It was my dream to set foot in any theme park before. I haven't been to any theme park in the Philippines - Star City nor Enchanted Kingdom. Thankfully I was able to save and come to Singapore last August 2014 to visit my friends and experience Universal Studios Singapore (USS).
From the usual price of 74 SGD, I booked early from their website and paid around 68 SGD only. The ticket came with a meal voucher worth 5 SGD. There's also another ticket named Universal Express Ticket which was quite expensive than the usual one but would save time from the long lines towards any ride. My childhood friend and classmate, Stephen, who is also working in Singapore, came with me to enjoy the day. To get there, we rode the circle line towards Harbourfront station and proceeded to level 3 of Vivo City to board the Sentosa Express.
By luck, we found Stephen's college friends also visiting the park and so we all went together. I was happy to have found new friends: Marvie and Anna Katrina.
It took us a while to go in because we had to wait for Stephen to buy his entrance ticket and we had to have photos with the Universal Globe.
It took us a while to go in because we had to wait for Stephen to buy his entrance ticket and we had to have photos with the Universal Globe.
We just can't contain our excitement! Marvie, Stephen and Anna having their jump shot before going in.
USS has a lot of theme zones. The first one was named Hollywood which was modeled after the real Hollywood Boulevard of the 1970s.
When we passed by the area, we found that characters from Mel's place were having a show. We watched for a few minutes before going further.
The next zone we went to was named New York. This area featured sidewalks and classic landmarks to mimic the famed city. We found a replica of the famous New York Public Library and also met special Sesame Street characters. The line was long and when it was almost our turn to have pictures with them, the staff said the characters have to go elsewhere (bad luck!). So we ended up with only this photo.
We then grabbed a map to navigate ourselves through the park.
When we passed by the area, we found that characters from Mel's place were having a show. We watched for a few minutes before going further.
The next zone we went to was named New York. This area featured sidewalks and classic landmarks to mimic the famed city. We found a replica of the famous New York Public Library and also met special Sesame Street characters. The line was long and when it was almost our turn to have pictures with them, the staff said the characters have to go elsewhere (bad luck!). So we ended up with only this photo.
Sci-Fi City was the third zone we went into and was themed as what cities would look like in the future.
At the time of our visit Battlestar Galactica, which consists of a pair of duelling roller coasters, was closed for renovation. Not to be disappointed, we lined up for an hour to try the Transformers ride. It was so cool and fun! Actually it was my first 3D ride ever.
The fourth zone we entered was Ancient Egypt. It is based on the historical adaptation of Ancient Egypt during the 1930s Exploration. We saw a lot of obelisks and pyramids. This is also where we rode the Revenge of the Mummy Ride. We have to leave our things in the lockers before we were allowed to get into the ride. It was as exciting and fun as the transformers ride.
Next up was the Lost World zone which consisted of Jurassic World and Waterworld. Jurassic World is where Stephen, Marvie and Anna rode the Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure. I did not want to get wet even though raincoats were required so I chose to just wait for them and look after our things.
While on our way to see the other sites in Jurassic World, we saw familiar faces. Our teacher, Madam Beth, and her whole family were enjoying USS too!
At the time of our visit Battlestar Galactica, which consists of a pair of duelling roller coasters, was closed for renovation. Not to be disappointed, we lined up for an hour to try the Transformers ride. It was so cool and fun! Actually it was my first 3D ride ever.
The fourth zone we entered was Ancient Egypt. It is based on the historical adaptation of Ancient Egypt during the 1930s Exploration. We saw a lot of obelisks and pyramids. This is also where we rode the Revenge of the Mummy Ride. We have to leave our things in the lockers before we were allowed to get into the ride. It was as exciting and fun as the transformers ride.
It was a Sunday when we visited the park. Imagine all the people and the queue!
While on our way to see the other sites in Jurassic World, we saw familiar faces. Our teacher, Madam Beth, and her whole family were enjoying USS too!
We then raced to catch the live action performance in Waterworld. We were so impressed with the stunts and pyrotechnics. The stage was in a very large pool and I could not count the times when actors fell in the water and climbed up again.
All I can say is that they were such great actors. The seats surrounding the pool were colored according to how wet the audience would be if they sat on it. We chose the farthest seats so we can remain dry. After the show, we were able to have photos with the cast.
All I can say is that they were such great actors. The seats surrounding the pool were colored according to how wet the audience would be if they sat on it. We chose the farthest seats so we can remain dry. After the show, we were able to have photos with the cast.
The sixth zone we went to was named Far Far Away. It was inspired by the animated movie Shrek and showed how the fairy tale characters lived in daily life.
We saw Shrek but was not able to line up for photos. So, I took this paparazzi shot of him and Fiona.
We saw Shrek but was not able to line up for photos. So, I took this paparazzi shot of him and Fiona.
The highlight of the zone was the 40-metre tall Far Far Away Castle where we saw Shrek 4-D adventure. It was a simple yet fun ride. I heard there is a new ride named Puss in Boots' Giant Journey. Hearing from my friends, it had a long queue and is an exciting roller coaster. I hope I can ride it too!
The last zone we went to was Madagascar. This was inspired by the animated film of the same name. We were able to ride the carousel named King Julien's Beach Party Go Round because it had a less queue!
The last zone we went to was Madagascar. This was inspired by the animated film of the same name. We were able to ride the carousel named King Julien's Beach Party Go Round because it had a less queue!
and have the boat ride named Madagascar Crate Adventure.
Another memorable thing that happened on our USS adventure was when we saw our childhood and close friend Daryl :) We were able to have a few minutes of catching up.
It was a magical and enjoyable day. Although our legs were tired from all the walking and queuing, it did not hinder our memorable and busy day. Thank you for reading and til my next blog! :)
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