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Disney Hour ExpressAuthor: Abbie & Rob
Its a tale as old as time. Two lifelong Disney and theme park fanatics found each other and created a travel agency. Now, weve decided to share our knowledge in a podcast. Grab a drink and hang with us as we talk queue times, rope drops, and the best place to grab a Mickey pretzel. Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Places & Travel, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Halloween Horror Nights 2026: HHN 35 First-Timer Guide
Episode 146
Tuesday, 28 July, 2026
Halloween Horror Nights 2026 is celebrating 35 years of fear at Universal Orlando. With 10 haunted houses, several ticket options, an expanded Stay & Scream experience and major changes to Express Pass options, planning a night at HHN 35 can quickly become confusing. In this episode, Abbie and Rob break down what first-time visitors should know before entering Universal Studios Florida after dark. We explore the history of Halloween Horror Nights and preview the announced HHN 35 houses, including Sinners, Stranger Things 5, Hellraiser and Evil Dead Burn. We also discuss the scare zones, live entertainment, attractions and food confirmed so far. Then, we compare single-night tickets, Rush of Fear, Frequent Fear, Frequent Fear Plus and Ultimate Frequent Fear passes. We examine Universal’s decision to discontinue its separate multi-night Fear Pass + Express products, why longtime HHN fans are frustrated and how the change could affect the way repeat visitors experience the event. We also look back at complaints surrounding the 2025 Premium Scream Night and what Universal is changing for 2026. You’ll learn the difference between Scream Early and Stay & Scream, what to expect from the scareactors, whether HHN is appropriate for your family and where to stay when Halloween Horror Nights is the focus of your trip. Whether you’re attending for one night or considering a multi-night pass, this first-timer guide will help you understand the costs, compare your ticket options and prepare for Halloween Horror Nights 2026. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event. Universal warns that the event may be too intense for young children and does not recommend it for children under 13. Planning your next magical getaway? Connect with Family Travel Planner for expert tips, booking help, and all things Disney and Universal. 🌐 Website: www.familytravelplanner.com 📸 Instagram: @disneyfamilytravelplanner 🎥 TikTok: @familytravelplanner ▶️ YouTube: Family Travel Planner Channel 👍 Facebook: Disney Family Travel Planner Whether you’re dreaming of a Disney World vacation, Universal thrills, or need help with dining plans, we’ve got the tools and tips to make your trip stress-free and unforgettable. 00:00 Welcome to the Disney Hour Express 00:54 Is HHN the world’s biggest Halloween event? 04:10 Date night and 10,000 podcast downloads 09:15 HHN 35 dates and what to expect 13:00 The history of Halloween Horror Nights 19:05 Premium Scream Night and the 2025 complaints 23:34 The HHN 35 haunted houses 30:26 Scare zones and live entertainment 37:12 Rides and food available during HHN 44:33 Single-night tickets and Frequent Fear passes 49:02 Express Pass, Premium Scream Night and R.I.P. Tours 51:19 Frequent Fear rules and the Express controversy 56:20 Scream Early and the new Stay & Scream experience 59:16 Scare actors and advice for first-time visitors 01:05:39 Final thoughts and upcoming Disney episodes
