{"id":12267,"date":"2025-06-13T12:50:11","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T10:50:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/?p=12267"},"modified":"2025-09-15T14:14:41","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T12:14:41","slug":"opening-epic-universe-oorlando-podcast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/opening-epic-universe-oorlando-podcast\/","title":{"rendered":"OORlando #47 - We were at the opening of Epic Universe!"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udfa2 Universal's brand new park Epic Universe is finally open!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In episode 47 of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oorlando.nl\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.oorlando.nl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OORlando<\/a> Rick and Willem take you to Epic Universe, where they attended the official opening on May 22. From spectacular themed areas to new attractions, shows and restaurants, in this episode you'll hear all about their first experiences at the park that is <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/united-states\/florida\/universal-orlando-resort\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/bestemming\/verenigde-staten\/florida\/universal-orlando-resort\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Universal Orlando Resort<\/a> completely to a new level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Listen to the podcast here and learn all about this brand new park!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: #47 - We were at the opening of Epic Universe!\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/episode\/5ygrF1YmGuE9buRVv6q4Ty?si=adc98f4fec9b4298&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do you also want to go to Epic Universe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf0e Join us on <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/trip\/groepsreis-universal-epic-universe\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"reis\" data-id=\"9437\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">group tour<\/a> in January 2026 - including unlimited access to all Universal parks as well as Epic Universe! You'll travel with other theme park fans and an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/united-states\/florida\/orlando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orlando<\/a> &amp; Universal specialist, helping you get the most out of your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Prefer to set your own pace? You can do that too! We offer different<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/amusement-parks\/?_bestemmingen=2292\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/pretparken?_bestemmingen=2292\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> individual trips <\/a>to including access to Universal Orlando Resort.<br>\ud83d\udc49 Are you visiting in 2025? Then you get one day of access to Epic Universe.<br>\ud83d\udc49 Book before 2026? Then&nbsp;<strong>unlimited access<\/strong>&nbsp;standard included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you choose a hotel within walking distance, a <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/trip\/vacation-universal-orlando-signature\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"reis\" data-id=\"4475\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">luxury resort<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/trip\/universal-resort-walt-disney-world-moderate\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"reis\" data-id=\"3455\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">combination with Walt Disney World&nbsp;<\/a>- your dream trip <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/schedule-an-appointment\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2104\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">set all by yourself<\/a> together!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf99 What is episode 47 about?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this episode, Rick and Willem share their highlights as well as a live report of their day at Epic Universe, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First impressions of&nbsp;<strong>Celestial Park<\/strong>, the central heart of this park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The spectacular atmosphere and immersion of&nbsp;<strong>Dark Universe<\/strong>&nbsp;(yes, including blood-curdling attractions)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The impressive gateway to&nbsp;<strong>Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic<\/strong>, with a world-class attraction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The magic of&nbsp;<strong>Super Nintendo World<\/strong>&nbsp;- of&nbsp;<strong>Mario Kart<\/strong>&nbsp;to the cozy&nbsp;<strong>Toadstool Cafe<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The vibrant world of&nbsp;<strong>Isle of Birch<\/strong>&nbsp;(How to Train Your Dragon), with attractions for all ages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And of course: their favorite snacks, surprises and practical tips for your future visit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfa7&nbsp;<em>Listen in to hear their spontaneous reactions, honest opinions and first impressions of this revolutionary new theme park.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd0d What is Epic Universe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Epic Universe is Universal Orlando Resort's newest theme park in <a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/destination\/united-states\/florida\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/bestemming\/verenigde-staten\/florida\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Florida<\/a> and is seen as a revolutionary addition to the theme park landscape. Set to open May 22, 2025, the park will offer a completely different experience than existing parks&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/activity\/universal-studios-florida\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"activiteit\" data-id=\"2788\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Universal Studios Florida<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/activity\/universal-islands-of-adventureu\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"activiteit\" data-id=\"2792\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Islands of Adventure<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of one big park with themed areas next to each other, Epic Universe consists of five completely separate worlds; each with its own entrance, style and atmosphere. You enter all worlds through a gateway from the central area: Celestial Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The five themed areas found in this park are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Celestial Park<\/strong>&nbsp;- the green heart of the park, with lush gardens, fountains and relaxation spots. Here you will also find the gateways to the four other worlds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Super Nintendo World<\/strong>&nbsp;- literally step into your favorite game. Race through Mushroom Kingdom with Mario Kart, go on an adventure with Donkey Kong and have a bite to eat at the cheerful Toadstool Caf\u00e9.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dark Universe<\/strong>&nbsp;- a creepy world based on classic monsters such as Dracula, Frankenstein and werewolves. Exciting attractions, dark atmosphere and surprisingly compelling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic<\/strong>&nbsp;- Discover Wizarding Paris in the 1920s (known from&nbsp;<em>Fantastic Beasts<\/em>) and travel by MetroFloo to the iconic Ministry of Magic, where a spectacular attraction takes you into Omber's courtroom (Umbridge).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk<\/strong>&nbsp;- a cheerful, family-friendly world based on the popular animated films. Fly along with a dragon, visit a viking village and enjoy interactive attractions and shows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Another special feature of Epic Universe is that you can stay right at the park, in the luxurious&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/accommodation\/universal-orlando-signature-resorts\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"accommodatie\" data-id=\"3540\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Universal Helios Grand Hotel<\/a>. This puts you literally in the heart of the action within minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Combining innovative technologies, immersive theming and spectacular new attractions, Epic Universe is the destination for theme park fans. A must-see for your next visit to Orlando!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"11700\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/StardustRacers-Aerial-Epic-Universe-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"Celestial Park, Stardust Racers Launch Coaster newest theme park Orlando - Universal Orlando Resort, Epic Universe\" class=\"wp-image-11700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/StardustRacers-Aerial-Epic-Universe-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/StardustRacers-Aerial-Epic-Universe-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/StardustRacers-Aerial-Epic-Universe-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/StardustRacers-Aerial-Epic-Universe-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/StardustRacers-Aerial-Epic-Universe.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stardust Racers, Celestial Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"11694\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinistryofMagic-HarryPotter-Epic-Universe-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"London, the Ministry of Magic queue - Universal Orlando Resort, Epic Universe\" class=\"wp-image-11694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinistryofMagic-HarryPotter-Epic-Universe-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinistryofMagic-HarryPotter-Epic-Universe-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinistryofMagic-HarryPotter-Epic-Universe-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinistryofMagic-HarryPotter-Epic-Universe-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinistryofMagic-HarryPotter-Epic-Universe.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wizarding World of Harry Potter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"11687\" src=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/isle-of-berk-hiccupswinggliders-Epic-Universe-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"Hiccups Wing Gliders in How to Train upper Dragon, Isle of Berk - Universal Orlando Resort, Epic Universe\" class=\"wp-image-11687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/isle-of-berk-hiccupswinggliders-Epic-Universe-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/isle-of-berk-hiccupswinggliders-Epic-Universe-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/isle-of-berk-hiccupswinggliders-Epic-Universe-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/isle-of-berk-hiccupswinggliders-Epic-Universe-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/eadn-wc02-14177151.nxedge.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/isle-of-berk-hiccupswinggliders-Epic-Universe.jpeg 1850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to Train Your Dragon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Frequently asked questions about EPIC Universe<\/summary><div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757938390845\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">When does Epic Universe open?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>Epic Universe officially opened on May 22, 2025.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757938437914\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What makes Epic Universe unique?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The park includes all-new themed areas, attractions, shows and restaurants that take Universal Orlando Resort to the next level.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757938451975\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What is OORlando episode 47 about?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>Rick and Willem share their first experiences during the official opening of Epic Universe.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757938463781\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What themed areas will you find in Epic Universe?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>Among others <strong>Celestial Park<\/strong>, <strong>Super Nintendo World<\/strong>, <strong>Dark Universe<\/strong>, <strong>The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic<\/strong> and <strong>Isle of Birch<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udccc Want to know more about Epic Universe or go on the trip yourself?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want more information or already dreaming of visiting Epic Universe? We would be happy to help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a4&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/universal-epic-universe\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11398\">Read our information page about Epic Universe<\/a><br>\u27a4&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/trip\/groepsreis-universal-epic-universe\/\" data-type=\"reis\" data-id=\"9437\">Check out our group trip to Universal Orlando<\/a><br>\u27a4&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/schedule-an-appointment\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2104\">Request a non-binding travel proposal<\/a><br>\u27a4&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/epic-universe-opening\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11395\">Read our blog: Our first visit to Epic Universe<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find out how Rick and Willem experienced the opening of Universal Epic Universe. <\/p>","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":12270,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_breakdance_hide_in_design_set":false,"_breakdance_tags":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[20],"tags":[266],"class_list":["post-12267","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-podcast","tag-inspiratie-universal"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12267","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12267"}],"version-history":[{"count":18,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12267\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13784,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12267\/revisions\/13784"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12270"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12267"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12267"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/florivida.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12267"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}