After our Sunday rest, we once more made our way to Universal Studios,
this time to try out their flagship theme park. Like in Day 3, I’ll give a
quick breakdown of some of the attractions that we visited. As this park was
quite huge, we dedicated two whole days to it, so this post covers both Day 5
and 6. Enough talk; here we go!
Terminator 2: 3D
He'll be back.
Can’t get enough of Arnold? Terminator
2: 3D is a multi-sensory show which brings audiences into the heart of the
conflict between Skynet and the Connors. The show combines live-action actors,
lighting, 3D visual effects and pyrotechnics to create an exciting yet oddly
nostalgic experience.
E.T. Adventure
Go home.
A family-friendly ride through the forests and out into space as you
attempt to deliver everyone’s favourite wrinkly alien to his home planet. If
you’re lucky, E.T. might even say goodbye to you in person at the end of the
trip.
Krusty Burger
It markets itself.
Grab yourself a signature Krusty Burger or a deliciously overpriced
Ribwich over at the Simpsons’ themed cafeteria. If you aren’t a fan of demented
clowns, there are other themed stalls you can visit as well. How about a waffle
chicken sandwich or a smoking, sputtering cup of Flaming Moe’s?
The Simpsons Ride
This obviously isn't the ride.
A 4D thrill ride that puts you on a death trap of a rollercoaster in
Krustyland. Join the Simpsons as they are hunted by the villainous Sideshow
Bob. Escape into Springfield and avoid getting killed in the most cartoony ways
possible. A fun ride with good old Simpsons humour and gags.
Diagon Alley
You're a wizard.
Escape into the Wizarding World when you slide through a not-so-secret
passage into bustling Diagon Alley. Here you can pick up your very own wand at
Ollivander’s, trade your Muggle money for wizarding currency, cast spells at
various predetermined locations, sip frozen Butterbeer at The Three Broomsticks
and watch a fire-breathing dragon claim Gringotts’ Bank as its nesting ground. Another
must-see for all Harry Potter fans.
Minions Mayhem
Yes please.
Love those crazy yellow critters from Despicable Me? Now’s your chance to be a Minion yourself. Strap
yourself in for a 4D simulation through Gru’s lab as you begin your training to
become a full-fledged Minion. The ride is fun, family-friendly and ends on a
heartfelt note—that is, if you can get past the two-hour line.
Animal Actors on Location
A great live show where Hollywood’s greatest animal actors show off
just how talented they really are. Highly-trained dogs, cats, pigeons, vultures
and even pigs run around on stage, causing all sorts of hilarious mayhem. Many
of the critters are better trained than some of the children in the audience. If
you’re an animal lover, this is a must-see.
Transformers
Roll out!
This ride is exactly the same as the one in Universal Studios Singapore. Safeguard the All-Spark as you race through the city streets, battling Decepticons on-board Autobot Evac in a thrilling 4D adventure. Still pretty good the fifth time round.
Superstar Parade
Seriously though, who is this guy?
It wouldn't be Universal if the day didn't end with our favourite
cartoon characters strutting down the street to the beat of their various theme
songs. Snap pictures of Spongebob, Patrick, Squidward, Dora the Explorer, the
Minions and some rabbit dude in a suit as they parade through the park,
accompanied by a host of dancers and mascots nobody really cares about. If you
aren’t a parade kinda guy, now’s probably the time to go queue for rides.
Of course, there are still many attractions we
either had no time to visit or simply did not write about. Nevertheless, our time
at Universal and Islands of Adventure has been incredible and memorable. Here’s hoping we
get to come back one day.
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