Unlocking The Magic: Talking all things Disney Parks, Universal and Cruising

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524: Pros & Cons of the Universal Orlando Resorts Nov 08, 2025

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Hey everyone, welcome back to Unlocking the Magic — thanks for tuning in! Today, we’re diving into the Universal Orlando Resort hotels — the pros, the cons, and which one might be the best fit for your next vacation.

And fun fact to kick us off: Most people don’t realize Universal hotels are actually owned and operated by Loews Hotels — not Universal.

523: Unlocking The Mailbox - Answering all your questions. Oct 31, 2025

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522: Would You Rather - Halloween Movies, Disney, Universal, and everything in between Oct 17, 2025

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We’re unlocking a little Halloween magic with a fun round of Would You Rather but halloween style in honor of –the best season–spooky season. We’re talking Movies, Disney, Universal, and everything in between. But don't worry, we– well I promise not to frighten you prematurely…not sure about Bruce…??

521: Crush it or Flush it– Universal’s EPIC Eats Oct 10, 2025

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Get your snack ready for this episode .. we’re diving fork-first into Universal’s brand-new Epic Universe to find out which dishes are worth the hype… and which ones belong in the trash compactor!From Crêpes oozing with sweet, magical goodness in the Wizarding World, to the Mac & Cheese Cone at Isle of Berk that’s equal parts comfort food and chaos, we’re tasted it all — and telling you what’s a Crush and what’s a Flush.

So grab your napkins, loosen your lanyard, and join us as we begin unlocking the flavors, the fun, and maybe share a few food fails along the way.

520: Walt Disney World — Anniversary, Trivia & more! Oct 03, 2025

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In today’s episode we are going back to October 1, 1971 — the day the dream came true in Florida.” We are also going to have some fun with opening day trivia and sharing your first visit memories.

519: Unlocking the Magic of Sailing the High Seas – Disney Halloween Edition and more! Sep 26, 2025

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We just stepped off the Halloween on the High Seas cruise and also had another Royal Caribbean experience back to back, so in this episode we’re spilling it all about sailing.

Stay tuned towards the end of the show bc : We’ll also be answering some of your cruise questions at the end!

518: Unlocking Disney’s Hollywood Brown Derby: The Hidden History, Celebs & Surprisingly Great Food Sep 19, 2025

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Get ready for a golden-age adventure as we finally step into the iconic Hollywood Brown Derby at Disney's Hollywood Studios. From its glamorous old-Hollywood roots to our surprisingly satisfying Cobb salad experience, this episode covers it all — the good, the expensive, and even a few awkward moments.

Whether you’ve walked past this restaurant a hundred times or you’re just hearing about it now, we’ll share everything you need to know before you drop serious cash here. From the rich history of this LA-inspired landmark to the bread rolls Taylor Lautner loved, this episode is packed with fun facts, honest food reviews, and some real talk about value.

517: You Know You’re a Disney Fan When… Sep 05, 2025

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516: Unlocking the Inbox: Your Disney Questions Answered! Aug 29, 2025

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Welcome back to Unlocking the Magic! In episode 516, we're unlocking the inbox and answering all your burning Disney questions — from cast member magic to solo resort-hopping strategies, what park we’d choose if we could only visit one, and even our favorite snacks and secret experiences.

Whether you're planning your first Disney vacation or you're a seasoned park-goer, this is a fun, heartfelt, and info-packed episode you're going to love.

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