In this episode of the Disney Hour Express Podcast, hosts Abbie and Rob take listeners on a virtual tour of Universal Orlando’s highly anticipated new theme park — Epic Universe. Whether you're planning a family vacation to Universal or just love staying up-to-date on theme park news, this episode is packed with insider info.
What You'll Hear in This Episode:-
🪐 Breakdown of Epic Universe’s Five Themed Lands:
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Celestial Park
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Isle of Berk (How to Train Your Dragon)
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Ministry of Magic (Wizarding World of Harry Potter)
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Dark Universe
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Super Nintendo World
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🍔 Dining Options in Epic Universe:
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Discussion on the park’s limited sit-down restaurants
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Tips for finding the best quick-service meals for families
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🎟️ Ticketing and Previews:
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What to know about Epic Universe preview tickets
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Early access rumors and booking strategies
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🌍 Bonus Updates from Disneyland Paris:
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Sneak peeks at new attractions and park expansions
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📅 Upcoming Universal Events:
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What’s on the calendar for Universal fan events in 2025
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Abbie and Rob also share their first impressions, offer planning tips, and explore how this new park stacks up for families traveling with kids. To reach Abbie and Rob and find their socials, please head to https://linktr.ee/familytravelplanner
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Disney Hour Express 00:54 Exploring Epic Universe: Overview and Anticipation 03:57 The Themed Lands of Epic Universe 08:59 Celestial Park: Attractions and Experiences 12:03 Isle of Berk: Dragon Adventures 17:04 Ministry of Magic: A Harry Potter Experience 19:11 Dark Universe: Thrills and Chills 23:00 Super Nintendo World: Gaming Comes to Life 28:07 Dining Options in Epic Universe 32:10 Dining Options and Entertainment Highlights 36:02 Epic Universe Preview and Opening Details 38:41 Family Friendliness and Kid-Friendly Attractions 41:53 Initial Impressions of Epic Universe 50:17 Disneyland Paris Updates and New Attractions 01:02:46 Universal Fan Events and Future Attractions
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