Eric and Lauren recap a whirlwind West Coast trip that somehow included perfect Disneyland weather, a near-lost family heirloom, a surprise ER visit, and a first-ever Universal Hollywood experience. From standout meals and parade magic to unexpected disappointments and unforgettable moments with friends, this special trip report covers it all. Plus, the highs and lows of taking the whole family to Vegas for a taste of Horror Unleashed.

HIGHLIGHTS

March at Disneyland delivers ideal hoodie weather, smaller crowds than summer, and a surprise overlap with Food & Wine Festival
Staying off-property at the Courtyard Marriott Theme Park Entrance proves more affordable, spacious, and just as convenient as Disney hotels
Paint the Night parade lives up to the hype, while fireworks are a no-show thanks to Santa Ana winds
Plaza Inn emerges as the best meal of the trip, beating out expectations including Blue Bayou
A magical recovery story as a lost diamond ring is found in a hotel hot tub against all odds
First-time visitor reactions remind Eric and Lauren just how impactful Galaxy’s Edge still is for non-Disney regulars
Universal Studios Hollywood impresses with the Studio Tour, WaterWorld stunt show, and nostalgic charm despite smaller scale
A medical scare sidelines Lauren for part of the trip, leading to an unexpected visit to the hospital where Walt Disney passed away
Vegas Horror Unleashed delivers thrills, while the Sphere and Strip experiences offer mixed results for a family trip

HOSTS

Eric Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Lauren Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@laurenhersey2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lauren_hersey_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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