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TuckandStuiesMom · 08-09-2009, 09:46 AM

After poking around elsewhere on the net, I am now wondering about the basis for the Dec. 1 phased opening conjecture...

The US Wizarding World of HP site simply lists "2010" as an opening date and the Jim Hill Media article about a Phase One opening was was posted in early 2008.

I can't think of place I'd rather visit to get into the holiday spirit than Hogsmeade. I am sure hoping that the attraction's partially open this December (I was really looking forward to a draft butter-beer at the Three Broomsticks) but right now, I'm thinking maybe not. Can anybody provide a recent citation that speaks to a phased opening?

The COH · 08-09-2009, 10:18 PM

I really hope this is open when i go next summer. The robo-coster that might be there looks so interesting

spima3 · 08-10-2009, 12:30 PM

"Over budget and behind schedule is accurate however. Not as much as is being reported to some though"

Oh, this doesn't sound good at all. It's already way behind the original schedule, and if this refers to the early spring 2010, then are we looking at fall of 2010 or later?

I am trying to plan a trip just to see this, and had planned on Sept of 2010. The kids will be in school, but the first month is such a waste, as it is basically spent reviewing everything from the previous year. So I thought this would be a perfect time to go. The kids won't miss much, and it won't be a real busy time of year for the parks, we plan on heading over to WDW while there as well.
I wish there were a firmer opening date.

damo · 08-10-2009, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spima3

"Over budget and behind schedule is accurate however. Not as much as is being reported to some though"

Oh, this doesn't sound good at all. It's already way behind the original schedule, and if this refers to the early spring 2010, then are we looking at fall of 2010 or later?

I am trying to plan a trip just to see this, and had planned on Sept of 2010. The kids will be in school, but the first month is such a waste, as it is basically spent reviewing everything from the previous year. So I thought this would be a perfect time to go. The kids won't miss much, and it won't be a real busy time of year for the parks, we plan on heading over to WDW while there as well.
I wish there were a firmer opening date.

I think that the contract states it must be up and running by June 2010.

Dawnee · 08-10-2009, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by damo

I think that the contract states it must be up and running by June 2010.

What contract would that be?

mvansear · 08-10-2009, 06:40 PM

wow those pics of the ride and the atari simulations are AWESOME. I am still hopeful for a soft opening in December as I will be there in Jan. Now I really must go back for the HP full deal. Thank you all so much for all of the intel. It makes it all so much more exciting!

Don Pacho · 08-10-2009, 07:40 PM

Fabrication of Harry Potter building facades
by The Nassal Company
Part Three of Three
Pictures courtesy of Disneyhead, VinylNation

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damo · 08-10-2009, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dawnee

What contract would that be?

I believe it is Universal's licensing contract with Warner. A filing made with the SEC in August 2007 stipulated that the park will open to the public sometime between December 15, 2009 and June 30, 2010

Dawnee · 08-10-2009, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by damo

I believe it is Universal's licensing contract with Warner. A filing made with the SEC in August 2007 stipulated that the park will open to the public sometime between December 15, 2009 and June 30, 2010

Thanks Damo! I really wish Universal would come out with a date. I'm planning my trip for the beginning of June, but if HP is not ready until the end of June...I would hate to do it, but I would delay my trip. Don't want to miss HP!!!

Dawnee · 08-11-2009, 01:55 AM

Things that make you go HMMMMMM

- I just noticed this with the AP Blockout Dates. In 2009 Power Blockout Dates was June 28 - July 5. For 2010 the Power Blockout Dates is the WHOLE month of JULY. Hmmmm, is this perhaps a clue?

Metro West · 08-11-2009, 06:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dawnee

Things that make you go HMMMMMM

- I just noticed this with the AP Blockout Dates. In 2009 Power Blockout Dates was June 28 - July 5. For 2010 the Power Blockout Dates is the WHOLE month of JULY. Hmmmm, is this perhaps a clue?

Maybe but that's not uncommon for blackout dates in the summer. A couple of years ago they did that with the Power Pass so it's not necessarily connected to HP.

melly · 08-11-2009, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mvansear

wow those pics of the ride and the atari simulations are AWESOME. !

I wouldnt wet your kecks just yet because they are just made up guestimates by joe blogs and may bear no resemblance to the ride.

mvansear · 08-12-2009, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by melly

I wouldnt wet your kecks just yet because they are just made up guestimates by joe blogs and may bear no resemblance to the ride.

Gives me something to do January is a long way away.

laudnergomez · 08-12-2009, 08:21 PM

New update over at Brian Orndorf: http://www.brianorndorf.com/2009/08/...ate-81209.html

Don Pacho · 08-13-2009, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by laudnergomez

New update over at Brian Orndorf: http://www.brianorndorf.com/2009/08/...ate-81209.html

Thanks. Here's that update:

Courtesy of BJCool, Orlando United

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Originally Posted by BJCool

NEW PHOTO UPDATE FROM BRIAN ORNDORF!!!!!

@ http://www.brianorndorf.com/2009/08/...1209.html#more

Hogsmeade

Could they make it any harder to look through the scaffolding?????????????????????????

Hogsmeade from Jurassic Park Bridge

Hogsmeade Construction (Former Enchanted Oak site)

Hogwarts

Hogwarts Jurassic Park View

Off Site Construction

08-09-2009, 09:46 AM	#136
TuckandStuiesMom Age. Fac ut gaudeam I'm back to wearin' my babushka, and takin' the slow boat to Elbonia Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: AZ (in the mountains) Posts: 2,579	After poking around elsewhere on the net, I am now wondering about the basis for the Dec. 1 phased opening conjecture... The US Wizarding World of HP site simply lists "2010" as an opening date and the Jim Hill Media article about a Phase One opening was was posted in early 2008. I can't think of place I'd rather visit to get into the holiday spirit than Hogsmeade. I am sure hoping that the attraction's partially open this December (I was really looking forward to a draft butter-beer at the Three Broomsticks) but right now, I'm thinking maybe not. Can anybody provide a recent citation that speaks to a phased opening? __________________

08-09-2009, 10:18 PM	#137
The COH Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 55	I really hope this is open when i go next summer. The robo-coster that might be there looks so interesting __________________ [img]http://www.********************/timers/tickers/iz6m09w9mwax141g.png[/img]

08-10-2009, 06:40 PM	#141
mvansear Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Missouri Posts: 183	wow those pics of the ride and the atari simulations are AWESOME. I am still hopeful for a soft opening in December as I will be there in Jan. Now I really must go back for the HP full deal. Thank you all so much for all of the intel. It makes it all so much more exciting! __________________ CBR Christmas 2003, POR Feb 2007, CR Jan 20, 2010

08-11-2009, 01:55 AM	#145
Dawnee Earning My Ears Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Waipahu, Hawaii Posts: 62	Things that make you go HMMMMMM - I just noticed this with the AP Blockout Dates. In 2009 Power Blockout Dates was June 28 - July 5. For 2010 the Power Blockout Dates is the WHOLE month of JULY. Hmmmm, is this perhaps a clue? __________________ Dawn In Hawaii

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08-10-2009, 12:30 PM	#138
spima3 DIS Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northeast PA Posts: 833	"Over budget and behind schedule is accurate however. Not as much as is being reported to some though" Oh, this doesn't sound good at all. It's already way behind the original schedule, and if this refers to the early spring 2010, then are we looking at fall of 2010 or later? I am trying to plan a trip just to see this, and had planned on Sept of 2010. The kids will be in school, but the first month is such a waste, as it is basically spent reviewing everything from the previous year. So I thought this would be a perfect time to go. The kids won't miss much, and it won't be a real busy time of year for the parks, we plan on heading over to WDW while there as well. I wish there were a firmer opening date.

08-10-2009, 07:40 PM	#142
Don Pacho Uncle Frank Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Miami Posts: 906	Fabrication of Harry Potter building facades by The Nassal Company Part Three of Three Pictures courtesy of Disneyhead, VinylNation .

08-12-2009, 08:21 PM	#149
laudnergomez Earning My Ears Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 11	New update over at Brian Orndorf: http://www.brianorndorf.com/2009/08/...ate-81209.html

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