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Universal Studios/Epcot


 Several months ago (long before going to Ireland was even talked about), Brian and I planned a trip to Orlando, Florida to Universal Studios. We thought it was a great time for the two of us to explore those "other" theme parks in Orlando - Universal Studios! We have been talking about it for a while and were really excited to see The Wizarding World of Harry Potter since we are both big fans of the movies (and I have read all the books except the last one....if I don't read it, maybe the saga doesn't end??). We also found out afte planning our trip that the International Food & Wine Festival was starting at Epcot. We were at Disney World last year with the kids and we missed this by about a week! We were so excited that we were going to be able to check it out! There were over 30 food and drink stations around the World Showcase where you could sample differen types of food and drinks. They even had the food paired with what wine (or other beverage) would go best. We tried to hit them all - but even though the food were just "tasting" sizes, we sure filled up fast!  We also did a beverage seminar in which we tasted 3 wines (Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir) from MacMurray Ranch. The owner of the ranch was there giving commentary on the wines and how they are made. It was so interesting!
We were even able to get some free perks for being Chase Disney Cardmembers - preferred seating at the Eat to the Beat concert (Night Ranger); preferred viewing for the fireworks show and a free food demonstration class that included a food and champagne tasting! SO SO FUN! Ejoy the pictures - I just picked the hightlights....I take WAY too many pictures :-)






Islands of Adventure - one of the 2 Universal parks

Hogsmeade - the village in the Harry Potter series

Outside Hogwarts - this was SO cool!


The Hogwarst Express - although not a working train, the conductor was there taking pictures and answering questions for everyone!

Jurassic Park - a favorite, for sure.

Spider-Man Ride....

The kiddie part of Islands of Adventure - we didn't spend too much time here :-)

Having lunch at the Three Broomsticks - A turkey leg and pumpkin juice

Butter Beer SO YUMMY

Epcot

Just inside World Showcase preparing to taste our way around the world!

Campagne tasting at our food demonstration.


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