Universal’s Epic Universe: Worth Leaving the Disney Bubble?

Today, we’re stepping outside the Disney bubble to experience something truly epic—Universal’s Epic Universe. During our most recent Orlando trip, we took a full day to explore the newest theme park and see how it stacks up against our Disney favorites.

And spoiler alert… we were impressed.

In this episode, we cover:

• Our first impressions of Epic Universe 🎢
• How the theming compares to Disney
• The entertainment offerings and overall park atmosphere
• The standout, top-tier attractions that surprised us most
• Whether Epic Universe can truly compete with Disney World

If you’re a Disney fan curious about what Universal’s newest park brings to the table—or planning an Orlando trip and debating how to split your time—this episode is for you.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

How Much We Spent to Go To Epic Universe 02:51

Our Initial Impressions of Epic Universe 05:33

Super Nintendo World 09:45

How to Train Your Dragon Land 20:12

The Wizarding World - Ministry of Magic 30:12

Dark Universe 38:57

Celestial Park 51:17

Our Favorite Land and Attraction 56:21

Is Express Pass Worth It at Epic Universe? 1:01:45

Tips for Planning Your Next Vacation to Epic Universe 1:08:15