is better than the film. After seeing the film I really didn't think it warranted its own ride in a theme park.

Are you kidding? I loved that movie! The minions are chaotic and crazy, and are perfect for a wild simulator.

[cfcI've gone pantless!]

I wasn't a big fan of the movie, either. I liked Gru, but didn't think the Minions were all that funny. However, I think it'll work well enough as a simulator ride.

[The49erWhat would donkeys be like on the moon?]

Is that ride actually good? My whole family liked the movie.

Also, I think I just clocked 200 posts! Woohoo!

[ECZenithGood to the last drop]

Wow, I was very surprised to see that it looks like Universal Orlando is getting Transformers! Looks like work is progressing quickly. I have not yet ridden the Hollywood version but I hear it's amazing, how lucky are we to have two of these types of rides at neighboring parks? Long live the dark ride!

http://screamscape.com/html/usf-bld44_0.htm

[triggernelBonafide Donkey Expert]

Just saw a post on Facebook. Looks like Universal may have finally received the Golden Ticket for Best Ticket that it deserved! Not sure which one yet, but this has been a long time coming.

EDIT: Looks like it was Forbidden Journey. Great to hear!