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Based on the popular comic book brand. The rides
in this section are as follows:
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Marvel Super Hero Island
Attractions: |
 The
Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man:
Universal Express
(5 Stars)
Height Requirement : 40 inches
The best way to describe this ride is to say that all
your senses are attacked on this ride. You begin
the attraction by noticing the amazing job they have done
in the queuing area. You are queued in a mock up
of the Daily Bugle newspaper, where tidbits of the story
you are about to 'experience' are fed to you. Eventually,
you work your way onto a car that is somewhat similar
to the Countdown to Extinction vehicles used at Disney's
Animal Kingdom. That, however, is where the similarity
ends. With 3D Glasses in hands, your adventure begins.
Almost immediately, you become aware that this will be
a most unusual ride. The integration of 3D technology
with the physical world is amazing here. In once
scene, Spider-Man appears to jump on the roof of your
vehicle, and the vehicle responds accordingly.
Throughout the attraction, 3D characters appear to punch,
kick and otherwise pummel your car into spins and even
very high free falls. I've been on a lot of rides
in my day, but nothing, and I mean nothing comes close
to this. This ride earns a 5 star rating.
Whatever Universal paid the designer of this attraction...it
wasn't enough!! This is a HUGE draw for crowds,
and should be experienced first thing in the morning,
or later in the evening when crowds are lower.
Tip: Single
riders line is available. The single riders line usually
opens when the regular wait is 30 minutes or more.
Hidden secret:
After you encounter the Hobgoblin and you smash through
a set of doors, you will enter a scene with Dr. Octopus
and Spider-Man battling in front of a theater. As you
enter this room, look to your left. You will see a telephone
number. Dial this phone number with a 407 area code and
you will hear a special message!
 The
Incredible Hulk Coaster:
Universal Express
Height Requirement: 54 inches
If
you like coasters, you should find the Incredible Hulk Coaster
to be a fairly enjoyable ride. Visible from almost
every area of the park, this 'green behemoth' is an imposing
structure that is built directly over trafficked areas of
the park. As a matter of fact, one of the rides loops
actually goes under the bridge between Marvel Superhero
Island and Port of Entry . Unlike many coasters,
the Incredible Hulk Coaster shoots you out of the gate,
going from 0 to 40mph in 2 seconds flat. There
is no real straight-away here for you to recover from the
series of corkscrews, loops and subterranean dips.
This attraction has received rave reviews from visitors
and coaster enthusiasts alike, and is a VERY BIG draw for
crowds. Expect to do this first thing in the morning,
or right before park closing. Otherwise, you should
anticipate wait times up to 2 hours to ride.
Tip: Single
riders line is available. The single riders line usually
opens when the regular wait is 30 minutes or more.
Tip: For the
best view, ride in the front row. For a more intense ride,
choose the back row.
Dr.
Doom's Fearfall Universal Express
Height Requirement: 52 inches
This attraction blasts you 150 feet up, and forces you
back down faster than gravity. You are in an open
air car during this and should be a particular warning
for those with a fear of heights.
Tip: Single
riders line is available. The single riders line usually
opens when the regular wait is 30 minutes or more.
Tip: For
more airtime, stick your arms and legs out as you’re
shot up.
Storm Force Accelatron
Universal Express
The X-Men need your help! Professor X has recruited
you to enhance Storm's weather control abilities against
her battle with Magneto. You climb aboard round teacup-like
pods (seats up to 5) and you spin yourself around. The
faster you spin, the more energy you produce for Storm.
Ultimately, Storm wins and Magneto retreats. This ride
is a clone of the popular Mad Tea Party at the Magic Kingdom.
The ride differs because the "teacups" have
a lot more legroom for adults. There's also a cool rock
sound and other lighting effects. Storm Force Accelatron
is a ride to be experienced at night. The strobe, lights,
and fog effects are enhanced greatly in the dark.
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Marvel Super Hero Island
Shops: |
- Comics Book Shop - Featuring tons
of comic books and trading cards
- Spider-Man Shop - Features Spider-Man
- Kingpin's Arcade - Fairly good size
arcade with a wild air hockey game!
- Oakley - Sundals, Towels and Sunglasses
- The Marvel Alterniverse Store - Apparel,
accessories, jewelry, mugs and much more
- Hulk Photo - Attraction Photos
- Charictures - Face paintings (located
outside Kingpin’s Arcade)
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Marvel Super Hero Island
Restaurants: |
- Cafe 4 - pizza, pasta, Italian sandwiches,
salads, beer & wine.
- Freeze - serves sno-cones, snacks
and sodas
- Chill Ice Cream- ice cream sundaes
- Cotton Candy
- Captain America Diner - Burgers,
chicken sandwiches, milk shakes.
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