Episode 264 - Getting ready for the opening of Universal's Epic Universe!
Getting ready for the opening of Universal's Epic Universe!
Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 264 and this week our feature topic is Getting ready for the opening of Universal's Epic Universe! This week we take a look at Universal's Epic Universe that will be opening on May 22, 2025! Here's what we talked about:
Cheddar from the Big Cheese:
Sophie: Get ready for majestic landscapes, stunning architecture and Disney inspirations aplenty – Adventures by Disney will be taking travelers on brand-new itineraries to Switzerland and Greece! And if you’re a big Disney/history buff (like me), prepare to add these trips to your bucket list. These Adventures by Disney destinations will launch in 2026!
Brenda: Mother’s Day is May 11th. Happy Mother’s Day to all of the Moms out there! If you live in the WDW area or are visiting, there are some awesome Mother’s Day activities you can enjoy at Disney Springs, everything from getting a photo with Mom, to taking in a morning fitness class with Mom. Or, if shows are more of a thrill for you, you can get special Mother’s Day tickets for Drawn to Life at Cirque du Soleil. The tickets are 20% off and can be purchased from now to May 11th, and can be used for performances through September 28th!
Mike: Yesterday was Star Wars Day! May the 4th be with you! Disney released two new walkthrough videos on Disney+ for our enjoyment and to commemorate the day. The first is Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland, and the other is a ride-along through Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance! So even if you aren’t at the parks, you can still enjoy a little Disney at home!
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Feature Topic: Getting ready for the opening of Universal's Epic Universe!
As most of you already know, Universal’s Epic Universe theme park opens to the public on May 22nd. This week, we’re going to take a look at all that the new park will have to offer so you can get ready with us for the opening of this one of a kind park!
Universal Orlando website, explore parks, Epic Universe.
Five Lands:
Celestial Park - stars, planets, constellations
Portal to Super Nintendo World
Portal to Isle of Berk
Portal to The Ministry of Magic
Portal to Dark Universe
Express Pass at Epic, but three rides that aren’t included
Ministry of Magic
Mine Cart Madness
Donkey Kong
13 attractions at Epic Universe.
Food
Viking Restaurant in Isle of Berk
Thawfest Platter: Chicken drumsticks, grilled salmon and sausage. Meat Platter
Toadstool Cafe
Das Steakhouse
The Burning Blade Tavern
Atlantic
The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian
Pizza Moon
universalorlando.com - top right corner, drop down menu, explore the parks
Helios Grand hotel, Stella Nova and Terra Luna resorts.
This Day in Disney History for 5/5/2025:
1929: The birth of Disney Legend Ilene Woods.
Stump the Soph!
Disgust from Inside Out (Take 2!)
Gusteau from Ratatouille
A little bit of Walt
“Our heritage and ideals, our code and standards, the things we live by and teach our children are preserved or diminished by how freely we exchange ideas and feelings.” - Walt Disney
Coming next week: The Disney Treasure - Food, Entertainment, and More!