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Universal Orlando / Islands of Adventure Updates

Postby Erik Johnson » Fri Jul 20, 2007 6:11 am

I figured I would "borrow" arrowfanman's idea in that I will put all my updates from Orlando's Universal/IOA into one thread. Since there will be a lot going on over the next two years, it would be much easier to have them all in one thread. While not much is going on right now stuff will start changing once the summer ends, especially with things gear up for the new Harry Potter area. Anyways, I will just start with some random photos of Universal as well as some of IOA, with a concentration on the Lost Continent area.
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Food fit for a god.
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This is the new pineapple runt.
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I guess you do not have to pay if you get there after 4:00 PM.
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This is IOA from the E.T. parking garage area.
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Hi Cameron.
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A storm approaches.
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I honestly heard a lot more German today than English.
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Yes, the summer crowds are here.
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The Mummy was broken down. I will try again later.
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Because of the incoming storm, Jaws was closed.
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Not much new over in the Simpsons area that has not been covered already.
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I honestly thought the Fear Factor attraction was closed for good. I guess I was wrong.
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Well, I better find some shelter before I get rained on.
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I love Florida summer storms. They usually only last 15-20 minutes, and that they clear out parks.
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3 rides on the Mummy in 25 minutes. I love the single rider line. The ride was running really well today.
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Might as well head on over to IOA.
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This area has changed with the new Blue Man Group addition. This is the new side entrance to the park.
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It is a good show, you should check it out.
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A reverse shot of the new side gate/entrance.
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The old side entrance looks a little sad now.
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Wow, it is now $79.99 for a 1 day/2 park pass. It only costs us $99 to renew our AP passes.
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Most all the attractions were still closed due to lightning.
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VW owners get a special viewing area for the new water/ski show.
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I guess they are trying to corner the Cypress Gardens market.
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Closed Hulk through the trees.
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Wow, the fire was working today.
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As of 7/20/07:
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A blurry picture of the current menu. At least the gooey banana dessert is back.
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The BBQ Chicken wrap was quite tasty and it filled you up. Great service today Mythos. Thanks!
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Plus I had some entertainment while I ate.
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Stupid people are awesome.
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I wonder if this will be around a year from now.
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I also wonder about this guy.
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Postby Disney Dood » Fri Jul 20, 2007 6:20 am

The talking fountain better never leave. That fountain broke some kid's glasses when he got shot in the face with a jet.
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Postby Erik Johnson » Fri Jul 20, 2007 6:38 am

Part 2.
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I still simply love Dueling Dragons.
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I have never noticed the bench in the DD queue before.
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I decided to try out the 2nd row of both Fire and Ice today. Honestly, I did.
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Just as a joke, they placed Ice on Fire's track to see if anybody would notice.
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I hope they keep DD the same when Harry Potter takes over.
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Pyrrock/Blizzrock > Ravenclaw/Hufflepuff
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The ultimate in roller coaster merchandise.
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Even the other one was lit.
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I decided to ride the Flying Unicorn today.
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It was starting to get dark.
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Oh, that is nice to know.
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The lift hill is so fast, it blurs the picture.
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More "artistic" DD shots.
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Scary castle at sunset.
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Still the most intense cobra roll section.
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Might as well ride again.
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I really love this queue, it is even better at night since your eyes have adjusted to the dark.
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Isn't Red Skull supposed to be over on the Marvel Island?
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One final back row Ice ride for the day.
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Things are really dark now.
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Sinbad sign at night.
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One Fish, Two Fish, in the dark.
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Still my favorite S&S tower. It does have great theming/backstory.
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Ok, it was time to head out of the park.
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Bye IOA.
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Two more months until HHN.
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Postby mcjaco » Fri Jul 20, 2007 7:04 am

Erik, I love your Double D shots. :lolr:
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Postby Homer » Fri Jul 20, 2007 7:07 am

I totally want that pillow.

Great update Erik. I still can't wait for Homer: The Ride to open.
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Postby Erik Johnson » Fri Jul 20, 2007 7:15 am

mcjaco wrote:Erik, I love your Double D shots. :lolr:


So when are you going to come down and earn your Double D credits?
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Postby mcjaco » Fri Jul 20, 2007 7:26 am

^ That's sound kinky!

Hopefully soon (hint, hint). ;)
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Postby awclark » Fri Jul 20, 2007 7:48 am

I have a quick question. Is the ridiculously long outdoor DD queue still there or was it torn out when the Flying Unicorn was added?

If it's there, is it blocked off? Of my visits there, I've never noticed it
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Postby Disney Dood » Fri Jul 20, 2007 7:56 am

[img]I%20have%20never%20noticed%20the%20bench%20in%20the%20DD%20queue%20before.[/img]

There's probably alot of things you've never noticed in the DD queue. Yup, it's that well themed.
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Postby disneyfan1313 » Fri Jul 20, 2007 8:07 am

I love the idea of a SFMM-like thread! It will be cool to see all the changes that are happening over the next few years. BTW Erik - I think its time you moved to Orlando - you spend more time in the parks here than I do! :)
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