Koby & Hollie

UO Explorers- A Podcast About Universal Orlando

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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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Koby & Hollie

Episodes

Episode 21: HHN 31 Trip Review and Tips 07.09.2022 1:00:36

Koby takes a solo 24-hour trip to Halloween Horror Nights and brings you tips, house, and food reviews with an interview from Hollie. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 20: HHN 31 Hype List 03.09.2022 36:42

We share what we're most interested in seeing at HHN 31. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 19: Storytime and Tips 31.08.2022 49:17

We share some of our favorite stories from past trips and tips to go along with them. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 18: Islands of Adventure Virtual Walkthrough 24.08.2022 48:52

An unscripted virtual walkthrough of Universal Studios. Follow along with ithemepark's "Islands of Adventure Florida 2022 5K Complete Walkthrough | Universal Orlando Resort Walking Tour" Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 17: UOE Trip Planning 18.08.2022 1:02:27

We highlight the top things we can't wait to get back to including rides, food, and experiences, and the new things we are looking forward to! Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 16: Universal Studios Virtual Walkthrough 10.08.2022 47:19

An unscripted virtual walkthrough of Universal Studios. Follow along with ithemepark's "Universal Studios Florida 2022 5K Complete Walkthrough | Universal Orlando Resort Walking Tour" Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 15: Summer Tips, Park Etiquette, and Water Ride Rankings 04.08.2022 57:26

We share our best summer tips, talk park etiquette, and rank the water rides. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 14: Escape Room, Mini Golf, and Drinks Around Universal 25.07.2022 38:55

We chat about the escape room coming to Universal, Hollywood Drive-In Golf, and our favorite drinks 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

Episode 13: Caro-Seuss-el Returns, Tribute Store, and Minions Speculation 07.07.2022 44:47

We discuss the return of the Caro-Seuss-el, our thoughts on the current tribute store, and what we think might come to the Minions area. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 12: We Almost Break News (Prop Shop, HHN & UOAP Days) 23.06.2022 15:35

We discuss the closure of the Prop Shop, the third HHN house, and the recently announced passholder days. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 11: HHN House Universal Monsters: Legends Collide, Monsters Cafe, and Old vs. New Attractions Part 2 19.06.2022 42:46

We discuss the first HHN house announcement, mourn the closure of the best restaurant we never actually ate at, and compare another 3 old attractions with their replacements. Join us as we explore Universal Orlando! Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 10: Mummy Speculation, Rock the Universe, and Old Rides vs. New 26.05.2022 50:35

We discuss what we think could possibly happen with The Mummy refurbishment, give tips and our thoughts about our experience the Rock the Universe special event, and consider which we'd rather have when it comes to some old rides versus new rides. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 9: A Complaint, Single Rider Advice, and HHN 16.05.2022 59:09

We discuss a complaint that we have, give some advice about single rider advice, and share our thoughts about the Halloween Horror Nights speculation map. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 8: Hidden Gems 29.04.2022 1:09:49

We take a look at the rides, food, queues, and hang out spots that may not initially come to mind when you think of Universal Orlando. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 7: Semi-Final and Final Rounds March Madness 2022 Best Ride Bracket 23.04.2022 56:32

This is it! This episode has the two final rounds of our March Madness Tournament to determine the best ride at Universal Studios Orlando. Check us out on social media and let us know what you think about the results! Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 6: March Madness Best Ride Round 3 06.04.2022 47:18

Round 3 is here as we narrow it down to the top 4 rides. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 5: March Madness 2022 Best Ride- Round 2 30.03.2022 1:16:12

We narrow down every ride in the parks to the top 16 in the second round of our "Best Ride in the Parks" matchup of 2022. Remember, we're basing our scores on queue, story, return on investment, enjoyment, and "rerideability." Find your own bracket to complete on our Instagram and Facebook and follow us to let us know what you think! Support the show Socials, Support the...

Episode 4: March Madness 2022 Best Ride- Round 1 19.03.2022 1:23:33

We host a March Madness style showdown of all the rides in the park to find the best ride of 2022. In the first round, we narrow down every ride in the parks to the top 16. We initially objectively ranked each ride in the park 1-32 (as well as we could!). Then, for each matchup, we selected which ride had the better queue, story, return on investment, enjoyment, and "rerideability." S...

Episode 1: Our Favorites 14.03.2022 1:06:51

For our inaugural episode, we discuss our favorite things around the parks so that you can get to know us a little bit. Join us as we explore Universal Orlando! Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 2: One Day Plan 14.03.2022 1:15:06

We discuss our game plan if we only have one day in the parks. We list our absolute must-do's and attractions that might not be worth your time. Support the show Socials, Support the Podcast, and More This podcast is sponsored by Favorite Grampy Travels , a Universal Preferred Travel Agency

Episode 3: The Wizarding World Ride Debate 14.03.2022 46:55

We fight it out to determine the best ride in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. NOTE: We didn't include the Hogwarts Express in this debate because many guests choose to visit one park per day and decline to purchase park-to-park tickets. We do enjoy both sides of the Hogwarts Express, but wanted to keep the discussion limited to attractions that are firmly planted in either Hogsmeade or D...