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January 4, 2009 Resort Update
January 4, 2009

In our first update of the new year, we check out Rockit Construction, progress on the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Hulk enhancements, CityWalk construction and more! You can check it all out by clicking here.

December 7, 2008 Resort Update
December 7, 2008

Today's Resort Update features a whopping 220 photographs of the holiday festivities at Universal Orlando and more. We'll feature a look at Grinchmas at Islands of Adventure, Macy's Holiday Parade at Universal Studios Florida, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit construction, the Mannheim Steamroller concert, and more! Check it out by clicking here.

Slay Bells: Haunted Mansion Holiday
December 5, 2008

Today marks the launch of IOACentral's holiday celebration. Although in this case you could call it a "scary-bration," as we untraditionally depart from the typical holiday joy and back track to this past October.

As part of our "David's Adventures" column, this four-part journey will take you through Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, and both Universal Studios Hollywood and Florida during the haunt season.

In this first stop, we travel to the Disneyland Resort and pay visit to "Haunted Mansion Holiday." You can read the article by clicking here. Seasons' screamings...

November 25, 2008 Resort Update
November 25, 2008

Today's update takes a look at construction on Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas and Macy's decorations, and much more. You can check it out by clicking here.

IOACentral Maintenance Report
November 2, 2008

Greetings Adventurers! This brief update is to notify you that we are currently performing extensive maintenance on the IOACentral website and Discussion Boards. During the next 24-48 hours, we may experience downtimes. Additionally, you may encounter broken links and page errors - feel free to report these to us at contact@ioacentral.com.

September 10, 2008 Resort Update
September 10, 2008

Today's update looks at Halloween Horror Nights construction, CityWalk enhancements, Rockit developments, and construction on the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. You can check it all out by clicking here.

September 2, 2008 Resort Update
September 2, 2008

Today's update takes a look at Rockit, Rock the Universe, and Halloween Horror Nights construction, as well as a peak at a soon-to-be addition to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. You can check it out by clicking here.

A Marvel Photo Essay
August 11, 2008

IOACentral welcomes our newest columnist - Sketch105 - with his debut article "Rogue's Gallery: A Marvel Photo Essay," that takes a closer look at some of the detail that went into Marvel Super Hero Island. The article shows how much homage was paid to the Marvel universe, and things that you've probably missed on a casual stroll through the park. You can read the article by clicking here.

August 9, 2008 Resort Update
August 9, 2008

Today's update takes a look at new Potter construction, My Family's Got GUTS taping, Rockit construction and more. Check it out by clicking here.

July 28, 2008 Resort Update
July 28, 2008

Today's update features a brief look at Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit construction. Click here to check it out!

July 17, 2008 Resort Update
July 17, 2008

Today's update features close to 30 photographs of construction of both the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. Click here to check it out.

July 8, 2008 Resort Update
July 8, 2008

Today's update details the changes and impact of the recent expansion of Harry Potter construction in the Lost Continent. We also look at Spider-Man enhancements and Halloween Horror Nights construction. You can check out the update by clicking here.

Farewell Flying Unicorn
July 7, 2008

Today is the final day of operation for The Flying Unicorn. The attraction will be closing to make way for construction on the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The odd thing about the closure is that nothing has been mentioned officially by Universal. Whether or not the attraction will remain once Potter opens is unknown, though rumors suggest that the attraction will be re-themed to involve a hippogrith - a mythical creature from the franchise. Fans of Unicorn, such
as myself, can only hope that this great family attraction will remain post-Potter - of course though, only time will tell. For those of you in the area, make sure to head on out to the parks today and take one final spin through Merlin Wood. And in my last words... fare thee well!

 

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July 6, 2008 Resort Update
July 6, 2008

Today's update features a look at the 4th of July festivities that took place at Universal Orlando this week. You can check out the update by clicking here.

Horror Make-Up Update
July 3, 2008

Our sister-site HHNvault has posted a bunch of photographs displaying the new Horror Make-Up Show exhibit at Universal Studios Florida. The exhibit features props and information from popular Universal films, and even a section dedicated to Halloween Horror Nights. You can check it out by clicking here.

Orlando Attractions Magazine
July 2, 2008

If you haven't seen or heard of Orlando Attractions Magazine just yet - definitely give this a read. After four issues, I am confident that this publication has a bright future and decided to spread the word to all Universal and theme park fanatics out there.

June 29, 2008 Resort Update
June 29, 2008

Today's update details happenings throughout the resort including Guts tryouts, Mummy and Horror Make-Up enhancements, and Potter construction. You can check out the update by clicking here.

June 9, 2008 Resort Update
June 9, 2008

Today's update details progress on Harry Potter and Rockit Construction, as well as the newly refurbished Fossil store in CityWalk, and more! Check it out by clicking here.

 

 

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