The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Vacation on TODAY

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NBC Today show television commercial for a sweepstake to win a trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at the Universal Orlando Resort from 2011.

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Nestled at the foot of Hogwarts™ castle is the wizarding village of Hogsmeade™ where you can dine at the Three Broomsticks™, swoop past Hagrid's hut on Flight of the Hippogriff™, and shop for sweets at Honeydukes™. Then, discover the mysteries of Hogwarts™ as you wander through the classrooms and corridors, and soar above the castle with Harry Potter™ on the groundbreaking ride, Harry Potter, and the Forbidden Journey™.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Hogsmeade™ is located inside Universal's Islands of Adventure™ theme park.

Flight of the Hippogriff™
Enter the Care of Magical Creatures grounds and pass by Hagrid's hut. As you make your way onto the ride, Hagrid gives instructions on the proper way to approach a Hippogriff. The Flight of the Hippogriff™ is a family-friendly roller coaster that spirals and dives around the pumpkin patch, and swoops past Hagrid's hut.

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™
Make your way through Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Then soar above the castle grounds as you join Harry Potter™ and his friends on an unforgettably thrilling adventure, coming face-to-face with magical creatures.

Hogwarts™ Express: Hogsmeade™ Station
To ride the Hogwarts™ Express from Hogsmeade™ to London, head to Hogsmeade™ Station inside Universal's Islands of Adventure™. You'll need a Park-to-Park admission ticket to board and ride the train. When you arrive in London, pop around the corner to find the secret entryway into Diagon Alley™.

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