Universal Studios Islands of Adventure

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Theme Park:	Universal Studios Islands of Adventure (since 2001)

Address:	6000 Universal Blvd
	32819 Orlando
	https://www.universalorlando.com

Operated by:	Universal Parks and Resorts

Universal Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida, opened in 1999 as the second theme park at Universal Orlando Resort. Rather than following the movie studio concept of neighboring Universal Studios Florida, the park was designed as a journey through a series of themed islands, each built around its own stories, characters and adventures.

Today, Islands of Adventure is home to some of Universal Orlando’s most popular attractions. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade features Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey as well as Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, while Jurassic World VelociCoaster dominates the neighboring Jurassic Park area. Marvel Super Hero Island, Seuss Landing and the water ride Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls add even more variety to the park.

With its detailed themed areas and an excellent collection of roller coasters, dark rides and water rides, Islands of Adventure offers plenty to explore beyond its headline attractions. Even after more than 25 years, the original idea of traveling from one completely different island to the next remains a big part of the park’s appeal.

Reviews

Going back to Hogwarts

Highlights of the Theme Park

Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls

A surprisingly wet log flume

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure

Probably the best roller coaster with a very long name

Harry Potter and the forbidden Journey

Flying through the air on robots

Incredible Hulk Coaster

Tyre driven madness

Jurassic Park River Adventure

A great water ride

VelociCoaster

The awesome launch coaster

TKathke January 20, 2024 August 15, 2026 Universal Studios Islands of Adventure

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Theme Park:	Disney's Hollywood Studios (since 2008)
	Disney MGM Studios (1989 - 2007)
	Part of the Resort Walt Disney World Resort

Address:	Bay Lake
	FL 34747
	https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/

Operated by:	Walt Disney Parks and Resorts

Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Bay Lake, Florida, is one of the four theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort. Originally opened as Disney-MGM Studios in 1989, the park has evolved from a behind-the-scenes look at movie and television production into one of Disney’s most immersive theme parks. Today, guests can step into worlds inspired by Star Wars, Toy Story and classic Hollywood while experiencing some of Walt Disney World’s most popular attractions.

From the streets of Hollywood Boulevard to the bustling outpost of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, every area of the park is designed to transport guests into a different setting. Signature attractions include Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Together with live shows, themed dining and seasonal entertainment, they create a park that offers far more than just rides.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has transformed into a destination where blockbuster attractions and immersive storytelling go hand in hand. Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, a movie enthusiast or simply looking for some of Walt Disney World’s most ambitious attractions, the park easily fills a full day.

Reviews

A visit to the movies

Highlights of the Theme Park

Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

Great fun on a runaway train

Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run

A highly immersive simulator

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith

Rockin’ and Rolling through LA

Slinky Dog Dash

The family launch coaster

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

The most immersive dark ride ever created

Tower of Terror

Droppin’ into the Twilight Zone

TKathke January 20, 2024 July 27, 2026 Disney's Hollywood Studios

Walibi Belgium

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Theme Park:	Walibi Belgium (since 2005)
	Six Flags Belgium (2001 - 2004)
	Walibi Wavre (1982 - 2000)
	Walibi (1975 - 1981)

Address:	Boulevard de l'Europe 100
	1300 Wavre
	https://www.walibi.com/belgium/be-en

Operated by:	Compagnie des Alpes

Walibi Belgium located in Wavre nearby the capital Brussels is the biggest theme park in Belgium. The park was founded in 1975 by the Belgian Businessman Eddy Meeùs and is currently being operated by the french group Compagnie des Alpes. The park features state of the art roller coasters and water rides, like the prototype of the Mack Rides Power Splash.

Fun Fact #1: The park is named after the surrounding cities Wavre, Limal and Bierges. The mascot is therefore a wallaby.

Fun Fact #2: The park was operated by the American theme park group Six Flags between 2001 and 2004. In order to promote the park in Europe, Six Flags Belgium was one of the parks featured in the game Roller Coaster Tycoon 2.

Fun Fact #3: The roller coaster Sirocco became world famous after a train got stuck in an upside down position. When the ride was being enclosed during its transformation to Turbine (now Pskyé Underground) a platform for evacuation was installed in the middle of the loop.