Kaleidoscope Travel & Cruise

Article Published: April 12th, 2007

Our next stop in California was Universal Studio’s Hollywood. It is a fun filled theme park that captures the thrill and glamour of Hollywood.Everything here is related to the moviemaking industry. When Universal City was founded in 1915 the public was invited to visit – special bleachers were constructed at the studio to give the public the chance to observe moviemaking firsthand. Universal Studio’s is the only Southern California theme park that is also part of a working movie studio. Unlike the other theme parks, the rides are not the major attraction. First we headed for the lower lot to Revenge of the Mummy ride – the newest attraction is an indoor roller coaster based on the Mummy movies. Next it was off to Jurassic Park, based on Steven Spielberg’s popular movies, this ride is fantastic but you will get very wet. The main attraction of Universal Studio’s is the Studio Tour, during the 50-minute tour the tram took us around the studios production lot, through a New York City Street, past the Bates Motel and for a visit with King Kong. Terminator 2 – 3D incorporates well-done special effects and live actors and is worth a visit. Another great show is Fear Factor Live – based on the popular TV show, this show tests the courage and strength of participating guest as they compete in extreme stunts. Next we were off to Sea World San Diego to visit with Shamu the killer whale.

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