Theme Parks
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The Holidays at Universal Just Hit Different
There’s something about walking through the parks this time of year that instantly puts you in the holiday spirit. Maybe it’s the music drifting through the streets, the decorations everywhere you look, or the fact that Universal somehow manages to blend festive magic with thrill rides in a way that…
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My Hot Take: You Can Keep Halloween Horror Nights
Now that Halloween Horror Nights has officially wrapped up, I figured it was time for my hot take and it’s a big one. Coming from someone who loves Halloween, I actually hate going to Halloween Horror Nights. Yep, I said it. Every year from about September through November 2nd, I…
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A Spell That Never Fades: My Love for the Wizarding World
It’s no secret that I’m a lifelong Harry Potter fan. But what truly brings the magic to life for me isn’t just rereading the books or rewatching the movies; it’s stepping into the Wizarding World at Universal Orlando and feeling like I’ve been transported straight into J.K. Rowling’s universe. From…
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Welcome to Beyond The Rides
Hi there, I’m Geena, a proud Universal Orlando Annual Passholder, writer, and all-around theme park enthusiast. After countless park days, butterbeers, and conversations with fellow passholders, I decided it was time to create a space that celebrates the Universal experience that goes beyond the rides. I first came to Universal…
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