Journalist Seth Kubersky joins us to discuss news from IAAPA Expo and Destination D23! Everything from how Fast & Furious: Supercharged was a mistake to new details for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and how Disney may be misleading you with Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser!

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• Unofficial Guides: https://theunofficialguides.com
• Orlando Weekly: http://orlandoweekly.com/news/columns/lac
• Twitter Account: http://twitter.com/skubersky

Related Links:

• Glenn Close Announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuBHqwkPReU
• Baby Groot Animatronic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdDJ77uDwWQ
• Lightsaber Training: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48zQGqrX2EI
• EPCOT to be Done 2023: https://blogmickey.com/2021/11/epcot-overhaul-project-to-be-completed-in-2023/

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In this special Bonus episode of the ParkStop Podcast, we are joined by artist Emory of Emory Arts, the original sculptor of fan-favorite Lil' Boo from the "Wicked Growth" haunted house at this year's Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando.

Learn the origin story for this adorable little pumpkin that has taken the fandom by storm, as well as how its original creator feels about the phenomenon itself, and her hopes for Lil' Boo's future.

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On this packed episode of the podcast we're digging deeper into recent announcements about Pokemon working with Universal, Shrek 4-D's rumored replacement, The Mummy refurbishment, Donkey Kong, and more.

HHN Inspired Candles: https://souvenirscents.com/discount/PARKSTOP10

Related Links:

• Tron Bikes Arrive to Walt Disney World: https://twitter.com/Coastercrew/status/1448299630253445127
• Shrek Closing, Mummy Refurb & Potter VR: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/multiple-attractions-to-close-this-january-at-universal-orlando-rumor-update/
• Spider-Man Replaced by Pokemon Rumor: https://themeparkuniversity.com/universal/is-pokemon-taking-over-an-amazing-adventures-of-spider-man-attraction/
• Moving Walkways at Minion Walk-through: https://themeparkuniversity.com/universal/whats-replacing-shrek-4-d-at-universal-studios-florida/

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After experiencing all 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, and 2 shows, Ian and Alicia give their thoughts on the complete HHN experience at Universal Orlando for 2021. There are some spoilers for each of the houses, of course, as we discuss our favorite and least favorite elements from this year's event.

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We're joined by Parkscope Joe to go over all the announced and unannounced elements for Halloween Horror Nights 30 at Universal Orlando, including what houses, scare zones, and shows we expect, plus possible changes and ticket details we might see!

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• Joe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/parkscopejoe
• Parkscope.net: http://www.parkscope.net/
• Touring Plans Blog: https://touringplans.com/blog/author/joe-matt/

Related Links:

• HHN2021 Speculation Maps: https://twitter.com/HNNightmares/status/1419696596149850112?s=20
• Touring Plans HHN29 Price Guide: https://touringplans.com/blog/ultimate-halloween-horror-nights-29-guide-part-1-planning/
• Lagoon Show Testing Video: https://twitter.com/drubov/status/1420954442879361028?s=20
• Magic Show Magus Utopia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y91kl1tvj6A

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Alicia and Ian are joined by Patrick Dougall to talk about the grand opening of Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure, including reviews for the new ride, foods, merch and more! Plus, we talk about Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary offerings.

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After two and a half years of reporting on the development of this new attraction, does it live up to expectations? What are the best parts of the ride and the queue? What could've been improved? And are Alicia's character impressions getting *worse* somehow?

• VelociCoaster Queue Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BpKFFVVN8c
• VelociCoaster Store Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GzEqS7CsUuo

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It's time to go over all the latest permits for Universal's Epic Universe in Orlando. We're catching up with all changes since last year, and what might change moving forward, as we comb through every single permit in this deep dive into the new theme park!

• Loot Crate: https://loot.cr/2P0UaBW Promo code: PARKSTOP
• Automated Permit Bot: https://twitter.com/uoapb
• Epic Universe Site Plan Images: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/everything-we-know-about-universals-epic-universe-permits-and-site-plans
• Hub Coaster Visualization: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFGjkQ1tqhk
• Affordable Housing story: https://themeparkshark.com/universal/universal-orlando-helping-to-build-affordable-housing-on-20-acre-site-near-epic-universe/

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We're joined by TDR Explorer to learn what it's really like to step foot into the recently grand opened Super Nintendo World. With details on the rides, the best foods to try, info on the interactive experiences and more, this is a full overview of Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan!

• TDR Explorer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tdrexplorer
• SNW Complete Guide: https://tdrexplorer.com/super-nintendo-world-guide/

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We're joined by Seth Kubersky of the Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando to discuss our thoughts on the Mario Kart ride opening, Mardi Gras food, predictions for HHN, Volcano Bay reopening, the worst food at Islands of Adventure and safety measures in the parks going forward.

• Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando: https://theunofficialguides.com/product/the-unofficial-guide-to-universal-orlando/
• Unofficial Guides on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theUGseries
• Seth Kubersky on Twitter: https://twitter.com/skubersky

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