Wizarding World - Diagon Alley Discussion (Opens 2014)

[Teebin]

So, nobody here seems to have the actual show plans. The plans that point to the location of each shop and what the animated window display will be, or effects higher up on the buildings. Too, some of the buildings or store fronts might have names that are not canon, that are new ideas created by JKR... much like "The Magic Neep" in Hogsmeade. I hope someone will start presenting this soon on here if they are able.

 

[Hatetofly]

So, nobody here seems to have the actual show plans. The plans that point to the location of each shop and what the animated window display will be, or effects higher up on the buildings. Too, some of the buildings or store fronts might have names that are not canon, that are new ideas created by JKR... much like "The Magic Neep" in Hogsmeade. I hope someone will start presenting this soon on here if they are able.

Being able to is an issue as the seals have been tightened...

 

[inferi88]

So I went to Universal today after work with the intentions of taking pictures.... BUT I forgot they closed at 6pm for gradbash :/

 

[aheying7]

OH MY GOSH. ITS GRINGOTTS. OH. MY. GOSH.


OrlandoInformer: I know it's tough to make out but in the background (with yellow verticals) is Gringotts [HASHTAG]#HarryPotter[/HASHTAG] @UniversalORL

 

[twebber55]

wow awesome..aerials please

 

[myheartisinFlorida]

I frequent, lurk and read this board all the time but rarely post. I really appreciate the commentary and photos that are posted here. I will be in Orlando 6 weeks from today and it can't get here soon enough! Can't wait to take my own photos and contribute to the site!

 

[blue180]

Can we just talk about how quick this went up?? look at these two pics

From Bobwadd on 2/20/13

OrlandoInformer 4/27/13

 

[AK-Jake]

DAYAM! If they keep going at that rate, this thing will be open before Springfield! ound:

 

[inferi88]

OH MY GOSH. ITS GRINGOTTS. OH. MY. GOSH.


OrlandoInformer: I know it's tough to make out but in the background (with yellow verticals) is Gringotts #HarryPotter @UniversalORL

It's hard to get photos of it, but if you look in this photo through the London buildings you can see that they are installing the exterior frame work on one of the buildings inside Diagon Alley (near the yellowish part of the photo). So imagine walking into Diagon Alley, this would be the building on your right hand side. This is the only building I have see this happen to so far (not counting the Gringotts show building).

 

[dannigold]

It's incredible how much that building is starting to resemble the front of Gringott's

 

[inferi88]

Question: I know construction for the Hollywood WWoHP starts soon, but does anyone know of any good sites that would keep up on construction updates? Also, does anyone have links to updates on the one in Japan?

 

[quickfire609]

Question: I know construction for the Hollywood WWoHP starts soon, but does anyone know of any good sites that would keep up on construction updates? Also, does anyone have links to updates on the one in Japan?

http://www.westcoaster.net/

No idea for japan though, sorry.

 

[aheying7]

http://www.westcoaster.net/

No idea for japan though, sorry.

I've been wondering the same thing. Surely there is a HTF out there to cure my curiosity as to what HP stuff is being built in Hollywood and in Japan.

 

[Felipe]

Question: I know construction for the Hollywood WWoHP starts soon, but does anyone know of any good sites that would keep up on construction updates? Also, does anyone have links to updates on the one in Japan?

For Japan, there are some updates on http://www.thethemeparkguy.com/board/harry-potter-universal-studios-japan/

But, don't forget we have have Potter threads for both HOLLYWOOD and JAPAN right here on OU :thumbs:

 

[BJCool]

Question: I know construction for the Hollywood WWoHP starts soon, but does anyone know of any good sites that would keep up on construction updates? Also, does anyone have links to updates on the one in Japan?

Another Universal Studios Hollywood update site:

http://insideuniversal.net/

 

[Brervixen]

Can we just talk about how quick this went up?? look at these two pics

From Bobwadd on 2/20/13

OrlandoInformer 4/27/13

Holy crap!

 

[BrianC]

I got a really good view of the Hogwarts Express tracks on the top of Rip Ride Rockit front row.

 

[aheying7]

Do we have any info on express pass? Obviously, both rides are being built with express queues, but will either open with it? (I think they should be able to have express on HE at opening)
Thoughts?

 

[Teebin]

So, what an interesting day it has been on this website. Info is flying behind the scenes like electricity. The heads I have had to turn as a result has been as draconian as the methods that forced me to do it.

That said, a seagull flew over me today and pooped a bunch of vector pdfs (cad style files that have odd 3D files too) and some colorful poop (color elevations) right on my head. I used Bounty towels to wipe it off... but I did keep the towels and the "dirt". Just trying to figure out what to do with it and how to legally post it online.

 

[cameronw99]

So, what an interesting day it has been on this website. Info is flying behind the scenes like electricity. The heads I have had to turn as a result has been as draconian as the methods that forced me to do it.

That said, a seagull flew over me today and pooped a bunch of vector pdfs (cad style files that have odd 3D files too) and some colorful poop (color elevations) right on my head. I used Bounty towels to wipe it off... but I did keep the towels and the "dirt". Just trying to figure out what to do with it and how to legally post it online.

I love poop