In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor celebrate the one year anniversary of the podcast.  They share all of their favorite moments and episodes from the past year.  Thank you to all of our listeners for following the show over the past year.

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.  

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In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor celebrate the one year anniversary of the podcast.  They share all of their favorite moments and episodes from the past year.  Thank you to all of our listeners for following the show over the past year.

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.  

Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals!

Have a question you would like to be answered on the show?  Email us at [email protected]

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In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor wrap up the Halloween Horror Nights season with the announcement of “House of the Year”, “Scare Zone of the Year”, and “Production of the Year”.  They also discuss the recently filed permit for a 150,000-square-foot building headed to Epic Universe.  Finally, Christmas at Universal is great; however, Jim and Taylor share their Blue Sky ideas for what could possibly be added to the holiday festivities. 

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.  

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In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the ins and outs of Universal Orlando’s 2026 ticket package, which leads into a discussion about the lengthy refurbishment of Volcano Bay starting in 2026.  In the second half of the episode, they discuss a unique experience in Holiday Harbor Nights at Portofino Bay Hotel. 

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.  

Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals!

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In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the Wicked For Good Experience at Universal Studios, Orlando International’s major renovation plans, Universal is testing out a single attraction express pass offering, but it comes at a price, and they go over all the lands coming to the Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas.  

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.

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In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss Taylor’s trip to Universal Orlando on the podcast's first ever trip report.

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.

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In this week’s episode, Jim tries to hold down the fort as Taylor is on vacation in Universal Orlando.  Lonely Jim discusses the reopening of Stardust Racers, the dates for the holidays at Universal Orlando, an indepth look into Rock the Universe packages (even if you do not go for the music the prices are great!), and finally the dates for 2026 Mardi Gras have been released.

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.  

Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals!

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In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the rumor of Mythos closing in 2026 and play a game of “This or That,” which ends up with more laughs than expected.  Please excuse the first 10 minutes as we had difficulties with the recording.

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you. 

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In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the tragic and unfortunate news of a man who passed away shortly after riding Stardust Racers at Universal’s Epic Universe.  This episode is a far departure from the show's normal, light-hearted nature.  Jim and Taylor find this news to be very uncomfortable to discuss and provide only the current facts of the situation, without imposing any opinion on the matter.  They appreciate your understanding of the seriousness of this episode and will return to the fun, entertaining, and informative podcast episodes next week.  

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.  

Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals!

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In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the current list of attraction refurbishments with dates, including a very lengthy closure for one attraction.  They also discuss all the awards Universal Orlando received at Amusement Today’s 2025 Golden Ticket Awards, the potential demise of the Lost Continent, and the process of obtaining a free souvenir at Halloween Horror Nights this year.

Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, let the Universally Epic Podcast team help you at no additional cost to you.  

Exclusive Universally Epic Podcast Booking Bonus from The Magic For Less Travel…Receive a $25 Universal Gift Card when you book a vacation package $2,500 or more.  Make sure to ask us about all the current Universal Orlando discounts and travel deals!
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