UO Explorers- A Podcast About Universal Orlando

Starting off our Welcome to Universal series, we discuss everything there is to do in the Jurassic Park area of Islands of Adventure.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

The Universal Orlando Explorers take on Hershey Park in Hershey, PA. We do a trip report and find some comparisons to Universal Orlando.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

The Universal Orlando Explorers visit Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey to take on Kingda Ka and other coasters. Listen in for the trip report and some surprising theming.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We round out the top 10 of our rankings of all the queues 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

We discuss breaking news and details about Minion Land coming to Universal Orlando in Summer 2023.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

The queue rankings continue with numbers 20-11. We discuss our reasoning, whether you should use Express Pass or not, and if there's a best time to ride.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We wrap up the latest park news and updates in May 2023.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We say, "Good-bye," to Poseidon's Fury with what we liked and disliked, some of our favorite memories, and think about what could happen next.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We're ranking ALL 30 queues in the park and say judge whether they're worth going through in standby- even if you have express passes. This episode is the bottom rankings of 30-21.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We share our list of movies and shows to watch before you head to Universal Orlando to get the most out of there rides and references 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

It all comes down to this- find out which ride we deem the best for our 2023 best ride bracket.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Weather reports calling for rain? Hear what we'd do in the parks and how to make the most of your day.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

The debate continues! We have all of round 3 here. See who makes it to the semi-finals and finals! Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We share what we think about the rumor that Gringotts may be switching to 2D, and make some tough choices 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

We finish up round 2, part 2 of our 2023 best ride bracket. In this round we see the following matchups: Forbidden Journey vs. High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride; Men in Black vs. The Simpsons Ride; Velocicoaster Vs. Rip Ride Rockit; and Spider-Man vs. Skull Island: Reign of Kong.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels ,...

Round 2, part 1 of the 2023 best ride bracket is here. In this round we have: Hagrid's vs. Cat in the Hat; E.T. vs. Popeye's; Mummy vs. Dr. Doom; and Gringotts vs. Transformers. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We share what we bring into the parks with us, and play a round of wait time would you rather with ride times.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We recap our spring break trip including our hotel stay, rides, restaurants, and more. Note from this episode: Just Bar 17 Bistro was closed for a special event one night, not all of Aventura.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Round 1, Part 2 is up. The categories are: immersiveness, re-rideability, best on-ride feature, ride condition, and ride vehicle. Check out the bracket here and let us know what you think of the matchups on our socials!  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

It's back! Our annual ride bracket challenge is here where we debate which ride is the best. We have some new categories for each matchup this year, including: immersiveness, re-rideability, best on-ride feature, ride condition, and ride vehicle. Check out the bracket here and let us know what you think of the matchups on our socials!  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More T...

We did Universal's Great Movie Escape on our most recent trip. We share what we thought about the experience, then get into the details of the room with some spoilers.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We review the Mardi Gras portion of our most recent trip, including the food, ride & dine, and more.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We wrap up our lists of favorite spots around the parks with Islands of Adventure.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We're heading down for a Mardi Gras trip! Listen for what we are looking forward to, including new experiences and some of our favorites.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

We share our favorite spot in each land at Universal Studios- whether its a ride, restaurant, or hang out area.  Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency