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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter With Your Grandchild

Program No. 22827RJ
Delve into the wizarding world as you explore Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade with your grandchild, and go behind the scenes to find out how Universal Studios makes the magic happen.

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At a Glance

Are you brave enough to be a Gryffindor? Is your grandchild clever enough to be a Ravenclaw? Maybe you and your fellow wizards have the ambition it takes to be a Slytherin or the loyalty of a Hufflepuff? Take your turn under the sorting hat and meet the team of wizards you’ll be competing with all week in Quidditch and Butterbeer-making competitions and Harry Potter trivia! Delve into the magical world of Harry Potter together as you explore Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade, and go behind-the-scenes at Universal Studios to learn how the park workers and special effects team make the magic happen.
Activity Level
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Standing and walking for several hours per day; getting on/off vehicles.

What You'll Learn

  • Pass through Platform 9 ¾™ and ride the Hogwarts™ Express to explore both Harry Potter parks on your own during free time with a three-day, two-park pass.
  • Learn about owls like Hedwig and Pigwidgeon and meet different types of raptors at a rescue center for birds of prey.
  • Play a real life game of quidditch.
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Mike Fowler
Mike Fowler is a natural born teacher. He was a teacher of history and geography for more than 18 years. His love of travel and teaching led him to leave regular classroom teaching to escort and lead the young and young at heart on journeys throughout the world. Mike is excited to share in Road Scholar learning adventures in Florida and experience the dynamic culture, people, and history. He also leads Road Scholar groups in Cuba.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Mike Fowler is a natural born teacher. He was a teacher of history and geography for more than 18 years. His love of travel and teaching led him to leave regular classroom teaching to escort and lead the young and young at heart on journeys throughout the world. Mike is excited to share in Road Scholar learning adventures in Florida and experience the dynamic culture, people, and history. He also leads Road Scholar groups in Cuba.
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Jose Armando Diaz was born in La Habana, Cuba and moved to Miami at the age of six. He graduated from Florida International University with a marketing degree. He worked for Pan Am and Delta Air Lines in marketing and management positions. After attending the International Tour Management Institute, Jose now leads programs in his hometown of Miami, Orlando, and Cuba. When he’s not working, he can probably be found on the beach, in the Everglades, exploring new restaurants, or traveling to other countries.
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