The Wizarding World of Harry potter

Last holiday season, my parents decided to celebrate our Christmas and New Year in the states.  Well, it's basically because my older sister just moved in there recently after getting a new job in Naples, Florida.  And because my parents don't want her to feel blue on her first holiday in the US, they thought of bringing my younger sister and I there to pay her a visit.

One of the highlights of our vacation was when we went to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  I must admit, I'm a really huge fan of the Harry Potter films (too bad I didn't like reading when I was a kid so I wasn't able to read the books), that's why when I knew about our Florida trip, I made it sure that Universal Studios will be part of our itinerary.

The theme park was so amazing!  I can't even explain the feeling when I got there.. It was just so magical!

The moment you step into the park, Hogwarts Express will easily catch your eye.  It is located near the entrance of the park.  A conductor is also there to welcome you to Hogsmeade.

Hazel, Me, and Ate

Hogsmeade Village

The farthest part of the park is where the Hogwarts Castle is located.  There you'll see magical portraits, the Headmaster's office, the Sorting Hat, and so much more.  Inside the castle is where my personal favorite is also located, the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.  It is an indoor ride where you get to experience Harry's journey by yourself.

Hogwarts Castle

Magical Portraits

Headmaster's Office

Sorting Hat

The park also features Triwizard Spirit Rally where students from Beauxbatons Academy of Magic and Drumstang Institute performs an exhibition, and Frog Choir where Students form Hogwarts perform a song. 

Beauxatons Student

Drumstang Student

                             

Famous shops like Honeydukes and Olivander's Wand Shop in the Harry Potter World are also present in the theme park.

                               

                                             Ate goofin' around in Honeydukes

Wands of the Film Characters

You can also hear Moaning Myrtle speaking in the washroom areas.

And oh!  Your wizard experience won't be complete without trying out the Butterbeer! And please make sure to take a picture of yourself with a Butterbeer mustache! Alright? :)

You can also check out their site for more infos about the park: http://www.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/

I really had a magical experience in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! And to those who are planning to go there anytime soon, I hope you guys will enjoy as much as I did. :)