Discover Universal

By: Universal Destinations and Experiences
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  • 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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  • Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood Deep Dive with John Murdy

    Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood Deep Dive with John Murdy
    Oct 9 2024
    Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood is back for 2024, and this episode of the Discover Universal Podcast is led by none other than John Murdy, creative director and executive producer. John takes the helm, guiding a conversation with key Team Members responsible for bringing this year's terrifying event to life. Together, they reminisce about the creative process, share behind-the-scenes stories, and dive into what it takes to craft the most immersive horror experience yet. With eight haunted houses, four scare zones, the Terror Tram, and themed food and drinks, Halloween Horror Nights 2024 promises to be the most intense year ever. Listen in as John and the team reveal the secrets behind making your nightmares a reality.We’ll see you in the fog! WARNING what you are about to hear may be disturbing for some listeners. Discretion is advised. Additional Content: Halloween Horror Nights 2024 Roundtable at Universal Orlando: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUeqmX7cdk8&list=PLGKisSMfmS7usONaYl2LpFKHWtT2n9mVf&index=3 Guide to Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Studios Hollywood: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/events/complete-guide-to-halloween-horror-nights-hhn-at-universal-studios-hollywood/ Behind-The-Screams | “A Quiet Place” at Halloween Horror Nights 2024: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/behind-the-scenes/a-quiet-place-halloween-horror-nights-2024/ Behind-the-Screams | Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines at Halloween Horror Nights 2024: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/behind-the-scenes/behind-the-screams-universal-monsters-eternal-bloodlines-at-halloween-horror-nights-2024/ Are you the ultimate HHN fan? Put your knowledge of Halloween Horror Nights to the test if you dare. With HHN trivia and an interactive adventure that you guide, using the HHN Virtual Assistant Experiences is the easiest choice you’ll make all night. PLAY HERE: https://chat.satis.fi/?pageID=26503 Links: Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood: 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 Event Dates: Dates are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice. Select Nights September 5 – Nov. 3, 2024 Separately Ticketed Event 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. 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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    1 hr
  • Exclusive First Look at Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel at Universal Epic Universe

    Exclusive First Look at Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel at Universal Epic Universe
    Oct 1 2024

    In this episode, hosts Dylan and Cassie take you behind the scenes of Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, opening in 2025 near Universal Epic Universe. Join in as they chat with special guests Jessica Iaconis, assistant director of facility design, and Russ Dagon, senior vice president of resort development. Jessica and Russ share exclusive insights into the creative process, design inspiration, and innovative features that put you just footsteps away from Universal Epic Universe.

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    Details Revealed About Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/news/details-revealed-about-universal-helios-grand-hotel-a-loews-hotel/

    Learn more and Book Your Stay: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/places-to-stay/universal-helios-grand-hotel

    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.

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

    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.

    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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    30 mins
  • Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 2024 Review

    Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 2024 Review
    Sep 27 2024
    In this adrenaline-fueled episode of the Discover Universal Podcast, hosts Brian, Dylan, and Cassie take you through the heart-pounding thrills of the Halloween Horror Nights 2024. They dive into the haunted houses, ranking their top picks and sharing all the screams and scares they encountered along the way. Plus, the trio reviews the delicious food offerings, giving you a taste of the eerie eats that fueled their unforgettable night of terror.WARNING what you are about to hear may be disturbing for some listeners. Discretion is advised.Additional Content:Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/BJM7Hv57Z5A Halloween Horror Nights 2024 Roundtable: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUeqmX7cdk8&list=PLGKisSMfmS7usONaYl2LpFKHWtT2n9mVf&index=3 [UPDATED] Universal Halloween Horror Nights 33: Everything Coming to HHN at Universal Orlando Resort: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/news/universal-halloween-horror-nights-33-everything-coming-to-hhn-at-universal-orlando-resort/ [UPDATED] PODCAST | Halloween Horror Nights: Echoes from the Fog:https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/podcasts/podcast-halloween-horror-nights-echoes-from-the-fog/Are you the ultimate HHN fan? Put your knowledge of Halloween Horror Nights to the test if you dare. With HHN trivia and an interactive adventure that you guide, using the HHN Virtual Assistant Experiences is the easiest choice you’ll make all night.PLAY HERE: https://chat.satis.fi/?pageID=26503Links:Video: https://youtu.be/BJM7Hv57Z5A Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando: https://www.universalorlando.com/hhn/en/usBlog: https://blog.discoveruniversal.com/Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.universalparks.com/en/usUniversal Parks and Resorts: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/usFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversalOrlandoResortTwitter: https://twitter.com/UniversalORLInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/universalorlando/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UniversalOrlando/featuredEvent Dates:Dates are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.Select Nights August 30 – Nov. 3, 2024Separately Ticketed Event 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. Must be 21 years and older with valid Photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.Copyright & TrademarkSee 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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    33 mins

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