Islands of Adventure - Dragons to Reopen, Potter and More

[Deadman]

source: screamscape

According to Universal’s website, Dueling Dragons is slated to only remain closed through to March 18th, so look for it to open on Friday morning if all goes well. Like before, I’m guessing they wont be using the castle queue until they are ready to launch the entire Wizarding World experience. No word on if the new dragon skins will be on the trains or not. You can see a photo update of the latest construction around the rest of the Wizaring World at Behind the Thrills this week. Included are pictures and a video showing off the Hogwarts Express with the smoke effect working. Another construction update around IOA can also be seen at Orlando Parks News.

 

[Skip]

source: screamscape

Incredibly disappointing and a missed opportunity if true. The tracks need to be repainted and additional theming added to the ride area.

 

[Studios Fan]

Incredibly disappointing and a missed opportunity if true. The tracks need to be repainted and additional theming added to the ride area.

Agreed. I thought they were repainting the tracks.

 

[Deadman]

apparently not

 

[Lee]

I'm a bit confused. When I was there on Sunday, Fire seemed much more of a darker red than last time I rode it.....
Maybe it was just me...:shrug:

 

[T-1MILLION]

I'm a bit confused. When I was there on Sunday, Fire seemed much more of a darker red than last time I rode it.....
Maybe it was just me...:shrug:

It is not just you. There are changes being made and the prep work has started. Sandblasting and priming has to come first. Although I think it would be a mistake if the attraction reopens painting can be done during non operating hours.