Harry Potter theme park is quite the magic ride

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If you’re not into roller coasters and you’re not all about the merchandise, then the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is going to be a bit of a rough ride. On the other hand, if you love thrills and having your stomach tied in knots and you crave a taste of Butterbeer, then you might pronounce it “brilliant.” And if you just plain love the Harry Potter books and films, as millions do, then you just have to see for yourself, as millions already have.

It cost $82 for a day pass to Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure, the home of the Harry Potter theme park that opened a year ago June. That also gets you into Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, Seuss Landing and Jurassic Park, but not into the Universal Studios portion of the park.

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