Archive for the ‘Universal Studios Singapore’ Category

September 7th, 2012

2012 Summer in Singapore: Revisiting USS – Far Far Away

Still my favorite part of USS… FAR, FAR, AWAY!

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Movie stars and talking donkeys… come experience the lifestyles of the rich and fairy-taled. Guests can enjoy Shrek 4D Adventure or sing along with our favorite steed at Donkey LIVE.

Who wouldn’t love this area which is surrounded with all those wonderful characters of SHREK! ♥

If you are in the area of Far, Far Away, don’t miss the Donkey LIVE show that will make you laugh and laugh!

Donkey LIVE

Sing along with Shrek’s sidekick Donkey as he hosts this interactive ‘live’ show.

*Show Times: 10:45am – 6:45pm (one show every half hour)

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Another must-see is the Shrek 4-D Adventure!

Shrek 4-D Adventure

Help save Princess Fiona in a totally in-your-face fairy tale adventure. Through the miracle of OgreVision you’ll see, hear, and actually FEEL the action right from your seat!

Join Princess Fiona, Shrek and Donkey on a honeymoon adventure that picks up where the Oscar-winning movie “Shrek” left off, through an original 3-D film, complete with jumps, bumps, bounces, air blasts and water spray that bring the action to life for each guest- with an extra dimension of special effects through the miracle of OgreVision glasses.

• Attraction Type: 4-D film experience; indoor
• Height Restrictions: Children under 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion.

With all the shops in USS, this is by far, my favorite…

Fairy Godmother’s Potion Shop

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Exciting toys, games and merchandise all from the world of Shrek.

I was able to buy a couple of souvenirs which my girls really love.

I really love this area and how I wish I could go back and stay in Far, Far Away longer than before. This is highly recommended! (*wink*)

Universal Studios Singapore
8 Sentosa Gateway
Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888
enquiries@rwsentosa.com

September 6th, 2012

2012 Summer in Singapore: Revisiting USS – The Lost World

The Lost World is the area where both adults and kids will enjoy.

Divided into two themed areas: Jurassic Park™ and WaterWorld™, this zone is for fans of the two blockbuster movies, as they can experience a dense tropical forest where dinosaurs lurk, then watch death defying stunts filled with thrills and spills! SOURCE.

The main attraction for me at The Lost World is the Waterworld show.

WaterWorld™

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Based on the blockbuster film, “Waterworld”, witness a tidal wave of death-defying stunts, along with thrills and spills from real explosions of fire and water at this sensational live water show.

• Attraction Type: Live action stunt spectacular; sheltered

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Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure®

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It’s lunch time at Jurassic Park™ and you’re on the menu. Featuring a white water raft system with state-of-the-art animatronics and a thrilling white water drop, thrill-seekers on circular rafts will be tossed on waterways within the Jurassic Park compound, where prehistoric creatures roam free.

• Attraction Type: River raft ride; outdoor
• Height Restrictions: Guests under 107cm may not ride. Children between 107cm and 122cm must be accompanied by supervising companion.

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Dino-Soarin’®

Children can ride on the back of flying dinosaurs called Pteranodons, soaring up into the sky or plunging down into the shadows.

• Attraction Type: None
• Height Restrictions: Children under 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion. No hand-held infants.

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Canopy Flyer™

Board your dino-proof flying vehicle as you enjoy a prehistoric bird’s eye view of Jurassic Park™.

• Attraction Type: Aerial ride; outdoor.
• Height Restrictions: Guests under 92cm may not ride. Children between 92cm and 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion. No hand-held infants.

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Another area that you shouldn’t miss!

Universal Studios Singapore
8 Sentosa Gateway
Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888
enquiries@rwsentosa.com

September 5th, 2012

2012 Summer in Singapore: Revisiting USS – Ancient Egypt

Every area in USS is very interesting and here’s another one that is worth checking out!

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Ancient pyramids and obelisks stand fast against the sands of time as you are transported to 1930’s Egypt, the Golden Age of Egyptian Exploration. Travel to an era when entire Pharaohs tombs were discovered- and their terrible curses unleashed.

I won’t forget the Ancient Egypt area because of the Mummy ride that was quite an adventure!

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Revenge of the Mummy®

Plagued on all sides by huge fireballs, swarms of scarab beetles and an army of warrior mummies, all in total darkness.

Can you survive the awesome power of Imhotep’s curse or will you be entombed inside forever?

• Attraction Type: High speed roller coaster; indoor.
• Height Restrictions: Guests under 122cm may not ride.
• This ride employs safety restraints which may not accommodate certain people due to their body shape or size. SOURCE.

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Treasure Hunters®

Venture out on an expedition into the forbidding sands of ancient Egypt, where young treasure hunters can drive their own vintage motor car for an exciting visit through at an abandoned excavation site.

• Attraction Type: Motor car ride; outdoor
• Height Restrictions: Children under 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion. No hand-held infants. SOURCE.

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Meet the Army of Anubis

Encounter Egyptian royalty and the Army of Anubis as you experience the Golden Age of Ancient Egypt.

Daily Meet and Greet:
11:00am – 7:00pm

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Just like what I said in the other rides that we tried, don’t miss this area in USS!

Universal Studios Singapore
8 Sentosa Gateway
Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888
enquiries@rwsentosa.com

August 31st, 2012

2012 Summer in Singapore: Revisiting USS – Sci Fi City

The next area that we explored in USS is the Sci Fi City.

The city of the future has arrived. Through the impressive portals of Sci-Fi City you will experience the ultimate intergalactic battle of Good vs. Evil and visit a vibrant metropolis with all the ultimate modern conveniences. SOURCE.

Our trip to USS was really unforgettable all because of the Transformers Ride which we love so much! This is located in the Sci Fi City.

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Get ready to experience this hyper-realistic 3D thrill ride, right in the middle of all the action in the incredible world of TRANSFORMERS. The fate of humanity hangs in the balance as villainous DECEPTICONS invade NEST Headquarters to steal the ALLSPARK. And you’ve been volunteered to take it to safety and save our planet! Race through the city, zipping through subway tunnels, down city streets and across high-rise rooftops, hanging on for dear life. Join OPTIMUS PRIME and the AUTOBOTS as you become a freedom fighter in the ultimate 3D battle against the forces of evil. SOURCE.

It was definitely one memorable ride!

Other attractions that can be seen in Sci Fi City are the following…

Accelerator®

Test your intergalactic stamina and see if you can keep your wits about you while madly spinning on this whirling twirling attraction.

• Attraction Type: Seated spinning ride; sheltered/outside
• Height Restrictions: Children under 122 cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion. No hand-held infants.

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Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN vs. CYLONTM

Choose your side – HUMAN or CYLON – as you engage in the ultimate intergalactic battle between good and evil on the world’s tallest dueling roller coasters! Themed after the hit television series Battlestar Galactica, these spectacular, intertwined coasters offer a truly exhilarating adventure as you twist, turn and drop in an intense aerial dogfight.

Riders on both coasters will experience unbelievable thrills as they race towards each other and nearly collide!

Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN®
Zooming at speeds of 82.8 km/h, the HUMAN Viper Mark II is a seated coaster that propels you 14 storeys into the air while pursuing your enemy

Battlestar Galactica: CYLON®
The CYLON Raider is a suspended roller coaster that will turn your world upside down as it runs through a vertical loop, corkscrew and cobra roll.

• Attraction Type: High speed roller coaster; outdoor.
• Height Restrictions: Guests under 125cm may not ride.
• This ride employs safety restraints which may not accommodate certain people due to their body shape or size.

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Just like what I said in the other rides that we tried, don’t miss this area in USS!

Universal Studios Singapore
8 Sentosa Gateway
Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888
enquiries@rwsentosa.com

August 28th, 2012

2012 Summer in Singapore: Revisiting USS – New York

Not much you can see at the New York area but still, like any other areas, there is always something special worth checking out.

Feel the spirit and energy of America’s biggest and grandest city as you stroll along the sidewalks and enjoy all the classic landmarks. Soak in the impressive city skylines, neon lights, and facades that set the scenes for big city fun and real-time movie production. SOURCE.

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In front of this building is a show that is worth watching.

The Rockafellas

Welcome to the streets of the Big Apple as NYC brings you an up close and personal taste of B-Boyin. SOURCE.

*Show Times:
12:00pm, 1:30pm, 3:00pm and 4:00pm

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Another must-see is the Lights, Camera. Action!

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Lights, Camera. Action!™ Hosted by Steven Spielberg

Be blown away as an empty sound stage becomes the setting for a major hurricane about to hit New York City – right before your very eyes. SOURCE.

This would be, by far, my favorite part of New York! ♥

Don’t ever miss it!

Universal Studios Singapore
8 Sentosa Gateway
Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888
enquiries@rwsentosa.com

August 26th, 2012

2012 Summer in Singapore: Revisiting USS – Lunch at Mel’s Drive-In

After a couple of minutes roaming around Hollywood Boulevard, we decided to have lunch at Mel’s Drive-IN.

Classic 1950’s drive-in diner serving all-American favorites like our famous rocket sauce burger, with a side of fries and a thick milkshake.

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Who wouldn’t love burger, fries and soda!?

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That’s what we had at Mel’s Drive-In. We totally had a good lunch!

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Mel’s Drive-In gets a little crowded and it takes a while to get your orders, so take note of that before having lunch at the diner.

Universal Studios Singapore
8 Sentosa Gateway
Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888
enquiries@rwsentosa.com

August 24th, 2012

2012 Summer in Singapore: Revisiting USS – Hollywood

On our third day in Singapore, we went to Universal Studios Singapore. The weather was getting crazy! It was raining and then it would stop and then it would be too hot, we couldn’t take it anymore. But surprisingly, it didn’t dampen our moods. We still made sure that we have a great time in our second visit to USS (the first time was 2 years ago).

The first ever stop that you will encounter is the Hollywood Boulevard. You will not miss this area!

Step onto Hollywood Boulevard framed by dynamic architecture, palm trees and the famous Walk of Fame, you will feel as if you have landed in the center of the entertainment universe. SOURCE.

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For me, the Hollywood Boulevard welcomes you to USS. It actually sets the mood of what’s going to happen in your visit to the park. And since this street is awesome, an awesome adventure awaits you to the next areas of USS. Although take note that there are no rides here yet, so no mechanical stuff that you will see nor pillow block parts that you will notice. No sounds from the rides even. But lots of things that you can do…

Walk along the boulevard as if you are really in Hollywood!

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Monster Rock™ at Pantages Hollywood Theater™

Come watch the infamous Universal monsters in this rock-n-roll musical. SOURCE.

Show times:
11:00am, 1:15pm, 3:30pm and 5:30pm

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Universal Studios Store®

A shopping extravaganza offering the largest variety of Universal Studios themed collectibles, toys and apparel. SOURCE.

Don’t ever miss this area if you happen to visit Universal Studios Singapore!

Universal Studios Singapore
8 Sentosa Gateway
Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888
enquiries@rwsentosa.com

January 28th, 2011

SG/Bintan 2010 Trip: Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure

I wasn’t able to ride this personally but based on my brothers and sister’s experience, they all had a blast!

Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure is a raft water ride located in The Lost World zone at Universal Studios Singapore in Resorts World Sentosa, Sentosa Island, Singapore. The entire attraction was built from scratch. It uses a river rafting system.Riders start at a station similar to that seen in Jurassic Park River Adventure, where they board 9-person circular rafts.

Here’s the photo of them at the rapids adventure ride that I wanted to send as post cards to friends and family but I didn’t know how to handle the return address labels. I was having second thoughts what the return address would be. And besides, if ever the post card ever comes back, we won’t be at the “return address” anymore.

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Good thing they didn’t get so wet during the ride. It definitely was an adventure for all of them!

January 26th, 2011

SG/Bintan 2010 Trip: The Revenge of the Mummy

This ride is probably the most thrilling and scariest ride I’ve ever tried in my life. I’ve been warned actually that this ride is really something! But, still, I wanted to try it for experience sake.

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And I didn’t regret my decision because I had a blast. Scared at first, but enjoyed it while it lasted.

Revenge of the Mummy is an indoor steel coaster featured at the Universal Studios Singapore theme park, in the Ancient Egypt Zone. The coaster is based upon the popular Mummy movie franchise directed by Stephen Sommers. The ride was opened on 18 March 2010. The ride is nearly identical to the Orlando version of this attraction, however it includes new sounds and effects, as well as a new ending featuring Imhotep being sealed inside his tomb. Some of the ride’s themeing was provided by Adirondack Studios.

I can say, it was the best rollercoaster ride ever!

January 25th, 2011

SG/Bintan 2010 Trip: Madagascar at USS

The Madagascar area was also our favorite zone thanks to the carousel. Most of the spots here are nice for photo opps too!

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This area features a displaced cargo ship that houses the ‘Madagascar: A Crate Adventure’ ride. This zone also features all the characters from DreamWorks Animations’ Madagascar. Everybody loves this zone. Here are the attracations around the area…

- King Julien’s Beach Party-Go-Round

King Julien, the self-appointed king of the lemurs, knows how to move it, move it, and now he spins guests round and round to the beat of high-energy dance music in this crazy carousel, sure to be a family favorite. At this festive beach scene, King Julien and the Lemurs are throwing a party for their favorite freaks from New York: Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Gloria the Hippo, and Melman the Giraffe.

- Madagascar: A Crate Adventure

Merchandise are sold at Penguins Mercantile and you can dine at the following restaurants…

- Marty’s Casa Del Wild
- Gloria’s Snack Shack

I must say, this is probably the only zone that the kids love aside from the Far, Far Away zone. Even the grandparents love this place.

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