I’m wondering how “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” theme park at Universal Studios’ Islands of Adventure is going over with parents who refuse to allow their kids to read the books for religious reasons.

Alan Whitt

I know some of those folks. In fact, I love some of those people.

They argue that the demonic tone of witches and wizards is not a good fit – spiritually – for their children.

I can respect that, but I have never understood that philosophy. It’s a movie … it’s not real. If you’re not disturbed by the undead in movies, then how can you worry about the unreal? There are worse movies than the Harry Potter series being absorbed by kids every day.

And if you truly believe Harry Potter movies will harm your children then the “The Wizard of Oz” should be banned as well.

Islands of Adventure and the original Universal Studios in Orlando are amazing parks … and in my opinion more exciting than Disney World. But can you take little Johnny to Islands of Adventure and simply walk by the Harry Potter “island?” Is the entire park now cursed by association?

Hmmm. You’ll have to judge for yourself.

However, if you’re not worried about such things, the Universal Orlando Resort is not only a fantastic vacation, but – no offense to Disney World – a pretty good bargain.

For those who live in the Southeast, its not a bad drive either – under 12 hours from Nashville – which translates into a great family vacation without the wallet-busting airfare.

Besides the two theme parks, you’ll find non-stop nightlife and three AAA Four Diamond Award hotels, all in one convenient location.

You’ll experience the pulse-pounding thrills of Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Take a starring role in some of the biggest movies and TV shows ever created at Universal Studios.

Enjoy the best in restaurants, nightclubs, shopping, movies and more at Universal CityWalk, and stay steps away in one of three uniquely themed on-site hotels. It’s all at Universal Orlando Resort, where vacation becomes adventure.

And you can get all this in a three-night, two park getaway package starting at $509 per adult!

You don’t need a magic wand to get this deal. All you have to do is call Allure Quest Travel Experience at 615-818-8241 or 615-336-8580. Or email us at alan@allurequest.com.

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