Universal Studios Orlando

Episode 33: The Times They Are A-Changing

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We start the second of our two news-heavy episodes with offering our support to those who are and have been suffering under the racial tension occurring within the nation. We then give our usual updates on Disney + viewing, bouncing between a Documentary, a classic cartoon, and the “next, next, next gen” of High School Musical-style film. Our news for the week dives into the exclusive Passholder experience during Universal Studio Orlando’s opening dates. Following this, Disney Parks divulges some more of the changes expected to come as they plan their re-opening, while making a major announcement regarding (among other things) temporary removal of the FastPass system.

Episode Links

Black Lives Matter Info (And Related Links)
https://linktr.ee/blacklivesmatter

Universal Open to Passholders
https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/06/03/were-live-at-the-reopening-of-universal-orlandos-theme-parks/

Disney Parks Updates – Pt 1
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/05/an-update-on-walt-disney-world-resort-reservations/

Disney Parks Updates – Pt 2
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/experience-updates/annual-passes/

Major Disney Experience Changes?
https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2020/06/02/disney-may-use-the-pandemic-as-the-excuse-to-finally-overhaul-fastpass-and-extra-magic-hours

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Episode 32: Universal Goes First

Posted on October 22, 2020 by MouseEarsandWishes Breaking News Disney Disney Plus Travel Universal Studios Orlando

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We start the episode off with some more updates on how life and work in Quarantine is being affected, now that things seem to be opening up. Following this we give a quick recap of shows we’ve watched from our Disney + queue. In the news, Disney unveils a new webpage with details on changes to future visits, and we get details on how re-opening amid the Pandemic will look when visiting Universal Studios Orlando. This is the first of two news-heavy episodes. We look forward to resuming our discussion segment in Episode 34!

Episode Links

Info on Flying
https://www.erinbromage.com/post/flying-in-the-age-of-covid-19

Disney Springs Open Areas
https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/05/27/the-world-of-disney-is-reopening-in-disney-springs-today-and-its-already-crazy-busy/

Disney Phased Re-Opening Plans
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/05/plans-unveiled-for-the-phased-reopening-of-walt-disney-world-resort-theme-parks-resort-hotels-and-disney-stores/

Experience Updates – World of Magic
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/experience-updates/

Disney Springs Mobile Ordering Changes
https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/05/27/mobile-order-has-changed-at-walt-disney-world-counter-service-restaurants-find-out-how-here/

Universal Re-Opening Details
https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/theme-parks-reopening-heres-what-that-means-for-your-visit

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Episode 31: Making Today a Perfect Day

Posted on October 9, 2020 by MouseEarsandWishes Breaking News Coronavirus Disney Disney Springs Health & Safety Magic Kingdom Universal Studios Orlando

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Surprisingly, we have another news-filled week again! Mice Chat covers our tenth week in Quarantine, with some updates for our potential trip in July. In the news, we once again hear from our girl Carlye Wisel, who updates us on a major leadership change within Disney. We also take a deep dive into the finally re-opened Disney Springs, and get a POV on what was being offered that first day. A final piece of news informs us that Universal announced its plans to re-open as well, and gives some insight on what they intend to do regarding Health and Safety practices. Wrapping up the episode we take a nostalgic trip to pre-pandemic and what we would do during an ultimate visit to Magic Kingdom.

Discussion Timestamp: 0:55:21

Episode Links

Carlye Wisel Article
https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/theme-parks-reopen-disney-springs-universal-orlando-citywalk

Re-Opening Day at Disney Springs
https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/05/20/photos-and-tips-our-full-experience-from-disney-springs-reopening-day/

Universal Opening Date
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/05/a-message-about-disney-parks-from-chief-medical-officer-dr-pamela-hymel/

Carlye Instagram Post
https://www.instagram.com/p/CAdujK4nDZv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

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Episode 21: Bees Will Buzz

Posted on April 13, 2020 by MouseEarsandWishes Disney DisneyLand DisneyWorld Flower & Garden Festival Magic Happens Movies Parade Trailer Universal Studios Orlando

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This week Mice Chat focuses on our reaction to the new parade “Magic Happens” which premiered at Disneyland park on February 28th. We also touch on what it might mean to cancel your upcoming Disney trip during this unprecedented time of pandemic. In the news, we enjoy a newly released Jungle Cruise trailer, and touch briefly on some of the things the Orlando Theme Parks are doing to promote health and safety at this time. Our big topic for discussion today revolves around the 2020 Flower Garden Festival, including the sights and tastes that can be experienced there.

DISCLAIMER: This podcast was recorded prior to the news that all Disney parks had closed due to the Coronavirus outbreak. We hope you are all staying healthy and safe!