Epic Universe Before Epic Voyage? Why Universal Could Be Your Best Pre-Cruise Move
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Epic Universe is the first brand new groundup theme park built here in the Orlando area since the turn of the century
I've been on a quite a few Disney Cruise Line cruises in my lifetime including a transatlantic on the magic which is the best cruise I've ever taken
Universal is never going to beat Disney in the sense of having more pure raw numbers
I would definitely consider it if you're planning a cruise for 2026
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Epic Universe + Disney Cruise Line? Your Ultimate Pre- or Post-Cruise Adventure! 🚀⚓️ On this episode of the DCL Duo Podcast, we’re joined by Seth Kubersky, author of the Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando, to talk all things Epic Universe—Universal Orlando’s massive new theme park opening in 2025—and how to make it part of your next Disney Cruise Line vacation. From hotel tips and transportation options to attraction previews and itinerary hacks, we’re covering everything you need to know to turn your trip into the ultimate theme park-to-sea adventure. 🎢 What’s inside Epic Universe? 🏨 Where should you stay before or after your cruise? 🗺️ How does it compare to Walt Disney World? ⚓ Is it worth adding to your DCL vacation plan? 📢 Book Your Next Disney Cruise Line Vacation: https://mypathunwinding.com/dclduo 📖 DCL Magazine – Your Ultimate Guide to Disney Cruise Line Tips & Tricks! Join the waitlist and use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off: https://dcl-magazine.com ⚓ Stay Connected with the DCL Duo: Website: https://dclduo.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcl_duo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DCLDuo Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dclduo 📢 Are you planning to visit Epic Universe when it opens? Let us know in the comments. 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe for more Disney Cruise Line content from the DCL Duo! Disclaimer: The views in this podcast are our own and are not those of the Walt Disney family of companies, Disney Cruise Line, or the Walt Disney theme parks or resorts. #EpicUniverse #UniversalOrlando #DisneyCruiseLine #DCLDuo #CruiseTips #PreCruisePlanning #UniversalVsDisney #ThemeParkTips #SethKubersky #TravelPlanning