Wizarding World of Harry Potter Celebrates 1,000,000th Butterbeer Sale

In celebration of selling its millionth Butterbeer inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Orlando Resort shared 1,000 complimentary Butterbeers with guests on the streets of Hogsmeade © 2011 Karen Rubin/news-photos-features.com

In celebration of selling its millionth Butterbeer inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Orlando Resort shared 1,000 complimentary Butterbeers with guests on the streets of  Hogsmeade.

Butterbeer appears as a favorite drink inside the Harry Potter books and films and is only available inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  It is a nonalcoholic, frothy drink reminiscent of shortbread and butterscotch and is served cold or frozen.

Much has been written about Butterbeer since it made its debut on June 18, 2010, making it one of the most talked about beverages of 2010.  There has been much speculation about its secret ingredients – but Universal Orlando will not share the closely guarded recipe. Universal has implemented special security procedures to protect the details.

Butterbeer quickly became a guest favorite.   To help meet the strong demand, Universal Orlando added a fourth Butterbeer location within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

“You can see the excitement on our guests’ faces as they wait in line – and then the smile that comes with their first sip,” said Ric Florell, General Manager and Senior Vice President of Resort Revenue Operations for Universal Orlando.  “Butterbeer is not just a beverage. It’s an experience.”

 

Inspired by J.K. Rowling’s compelling stories and characters, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is the most spectacularly themed environment ever created. It is the only place in the world where the wonder, excitement and adventure of the Harry Potter books and films come to life.

 

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ORLANDO WORLD CENTER MARRIOTT RESORT OFFERS SAVINGS ON HOLIDAY STAYS

The Orlando World Center Marriott Resort provides near access to Universal Studios and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter; special holiday rates © 2010/Karen Rubin/news-photos-features.com.

Celebrate the joys of the season at the Four-Diamond, Orlando World Center Marriott Resort and unwrap the amazing savings of Holiday Advance Purchase Rates. Enjoy any one of the most popular and joyous occasions:

Thanksgiving stays, available Nov. 19-Dec. 2, rates are from $149 per room, per night.

Christmas and New Year’s stays, from Dec. 19, 2010 through Jan 2, 2011 are from $139 to $209 per room per night.

The family friendly 200-acre playground will be decked out in holiday style with festive and themed events and activities throughout the resort. Cheers to holiday drinks and dining specials in the restaurants. Kids can participate in holiday crafts, or watch their favorite holiday movie, before making a splash at the tropical lagoon pool with its 106-foot waterslide, cascading rock waterfalls and grotto, the resort’s hot spot for plenty of cool pool games. The world-class adventure continues with an indoor pool; secluded spa pool; two kid’s pools, and six whirlpool spas. Play a game of volleyball, basketball, tennis, ping-pong or venture a round of golf on the 18-hole championship course. Guests can also experience the full service Spa and 10 diverse restaurants and lounges including a food court, and a Starbucks^® for families on the go.

The Orlando World Center Marriott Resort is located only 1.5 miles from Walt Disney World^® and just minutes from SeaWorld^® Orlando, Discovery Cove^®, Aquatica™, and Universal Studios^® Orlando.

For more information or reservations, call  888-99-World and ask for rate code ADP, or visit Orlando World Center Marriott Resort.

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