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Universal Orlando is doing it again! First The Simpsons Ride. Then The Blue Man Group. Then The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Then Disaster. And now, it's the Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit coaster!

Universal Studios Orlando is keeping their pulse to the people as they unveil yet another attraction that is sure to wow their guests. The Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit is being billed as "the most technologically advanced roller coaster in the world". It is set to open in 2009 and it will be Universal Studios' first big, outdoor thrill ride.


The coaster will start in Universal Studios and it will rise 17 stories into the air at a speed of 65 mph! The coaster will even make a trip over the heads of people walking through CityWalk.

Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit will have up to four ride vehicles on the track. You get to pick your own musical track to rock out to before you board. The coaster will have on board video that will tape your ride and when you finish the ride you will be able to edit the video to send to your friends. It will also have 6 "near miss" moments and include a "record breaking loop". Don't know how record breaking it will be but it sounds pretty cool.

Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit sounds like it will be one sweet ride that you won't want to miss! Kudos to Universal Orlando and all the people and companies that make up the Universal Creative Team for always being on the forefront and bringing us the most truly innovative rides and attractions.

To make sure that you stay on top of things Universal Orlando has started a web site in preparation for the Grand Opening.
Check out the new coaster here!

Brand New Military Salute Program Offers Service Members Free, Seven-Day-Unlimited Admission To Both Theme Parks As Well As Discounts For Family and Friends

WHAT/WHO:
Universal Orlando Resort’s new Military Salute program offers one free 2-park, seven day unlimited admission ticket to all United States Active Duty (includes Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard or Reservists) and Retired military service members with a valid military photo I.D.

Active Duty and Retired military personnel and their immediately family members can also purchase additional 2-park, seven day unlimited admission tickets with a valid military photo I.D, for up to $35 off the retail price.

These tickets, being sold primarily at military bases, are also valid for admission to select Universal CityWalk clubs and venues during the time period that the ticket is being used.

SALES LOCATIONS:
Tickets are available at participating Military Base ITT/ITR offices nationwide (177 locations) and the Shades of Green Resort in Orlando

WHEN:
Offer available now through June 28, 2009

You have until March 29th to book a special package at Universal Orlando Resort Hotels that gets you 5 nights for the price of 3.

Yup ... you heard it right. When you book 3 nights at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel you get two more nights absolutely free.

The only catch is that you have until October 8th to use your reservations.

There's never been a better time to stay and play at Universal Orlando!

In case you've been hiding under a rock, "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" is coming to Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure.

Construction is well underway for the new theme park attraction that is scheduled to open in 2010.

Tom Felton (aka Malfoy) recently visited the park and there have been recent sightings of Hagrid's Hut under construction.

The Wizarding World will be a theme park within a theme park and will give you a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the magical world of Harry Potter and his friends. In keeping with some of the locations found in the Harry Potter books, the park will feature such locations as the village of Hogsmeade, the Forbidden Forest and even Hogwarts Castle.

In the photo below you can see construction equipment clearing the way for the new attraction at Islands of Adventure.

The Simpsons Ride at Universal Studios Orlando opened on May 15, 2008 at it has already surpassed its one-millionth rider. Not only that, but the Theme Park Insider has awarded The Simpsons Ride as the "Best New Attraction" of 2008.

The blockbuster hit series, The Simpsons, is the inspiration the newest theme park ride at Universal Studios Orlando. The ride replaced the long-time favorite ride "Back to the Future" which closed after a successful 16 year run.

The Simpsons Ride has you rocketing along with Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie on a hysterical, almost unimaginable adventure. You get to experience a side of Springfield previously unexplored as you enjoy the ride’s interpretation of thrill rides, dark rides and “live” shows that make up a new fantasy amusement park dreamed up by the show’s cantankerous Krusty the Clown.

This is one ride at Universal Studios Orlando that you don't want to miss!

If you are planning a visit to Universal Orlando you should probably know that Universal Orlando recently announced that it's Fear Factor Live! and Twister ... Ride It Out! attractions will be closed temporarily.

Some images and news items
courtesy of Universal Media
and Orlando Sentinel