It was so awesome to meet you at this meetup!!! You are as nice in person as you are on your videos!!! Thanks for taking the time to chat while my friend tried to fix my leg brace while you ate! LOL
I was just listening to the sound because we're leaving at 6 AM from Montreal for the 6th & 7th meetup and wanted to keep on packing. Very excited! Thanks for the videos!
Besides the 20 minute wait time for Hagrids, I could hear the guy behind you shaking the trash bag😮. You have to give the custodial staff their props. They keep the park pretty clean.
Y'all made the winter meetup sound good. The first meetup we did was in February...it was fun but we didnt like that it coincided with the start of Mardi Gras. Summer meetups are too hot and too crowded, even for a meetup. We tried the mini meetup in November 2023 at IOA but the constant rain during it was a letdown. It looks like November 2025 will be the way to go, if we can wait that long!
Aubree rapping with the Who’s had me cracking up 😂! I can’t wait to be there next weekend! I’m a little worried about the meetup during Mardi Gras now lol. But it will be fun!
@ I’ll be solo so it’s not like I’ll be in a big hurry. I’m just going to do what I want and enjoy the nights! I did see they have the Mardi Gras food booths open during the meetup? It was on someone’s TH-cam video that they were getting stuff from the food booths during the meetup. Is that true? That would be awesome if it is!
Omw, I watched this at work, and the part with you and the Whos carolling had me hanging onto my desk laughing. 😂 Thank you for spoiling us with two vids in one week! The cinematography on the part with the "Blaire Witch: Grinch Edition" was great! This is getting me even more excited for my OI trip next weekend. Even without the food and the rides, seeing the parks decorated for Christmas at night is incredible. 🎄
The grinch meet and greet is a MUST at the meetup! We are so excited you are going to the meetup and to hear what you think! What are you most excited for??
@@fudge_factorHot butterbeer, fish and chips and apple pie on the patio of the Three Broomsticks watching Velocicoaster go by for the last hour before they close😊 I meant to do that on my last OI, so I'm determined to do it this time.
@@fudge_factor Hmm, free butterbeer, walk on ride times, low crowds, free butterbeer, nice weather, (gonna be 20* where i live), free food!, free butterbeer, Christmas decor, I also heard there may be free butterbeer!. Sounds like the worst weekend ever! 😄
That’s awesome!! We are excited to check out your content! We use the Sony a7s3. We have a few different lenses we use. Either the 16-34, 24-70, or 70-200 depending on what look we are going for!
The parks look beautiful with all the lights. I'm hoping next year I can make an Informer in Nov or Dec. Does the concert during the Mardi Gras Informer make things start later in Islands also?
They are gorgeous! We highly recommend ANY OI meetup, but especially the winter ones. Orlando Informer's website has the parks closing at 7 and 9pm for Friday and Saturday respectively. We suspect some of the food options might open up right when the parks close like this year. Emails from OI will tell you more details though!
One question: If you would want to leave the park during an OI Meetup - forgot something in the hotel, raining but wanted to come back - is re-admission allowed?
That’s why we pushed to get the video out!! We knew people will be enjoying the meetup this weekend! Cafe La Bamba is delicious!! Sooooo good!! It gets busy but it moves quick!
@fudge_factor I respect that. Just had the Mel's burger tonight for the first time. I think it's close. But I think the Wellington is just a little better. But you can't go wrong with either one
What is your favorite park of the Orlando Informer Meetups?
Park or part? Parks wise, Hogsmeade is amazing, but Diagon Alley and Hollywood at Christmas put Universal on top for me.❤
IOA
Hard to pick but I think it’s the low crowds. Walking around the park with barley anyone is so awesome but also strange lol
I'll let you know after tonight. Going to the Meetup tonight
I'll let you know tomorrow!!
The only OIM to participate in yearly!
Such a great meetup! Which other meetups have you gone to?
@ I’ve only been to 2 OIMs both being winter ones❄️
I know I’m missing out on the other seasonal OIM’s, but after that 1st Winter Meetup😍🥰😍
@ I’ve only been to 2 OIMs both being winter ones❄️
I know I’m missing out on the other seasonal OIM’s, but after that 1st Winter Meetup😍🥰😍
Simply amazing!! What was your favorite experience?
@ Being able to roam both parks at night! Such a beautiful experience!
It was so awesome to meet you at this meetup!!! You are as nice in person as you are on your videos!!! Thanks for taking the time to chat while my friend tried to fix my leg brace while you ate! LOL
It was awesome meeting you also!! How was the rest of your trip??
@@fudge_factor Fantastic time!! Thank you so much!!
What was your favorite experience?
It's the winter rice 😂😂
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I was just listening to the sound because we're leaving at 6 AM from Montreal for the 6th & 7th meetup and wanted to keep on packing. Very excited! Thanks for the videos!
Omg! Have such a good time!!! 🤗🤗🤗
😂😂😂😂 that pizza 🍕 tho!! it's floppy but tasty
It’s very tasty! 😋 it’s a must stop at an OI meetup!! Have you tried the bbq chicken pizza from Louie’s yet?
@@fudge_factor no but I'll tell you Louie's is definitely on my list to stop at next time I go!
Ooo that bbq chicken is worth a try!
one bite, everybody knows the rules 😂
*whole slice consumed* only one bite though 😂😂
Winter is our favorite as well. Everything you mentioned, even during the daytime wait times are usually low as well.
Yesss! So good! When do you think you’ll do your next meetup?
I know I said I'd never go back to Florida in February but I'm so close to booking the February meetup
It’s tempting isn’t it??
I have only been to one meet up. That was in February. We really loved it. Hope to do a December meet up one day. Thanks for the video!
The December meetups are magical! You’re going to love it! What was your favorite part about the February meetup?
Besides the 20 minute wait time for Hagrids, I could hear the guy behind you shaking the trash bag😮. You have to give the custodial staff their props. They keep the park pretty clean.
Oh 100%. The staff and team members are amazing! They keep the park amazingly clean and work hard to ensure everyone has a great time! Major props!
Y'all made the winter meetup sound good. The first meetup we did was in February...it was fun but we didnt like that it coincided with the start of Mardi Gras. Summer meetups are too hot and too crowded, even for a meetup. We tried the mini meetup in November 2023 at IOA but the constant rain during it was a letdown. It looks like November 2025 will be the way to go, if we can wait that long!
Right?! Winter is where it’s at! 😎 we so hope to see you there November 2025… but I totally get it if you don’t want to wait that long 😅
Just signed up for express pass patreon 💁🏻♂️💁🏻♂️
We’re so pumped to have you!!! 🫶🫶🫶
The pizza flop had me laughing SO hard!! Especially Aub’s laugh! Love it! I can’t wait to attend an OI meetup!
“One bite everyone knows the rules” Ben eating the entire pizza in one bite. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
🤣🤣🤣 right?! Check out the clip on our Patreon.. you get to see the end of it where Aub is crying behind the camera from laughing so hard. 😂
I was just there this weekend and the daytime waits were long. I love them, but something was just so sloppy about Dec. 6/7 meetup.
Uh oh, that’s not good! Ride difficulties?
@fudge_factor Yes, when the park closed. Daytime guests were still being let into lines after the park closed.
Hmmm interesting 🤔
Aubree rapping with the Who’s had me cracking up 😂! I can’t wait to be there next weekend! I’m a little worried about the meetup during Mardi Gras now lol. But it will be fun!
It’s going to be so fun next weekend!!
Oh no reason to be worried!! It’s so much fun! It’s just things to be aware of when planning your night!
@ I’ll be solo so it’s not like I’ll be in a big hurry. I’m just going to do what I want and enjoy the nights! I did see they have the Mardi Gras food booths open during the meetup? It was on someone’s TH-cam video that they were getting stuff from the food booths during the meetup. Is that true? That would be awesome if it is!
Yes! It’s true! There will be select Mardi Gras food booths open. Not all of them, but I’m sure there will be beignets!
@ yay!
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Omw, I watched this at work, and the part with you and the Whos carolling had me hanging onto my desk laughing. 😂 Thank you for spoiling us with two vids in one week! The cinematography on the part with the "Blaire Witch: Grinch Edition" was great! This is getting me even more excited for my OI trip next weekend. Even without the food and the rides, seeing the parks decorated for Christmas at night is incredible. 🎄
The grinch meet and greet is a MUST at the meetup! We are so excited you are going to the meetup and to hear what you think! What are you most excited for??
@@fudge_factorHot butterbeer, fish and chips and apple pie on the patio of the Three Broomsticks watching Velocicoaster go by for the last hour before they close😊 I meant to do that on my last OI, so I'm determined to do it this time.
That sounds like a very nice evening! Very relaxing!
Heading down there this weekend!
Are you excited??
@@fudge_factor Hmm, free butterbeer, walk on ride times, low crowds, free butterbeer, nice weather, (gonna be 20* where i live), free food!, free butterbeer, Christmas decor, I also heard there may be free butterbeer!. Sounds like the worst weekend ever! 😄
There’s free butterbeer if you haven’t heard!! 😅🤩
Hey we are just starting our TH-cam journey and you guys inspired us! You have the best B Roll! What camera and lens do you use?! Thanks!!
That’s awesome!! We are excited to check out your content!
We use the Sony a7s3. We have a few different lenses we use. Either the 16-34, 24-70, or 70-200 depending on what look we are going for!
You should post when you guys are gonna be there I’m shure a lot of people would like to meet you
We will! Our next official trip is for the opening weekend of Mardi Gras!
@ I’m local and hear every weekend and make it a game to find all the vlogers
Put us down for Mardi Gras! We’ll be there! It’ll be hide and seek 👀🤣
IOA is my favorite park. Free hot Butterbeer is my fav part. Coming this weekend
IOA is so much fun! Grab a hot butterbeer from the Hogshead and enjoy the light show on Hogwarts!
The parks look beautiful with all the lights. I'm hoping next year I can make an Informer in Nov or Dec. Does the concert during the Mardi Gras Informer make things start later in Islands also?
They are gorgeous! We highly recommend ANY OI meetup, but especially the winter ones. Orlando Informer's website has the parks closing at 7 and 9pm for Friday and Saturday respectively. We suspect some of the food options might open up right when the parks close like this year. Emails from OI will tell you more details though!
What time did you watch the castle show??
10:15 if I remember correctly!
You caught me at work!!!!😂😂😂😂No beach today!!!😢😢😢
haha had to change it up on you! With the meetup this weekend we wanted to get the video out sooner! Darn adulting and real jobs! 😂🤣
One question: If you would want to leave the park during an OI Meetup - forgot something in the hotel, raining but wanted to come back - is re-admission allowed?
Yes! It is! You will get a digital ticket emailed to you (qr code) that you’ll just use to re scan in!
Just arrived for our winter meetup, what timing guys!! How was the line for initial food at Cafe La Bamba?
That’s why we pushed to get the video out!! We knew people will be enjoying the meetup this weekend!
Cafe La Bamba is delicious!! Sooooo good!! It gets busy but it moves quick!
I just got back from a meetup a few weeks ago and I'm already joneing for another one
Getting ready for February??
Next Friday meet up for us... holiday one is our fave..it's the only one we go to now. I think it's the 7th year for winter meet up for us lol.
Oh wow! You have been coming to them for a long time and have really seen them change! What's your favorite thing about the holiday meetup?
Do you think the Mel's burger is better than the Wellington?
Ben can’t decide…. He says it depends on the night. But I (Aub) think Mel’s is better 😅🤭🤫
@fudge_factor I respect that. Just had the Mel's burger tonight for the first time. I think it's close. But I think the Wellington is just a little better.
But you can't go wrong with either one
Now the other debate is which place has better fries??🍟
@fudge_factor I'd go with Mel's but it's close.
It is! Curley fries vs regular fries is a heated debate
Except last night they ran out of hot butterbeer before 10pm and changed the key lime pie
Oh dang! Did you still have a fun night???
I have heard of this event before. Can just anyone go to this?
Yes!! All you have to do is purchase a ticket!
We haven't been privilege to attend a meeting yet. Hoping to change that in 2025. Also, to meet the Dynamic and Famous Ben and Aub!!
Woot woot!! Big things happening in 2025!! 🤩😎