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Universal Studios Hollywood’s All-New Isla Nu-bar and Jurassic Café is a Foodie Paradise

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Universal Studios Hollywood’s All-New Isla Nu-bar and Jurassic Café

By Erin

The Jurassic Park ride at Universal Studios Hollywood was one of my favorites as a child. I am so happy that it will be back this summer along with some delicious eats and drinks!

Delicious Costa Rican-inspired cuisine and flavorful Tiki cocktails are being served up at Jurassic Café and at the all-new tropical Isla Nu-bar, adding to the dynamic guest experience as part of Universal Studios Hollywood’s new mega attraction opening this summer, “Jurassic World—The Ride,” based on the JURASSIC WORLD blockbuster films.

            Along with an array of souvenir collectible, limited edition and one-of-a-kind dimensional dinosaur sculptures from the Jurassic Outfitters store, guests can savor a piece of this exciting thrill ride even after they’ve gone home.

Borrowing its name from the fictitious Central American island in the JURASSIC WORLD movies, the stand-alone, open-air Isla Nu-bar, complete with a thatched roof, serves up tropical-themed Tiki cocktails in three collectible cups:  Etched Tiki, Bamboo-styled Tiki and Tiki God.

Etched Tiki Cup from Isla Nu-Bar at Universal Studios Hollywood

Whether blended or made-to-order with fresh juices, every aromatic blended drink is adorned with a pineapple leaf and edible orchid flower.  Flavorable beverages include Tropical Margarita, Piña Colada and Painkiller, along with island cocktails such as Tiki Tai, Bird of Paradise, Ti Peach, Rum Runner and Mai Tai.

Tropical Margarita drink from Isla Nu-Bar at Universal Studios Hollywood

 

Pina Colada drink from Isla Nu-Bar at Universal Studios Hollywood

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All Aboard for a Queen Mary Christmas in Long Beach!

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All Aboard for a Queen Mary Christmas in Long Beach!

By Kandis

*We were given media tickets for purposes of this post. All thoughts and opinions remain our own*

Come aboard a magical adventure filled with holiday spirt, the Queen Mary Christmas is a fun adventure for the entire family. Grab your friends, and climb aboard this historical ship, turned into a winter wonderland. Upon entering the ship, you will arrive in a beautiful Christmas tree lined promenade deck, filled with Christmas cheer and Christmas carolers. Enjoy vintage-dressed Christmas carolers and feel as if you are back in time. Christmas carols, dancing, ice-skating onboard one of the Queen Mary’s decks, a Gingerbread Village, Stocking Shop, light shows, and much more is here for the whole family to partake in, and don’t forget to visit the wonderful shops, watch the live entertainment, and enjoy some sweet treats. So step aboard the legendary ocean liner for an all-new adventure filled with incredible holiday festivities, setting sail now through January 6, 2019.

When Santa is away from his North Pole workshop, his Captain’s Quarters in the Shipyard are his home away from home. Join Santa here for a meet and greet, help him chart the course to the North Pole, and pose for a souvenir photo with the jolly fellow.  You will leave feeling as you truly visited the north pole.

Take the stairs up to the Christmas themed canopy, and make sure to stop and visit the gingerbread village and Santa’s Helpers stocking maker on your way up.

You and your family will be in Santa’s shop, with the help of his elf’s you can create your own personalized Christmas stocking.

Once you have finished your stocking, you will stroll down the ships deck which is illuminated with thousands of twinkling lights. This magical light show will lead you to an 80-foot animated Christmas tree. The Christmas tree is lighted nightly in a countdown celebration with thousands of twinkling lights, creating a magical experience you will never forget. Un-pop a cork or imbibe on delicious handcrafted cocktails while delighting in the ship’s yule lights and breathtaking views at the iconic Observation Bar.

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Celebrity Cruises Celebrates the Launch of “The Celebrity Revolution”.

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Celebrity Cruises Celebrates the Launch of “The Celebrity Revolution”.

By Monica

Last weekend I joined a group of travel agents and travel influencers at a very fun event held at the OUE Skyspace that was hosted by Celebrity Cruises and Los Angeles Travel Magazine! Located in the iconic US Bank Tower in downtown Los Angeles. During the event we were able to enjoy 360-degree views from nearly 1,000 feet above the streets of Los Angeles and the thrill of gliding down a 45ft glass Skyslide that takes you down from the 70th floor to the 69th floor.

We were greeted with cocktails and small bites while enjoying the wonderful views of Los Angeles.

The event was hosted by Celebrity Cruises and Los Angeles Travel Magazine to celebrate the launch of “The Celebrity Revolution”. You might already know this, but just in case, let me remind you all about Celebrity Cruises.

Celebrity Cruises’ iconic “X” is the mark of modern luxury, with its cool, contemporary design and warm spaces; dining experiences where the design of the venues is as important as the cuisine; and the amazing service that only Celebrity can provide, all created to provide an unmatchable experience for vacationers’ precious time. They have been praised for providing spacious, stylish interiors; dining experiences elevated to an art form; personalized service, with a guest-to-staff ratio of nearly 2:1; and unexpected, trendsetting onboard activities, all designed to provide a unique experience for guests.   

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