The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

[jenn-n-okla]

I haven't been on the Dis boards in a couple of weeks due to being busy at work so forgive me but I am totally lost as to opening dates.

We will be there June 7 and 8. What are our chances if any of it being open, if even just to eat and shop? That food report sounds awesome and I would LOVE to share that meal with my family.

 

[universalfan]

That's the million dollar question and if you haven't been on in a couple weeks you have missed a lot of drama on this one. The short answer is probably, particularly if you're staying on site. Rumor has it that FJ is still missing some components, so we are all sitting on our hands here waiting to hear of TM previews. When we hear of them we know the passholder previews and soft opens are close behind.

I was hoping for just the shops to be open even if FJ isn't, but I also heard that WB insists that they open it all at once. Frankly that seems silly to me. They could sell a heck of a lot of butterbeer Easter weekend if they'd just open those gates . . .

 

[nerdboyrockstar]

I am waiting for the first reports of the ACTUAL ride to see if this CHICKEN can handle it

Nope, instead we got reports on the chicken.. which sounds GREAT.

 

[jenn-n-okla]

That's the million dollar question and if you haven't been on in a couple weeks you have missed a lot of drama on this one. The short answer is probably, particularly if you're staying on site. Rumor has it that FJ is still missing some components, so we are all sitting on our hands here waiting to hear of TM previews. When we hear of them we know the passholder previews and soft opens are close behind.

I was hoping for just the shops to be open even if FJ isn't, but I also heard that WB insists that they open it all at once. Frankly that seems silly to me. They could sell a heck of a lot of butterbeer Easter weekend if they'd just open those gates . . .

Yes that is what I was thinking. The Butterbeer and all that merchandise. My 14 yr old daughter is super excited to go have postcards sent to her friends with the HP post mark.
We have rode the DD coaster many times before so other than the theme change I wouldn't be that disappointed in missing it. FJ on the other hand I would love to experience. I am worried about the line though. Our 8yr old uses oxygen and the extreme heat and humidity in Florida are rough on her. We have used the guest assistance pass and the "stroller = wheelchair" so we can keep up with her and the o2 machine two times before. She has a portable machine that runs on batteries so we don't have to worry about tanks. So I am hoping to get one of those again. PLEASE don't flame me about the assistance card being a front of the line pass. It isn't you still have to wait it is just in a shaded area and easier to access.

 

[glocon]

You know, I was considering getting the Meal Deal armbands, but after this review I think we'll be eating in Hogsmead more than anywhere so no go on the Meal Deal for us!

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

After hearing about all the food and desserts, there goes my diet.

 

[englishrose47]

That menu description sounds YUMMY!!! Can't wait to see cost etc !!!

 

[tzuhouse]

So can you make reservations for Universal like you do for Disney? If so, how far in advance? I'm only a few weeks away from my 180 day mark when I'll be making my Disney ressies and want to make sure we get seats for any HP thing we can.

Mary

 

[universalfan]

There are no reservations for Three Broomsticks beyond the special breakfast buffet offered in the HP package. It is labeled as a counter service restaurant so I can't imagine them ever taking reservations, but who knows with the crowds this will bring.

 

[Metro West]

So can you make reservations for Universal like you do for Disney? If so, how far in advance? I'm only a few weeks away from my 180 day mark when I'll be making my Disney ressies and want to make sure we get seats for any HP thing we can.

Mary

That's the nice thing about Universal...you don't have plan your dinners seven years in advance. Most places won't take ressies more than 30 days out or so. You could even wait until that morning and call...if it's not a busy period.

 

[pmdeve]

I'm sure it's going to be busy. How early can you call for reservations?

 

[Metro West]

I'm sure it's going to be busy. How early can you call for reservations?

For which restaurant?

 

[ADP]

Just so everyone knows.. There will be no reservations for the 3 Broomsticks restaurant.

Breakast - Table Service - Only those with the Harry Potter package can make a reservations for breakfast at the 3 Broomsticks. All others will get a table on a first come, first served basis

Lunch - Counter service only

Dinner - Counter service only

This was the information I received from IOA dining reservations.

 

[bbangel]

Did I miss the description of breakfast? What exactly is a traditional British breakfast?

 

[ashleybea]

I'm going down to Disney world on June 23rd. Were staying a couple days and have decided to have one day off from the parks. On that day should I go over to Universal. No one else in my party wants to go (not big Harry Potter fans). So I will be alone. . I know it will be busy. What do you think?

 

[Tinks1984]

Did I miss the description of breakfast? What exactly is a traditional British breakfast?

In my eyes (but I haven't seen the menu either), a traditional British breakfast consists of: Sausage, Bacon, Eggs, Black Pudding, Grilled Tomatoes, Beans and sometimes Fried Bread...

 

[Metro West]

I'm going down to Disney world on June 23rd. Were staying a couple days and have decided to have one day off from the parks. On that day should I go over to Universal. No one else in my party wants to go (not big Harry Potter fans). So I will be alone. . I know it will be busy. What do you think?

If you want to go...I say GO!

 

[glocon]

What is black pudding and fried bread? It all sounds tastey!

 

[TraceyL]

What is black pudding and fried bread? It all sounds tastey!

You do not want to kno w- trust me

 

[Cyrano]

What is black pudding and fried bread? It all sounds tastey!

Black pudding along with haggis is the food of gods.

Here is a link to making the pudding