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EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 5 MIN

How to Dodge the Spring Break Crowds, Yoshi Meet-and-Greets & Billy Ocean Rocks EPCOT

from Orlando Holiday Planning

Orlando’s officially entered the Spring Break "Danger Zone." In this week’s update, we’re breaking down the massive crowd surges hitting the parks as the "Southern Wave" pushes standby lines for the big hitters past the two-hour mark. We look at the eye-watering $449 price tags for top-tier Disney passes and give you the mechanical reality of how to actually get things done when the parks hit capacity.We also head over to EPCOT, where soul legend Billy Ocean is taking over the Garden Rocks stage, and check in on Universal’s massive MAR10 month celebrations. From the limited-time Yoshi meet-and-greet at Epic Universe to the high-tech interactive Luma shoulder pals, we’ve got the lowdown on the Super Mario Galaxy takeover. Plus, we cover the Barenaked Ladies hitting the Mardi Gras stage and how to bag a decent spot before the park fills up.In this week’s update:Spring Break Survival: Navigating the "Southern Wave" and those record-breaking wait times.Billy Ocean at EPCOT: Catching a legend in the garden for the Flower & Garden Festival.Mario’s Galaxy Bash: Yoshi meet-and-greets, $12 Rosalina cupcakes, and Luma merch at Universal.Mardi Gras Concerts: Barenaked Ladies headlining and the best strategy for the Music Plaza stage.Stop overpaying for a holiday that doesn't workDon’t let the Spring Break rush ruin your trip. If you want a proper holiday that’s actually sorted, head to www.orlandoinsider.co.uk. When you plan your trip with us, you aren't just booking a hotel; you're getting a personal Orlando Guru to handle the heavy lifting. You'll know exactly where to go, get a sorted itinerary, and access our Park Planner App to help you dodge the crowds in real-time. It’s time to unlock a better way to do Orlando.Plan your Walt Disney World holiday with Orlando Insider here.

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