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Universal Studios Hollywood, Comedian Jimmy Fallon is New Video Host of World-Famous Studio Tour

March 28, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Universal City, California -- Hollywood's longest-running hit is about to get a rousing re-make. The Studio Tour at Universal Studios HollywoodSM, which has taken over 150 million visitors behind the scenes of the movie and television industry's biggest hits, will introduce a new video host this spring as comedian Jimmy Fallon, star of NBC's "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," becomes the ride's "virtual Studio Tour Guide." Jimmy will be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: California, Hollywood, New York City, Universal Studios

Universal CityWalk Adds Sizzle to Date Night with “The Awesome Date”

February 16, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

A New Customizable Dinner, Movie and Valet Parking Program for $25 a Person Universal City, California Universal CityWalk introduces The Awesome Date, " a convenient, flexible and exciting date night experience featuring dinner and movie for two, plus valet parking, for an affordable $25 per person. Whether it's a romantic evening for two or a pals night out on the town, "The Awesome Date" is designed to bring affordability, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, California, Culture, Hollywood, Music, Nightlife, Restaurants, Romantic, Shopping Mall, Sports, Universal Studios

‘Discover Torrance’ Visitors Bureau Created To Promote Tourism To This Los Angeles County City

January 3, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Torrance, CA (January 3, 2011) - In a bid to create a greater awareness for itself as an affordable, safe, and attractive Southern California tourism destination, a lodging group of 14 hotels of more than 50 rooms has partnered with the City of Torrance and the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce to create Discover Torrance (a non profit 501c6 organization), the official visitors bureau for Torrance, California. Additionally, Heather Johnston … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airport, Beach, California, Disneyland, Fashion, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Resort, Santa Monica, Shopping Mall, Universal Studios

Visit Hollywood!

December 15, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

What's the ultimate destination this holiday season? Hollywood, of course! The epicenter of premiere entertainment, shopping and dining experiences is being transformed into a Winter Wonderlalaland this season with a number of exciting festivities going on throughout the city. Don't believe it snows in LA? Think again! At Universal Studios Hollywood's Grinchmas celebration, going on now, enjoy tons of fresh snow, the original Whoville sets, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Celebrity, Christmas, Holiday Season, Hollywood, Nightlife, Shopping Mall, Universal Studios

Another fantastic trip to LA and the OC!

October 6, 2010 by Dave10 Comments

One of the highlights of this latest trip was re-visiting Universal Studios (and experiencing lighter than normal traffic on the infamous freeways). One new attraction to me was the Ifly experience located in the "citywalk" which leads to the main entrance. This is a "vertical wind tunnel" which for $40 and 2 mins of your time (after waiting in line and undergoing a short instruction session) you can "fly"! Put on a flight suit, goggles and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Freeways, Traffic, Universal Studios

28th AMERICAN WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL Universal Studios

September 22, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

THE TABLE IS SET FOR 28th ANNUAL AMERICAN WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL 2010 Luxury-Travel Auction Is Icing on the Cake At Puck / Lazaroff Charitable Foundation Event LOS ANGELES, CA - Sept. 22, 2010 - The countdown is on to the epicurean event of the season, the 28th annual American Wine & Food Festival, benefiting Los Angeles Meals on Wheels. On Saturday, Sept. 25, the nation's top chefs will treat L.A.-area food and wine enthusiasts to a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, American Airlines, Bakeries, California, Cambodia, Coffee, Dancing, Drinking, Festival, Fiji, Food and Wine, Greece, Hawaii, Los Angeles, Luxury Travel, Music, Napa Valley, Paris, Universal Studios, Vietnam

Starline Tours reveals Hollywood’s nightmares

September 13, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Starline Tours reveals Hollywood's nightmares on celebrity streets during Halloween month - Crime Scenes and movie locations are featured throughout October on Movie Stars' Homes Tour HOLLYWOOD, CA-September 13, 2010-Halloween wasn't invented on the big screen but there's no better place than Hollywood get into the spirit of the season. From vampire bites on wax celebrities to an entire hotel-turned haunted mansion, Hollywood goes to the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Beach, Canyon, Celebrity, Cruising, Drinking, Hollywood, Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Monica, Universal Studios, Village, Walking tour

‘King Kong 360 3-D’ Created by Peter Jackson,

July 1, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

The World's Largest Most Intense 3-D Experience, Opens At Universal Studios Hollywood, The Entertainment Capital of L.A.SM With 3D Press Briefing by Peter Jackson and Star-Studded Premiere Universal City, CA -- 'King Kong 360 3-D' created by Peter Jackson, the world's largest most intense 3D experience, made its debut today on the famed Universal Studios HollywoodSM Studio Tour, combining a ground-breaking use of Surround Digital 3D … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Film, History, Hollywood, Rainforest, Technology, Universal Studios

Universal Studios re-opens New York…

May 27, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Universal Studios Hollywood's Legacy Continues: Completion of New York Street Ushers in a New Era for the Studio Tour (May 27, 2010) Today was a historic day at Universal Studios Hollywood as Ron Meyer, President and Coo, Universal Studios, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, Steven Spielberg, L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Chief Deputy Daryl Osby and Ret. Fire Chief Doug Barry, we're joined by such guests as Jonah Hill, Christopher Lloyd and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Film, History, Hollywood, London, New York City, Paris, Universal Studios

New Online Travel Site, ExperienceHollywood.com

April 8, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

New Online Travel Site, ExperienceHollywood.com, Powered by Universal Studios HollywoodSM, Offers Convenient One-Stop Vacation Booking to Hollywood's Preferred Hotels and Attractions Universal City, California Booking a vacation in Hollywood, California just became foolproof with the introduction of ExperienceHollywood.com, a new full-service online travel site powered by Universal Studios Hollywood, designed to connect hotel, air … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: California, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Nightlife, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Spa, Universal Studios, Walking tour

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