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 » May 11, 2008 Resort Update

 

 

May 11, 2008

 

Greetings, Adventurers!

 

Today's update brings you 30 photos of Harry Potter and Rip Ride Rockit construction, as well as photos from Reggae Fest, Jurassic Park enhancements, and more.

 


A new sign in CityWalk featuring the Simpsons.

 

Bob Marley's Reggae Fest took place at CityWalk this Saturday.

 

 

National Lampoon's new film "Robodoc" had its world premiere at CityWalk. Tickets were available to the general public for several showings of the movie.

 

 

 

Construction markers for "Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit" remain in place in front of the Blue Man Group theater.

 

 

 

More markers can be found in New York, in front of the library facade adjacent to the Twister queue.

 

 

Annual Passholder previews for the Simpsons Ride took place before park hours this past Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

 

With the attraction now open, large wait times can be expected. Yesterday afternoon, the attraction had a 90 minute wait, despite both domes now being operational. The grand opening celebration for the attraction will be held on May 15th. If you haven't seen IOACentral's Simpsons Preview video, you can do so by clicking here.

 

There's no significance to this photograph, other than the fact that someone's hat is captured falling mid-air. Just thought I'd include it in good humor.

 

The massive structure being built for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter keeps growing. This photo taken from the parking garage exhibits the sheer size of the building.