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Universal Destinations and Experiences

Welcome to the official podcast of Universal Destinations and Experiences. This podcast offers tips, recommendations, and favorite ways to experience Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood to help you plan your next vacation to the parks. You'll hear insider insights from special guests, sneak peeks of exclusive experiences, and stories behind your favorite attractions, including all new things coming to the parks. You'll also hear episodes for Halloween Horror Nights and more.

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Discover Universal - Guide to Universal's Islands of Adventure
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02/22/22 • 45 min

Welcome to the Discover Universal podcast! In this first episode, our hosts Kari and David share an overview of the incredible attractions, food, entertainment, and more at Universal’s Islands of Adventure while sharing a few of their personal favorites and helpful tips. With wizards, dinosaurs, and Super Heroes galore, this episode will take you on an audio tour of one of our three must-do theme parks. Learn the meaning of “more teeth” as Greg from Universal Creative reveals details of the all-new Jurassic World VelociCoaster and discover some hidden gems with our VIP Experience expert Whitney. Get ready to Discover Universal!

Additional Content:

Jurassic World VelociCoaster: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/rides-attractions/jurassic-world-velocicoaster

Jurassic World VelociCoaster POV Video: https://youtu.be/FJe42WzToFE

Incredible Hulk Coaster 360 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPvOhugpOPc

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure 360 Video: https://youtu.be/-PO9x-NEak8

How to Spend a Day at Universal’s Islands of Adventure: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/itineraries/how-to-spend-one-day-in-universals-islands-of-adventure/

Things to Do at Universal’s Islands of Adventure:: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/things-to-do/10-things-islands-of-adventure/v

Guide to Marvel Super Hero Island: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/guides-and-tips/universal-orlandos-travel-guide-to-marvel-super-hero-island/

Guide to Jurassic Park and Jurassic World: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/guides-and-tips/universal-orlandos-ultimate-guide-to-jurassic-park/

Links:

Universal Parks and Resorts

Discover Universal: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured

EDITOR’S NOTE: The availability of some offerings may be temporarily limited, please check with guest services for current details.

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Discover Universal - Halloween Horror Nights 2022 Full Reveal (Part 2)
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08/16/22 • 25 min

Kari and David welcome the Entertainment team behind Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights 2022 to reveal the line-up of this year's event. In this episode, learn about the original concept haunted houses and scare zones that will terrorize our guests this year.

Links:

Learn more about Halloween Horror Nights: https://www.universalorlando.com/hhn/en/us

Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/

Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us

Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured

Must be 21 years and older with valid Photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.

HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS WARNING: Event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. No costumes or costume masks allowed. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.

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Horror goes Hollywood! On this special Halloween Horror Nights 2023 episode, Kari and David are joined by John Murdy and Brandi Creason for an in depth reveal of everything coming to HHN this year at Universal Studios Hollywood. Learn about the haunted houses, scare zones, and Terror Tram appearing at this year's event, along with a fascinating discussion about the history and craftsmanship that goes into creating the event year after year.

Links:

Learn more about Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights, Southern California’s scariest Halloween event - https://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/hhn/en/us

Learn More about Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights Haunted Tales: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/podcasts/halloween-horror-nights-haunted-tales-at-universal-orlando-resort/

Listen to learn more about Halloween Horror Nights Orlando 2023: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/podcasts/listen-to-halloween-horror-nights-orlando-2023-full-reveal/

Learn more about Halloween Horror Nights: https://www.halloweenhorrornights.com/

Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/

Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us

Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured

HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS WARNING: Event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. No costumes or costume masks allowed. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.

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See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Something villainous is lurking at Universal Studios Florida...we’re so excited to reveal details for Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast! Join some of your favorite characters from Illumination’s Despicable Me and Illumination’s Minions movies to blast your way through an open world of sinister fun! Ride concept designer Carson Luter from Universal Creative walks Kari and David through all the exciting developments in this episode.

Links:

Illumination’s Minion Land Details Revealed - https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/news/just-announced-illuminations-minion-land-grand-opening/

Learn More: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/universal-studios-florida/lands/minion-land

Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/

Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us

Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured

Copyright & Trademark

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Discover Universal - Guide to Halloween Horror Nights R.I.P. Tour
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04/04/24 • 26 min

Join Kari, Demi, and the podcast team as they recount their thrilling adventure through Halloween Horror Nights on a Private R.I.P. Tour! This episode brings you all of the immersive details you need to know for an R.I.P. Tour. Brace yourself for a discussion packed with a lot of information and a few screams and scares along the way.

***This episode was previously recorded during Halloween Horror Nights 2023

Additional Content:

Links:

Halloween Horror Nights: https://www.universalorlando.com/hhn/en/us

Halloween Horror Nights R.I.P. Tour Information: https://www.universalorlando.com/web-store/en/us/add-ons?tab=Halloween%20horror%20nights

Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/

Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us

Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured

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HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS WARNING: Event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. No costumes or costume masks allowed. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.

*Select attractions will be available during Halloween Horror Nights

Must be 21 years and older with valid photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.

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See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Discover Universal - Discover Universal Season 2 Trailer
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06/07/24 • 0 min

Join us as we welcome the new hosts of the Discover Universal podcast — Cassie, Dylan, and Brian! As we gear up for Season Two, we're excited to dive into the highly anticipated Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort and upcoming offerings around the parks, including new attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. This season also includes even more content for Halloween Horror Nights including fan-favorite stories. Brian, our resident Halloween Horror Nights correspondent will join us for his favorite event. Whether you're a thrill-seeker or a horror enthusiast, we have you covered. This is a season you won't want to miss!

Grab your headphones and get ready to Discover Universal.

Links:

Learn more about the hosts: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/podcasts/podcast-introducing-season-two-of-the-discover-universal-podcast/

Website: Universal Parks and Resorts

Blog: www.DiscoverUniversal.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/

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See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Discover Universal - Dining at Universal CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort
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06/22/22 • 46 min

In this episode, hosts Kari and David share an overview of the dining at Universal CityWalk. Listen as they take you on a tour of the area while giving some of their tips and favorite places to eat. Hear from Executive CityWalk Chef Marcos about the details that go into preparing food at Universal’s CityWalk. Get ready to Discover Universal!

Additional Content:

Links:

Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/

Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us

Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured

Must be 21 years and older with valid Photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.

Copyright & Trademark

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Discover Universal presenta, Halloween Horror Nights: Haunted Tales, una antología de cuentos que explora las historias detrás de las escalofriantes creaciones de Halloween Horror Nights.

En el episodio de hoy, escucharás la historia de “Fiesta de Chupacabras”, una de las originales casas embrujadas que encontrarás en Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights de 2022.

Les presentamos: “Las Máscaras de Rosalía.

Links:

Learn more about Halloween Horror Nights: https://www.universalorlando.com/hhn/en/us

Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/

Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us

Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured

HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS WARNING: Event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. No costumes or costume masks allowed. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions, entertainment, and/or experience details are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.

Copyright & Trademark

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Our hotels are SUITE! Whether you’re here for a special celebration, with little ones, or simply vacationing in style, each hotel offers guests exciting choices and themes for hotel accommodations. Check out the unique rooms at each of our hotels, and join hosts Kari and David for an exclusive interview with Kate Lochridge, Resort Marketing Director, to break down which hotel room or suite is right for you!

Links:

10 Amazing Rooms You Won’t Believe We Have - https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/hotels/amazing-rooms-at-universal/

WATCH - Checked In - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIjU8lNECAo8Drlh3BH7LhGA1obTQAbCW

Hotel Overview: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/places-to-stay/hotels/at-a-glance/hotels-overview

Hotel Benefits: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/places-to-stay/hotels/compare-features

Hotel Offers: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/places-to-stay/hotels/special-offers

Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/

Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us

Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured

Must be 21 years and older with valid Photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.

Universal Express Unlimited - Requires theme park admission. Valid only at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Not valid at Universal’s Volcano Bay. Excludes separately ticketed events. Park-to-Park admission required to board the HogwartsTM Express. Benefit valid only for guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay. Available during normal theme park operating hours only. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.

Early Park Admission - Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal’s Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening for Universal’s Volcano Bay. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.

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Have your wands at the ready for a thrilling adventure through the halls and grounds of Hogwarts castle on Harry Potter and The Forbidden Journey in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Join Kari and David as they give details about what to expect from this incredible attraction and some things to look out for while you’re waiting to board your enchanted bench.

Links:

Complete Guide to Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/things-to-do/complete-guide-to-harry-potter-and-the-forbidden-journey-at-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/

VIDEO | Ride Guys | Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey - https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/videos/ride-guys-harry-potter-and-the-forbidden-journey/

Rider Safety: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/plan-your-visit/hours-information/rider-safety

Ride Height Requirements and Restrictions: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/plan-your-visit/hours-information/ride-height-requirements

Blog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/

Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/us

Universal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResort

Twitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featured

Must be 21 years and older with valid Photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.

Universal Express Unlimited - †Requires theme park admission. Valid only at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Not valid at Universal’s Volcano Bay. Excludes separately ticketed events. Park-to-Park admission required to board the HogwartsTM Express. Benefit valid only for guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay. Available during normal theme park operating hours only. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.

Early Park Admission - *Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal’s Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening for Universal’s Volcano Bay. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.

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See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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How many episodes does Discover Universal have?

Discover Universal currently has 82 episodes available.

What topics does Discover Universal cover?

The podcast is about Leisure, Hobbies, Places & Travel, Society & Culture and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Discover Universal?

The episode title 'Guide to Universal's Islands of Adventure' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Discover Universal?

The average episode length on Discover Universal is 30 minutes.

How often are episodes of Discover Universal released?

Episodes of Discover Universal are typically released every 9 days, 5 hours.

When was the first episode of Discover Universal?

The first episode of Discover Universal was released on Feb 9, 2022.

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