Universally Epic Podcast

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss a big Halloween Horror Nights announcement, Hagrid’s has an express line now, and they come up with creative new character dining experiences at Universal Orlando Resort.  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 Or...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the epically low wait times on opening day at Universal Orlando’s newest theme park, Epic Universe.  They also discuss what the opening of Epic Universe has done to the' theme park' wars between Universal and Disney.  Finally, has Universal tipped its hand on its first expansion to Epic Universe? Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Uni...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor wish everyone a happy EPIC week as Epic Universe opens Thursday, May 22!  They also discuss the retraction of Virtual Line at the Ministry of Magic and the standby wait times that have ensued.  Jim and Taylor discuss the longest they have ever stood in line for an attraction.  In the final segment, they discuss the most underrated Universal Orlando attraction...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss Butterbeer in City Walk, Virtual Lines, and our top 10 things to do other than rides at Universal Orlando Resort. 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...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss Universal’s decision to end the use of Tapu Tapu at Volcano Bay, Epic Universe preview tickets, and some new food items at Epic Universe.   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 Universa...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor unlock Universal Epic Universe with our friend and host of the Unlocking Universal Podcast, Holli Carter.  Holli gives us first-hand experience of both Celestial Park and Dark Universe.   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 Univ...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the newly released Halloween Horror Nights Easter Preview Map.  Jim comes up with a new game, Guess That Warning Sign.  And they discuss fun finds at Epic Universe. 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 v...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss news from our Universal Sales Manager Al Johnston including Vegas, the UK, Epic Universe Annual Pass Tickets & Military tickets, Epic Soft opening tickets, and if you can believe it more!  We also discuss some etiquette guidelines when seeing walk-around characters at Epic Universe or even at the other two parks. Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss a Super Nintendo World expansion map that popped up on social media.  They also discuss media previews, Stardust Racers vs Velocicoaster, and so much more.  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,...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the recently released Halloween Horror Nights Speculation Map.  Also in this week’s episode, they discuss Epic Universe Express Passes, VIP Experiences, and Photo Pass. 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 Orlan...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the opening of Terra Luna Resort and celebrate the show’s 20th episode with 20 must do’s at Universal Orlando Resort. 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...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor are joined by friend and host of the Unlocking Universal Podcast, Holli Carter, as they discuss single-day tickets on sale now and then take a virtual tour of every attraction in Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure.   Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss Universal Orlando Expansion Blue Sky Projects. 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 Pod...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss Butterbeer season, Single Rider, Child Swap, and the Next Generation of Wands. 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. ...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss Butter Beer goldfish, Supercharged closing, Halloween Horror Unleashed, and Back to the Future. 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 additio...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss the recently released food and drink options coming to Epic Universe. 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.   Exclusi...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss T-Pain, Dynamic Resort Pricing, and the opening day attraction The Funtastic World of Hanna Barbera. 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 ad...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor discuss Velocicoaster ranks #1 by Theme Park Insider, Ticketless entry, Volcano Bay Nights, Legend of Zelda at Island of Adventure and Halloween Horror Nights already!? 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 vacat...

In this week’s episode, Jim and Taylor go coast to coast as they discuss the Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Tram Tour.  The Studio Tram Tour is responsible for so many attractions found at Universal Orlando Resort.   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...

In this week’s episode, Jim and new co-host Taylor Franklin discuss which attractions will be included in early park admission at Epic Universe.  They also discuss Universal’s Land and Sea package options and continue their series on opening day attractions with Kongfrontation. Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-P...

In this week’s episode, Jim and new co-host Taylor Franklin discuss the musical lineup for Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando and also go over a few of the food items that will be available this year at the festival.  They also continue their opening day attraction series with Jaws. Jim Klein and Taylor Franklin are certified Universal specialists and travel agents with The Magic for Less Travel, a U...

In this week’s episode, Jim and podcast regular Taylor Franklin start a new series that will deep dive into the opening day attractions at Universal Studios starting with the only one that is still remaining.  They also discuss some big savings options for you if you plan on visiting Universal for Mardi Gras this year.  Jim finally saw Wicked, so they discuss how Universal is going to use the IP m...

In this week’s episode, Jim and podcast regular Taylor Franklin discuss Rip Ride Rockit news and look forward to the new year with important Universal Orlando dates to know coming in 2025, especially Epic Universe which opens on May 22, 2025.  Jim Klein is a certified Universal specialist and travel agent with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universa...

In this week’s episode, Jim and special guest Audie Lawley discuss Sapphire Falls Resort, Isle Of Berk, and also give some ideas on what we would like a VIP Tour to look like at Epic Universe which opens on May 22, 2025.  Jim Klein is a certified Universal specialist and travel agent with The Magic for Less Travel, a U-Preferred travel agency. Ready to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation, le...

In this week’s episode, Jim and special guest Holli Carter discuss “Breakfast with The Grinch”, Dreamworks Land, and Crepes.   As well as, Stella Nova and Terra Luna Resorts opening early 2025 just before Epic Universe opens May 22, 2025. Be sure to stay to the end of this one for bonus food discussions after the outro.   Jim Klein is a certified Universal specialist and travel agent with The Magi...