The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Hogsmeade (Orlando): Part 2

[DisFreakBrent]

He said that because he was able to get in to today's preview and he wasn't a package holder or a on-site guest. Apparently a few people were able to get in with the package holders on accident.

I'm not saying he's lieing in the least I just find it very weird I missed out on sneaking in because I was the first regular guest to reach the group of TMs so just wondering how the heck he did it because they were cracking down like crazy. Unless he somehow got in before 9 but they were still checking for hotel keys ect. so?????? Yeah unless he was some kind of VIP I want to know what the flaw in the system was because nobody else here sure found it as far as I heard.

 

[FloRida848]

When I called the other day they told me the same thing. I told her that I had heard that all on-site hotel guests would get the preview and asked her to check with her manager. She came back on and told me that I was right and that I would be getting the preview. So try again and if they say that you won't tell them to check with their supervisor.

I just called the Hardrock hotel (since guest services is now closed ) and they told me that you had to reserve the room before March something.

--- Update ---

After june 18 we are not gonna have anything to talk about. We have talked about everything. lol

 

[rooney08josh]

rooney08josh yes but it was people staying on Uni property if you were neither your were are they say screwed. (oh wait I heard something about some Virgin airline folks being let in) But the normal folk still very screwed lol

Yeah we saw a lot of Virgin Atlantic shirts around city walk this morning, and we were talking to someone in Dervish and Banges who had been able to get into the preview because he had purchased a virgin holiday.

He said that because he was able to get in to today's preview and he wasn't a package holder or a on-site guest. Apparently a few people were able to get in with the package holders on accident.

Yeah it was a bit of a fiasco from the front gate entrance this morning. I feel really lucky to have been able to experience it as I'm going home on Monday and won't be returning to Orlando until October.

 

[Don Pacho]

Proof that even the smallest details had to be approved and corrected...

The General Contractor is legally allowed to finish the job byJune 30th. That's when his contract expires otherwise he'll get a daily huge fine for delaying the job

 

[speckles]

I just called the Hardrock hotel (since guest services is now closed ) and they told me that you had to reserve the room before March something.

--- Update ---

After june 18 we are not gonna have anything to talk about. We have talked about everything. lol

That is not the case, posting for speckles as she does not currently have internet access..she is staying at the Portfonio(??) not on a package, she has standard letter for tomorrow.

 

[FloRida848]

That is not the case, posting for speckles as she does not currently have internet access..she is staying at the Portfonio(??) not on a package, she has standard letter for tomorrow.

Well, the lady told me a different story. Call and see for yourself Hardrock Hotel - Phone: 407-503-ROCK (2000)

 

[rooney08josh]

I'm not saying he's lieing in the least I just find it very weird I missed out on sneaking in because I was the first regular guest to reach the group of TMs so just wondering how the heck he did it because they were cracking down like crazy. Unless he somehow got in before 9 but they were still checking for hotel keys ect. so?????? Yeah unless he was some kind of VIP I want to know what the flaw in the system was because nobody else here sure found it as far as I heard.

Haha no I was certainly not a VIP

And neither did I "Sneak in" we were at the security line at around 5/10 past 9, and after about 10 minutes of waiting, we spoke to someone in the line about our concerns over non package holders gaining entry and the next thing I knew we were being ushered towards the gates. I would never sneak into anywhere I shouldn't be as I don't want to lose my AP...

 

[hotboyluke]

I've decided to take this down and not share any more information.

 

[IzzyB]

I just called to see how much it would cost, because my sister and brother in law are visiting next week and it would make his week if he could get into Harry Potter. I called via the AP number which when you select 6 sent me to hotel reservations. The lady said, yes all 5 of us would get in at 8 AM to see Harry Potter.

 

[DisFreakBrent]

*note to self* cause a bigger fuse over being a AP holder joking joking I believe someone already did that on the board & I'm not like that & don't feel entitled to get in right now. Congrats. on getting in you indeed are very lucky & it's people like you who should get in not people who __ & whine about being a pass holder & deserving to be let in.

 

[jarmor]

When do you guys think the crowds are gonna die down for WW? Im going in aug and oct and I really dont wanna be bothered with the HP stans. No offense but yeah...

 

[Tbad556]

New update from @InsidetheMagic featuring a walkthrough of the shops and photos from around TWWoHP including the Ford Anglia in the DC queue. Go to Update 3 for the most recent update: http://www.insidethemagic.net/2010/...g-world-of-harry-potter-at-universal-orlando/

 

[IzzyB]

If you don't know what this guys means, well then you haven''t read all his posts. I am personally going to be keeping an eye on my mail.

 

[DisneyFanKevin]

No. I'm just starting a rumor. But we'll see.

It's probably not wise starting rumors around the boards and in the parks. As a result, it is going to end up with a lot of pissed off people. And even when someone calls in to a radio station to tell "rumors", they're going to get grief about it not being true. It is a suggestion that people do not spread false rumors around. I do apologize AP previews will not be happening and that a soft opening didn't occur today, but we have to think of it as this: the previews this morning and onward are only for those who bought the package by the end date (which I believe was in March). Rumor is softs may not happen at all, so don't go hanging out at the gate or it will end in disappointment and anger.

 

[insidethemagic]

New update from @InsidetheMagic featuring a walkthrough of the shops and photos from around TWWoHP including the Ford Anglia in the DC queue. Go to Update 3 for the most recent update: http://www.insidethemagic.net/2010/...g-world-of-harry-potter-at-universal-orlando/

I was just coming here to post that! The new video I just posted (update #3) takes you through Zonko's, Honeydukes, Dervish & Banges, Hog's Head Pub, Owlry, and shows plenty of other fun details throughout Hogsmeade Village. The windows are full of life, as are the stores, and I tried to capture as much of the movement and sounds as possible.

The link again:
http://www.insidethemagic.net/2010/...g-world-of-harry-potter-at-universal-orlando/

 

[Tbad556]

I was just coming here to post that! The new video I just posted (update #3) takes you through Zonko's, Honeydukes, Dervish & Banges, Hog's Head Pub, Owlry, and shows plenty of other fun details throughout Hogsmeade Village. The windows are full of life, as are the stores, and I tried to capture as much of the movement and sounds as possible.

The link again:
http://www.insidethemagic.net/2010/...g-world-of-harry-potter-at-universal-orlando/

We're on top of things over here. Honestly though, you're the one on top of everything! Thanks for all of the great updates you're posting! They're excellent and greatly appreciated. I'm glad to hear how much you enjoyed the WWoHP.

 

[Teebin]

FotH is a 50 second ride? I never knew that. Is that enough to fill a child with glee? Seemed dumb to me. I would have expected at least 2 minutes. Well, if that is enough for lil kiddies... then ok.
Is that pecker ride just as short over at US?

 

[suissaville]

FotH is a 50 second ride? I never knew that. Is that enough to fill a child with glee? Seemed dumb to me. I would have expected at least 2 minutes. Well, if that is enough for lil kiddies... then ok.
Is that pecker ride just as short over at US?

ya im pretty sure its close to 50 sec also ive been on it before and remember it was very short

 

[Bryan]

pecker ride :rofl:

I've been on that one and yeah it's almost identical, same coast and all

never went on the unicorn, guess if the wait is 5 minutes I'll check it out

 

[Disneyhead]

insidethemagic, what video codec are you using on your website? All I get is a box with no video.