Dialogue, discussion, and debates around all things Universal Orlando with husband and wife annual passholders. UO Explorers is not affiliated with Universal Orlando and is an unofficial podcast.
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Send us a text HHN33 is finally here and Koby and Hollie share their hype lists for this year's event. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 135: Epic Universe Helios Grand Hotel
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie discuss the released details of the Epic Universe Helios Grand Hotel. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 134: Universal Icks and Green Flags
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Send us a Text Message. Koby and Hollie share their top icks and green flags from around the parks at Universal Orlando. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency
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Send us a Text Message. Koby and Hollie share details of their upcoming August trip to Universal Orlando. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 132: HHN Announcements and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter- Ministry of Magic
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Send us a text New HHN and Epic Universe news including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter- Ministry of Magic. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 131: 3 Ways to Plan a Day at Universal Orlando
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Send us a text In this episode, Koby and Hollie explain three ways you can plan out a day at Universal Orlando to make the most of your vacation. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency
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Episode 130: HHN Updates- Ghostbusters and Insidious House Announcements, Scare Zones, and HHN Plans Update
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Send us a Text Message. Hollie and Koby chat about the new HHN updates and news. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency
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Send us a Text Message. Koby, Hollie, and Tyler discuss the new Epic Universe News of Dark Universe. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 128: Children's Menus and Tips with Jon Self
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie chat with special guest Jon Self about some of the best spots to eat with children around the parks. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 127: Special Announcement and Universal Family Podcast Guests
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie share a special announcement and chat with The Universal Family Podcast about some of their past trips and best tips. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency
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Send us a Text Message. Koby and Hollie share some of their rookie mistakes at Universal Orlando so that you can avoid them on your next trip. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 125: A Quiet Place and HHN Premium Scream Night
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie talk about the most recent HHN house announcement and the new Premium Scream Night. Tune in for an extra creepy episode! Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 124: 25 Things We Love For IOA's 25th Anniversary
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Send us a text In honor of Island of Adventure's 25th anniversary, Koby and Hollie share 25 things that they love about IOA including rides, food, lands, and more. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency…
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Episode 123: HHN33 House Announcements- May 2024
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Send us a Text Message. HHN33 house announcements are here- and we're sharing our initial reactions and a bit of insight into the current lineup. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie share their rankings of the hotels at Universal Orlando Resort. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 121: May 2024 Epic Universe Announcements Part 2
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Send us a text We finish up our discussion about Epic Universe news with our special guest, Tyler. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 120: May 2024 News- Shows, Parade, Dreamworks Land, and Epic Announcements
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Send us a text We chat about the new happenings at Universal Orlando with our special guest, Tyler. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency
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Episode 119: How to Plan a Relaxing Trip to Universal Orlando
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Send us a text In this episode, we share practical tips and strategies for planning a stress-free and relaxing trip to Universal Orlando Resort. From choosing the right accommodations to navigating the parks at a leisurely pace, discover how to make the most of your visit while enjoying moments of relaxation. Tune in for insider insights and expert…
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Episode 118: Ghost Rooms and More with Favorite Grampy Travels
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Send us a text Nikki and Grampy from Favorite Grampy Travels join Koby and Hollie to share all the details about booking "Ghost Rooms" at Universal Orlando. Then tune in to hear some of our top recommendations and stories from around the parks. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Tra…
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Episode 117: 2024 Best Ride Bracket Semi-Final and Final Rounds
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Episode 116: 2024 Best Ride Bracket Round 3
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie trim down the eight remining rides to four in round 3 of the best ride bracket. Remember, this is the judging criteria, with Hank deciding tie-breakers: Immersiveness Best On-Ride Feature Pain/Sickness Potential Ease of Access Level of Enjoyment Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is …
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Episode 115: 2024 Best Ride Bracket Round 2
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Send us a text Round 2 of our annual 2024 best ride bracket is here. The matchups get a bit tougher to see who will make it to the next round. Remember, here are the judging categories: Immersiveness Best On-Ride Feature Pain/Sickness Potential Ease of Access Level of Enjoyment Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast i…
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Episode 114: 2024 Ride Bracket Round 1 Part 2
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie wrap up the first round of the 2024 ride bracket. Tune in to hear some upsets! Remember, here are the judging categories: Immersiveness Best On-Ride Feature Pain/Sickness Potential Ease of Access Level of Enjoyment Find a bracket using the link in our socials or using the link below. Support the Show. Socials, Support…
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Episode 113: 2024 Ride Bracket Round 1 Part 1
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Send us a text Join us for the ultimate showdown as we pit the most iconic rides against each other in a thrilling ride bracket competition! Who will emerge victorious as best ride? We randomly seeded the rides and used the following judging criteria: Immersiveness Best On-Ride Feature Pain/Sickness Potential Ease of Access Level of Enjoyment Find …
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Episode 112: Park Updates- Drones, Fast and Furious, Kong, and DreamWorks Land
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie share some new happenings around the parks including sightings of testing a drone show, Fast and Furious news, Kong removing 3D, and the upcoming DreamWorks Land. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency…
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Episode 111: Mardi Gras Food, Ride and Dine, and Food Review with Jon Self
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Send us a text We're chatting about all the Mardi Gras food we were able to try out, as well as the Ride and Dine experience and a review of our visit to Toothsome's- all with special guest Jon Self. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency…
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Episode 110: Mel's, Circus McGurkus, and Food Around Universal with Jon Self
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie invite food blogger Jon Self on to discuss some recent Universal Orlando food news and share some of his top restaurants and snacks around the parks. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency…
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Episode 109: Mardi Gras 2024 Trip Report- Overview
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Send us a text Check out Koby and Hollie's Mardi Gras 2024 trip overview including hotel and food reviews, the rides we loved, who we saw around the parks, and the new strategy we've started using for our park days. Check back next week to hear about the Mardi Gras food and Ride and Dine! Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More Thi…
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Send us a text Join hosts Koby and Hollie as they share their upcoming Mardi Gras trip plans at Universal Orlando Resort! Get ready for delicious dining, thrilling rides, and catching beads at the Mardi Gras parade. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred T…
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Send us a text Dive into the flavors of Mardi Gras! Join hosts Koby & Hollie as they unveil the park's specialty menus for 2024. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 106: Epic Universe News February 2024
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Episode 105: Busting Universal Orlando Myths
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Send us a text In this episode, we're setting the record straight on Universal Orlando Resort myths. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 104: Mardi Gras 2024 Concert Lineup and Shows Around the Parks
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Send us a text Join Koby and Hollie for a quick dive into Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras concert lineups! Plus, catch the lowdown on regular park shows. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 103: Best Snacks Around the Parks
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Send us a Text Message. Hollie and Koby share some of the best snacks they have had around the parks (so far). Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie explain all there is to know about express passes including Universal Express Unlimited, ghost rooms, where and how to purchase passes, and when you may or may not need them. Reach out if you have any other questions about Express Passes! Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsor…
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie share what they're most excited for in 2024. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 100: 100 Things We Love About Universal
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Send us a text For their 100th episode, Koby and Hollie list 100 things they love about Universal Orlando. Note: This episode's cover is from our first trip to the park together! Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency…
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Episode 99: Multi-Park Draft with Hank and Stogie
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Send us a text Koby, Hollie, and their dogs, Hank and Stogie, face off to build the best ride lineup from Universal Orlando and select rides from Disney World. Make sure to vote on our socials before 12/25/23 for your favorite ride! Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Univ…
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Send us a text Hollie and Koby share some of the experiences at Universal Orlando that are worth your money- and some that aren't. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 97: Worst and Best Rides to Get Stuck On
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Send us a text Hollie and Koby list off what they think would be the worst and best rides to get stuck on at Universal Orlando. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Send us a Text Message. Koby and Hollie share some recent news and updates from Universal Orlando- including holiday updates, Mardi Gras Ride & Dine, and Epic Universe. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency…
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Episode 95: Why You Shouldn't Try to Do Universal Orlando in One Day
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie share why you should plan at least 2 days for your next Universal Orlando trip. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 94: Our Favorites- Revisited in 2023
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Send us a Text Message. We revisit our very first episode to update our favorite ride, land, hotel, snack, drinks, and more. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Send us a text Hollie and Koby discuss what they think the most overrated and underrated ride, land, restaurant, and hotel are. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Episode 92: Rip Ride Rockit Song List, Universal Credit Card, and Hogwarts Express Updates
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Send us a text Hollie and Koby chat about some recent updates and news from Universal Orlando. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Send us a Text Message. Koby and Hollie share their thoughts on the final 5 HHN32 houses. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Send us a text Hollie and Koby talk about 5 houses from HHN32 and share where they've ranked them. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie share the details of their HHN32 trip during opening weekend. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel Agency
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Episode 88: Patreon Design-Our-Day and a Trip to the Other Park (MNSSHP)
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie share how the Patreon Design-Our-Day went and about a trip to see one of the other Central Florida theme parks. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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Send us a text Koby and Hollie review the theming, rooms, service, and more from their stay at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. Support the Show. Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels, a Universal Preferred Travel AgencyBy Koby & Hollie
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