Alicia and Ian share their first reactions, impressions, and thoughts on exploring Universal Epic Universe for the very first time in this special episode of the ParkStop Podcast.

Contains minor spoilers from inside the park, and some fun facts about the queues, but we try to keep away from revealing main ride content.

Related Links

• Possible Zelda Nods: https://attractionsmagazine.com/legend-of-zelda-universal-epic-universe-rumor/

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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Epic Universe food announced and we are ready to dig in! We share what we can't wait to try, won't want to touch, and can't believe they're offering. It's a smorgasbord of food info and we're determined to munch through it all. Plus, some quick thoughts on the Universal Stella Nova Resort and its food offerings!

Related Links

• Epic Food Complete Guide: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-food-previewed-for-all-five-worlds-and-helios-grand-hotel/
• Epic Food Preview Official: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/theme-parks/epic-universe/dining
• Chronos Spinning: https://x.com/ParkTwister/status/1889183289094611221
• Windmill Fire Daytime: https://x.com/hhn_jacob/status/1889795285519335923

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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We are hyped for Epic Universe since it's actually opening THIS YEAR! We're checking out the latest nighttime aerial views from Bioreconstruct, commenting on recent news, and sharing our thoughts on when we might see previews. Plus, our reaction to Muppets closing date news out of Walt Disney World.

Related Links

• Muppets Dates Official Announcement: https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/monsters-inc-the-muppets-hollywood-studios/
• Muppets Work Walls Timeline: https://blogmickey.com/2025/01/first-construction-walls-muppets-courtyard-end-march/
• Rumors for Universal Studios UK: https://www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/is-bedfords-universal-theme-park-about-to-be-given-the-green-light/
• Epic Nighttime Aerial Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VX1M_gb-L0
• Epic Burning Blade Fire Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvH-QoSj2j4
• Epic Aerial Photos X: https://x.com/bioreconstruct
• Epic Aerial Photos Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bioreconstruct.bsky.social

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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Alicia and 'Naynay are back to talk about recent theme park news, PizzeRizzo Prom, and all the Disneyland 70 offerings, including Walt Disney – A Magical Life, debuting later this year.

Related Links

• Disneyland 70th News: https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-the-70th-anniversary-at-disneyland-resort/

'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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We're joined by Seth Kubersky to discuss IAAPA Expo 2024, the state of the themed amusement industry as we prepare for Epic Universe's opening, and The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2025!

Related Links

• Unofficial Guide Universal Orlando: https://theugseries.com/UniversalOrlando2025

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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We give our reaction to the news that the new Monsters Inc land coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios will in fact be replacing Muppets, plus our theories as to how the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster re-theme will go and the future to Muppet*Vision 3D.

Related Links

• Unofficial Guide Universal Orlando: https://theugseries.com/UniversalOrlando2025
• Parks Blog Announcement: https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/monsters-inc-the-muppets-hollywood-studios/
• Henson Studios Comment: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCuATojNbDN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
• Muppet*Vision 2D by Martin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzCSBkAi7xM

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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We gab about how well (and not well) the ticket purchasing experience has been for Epic Universe so far, and 'Naynay is dishing on differences between California's and Florida's Bayou Adventure!

Related Links

• Epic Universe Ticketing Info: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/first-wave-of-epic-universe-tickets-on-sale-now-opens-may-22-2025/
• Tiana Ride Vehicle Flooding: https://x.com/thecalibae/status/1850380900707745837

'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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We have the opening date for Epic Universe, and tickets are on sale this week! We discuss all the news surrounding these important announcements, including some of the fine print for ticket sales, one of the hotels being delayed, and more!

Related Links

• Opening Date Announcement Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PS3v1OC-mx8
• Official Information: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/theme-parks/epic-universe
• Official Blog Post: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/news/everything-we-know-about-universal-epic-universe-opening-date-tickets-more/

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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Alicia and Ian are joined by 'Naynay to give our review for this year's Halloween Horror Nights event at Universal Orlando, including our thoughts on all 10 houses, 5 zones, the show and even some of the food and drinks, (plus our thoughts on the value for the Private RIP Tour). Includes spoilers for all houses!

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• 'Naynay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay
• 'Naynay Twitter: https://x.com/Naynay3655

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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'Naynay and Alicia finally sit down to go over all of the D23 Expo new ride announcements, especially news for Disney California Adventure, like Avatar, Coco, and Avengers Campus.

Related Links

• D23 Disneyland Announcements: https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/icymi-disneyland-resort-d23-event-2024-recap/

'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay

Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social

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Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop