Mardi Gras 2013

[bciech8]

I don't like the billboards this year. They seem plain and not creative, which is odd considering everything creative going into the parks.

 

[ThemeParks4Life]

I don't like the billboards this year. They seem plain and not creative, which is odd considering everything creative going into the parks.

Ditto. Don't worry, there'll be Transformers and Springfield billboards :thumbs:

 

[Hatetofly]

There not bad IMO, basic and streamlined. Something Universals marketing team has worked on doing, making the advertising simpler but more powerful.

 

[IzzyB]

I have been on the float before, it is really cool. You get to keep a ton of beads and coins too Be prepared to get tired though, because my arms were a little sore throwing so much stuff out, because you have to be fast to get through all the beads!!!!

I did it the year that paying with an AMEX allowed you to ride on the float.

 

[PWT]

Calls are currently going out for the first set of APH Float Riders.

 

[John321]

Decorations are up.

http://www.amusementpics.com/UONN13.htm

 

[Disneyhead]

I am getting SOOO excited for Mardi Gras. It comes in a close 2nd behind HHNs as my favorite Universal Event.

 

[ThemeParks4Life]

I am getting SOOO excited for Mardi Gras. It comes in a close 2nd behind HHNs as my favorite Universal Event.

Mardi Gras is my favorite Universal event.

 

[bobwadd]

I am getting SOOO excited for Mardi Gras. It comes in a close 2nd behind HHNs as my favorite Universal Event.

Mardi Gras and HHN are tied for me as my favorite event. Hopefully UO doesn't screw up MG like they did HHN and the Holidays due to construction.

 

[mrjoe]

Got my call to be one of APH Float Riders today at 11am.

 

[Felipe]

I am getting SOOO excited for Mardi Gras. It comes in a close 2nd behind HHNs as my favorite Universal Event.

Agreed! I love the parade, the beads and doubloons, the food, and (apart from the insane crowds) the FREE concerts are great, too!

Got my call to be one of APH Float Riders today at 11am.

Congrats! :thumbs: I forgot to sign up :bonk: Maybe next week...

 

[Disneyhead]

The "Small Stage":

Bourbon Street:

And one more going on the Pic of the Day thread.

 

[Felipe]

The "Small Stage":

I see your stage

And I raise you a stage

Can't wait for Mardi Gras!

 

[bobwadd]

I see your stage

And I raise you a stage

That stage is actually a reserved viewing area for concerts. AMEX I think.

 

[Mike]

No kidding, Amex. Do you know what you have to do as a card member to qualify Bob?

 

[bobwadd]

No kidding, Amex. Do you know what you have to do as a card member to qualify Bob?

Not positive on the AMEX thing. I'll look into it.

Anyone else know?

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Edit

AMEX is the Official Sponsor of Universal Orlando VIP Tours. Not a cheap package, see here --> VIP Tours at Universal Orlando

Or, I could be completely wrong with AMEX. Although I am sure it's a preferred viewing area.

 

[Mike]

Thanks for the info Bob. That makes sense that it would be for a VIP tour.

What happened to the Universal Credit Card? Is there a rewards/affinity card for Universal anymore?

 

[IzzyB]

I have been next to that stage and it is a viewing area, I got the impression it was friends and family of the band. But I could be wrong and it could change year to year.

 

[Hockeyman55]

Universal just posted these pictures on their Facebook page. Some really great looking new floats for Mardi Gras

 

[jalapeno1]

I just saw these on facebook and the colors made me say "WOW" and love the new themes.