191 | 🎮 Epic Universe Insider Guide (Part 2): Dark Universe, Super Mario, Berk and Food Finds

In Part 2 of my conversation with Chad Pennycuff (My DVC Points Podcast), we’re diving deeper into Universal Orlando’s brand-new theme park: Epic Universe — and there’s so much more to explore! After attending the Grand Opening event for media, I share my insight on the parks along with Chad's an Orlando local and "theme park junkie."This episode covers:🍕 The best food in the park (hello, truffle pizza, mango cornbread & that Frankenstein pretzel)🧛‍♂️ The incredible Dark Universe land featuring Universal Monsters — and why Monsters Unchained might be the most underrated ride in the park🐉 Chad's favorite land, Isle of Berk (How to Train Your Dragon), plus the family-friendly Hiccup’s Wing Gliders and must-see live show🎢 What we thought of Donkey Kong: Mine Cart Madness, Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge, and whether Yoshi’s Adventure is worth the wait🧢 Why the Power-Up Bands matter — and how Universal turns Super Nintendo World into a real-life video gameWe also share final thoughts on:Express Pass strategyTouring tips for different agesWhy this park truly is epic — and may even deserve an entire trip on its own🎁 Grab my free Epic Universe ride + dining guide: secretsofatraveljournalist.com/epicResources: My DVC Points PodcastRelated Episodes:Episode 43: Yikes! Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights: Your Guide From a Mom's PerspectiveEpisode 111: Universal Studios Orlando 101Episode 116: How Katie Blumhorst Saved $4,000+ With Travel Rewards at Universal Studios Orlando This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lynmettler.substack.com