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A fun, honest and common sense approach to a Disney World and Universal Studios Orlando vacation. We discuss the latest Disney and Universal Studios related news, rumors, trip reports, tips, tricks, and more! Our goal is to help you maximize your time, save money and have more fun!

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Thursday · 1 hr 3 min
Ep 617 - Mickey's Not So Scary Foodie Guide, New Eats, More Refurbs & Why Are The Parks Slower This Summer
On this episode, we talk about the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2026 foodie guide (opening night already sold out), new Magic Kingdom menu items at Golden Oak Outpost and Pecos Bill's, the upcoming Six Ravens at Disney Springs, and a new EPCOT fireworks dining package at Shiki-Sai. It also touches on refurbishments at Kidani Village and Coronado Springs, a new Zootopia pre-show at EPCOT, an upcoming Kermit passholder magnet, and a preview of the busy back half of 2026 (Food and Wine Fes
Tuesday · 1 hr 23 min
CTM Universal Ep 129 - Universal Kids Resort Review
On this episode, we talk about some news we missed from last week, including a ton of Halloween Horror Nights announcements, Back to Hogwarts is coming August 1st, and Thunder Terrace Falls closed last week. We also give a full review of our experience at the newly opened Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, TX. Does it deserve all of the critiques on social media? How did our kids feel about it?
July 23 · 51 min
Ep 616 - Disney World News + Don't Melt At Disney World This Summer! Our Best Staying Cool Tips
On this episode, we talk about some Disney World news AND a full breakdown of how to actually survive and enjoy the parks this summer without completely melting. Whether you are heading to Walt Disney World soon or you are in the planning stages, this episode is for you.
July 21 · 54 min
CTM Universal Ep 128 - Ranking Every Universal Orlando Hotel From Worst to Best
We're ranking every single Universal Orlando resort hotel from worst to best. With so many on-site options now, choosing where to stay can be overwhelming, so we break down the perks, vibes, and price points of each one to figure out where you should actually book your next trip. From whether Cabana Bay is worth it for first-timers to how the new Epic Universe hotels stack up against the classics, we cover it all, including our personal favorites and the ones we'd skip.
July 16 · 41 min
Ep 615 - Magic of Disney Animation Gets An Opening Date, D23 Update & Is Space Mountain Getting A Refurb?
On this episode we talk about the Magic Of Disney Animation finally has an opening date, D23 update with speculation on potential announcements and is Space Mountain going to get a refurb or reimagining soon?
July 14 · 1 hr 23 min
Universal Ep 127 - Helios Grand Hotel Review + New Show "Celestial Goodnight" Debuts
On this episode, we discuss some big news stories, including the announcement of Universal Nights, 2 Park Florida resident ticket for the rest of the year, and new pickup option at Pizza Moon. We also share our thoughts on our first stay at Helios Grand Hotel and watching Celestial Goodnight on the premiere night.
July 10 · 1 hr 23 min
Ep 614 - The Best 4th of July at the Parks + Review of Level 99 at Disney Springs
On this episode, we look back on our weekend at Disney World for the 4th of July, where we stopped by Blizzard Beach, watched the Magic Kingdom fireworks, and watched the flyover in EPCOT. We also discuss our experience at Level 99 that opened in Disney Springs last week.
July 7 · 1 hr 1 min
Universal Ep 126 - Hellraiser at HHN35, Minions Vs. Monsters Mini Review, & Toon Lagoon
On this episode, we have a just a few news stories including the near completion of the Hollywood Drift coaster in California, Hellraiser house is coming to Halloween Horror Nights 35, Pteranodon Flyers has finally reopened again. We also discuss what we think could replace Toon Lagoon when that time comes.
July 2 · 1 hr 2 min
Ep 613 - Capture the Magic Turns 9!! + MNNSHP News and Pirates of the Caribbean Debuts Animatronic in Disneyland
On this episode, we reminisce about the last 9 years of the podcast on the CTM network's anniversary, plus we talk about Halloween news in the parks, loopholes to the new Disney Springs bus restrictions, and our thoughts on Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean new skeleton animatronic.
June 30 · 1 hr 2 min
Universal Ep 125 - Last Express Ride on Hagrid's, 3 More HHN Houses Announced, & NBCUniversal Splits from Comcast
On this episode, we talk about Comcast splitting NBCUniversal off into its own company, 3 more original HHN houses were announced, 4th of July celebrations coming to the parks and CityWalk, and Passholder Nights are returning in August. We also talk about riding Hagrid's using the Express Pass for the last time last week.
June 26 · 1 hr 4 min
Ep 612 - Toy Story 5 Mini Review, Wilderness Lodge A/C Woes and Are More Resort Restrictions Coming?
On this episode, we talk about Disney's Halfway To The Holidays announcements, Wilderness Lodge loses air conditioning during a heat wave, AI gets implemented into the Disney Store App and Disney hints at more resort restrictions may be coming for the Christmas season.
June 23 · 1 hr 3 min
CTM Universal Ep 124 - Universal Kids Resort Preview Thoughts, 2 More HHN Houses Announced, & Park Construction Updates
On this episode, we talked about the negative reception of Universal Kids Resort from the media preview, the construction updates on current park projects, and Universal announces Halloween Horror Nights Stranger Things 5 house and a new original house.
June 18 · 1 hr 1 min
Ep 611 - Disney Spring Bus and Boat Transportation Restrictions, Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup & First Look at the Pool Area at Disney's Lakeshore Lodge Resort
On this Disney news episode, we talk about the changes coming to resort bus transportation at Disney Springs and how this new verification system will work, the new concept art of the The Wetlands at Lakeshore Lodge that looks very fun, the Eat to the Beat concert series lineup for Food and Wine Festival, and new 2 Day, 2 Park ticket is available for this summer and fall.
June 16 · 42 min
CTM Universal Ep 123 - Celestial Goodnight at Epic Universe, Universal Kids Resort Preview Days, & Epic Universe added to Orlando Informer Event
On this episode, we some exciting announcements! Universal Celestial Goodnight nighttime show at Epic Universe kicks off next month, Epic Universe is added to the Orlando Informer event, and Universal Kids Resort is selling tickets to preview days next week.
June 11 · 1 hr 9 min
Ep 610 - Disney News Including Bluey's Wild World Review, Best Unknown Disney Breakfast Item & More
On this episode, we dive into the latest news including 4th of July foods that are coming, Disney releases more detials about Monstropolis, new popcorn buckets that are coming and we review Bluey's Wild World at Animal Kingdom, the new Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios, Smuggler's Run new overlay and more.
June 9 · 54 min
CTM Universal Ep 122 - Mega Movie Parade Returns, Cafe 4 Review, & Amity Island is Back this Summer!
On this episode, we have some news about the Fast and Furious construction, a new summer ticket promo, and annual pass updates for the Universal Kids Resort. We also review our Universal day from last week, where we tried new dishes at Cafe 4, watched the returning Mega Movie Parade, and explored the Jaws Amity Island area.
June 4 · 1 hr 3 min
Ep 609 - Carousel of Progress Updates Coming Next Year, No More Bluey Virtual Queue, & the WDW Website is Getting Major Overhaul
On this episode, we talk about the updates coming to Carousel of Progress next year, why Disney got rid of the virtual queue for the Bluey experience, and the Walt Disney World website is getting a major overhaul in the coming months.
June 2 · 55 min
CTM Universal Ep 121 - Universal Kids Resort Opens Next Month, Hagrid's Loses It's Express Line, and a New Ride Could be Coming to Dark Universe
On this episode, we talk about Universal Kids Resort opening in July, Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will suspend the Express line this summer, and Dark Universe might be getting a new ride at Epic Universe according to a refiled work permit.
May 28 · 1 hr 1 min
Ep 608 - New WDW President, Signature Portrait Experience at the Resorts, & Roaming Characters in Hollywood Studios
On this episode, we catch up on all the latest news from the parks, including the announcement of the new WDW president, queue changes coming to a few roller coasters, a signature portrait session is offered at select hotels, and roaming characters have been spotted in the Walt Disney Studios Lot in Hollywood Studios.
May 26 · 50 min
CTM Universal Ep 120 - Halloween Horror Nights House Announcement, Epic Merchandise Gets Pricey & More
On this episode we talk about the latest Halloween Horror Nights announcement, New Epic Universe merchandise gets released for the 1 year anniversary of the park and some of it is getting up there in pricing. We also talk about new things that are showing up in the parks for the summer and more.

Capture The Magic Podcast - Disney World | Universal Studios Florida | News, Rumors & More

Ep 617 - Mickey's Not So Scary Foodie Guide, New Eats, More Refurbs & Why Are The Parks Slower This Summer

CTM Universal Ep 129 - Universal Kids Resort Review

Ep 616 - Disney World News + Don't Melt At Disney World This Summer! Our Best Staying Cool Tips

CTM Universal Ep 128 - Ranking Every Universal Orlando Hotel From Worst to Best

Ep 615 - Magic of Disney Animation Gets An Opening Date, D23 Update & Is Space Mountain Getting A Refurb?

Universal Ep 127 - Helios Grand Hotel Review + New Show "Celestial Goodnight" Debuts

Ep 614 - The Best 4th of July at the Parks + Review of Level 99 at Disney Springs

Universal Ep 126 - Hellraiser at HHN35, Minions Vs. Monsters Mini Review, & Toon Lagoon

Ep 613 - Capture the Magic Turns 9!! + MNNSHP News and Pirates of the Caribbean Debuts Animatronic in Disneyland

Universal Ep 125 - Last Express Ride on Hagrid's, 3 More HHN Houses Announced, & NBCUniversal Splits from Comcast

Ep 612 - Toy Story 5 Mini Review, Wilderness Lodge A/C Woes and Are More Resort Restrictions Coming?

CTM Universal Ep 124 - Universal Kids Resort Preview Thoughts, 2 More HHN Houses Announced, & Park Construction Updates

Ep 611 - Disney Spring Bus and Boat Transportation Restrictions, Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup & First Look at the Pool Area at Disney's Lakeshore Lodge Resort

CTM Universal Ep 123 - Celestial Goodnight at Epic Universe, Universal Kids Resort Preview Days, & Epic Universe added to Orlando Informer Event

Ep 610 - Disney News Including Bluey's Wild World Review, Best Unknown Disney Breakfast Item & More

CTM Universal Ep 122 - Mega Movie Parade Returns, Cafe 4 Review, & Amity Island is Back this Summer!

Ep 609 - Carousel of Progress Updates Coming Next Year, No More Bluey Virtual Queue, & the WDW Website is Getting Major Overhaul

CTM Universal Ep 121 - Universal Kids Resort Opens Next Month, Hagrid's Loses It's Express Line, and a New Ride Could be Coming to Dark Universe

Ep 608 - New WDW President, Signature Portrait Experience at the Resorts, & Roaming Characters in Hollywood Studios

CTM Universal Ep 120 - Halloween Horror Nights House Announcement, Epic Merchandise Gets Pricey & More