Dreamscapes Travel & Lifestyle Magazine
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DREAMSCAPES SPRING/SUMMER 2016 60 TRAVEL GALLERY >> BY CYNTHIA DAVID DS M ore than five years in the making and inspired by J.K. Rowling's stories, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has opened its doors at Hollywood's Universal Studios. At its centre sits Hogwarts Castle, where the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride takes visitors through memorable scenes alongside Harry, Ron and Hermione. Travelling by Floo powder (wearing 3D goggles), guests soar high above Hogwarts, join a Quidditch match and narrowly escape a dragon attack. Then take the family on the outdoor Flight of the Hippogriff outdoor coaster. Before you leave, have lunch at Three Broom- sticks and stop at Ollivanders, where clerks will help a wand choose you. universalstudioshollywood.com/harrypotter C ruise Palm Springs in a brand new way with the eco- friendly Sunny Cycle. This 15-seat pedal and electric-powered vehicle holds 10 peddlers, five non- peddlers and two team members. An electric motor makes uphill climbs a breeze during the two-hour tour. Passengers pedal awhile, stop for refreshments then mount the bike and pedal on. With a stereo sound system, flat-screen TV, USB phone chargers, misters for hot days and a selection of non-strenuous routes from which to choose near the down- town core, Sunny Cycle is a relaxing way to explore the city. sunnycycleps.com N ew York City is home to a number of hip, under-the- radar clubs showcasing emerging artists from around the world. Standouts include Brooklyn Bowl, Union Pool, Joe's Pub at The Public Theater and Rockwood Music Hall. Before she became famous, Lady Gaga performed at The Cutting Room in 2006. Classical music lovers should check out Bargemusic and Merkin Concert Hall at the Kaufman Center, while jazz lovers can head to the Smalls Jazz Club, Met- ropolitan Room and Blue Note. nycgo.com/concerts DAVID SPRAGUE/UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD SUNNY CYCLE JOE BUGLEWICZ A s part of the 100 th anniversary celebration of the U.S. National Park Service, Oregon's Crater Lake National Park is offering free admission for 16 days this year. Crater Lake, one of the 10 deepest lakes in the world, is also famous for the ghostly Phantom Ship, an island formed 400,000 years ago. Take a Volcano Boat Cruise and learn about the lake's history, geology and cultural significance. Weather permitting, boat cruises are scheduled to operate daily from June 26 to August 14. traveloregon.com CRATER LAKE NATIONAL PARK