The 2024 ABSOLUTE GUIDE to EPCOT, Disney World

hey everyone chrisa here in this video I'm going to go through absolutely everything within Epcot from attractions restaurants shops shows and more as well as a few extra details that you may miss while you're there plus you'll want to make sure to stick around to the end to get a few tips and tricks to get the most out of your day so let's get into it Epcot which is short for experimental prototype community of Tomorrow opened in 1982 and is the second of four theme parks that make up the Walt

Disney World Resort Epcot was originally envisioned by Walt to be a real futuristic city we call it Epcot spelled e p c o t experimental prototype community of tomorrow however it was deemed too expensive and elaborate so it eventually evolved into the Epcot theme park that we know today Epcot consists of four themed worlds World celebration World nature World Discovery and the world showcase when you first walk into the park you'll begin your adventure in a world celebration World celebration s

erves as the Park's entrance in this themed around new experiences that connect guests to the world around them and you'll immediately see this allwe inspiring 18-story tall geodesic spere that is home to the classic Dark Ride spaceship earth but before you go there are a few photo spots here in the area including this tiny World Magic shot a super zoom shot and there will also be other magic shots available in the area that change seasonally to the right of spaceship earth is a character meet a

nd greet spot where you can meet some Disney Pals including Minnie Mouse and Goofy just across the walkway after goofy we're now ready to take our first ride spaceship earth spaceship earth is the flagship attraction of Epcot and the signature symbol of the park and it's one of my favorite rides in Epcot not only because it's nostalgic but it's also where you can Journey back into time through the dawn of man starting from when we used to ride on Cave walls all the way to how ideas spread throug

h the invention of the printing press all of these Great Moments are brought vividly to life using elaborate sets and Advanced Audio animatronic figures during this inspirational 16 minute Omni mover style attraction spaceship earth is narrated by Academy Award winner Judy Dench remember how easy it was to learn your ABCs than the Phoenicians they invented them when once you've return to present day you'll get a chance to design the kind of future that you want to live in using the touch screen

inside your vehicle welcome to the future or should I say your future you'll exit the ride into project tomorrow inventing the wonders of the future here you can build create complete and play in a series of exhibits that bring innovative ideas and Technologies to life some of the exhibits include assembling a digital human body using technology developed to perform remote surgeries or you can hit the road in a driving simulation game that demonstrates accident avoidance systems or learn how gre

en energy can be generated from natural resources you can even create a postcard from the video you created while writing through spaceship earth and email it to family and friends from the kiosk underneath spaceship earth are a a couple of shops on the left is Gateway gifts here you can get everyday essentials souvenirs and features ear and hat embroidery during the seasonal festivals you can also get the scavenger hunt maps here as well on the opposite side to the right is pin Traders and Came

ra Center here is where the Disney photo pass Services is located and you can also browse through a wide variety of Disney pins for first timers Disney pin Trading is a fun tradition throughout Disney pin enthusiasts can buy pins from select shops and trade them with other guests or cast members who have either a trading board or have a lanyard of pens that they're wearing and if you have little ones you can also get an upcot passport here to keep track of the countries as you visit around the w

orld showcase continuing to the left past spaceship earth you'll come across connections Cafe in erery connections Cafe is where you you can enjoy some Starbucks coffee and Disney snacks and baked goods connections eery is a quick service restaurant that offers Italian French and Asian inspired dishes just past connections Cafe and eery is a Breezeway where Club cool is located Club cool is a fun shop that features Coca-Cola products and souvenirs but the Highlight is this free Coke bar where yo

u can sample Coke products from around the world and simply flavors are better than others right next to Club cool is the creation shop and the creation shop is the flagship store of Epcot and here you can find the largest collection of Disney merchandise in the park you'll also find the seasonal merchandise collections here as well and if you're looking for anything in particular then your best bet is to check the creation shop first behind the creation shop is a new area area called World cele

bration Gardens this picturesque area just opened in December 2023 and here you can explore Lush Gardens while listening to the musical performances and delight and Festival fun at night this area really comes alive with lights along the ground and spaceship earth illuminated in the background it's really a sight to see next is a meet and great spot where you can meet the Charming and sweet Daisy Duck and sometimes there's other characters that will make an appearance here in front of the creati

on shop like Pluto you'll also discover a statue of Walt Disney Seated on the bench here at dreamers Point overlooking the New Garden area enjoying the beauty of his realized dream this statue is called Walt the dreamer and is a reminder for us all to dream big continuing around of the walkway over to the right is the last two attractions of world celebration first is journey into the imagination with figment but before you enter keep an eye out in the grassy field across from Journey into the i

magination because you may just see Winnie the Pooh out catching butterflies after saying hi to pooh you'll be ready to hang out with everyone's favorite purple dragon figment at journey into the imagination journey into the imagination is a slow dark ride that features the mischievous figment on this ride you'll ride through the Institute and meet the chairman who sets out to prove how the five senses capture the imagination but he's upstaged by the mischievous figment during the tour you'll tr

avel through a series of vivid Whimsical sensory labs and learn about all five senses as figment turns the lab upside down and causes quite a stink in the smell [Music] [Music] lab after your journey the ride will exit into the image workshop at image Workshop you can find the largest selection of figment themed toys and merchandise also in image works is the figment meet and greet spot that just opened in 2023 and you got to keep an eye on him because he can be quite a prankster Joy from inside

out is also just across the way and she's always a delight to see there's also an interactive play area here in the whatif labs where the little ones can play with sensory activities and games that spark creativity to the left of journey into the imagination is the Disney and Pixar short film Festival but before you enter this attraction make sure to take a moment to enjoy the famous jumping Fountain and the reverse waterfall at the Disney and Pixar film festival you'll put on some 3D glasses a

nd settle in for an 18-minute Festival featuring three dazzling short films and some incredible in theater effects here is also the only place in EP C where you can meet the big cheese himself Mickey Mouse as well as the lovely Miss Minnie Mouse just a short walk away and on the other side of the lake is the Odyssey building and the Odyssey building is still technically a part of world celebration and it was at one point a table service restaurant but today it serves as a festival Pavilion that

changes seasonally with each Festival treat to the left of world celebration is The World Discovery area of the park World Discovery is themed around science technology and Intergalactic adventure to the far left is the first attraction Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic rewind here is where you can team up with the Guardians of the Galaxy on an Intergalactic race through space and time out front you won't miss this life-size ship modeled after the zarian Nova cor star blaster ship you'll begin by t

ouring the galerium that showcases the similarities and differences between xandar and Earth's galaxies just as you're about to finish the tour you'll be called into action to help the Guardians of the Galaxy this ride is a family thrill attraction and is one of the largest fully enclosed roller coasters in the world Cosmic rewind features reverse launches 360° spinning ride trains and then a rocking soundtrack where one of six songs are randomly selected for each [Music] ride after saving the G

alaxy you'll exit into the treasures of xandar gift shop this shop is operated by the xandarian merchant the broker who has brought his famous store to Epcot in here you'll find other worldly items acquired from across the Galaxy as well as relics that celebrate Xander's Heroes the Guardians of the Galaxy across from cosmic rewind is one of four Joffrey's coffee and tea shops in the park with the other three being in the world showcase area of the park Joffrey's coffee is the official specialty

coffee of Disney and they'll sometimes have special drinks that are themed after nearby attractions like the awesome drink which is a limited time drink themed after the Guardians of the Galaxy and was introduced in 2022 but still available at the park you'll find Joffrey's kiosk all throughout each of the Disney parks near joffre is where you can find the jamers the jamers are a band of percussionist who will perform some beats for the crowd after enjoying the jamet we'll next head across the w

ay to our next attraction mission space here you can Blast Off on a thrilling simulated NASA style Mission to Mars or orbit Earth on a more gentle ride through space Journey to Mars is the more intense orange Mission which uses a centrifuge that spins and tilts to simulate the speed and G forces of a spacecraft launch and re entry which gives you a more intense experience I do have to warn you though if you do get motion sickness there is a good chance that you'll experience it on the orange Mis

sion if you do want something a little less intense but still exhilarating you'll want to take the green Mission the green mission is where you can take flight on a familyfriendly adventure on an orbit around the Earth the green Mission offers a gentler more familyfriendly Adventure for space exor which is what we're featuring here tonight there's a spectacular Northern Light Show On Your Horizon the gift shop for mission space is Mission Space cargo bay this shop offers Star Wars and space them

ed souvenirs like freeze dried astronaut ice cream and NASA gear also here is the Advanced Training lab which is a Hightech play area featuring space themed games and activities for all ages here kids can virtually fly to Mars on a jetpack crawl through wormholes and erase other players to send a rocket into space next to Mission Space is one of the coolest restaurants that you'll ever experience space 220 space 220 is one of Disney's signature table service restaurants and you'll start your jou

rney by boarding a special space elevator that will Ascend 220 M up to space if you look above you'll see someu space station coming into view once we do gather your belongings and exit through the open air lock a space 220 agent will be waiting for you here you can dine on Space themed Foods while enjoying aerial views of the Earth space 220 has one of the best theming and atmosphere of any restaurant it is a must try restaurant in my opinion reservations can be hard to get however they do offe

r walk-ups for the lounge where you can enjoy the same views while snacking on some light bites and Specialty [Music] cocktails once you return to Earth you'll make your way over to our next attraction test track test track is a thorough ride where guests will design a virtual concept car and put it to the test on this thrilling high octane attraction in the ride que you'll take a tour through the Chevrolet Design Studios where you can see some really cool futuristic car models and Design Concep

ts when you get to the end of the queue you'll get a chance to design a car of your own when you're done designing your car you'll get to take it on a test drive as you buckle up in a six passenger Sim car and take it for an exhilarating spin on a test track rev through tough terrain and obstacles along the winding circuit accelerate through straightaways maneuver switch backs through inclement weather hug curves banked at 50° angles and scale Hills up to 3 stories high reach speeds of up to 65

mph as you put your car through its Paces after each test check the scoreboard to see how your vehicle performed after you finish testing your design you can scan your magic Banner park pass to see how your car performed against other guest cars throughout the day as well as race your car against others on this mini racetrack then head into Chevy showroom where you can check out the newest car models from Chevy as well as take a few shots with different Chevy car models against unique background

s once you're done you'll finish your ride experience in the Emporium that is filled with Chevy merch as well as classic Disney merch like items featuring characters from the movie Cars just outside the test track is the refreshment station here you can cool down with a slushie or other Refreshments at this relaxing rest spot the final attraction in World Discovery is the Play Zone this is a playground made just for the little [Music] ones after you finish all of your car and Space Adventures we

'll head over to the other side of world celebration where World nature is located World nature is dedicated to understanding and preserving the beauty of the natural world in both land and sea the newest attraction is Journey of water inspired by Moana but before heading in don't forget to take a moment to say hello to Moana in person just left of the entrance to journey of water she meets here several times throughout the day so make sure to check the app for showtimes The Journey of water is

a self-guided walkthrough Trail where you can interact with water while learning about the water cycle and its importance of protecting this precious natur natural resource you'll walk through nine different immersive sections in the rain area you can touch the water streams to play music in the Stream section you'll wave your arms to move the water next you'll watch the water jump along in the wetlands then you'll use your hands to raise a water in the springs after that you'll walk through a w

aterfall as it opens up for you in the land section then stand in awe of teiti in the lake section she stands over 15 ft tall and is made of over 3,000 pieces of foliage just past aiti you'll watch the water jump along the river then after that you can work with other guests to create a massive wave in the ocean section this section also has a little splash pad play area for the little ones then finally feel what it's like to be in a cloud of mist in the sky section while you walk through this e

xhibit you'll want to keep an eye out for the several Moana themed sculptures in the rocks and count how many you can find and if you're here in the evening the Journey of water transforms into a beautiful colorful [Music] experience [Music] after exploring the Journey of water the next area that you'll come across is the Seas with Nemo and Friends Nemo and friends is a slow Dark Ride where you'll board a clam mobile and descend slowly below the waves where Nemo's friends flit through brightly c

olored coral reefs and gently swaying enmities Dodges stinging jellyfish underwater mines a toothy angler fish and an even toothier Bruce the shark catch a ride on the East Australian current with crush the sea turtle and his little dude squirt once your underwater Aventure ends encounter an ocean full of fun in the Seas with Nemo and friends at the seab base here you can explore the magic and Mystery of Life under the sea in this massive aquarium there are several exhibits to expl explore here

on the first level is Bruce's shark World which is an interactive play area where you can pose for a photo inside the toothy grin of Bruce the shark as well as test your undersea expertise with quizzes from Nemo's teacher Mr Ray there's also a manatee Rehabilitation Center where you can see injured manatees who have been rescued and rehabilitated ocean life is an area where you can see coral reefs as well as a dazzling variety of fish and animals that call the reefs their home while you're here

on the first floor grab a free finding dory's friend scavenger hunt map here is a self-guided scavenger hunt where you can search the seab base to find all of dory's friends on the second level you can visit the observation deck which is a circular window-lined room in the middle of the aquarium and find yourself almost completely surrounded by marine life in here you can spot dolphins sea turtles Stingrays and a ton of different fish there's also a couple of add-on experiences that you can purc

hase that include dolphins and de where you'll get up close and learn about the Dolphins as well as dive Quest where certified scuba divers can swim with the animals inside the aquarium before you leave don't forget to take the kids to say hello to crush at Turtle talk with Crush here you and the kids can take a seat at Turtle Talk theater and watch as the turtle from finding Neo swims up close and communicate directly to you as you ask him anything you want from his favorite foods to what his l

ife is like in the Australian current this show is improvised so it's different every single time you go and it's an ocean full of laughs for every age Lucas sweet uh we sea turtles do not breathe from butts it might be a lanter do so if I think about it I guess I could exhale you'll leave the cbase through the cbas gift shop and here you can find a large selection of Nemo and friends and other aquatic themed toys and merchandise just outside of the cbase aquarium is the entrance to the Coral Re

ef restaurant this is a table service restaurant that offers a seafood inspired menu with spectacular views of a living coral reef as well as more than 2,000 sea creatures who call it [Music] home after spending time under the sea we'll next head over to the land the land Pavilion is dedicated to human interactions with Earth focusing on agriculture conservation and travel you'll enter the Pavilion on the second floor in the first attraction that you'll come across is awesome Planet this is a 10

minute film that uses in theater effects including wind scense and a water to tell the story of our planet and why it's vitally important to take care of [Music] it also on the second floor is the chip Andale Harvest Feast at Garden Grill restaurant The Garden Grill is another table service restaurant that offers character dining the menu here is family style or you'll pay one flat fee for an all you can enjoy Harvest Feast while you eat chip Dale and other Disney Pals will come around for photo

s the restaurant also slowly rotates for an Ever Changing view including views of living with the land the boat ride if you head down the stairs there's a quick service restaurant called Sunshine Seasons here you can get delicious wood grilled Entre and plant-based Cuisines next to Sunshine seasons is living with the land living with the land is where you'll get to see firsthand how Walt Disney World poter culturalists are using Innovative growing techniques and crossbreeding high yield crops to

help feed a growing Planet here you can discover a variety of fruits and veggies from all over the world you'll also get a glimpse of hybrid striped bass tilapia catfish and freshwater shrimp from their fish farm both Sunshine Gardens and the garden and girl serve fresh produce and seafood that are grown right here and if you're here during the Christmas season they even have a beautiful Christmas light display throughout the greenhouse if you'd like to learn more about living with the land the

y also offer an add-on tour called behind the seeds for $35 per person this 1hour tour will take you behind the scenes to tour the fish farm and four green houses where you can learn about the latest plant growing techniques in Hydroponics the final attraction in the land is saurin and this ride is a glider simulator that uses a 180° 80t IMAX Dome this experience offers Majestic views of Wonders across the world you'll Glide by The Majestic Swiss Alps and the polar bears in icy Greenland then su

o pass sailboats on Australia's iconic Sydney Harbor next you'll weave between elephants marching towards Mount kilamanjaro Glide above marbles like the Great Wall of China the great pyramids of Egypt and Taj Mahal in India then cruise over Monument Valley fiji's Lao Island and thundering Iguazu Falls in South America look down on the Eiffel Tower as it Sparkles like a jewel in the night surrounded by the lights of Paris and finally a dazzling firework finale above [Music] Epcot after enjoying t

he wonders of nature we'll head over to our last area of Epcot the world showcase centered around the world showcase Lagoon is a one 1.2 mile Loop where 11 country themed Pavilions are located at each Pavilion you can dine on Cuisine native to each country as well as shop and learn about different cultures from around the world when you first walk in you'll enter the Port of Entry area the Port of Entry area serves as the entrance portal to the world showcase and there are a few shops and attrac

tions here to get you started if you go to the left when you first walk in you'll see another meet and greet gazebo where you can meet Asha from the movie wish just across from Asha and near the Waterfront are a couple of identical looking shops Disney Traders and the Port of Entry shop Disney Traders is where you'll find a large collection of Disney wish merch including figurines dresses plushies ears and more the port aventry shop is themed as an old timey custom house for those that are about

to travel around the world this Shop features a variety of items including both Disney and non- Disney items for the home and a new Pandora jewelry section between the two gift shops is the world showcase plaza where you can find Festival shows that change seasonally there's also a couple of quick service options to get you started on your world travels if you need a little caffeine fix before starting your travels around around the world there is another joffre's coffee located just across fro

m asha's meet and greet area and heading clockwise towards the Canada Pavilion is the refreshment port where you can try some traditional or specialty poutine and while you're in the area right next to the refreshment port is the Critter Crossing area where you and the kids can search through the area to see how many different animal prints you can find next to the refreshment port is the swirled showcase which is new for 2023 here you can try some new ice cream and drink flavors with every seas

onal Festival like this Mickey shaped Nitro cake pop that we were able to pick up during the Festival of the holidays also before I go further I should point out that along the Waterfront is a friendship boat Water Taxi this boat travels between Canada and across the Lagoon to the Morocco Pavilion the boats typically run every 15 minutes and and are free to use they don't save you a lot of time but are a great use when your legs are tired at the end of a long day traveling counterclockwise aroun

d the Lagoon the first country that you'll come across is Canada at the Canada Pavilion the first thing that you'll notice is the Victorian style Chateau Du Canada that's modeled after the Chateau Lauer which is a hotel in Ottawa there are two distinct styles of architecture are showcased in this Pavilion Eastern Canada which is represented by the brick structures while the western side of Canada is represented by the wooden structures and the totem poles one of which was made by Alaskan artist

David Boxley there is also a beautiful Victorian Garden here which is inspired by The buar Gardens of British Columbia as you walk further towards the back of the Pavilion you'll be able to see a Rocky Mountain waterfall representing the Salmon Falls in New Brunswick while you're back here you can't miss seeing Canada far and wide in circle Vision 360 during this 12-minute presentation you'll get to take a breathtaking look at the beautiful lands of the great white North this film was recently u

pdated in 2020 and is narrated by Katherine O'Hara and Eugene [Music] Levy at the end of the show is the first kid CAU Fun Spot station that you'll come across each country Pavilion has a kid cot card that you can collect with facts and activities featuring the culture and tradition of each country and they give you this little Ziploc suitcase to hold all of your cards plus if you bought an Epcot passport here is where you can collect your stamp and each cultural representative will write a litt

le welcome message in their language Canada also has a very popular table service restaurant called lelia Steakhouse leler is one of Disney's signature fine dining restaurants at leler you'll descend into a cozy seller of a Canadian Chateau for Exquisite steaks and seafood Specialties if you're looking for a great steak restaurant on property this is a great choice there are two shops available in Canada The Trading Post and the North nor West mertile at the trading post you can browse through s

ome special Canada themed merchandise and pick up some Canadian maple syrup at the time of filming the Northwest meran Tile was closed but this also holds some additional Canadian themed clothing and food items in addition to the stores there's also some outdoor kiosk where you can get some Canadian themed merch right next to the kiosk is a popcorn cart where you can fill up your popcorn bucket with some delicious Maple popcorn also the third of the four Joffrey's Coffee locations can be found h

ere nearby as well once you have your Maple popcorn and Joffrey's coffee you can take a seat to relax and enjoy the live entertainment at the Mill stage which usually features various renowned Canadian bands all year [Music] round after passing through Canada the next country that you'll walk into to is the United Kingdom at the United Kingdom Pavilion you'll see buildings that represent all kinds of architectural Styles ranging from a replica of Hampton Court to a thatch roofed English cottage

there's also a beautiful gardens area in the back of the Pavilion as well as some iconic red phone booths as you walk into the UK Pavilion you'll come to see the Rose and Crown to your left which has both a familyfriendly briti British pub featuring traditional favorites as well as a sitdown table service restaurant where you can enjoy a number of different British dishes including fish and chips and bangers and mash a live musician will also occasionally perform some Pub hits if you want someth

ing quick you can grab some delicious beer battered fish and chips at the Yorkshire County fish shop Quick Service kiosk oh and keep an eye out for the birds because they will steal your food and even youro packets if you're not looking the rest of the UK Pavilion is a mix of historical locations mostly from 1949 Britain if you look across the street from the Rosen Crown you'll see a replica of Hampton Court this building holds a few different shops that includes the Sportsman shop and the crown

and Crest Historical Research Center the Sportsman shop features merch with iconic British things like the underground tube sign Disney themed London merch items featuring The roseen Crown as well as the Beatles if you head through the back of the Sportsman shop you'll walk into the crown and Crest Historical Research Center where you can look up your family's coat of arms and add your family coat to a variety of things like mugs plaques or have it framed you can even find a collection of UK fo

otball clothing from various teams in the very back of the story is the regular crown and crash shop where you can buy some British snacks and sweets as well as Guinness merch the next shop over is the toy soldier and here you can find merchandise for Paddington as well as all sorts of adorable merch for Winnie the Pooh like pillows shirts sweatshirts stuffed animals and more the toy soldier is also the location for kid cot to pick up your card and get your passport stamped if you walk further b

ack into the Pavilion you'll be able to enjoy this beautiful little English garden as well as find the entrance to the Winnie the Pooh meet and greet spot where you can step inside Christopher Robins room to meet the ever so adorable Winnie the Pooh just outside at the Gazebo is where you can rock out to the command per Corman ban who will play some classic British rock [Music] tunes there are a few other shops to explore here in the UK Pavilion before you leave the Lords and Ladies Shop feature

s Health and Beauty items like perfume soaps as well as a collection for aliceon Wonderland in aside the Queen's table you'll find a variety of English housewares including teapots saucers cups as well as books music and more you will also find a nice selection of denuna fine bone china if you're a fan of tea don't forget to step inside the tea caddy shop which is a really huge shop that features twinning tea and a number of British Suites and souvenirs before you leave the UK don't forget to sa

y hello to The Adventurous Allison Wonderland whose meet and greet location can be found right at the front of the tea caddy shop at certain times throughout the [Music] day after the UK Pavilion you'll come across the International Gateway which serves as the back entrance to the park there's several Transportation options here you can ride the Skyliner to Hollywood Studios or one of the Skyliner Resorts you also have access to the Friendship boats here that you can ride to Disney's Boardwalk w

alk as well as the yacht and Beach Club resorts and the Swan and Dolphin Resorts if you have some extra time I highly recommend taking a short walk over to the Disney BoardWalk area which is a beautiful area located just behind Epcot and this has a lot of fun shops restaurants and entertainment along the Waterfront while you're at the international Gateway you can stop in the world traveler which is a small shop located just behind at the entrance that features popular merchandise from across Ep

cot also in this area you can sometimes catch special characters like Chef Daisy who we are able to see during the Food and Wine Festival once you've passed the international Gateway you'll walk over the bridge and straight into France as you enter the France Pavilion you'll see the Eiffel Tower in the distance there are two attractions here as well as a ton of cute shops and dining options France has always been one of the most popular Pavilions in the park and is always really busy this is bec

ause France has one of the most popular attractions in Epcot Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Remy's Ratatouille Adventure is located in the very back of the Pavilion this area has been transformed into a fanciful version of Paris that feels like it's straight out of the animated film on this 4D ride experience you'll join Chef Remy on a daring culinary Caper that will Captivate all of your senses as you zip Dash and Scurry through the bustling kitchen dining room and walls of gast's famous Paris [M

usic] restaurant [Applause] [Music] just a short walk from Remy's is France's newest restaurant lappi de Perry this restaurant offers both Quick Service and a table service options and this is where you can treat your senses to Savory galletes and sweet Crepes at the restaurant inspired by the Britney region of France while you're in France don't miss your chance to grab a photo with a couple of famous Disney Princesses During certain times throughout the day over at the Gazebo on the walkway he

ading back towards Remy's is where you'll find Sleeping Beauty who is dressed in her beautiful pink ball gown over on the waterfront is where you'll be able to find a Belle in her signature blue and white Village outfit also in France are a number of different shops like the signature Boutique which houses Geron which is a luxury and cosmetics brand that has a rich history and commitment to Excellence plus if you purchase a bottle of perfume here check with the sales attendant because twice a mo

nth they have a painter that comes through that will do a complimentary Custom Design on your bottle and make it incredibly unique plus the bottles are refillable so you can keep your unique bottle and purchase a refill instead LPR de Province features a collection of Ratatouille as well as some French themed Disney merch Leon de France is a wine seller with a wide variety of French wines where you can pick up a champagne flight or a glass of your favorite bubbly plume a palette has designer Fre

nch bags and fragrances like Dior plus twice a month they have an engraver that comes in so if you purchase a bottle of Dior while you're in the shop they will create a complimentary custom design with your name on it like this souvenir day France features a collection of Beauty and the Beast as well as merch from Disneyland Paris souvenirs de France is also the location where you can find the kidcot station in the very back of the souvenir day Fran shop is Leo bonger Patisserie which is a Frenc

h bakery with fresh treats sandwiches pastries and more there's number of other eateries in the France Pavilion including lisand de gloss which is an ice cream and sorbet shop Le Chef def France is where you can get a glass of wine or other specialty beverages to go as well as a couple sitdown table service restaurants that include Chef's def France here you can be transported to the heart of Paris in this charming Cafe with its high ceilings intricate mosaic flooring and expansive Windows looki

ng out into the prominade this bright and Airy restaurant features Innovative French cuisine there's also monsier Paul which is one of Disney's high-end fine dining restaurants and for $195 per person you can enjoy an elegant five course meal this is one of Disney's quieter restaurants as only guests age 10 and above are allowed to dine here if you haven't gotten enough of the French Pavilion after all of that then you'll have to head over to the pet de Cinema to watch the Beauty and the Beast s

ing along where you'll get to see an 18-minute film where Bell and the Beast story unfolds before your eyes tap your toes and sing along to all the songs you know and love like Be Our Guest and Gaston impressions of France is also here as well which is an 18-minute film that showcases the Grandeur charm and romance of one of Europe's Most enchanting [Music] countries after you've enjoyed the splendors of France you'll walk into Morocco the Morocco Pavilion is a beautiful Pavilion full of wonderf

ul colors patterns and design during the creation of the Morocco Pavilion it was important to the sponsors that the Moroccan Customs were on so they made sure to bring all of their own artists to create the thousands of tiles and carvings that you see throughout the Pavilion the architecture in this Pavilion starts at ancient history in the back of the Pavilion to the more modern-day building styles at the front of the Pavilion there are no rides in this area but there are a couple of really gre

at shops and restaurants along the Waterfront is the spice Road table which is a table service restaurant that serves a small Mediterranean plates the spice Road table has plenty of symbolism within it the blue paint on the building represents Morocco's coastal cities and the chandeliers are all different to honor Morocco's diversity next to the spice Road table is the Suk Al mcreb this is a small Market where you can find Mor rockan souvenirs and Aladdin themed merch right next to that is the O

asis sweets and sips Bakery here you can Delight in delectable treats like pistachio baklava and almond crescent cookies as well as exotic drinks across from the spice Road table is the Tangerine Cafe flavors of Medina which is a quick service restaurant featuring Mediterranean Specialties desserts and some amazing authentic grilled kebabs that I highly recommend the other table service restaurant Morocco is the restaurant mares which has been closed since 2020 and does not appear to be reopenin

g anytime soon while you're in the Morocco Pavilion make sure to step into the Fez house The Fez house is located on the left hand side as you enter the Pavilion past the archway as you walk into the FZ house you'll notice that the courtyard is decorated entirely of tiles the Upper Floor is the homeowner's quarter and the style of this home was developed in the 14th century this house is inspired by traditional Moroccan homes built around a central Courtyard while you're in the Morocco Pavilion

don't miss your chance to meet Princess Jasmine that is located in the lamps of Wonder just a short walk from The Fez house the lamps of Wonder is a beautiful photo spot that is filled with all sorts of fun knickknacks and Easter eggs from the movie Aladdin if you're looking for a place to get out of the Sun make sure to step into the race against the sun Gallery this is a small exhibit that highlights the marathon disables and the rally of the gazelle along with the history of berbers the ancie

nt inhabitants of the Sahara you will find immersive experiences including a diarama of the marathon of the Sands with race gear and trophies plus a photo op of the rally of the gazelle with which is an off-road allom desert rally the exhibit also shows how the berbers mastered living in the Sahara's formidable environment if you walk out the back of the race against the sun is where you'll find the kidcot station for Morocco and here is where they'll write your name in Arabic which is written r

ight to left which is the opposite way of how we do it in English as well as a little message that says welcome to Morocco I even learned a word in Arabic which is Marhaba which means hello at the very front of the Pavilion is where you'll be able to enjoy and belly dance along with the atlas Fusion Moroccan [Music] band continuing around the world showcase the next country that will come across is Japan as you enter the Pavilion you'll immediately notice this beautiful pagota that Towers overhe

ad here is where you can catch the performances from The Talented Matera drummers several times throughout the day in front of the Showcase Lagoon is the red Tory gate that makes a perfect photo spot with spaceship earth in the background nearby are some peaceful Gardens where you can see a collection of little bunai [Music] trees as you go further into the Japan Pavilion you'll see another beautiful tranquil Garden right behind the Pagoda here you can enjoy the sounds of the streams and ponds w

ith colorful koi fish this is a great spot to hang out if you're looking for a quiet place to relax for a bit the main main shop here is the mitsukoshi department store which has a ton of interesting merchandise the mitsukoshi is a Japanese department store chain and the Epcot location is the only mitsuki store in North America and there's a ton to see in here you can browse everything from anime merch Japanese snacks toys Chopsticks bonsai trees katana swords and even some beautiful traditional

kimonos and Footwear there's also a gallery showcase here at the beutu con gallery that is currently showcasing the culture of cute which shows how it's common in Japanese culture to make even the most mundane things cute and adorable just outside of the culture of cute Gallery is where you can find Japan's kidcot station which is really fun because they'll write your name in Japanese and then stamp your passport the Japan Pavilion has three table service restaurants and two quick service resta

urants the Quick Service restaurants include the Kabuki Cafe which is a kiosk in front of the Pavilion that serves Sushi Saki and other snacks the katsura grill is located near the gardens and serves Teriyaki Sushi chicken cutlet Curry salads and more if you go up these steps steps you'll find tonito in shikisai tonito is a table service restaurant that offers a Habachi style dining experience where chefs cook your meal in front of you on a very large Grill to the right of tonito is shikisai Sus

hi iseka this is a new sushi bar and grill that opened in late 2023 here you can try a variety of mouthwatering ezekiah style Delicacies and if you're feeling adventurous try the $300 Sushi Boat that feeds 4 to six people or if you have a smaller group you can get the Hashi bridge for $100 that serves 2 to four finally the last table service restaurant is Tumi T Tumi T is another high-end fine dining signature Disney restaurant here you can choose between two menus the plant-based course for $15

0 or the omnivorous course for $250 per [Music] person after you leave Japan the next Pavilion that you'll encounter is the American Pavilion the American Pavilion features a beautiful colonial style building within the building is where you can experience the voices of Liberty as well as the American Adventure Show the voices of Liberty will perform at various times through throughout the day in the doed retunda this retunda is an acoustically perfect Dome that amplifies and purifies their soun

d so make sure to sit or stand as close to the retunda circle as possible to get the full benefit of this sounding [Music] Acoustics the wonderful wonderful time of the year also in here is the American Heritage Gallery where you can learn about the traditional Native American influences native communities from Seven geographic regions across the United States are included in this Gallery their art represents the richness depth and diversity of native cultures past and present when it's time for

the American Adventure Show you'll be led into the theater and this show is a Dr Matic production featuring 35 audio animatronic figures digital rear projection images on a 72t screen and stirring patriotic songs you'll watch firsthand as America's story [Music] unfolds across from the American Adventure is the America Gardens theater which has a variety of shows that change seasonally with the festivals if you're looking for a place to to eat at the American Pavilion there are a few quick serv

ice places to choose from the Regal Eagle Smokehouse features mouth of watering barbecue that celebrates American Backyard Barbecue and craft beers the pitm uses techniques from classic barbecue regions to smoke their selections over oak wood there's also the funnel cake stand that serves some amazing funnel cake Creations as well as F and drum t or you can pick up the famous turkey leg or a root beer float if you want some caffeine there's another joffre's coffee and tea location located here a

s well there's only one shop at the American Pavilion and that's the art of Disney where you'll be able to find limited edition prints sells figurines and more from the much coveted Disney classic collection just outside of the art of Disney is where you'll find the kidcot station to pick up your postcard and get your passport stamped the Italian Pavilion is the next country that will come across and I have to say this Pavilion is beautiful along the Waterfront there's some gondolas and Venetian

Bridges as you enter the Pavilion you'll immediately see an amazing replica of the DOI Palace as well as a replica of the Campanile in St Mark Square in and towards the very back of the Pavilion you'll find a courtyard where you'll be able to see a statue of Poseidon as well as a donkey cart kiosk that will have some treats for sale at various times throughout the day Sergio the Italian mman juggler performs right here in front of the dogee palace so you'll have to make sure to catch him he has

a really entertaining performance that is very fun to [Music] [Applause] [Music] see there's no rides in the Italian Pavilion but there are some amazing restaurants and shops ilel Cristo is where you can find Italian themed merch Disney themed Italian merch Italian handbags perfumes candles and more and in the very back is a tiny shop called leema Elegante where you can be the bell of the masquerade ball with a Venetian mask across the way is La BGA Italiana here you can browse more Italian Dis

ney merchandise a lemon cello collection as well as a collection from the Italian car manufacturer Ferrari there's also a small wine shop here that serves a wide variety of Italian wines if you exit out of the back of the store you'll see the kid cot station where you can collect your stamp and card there are two sitdown table service restaurants in the Italy Pavilion at the tuto Italia Restaurante you can enjoy traditional Italian favorites either on the outside patio or in the Airy dining room

amid murals of ancient Rome and sparkling chandeliers right next door is the two Gusto Wine Cellar where you can experience the Flavors of Italy in this cozy wine bar in the very back of the Pavilion is via napoi Restaurante e Pizzeria here you can take a culinary tour of southern Italy at this family-friendly restaurant in Pizzeria water for the dough is sourced from a spring very similar to Italy's CIA region pizzas are then cooked in wood burning ovens named after three active volcanoes in I

taly Mount Etna Mount vvus and Stromboli there's also a to- Go Pizza window here right next door called Pizza Al tlio but keep in mind that this is not run by the same company so don't expect the same Pizza that you'll get at Via napoi if there's something sweet that you're after then you'll want to stop by the gelataria tasana where you can treat yourself to authentic old World Gelato or sorbet as you make your way towards Germany our next country you'll come across this awesome miniature train

Village it was meant to only be here for the Flower and Garden Show several years ago but was kept because of its popularity and they even change it out with little Flags to match whichever Festival is currently going on as you enter the Germany Pavilion you'll notice the Bavarian style building with the medieval castle in the background while there's no rides in the Germany Pavilion there are plenty of quaint shops and a really fun table service restaurant across from the miniature train Villa

ge is an outdoor kiosk called glass scons which sells AR Reus glasswar and here you can make your own glass artwork you can create anything from magnets picture frames night lights ornaments and other trinkets near the front of the Pavilion is a wishing well which is a meet and greet spot where you can sometimes find Snow [Music] White the first shop that you'll come across on the leftand side of the Pavilion is caramel cou which translates to caramel cake this shop is sponsored by worther origi

nal and features all sorts of caramel treats you'll find everything from fresh caramel apples straw strawberries marshmallows and of course their famous caramel popcorn that they make fresh every day in front of guest it does come in a totable bag that you'll be able to tuck away for later or if you want to bring some home for friends and family if it makes it that far right next door is D wox eki which translates to the Christmas Corner as you could probably guess this is a Christmas shop where

you can feel the charm of an oldw World German Christmas all year round with items like wooden nutcrackers glass ornaments and collectibles right next store is the Stein house which has a variety of authentic Octoberfest German beer steins all year round at the wine K you can step into an oldw World seller stocked with over 250 German wines and a selection of German beers and coar bite and Crystal is where you can find crystal glass figurines and jewelry including this awesome spaceship earth w

hich is encrusted with over 122,000 handset crystals and took over $459 hours to complete and cost $79,000 next store is folk scons this shop has dozens of beautiful Southern German cuckoo clocks that Crow on the hour here is also where you can get some German themed Disney merch the teddy bear shop next door is still closed but there is a section here in a vun where you can find a wide selection of stuffed animals this shop is also the location of the kitkot station where you can collect your G

ermany stamp and card the highlight of the German Pavilion is the Beer Garden restaurant at the Beer Garden restaurant in Epcot October Fest is celebrated all year round as you enter the dining room you'll be transported to a traditional Bavarian Village as you Feast on authentic German food the food here is served a buffet style and there's a wide variety of delicious German cuisine to choose from in the dining room you'll sit at a beer garden communal table under an outdoor Twilight atmosphere

and as you dine an authentic po band will perform at various times throughout the day and this poke band is so fun dressed in their later hosen these talented musicians will play several different instruments like the [Music] bows the glocken [Music] steel and an alphorn which you may recognize from the old Rola commercials as they perform guests are invited to the front to dance along with the music during the performance you'll be encouraged to raise your signs High and a toast along beer gar

den [Music] style you can also grab some German Delicacies to go next door at Summerfest and this is also where you can get this really cool souvenir Stein finally you can watch as German bands entertain here at the Gazebo performances range from classic poker music to German pop [Music] music once you pass Germany you'll encounter the African Outpost the African Outpost features a little village Trader shop which has some fun handcarved animal figurines there's also a refreshment Outpost here a

s well where you can pick up anything from a cocktail beer or a hot dog and here is where you can get the classic Disney treat the D whip while we were there they offered the classic do whip salted caramel ice cream or a swirl of both which is what we're showing here if you have little musicians in the family you can also stop here to play some drums and other percussion instruments you can get your face painted here as well the next country that will come across is China here you'll be welcomed

to the China Pavilion with a beautiful ceremonial gate as well as a replica Temple modeled after the Temple of Heaven in Beijing in a China you'll also see peaceful Gardens ponds and bamboo Groves make sure to pay attention to the intricate detail in the architecture here because it's just [Music] amazing if you enter the temple you'll get to experience reflections of China the house of Whispering Willows gallery and just inside is a meet and greet spot where you can meet Mulan dressed in her b

eautiful Han Fu in the house of Whispering Willows you can walk through a showcase featuring the wonders of the Shanghai Disney Resort during reflections of China is where you'll journey through ancient and modern China during the spectacular 14-minute Circle Vision 360 film the table service restaurant in China is the Nine Dragons restaurant at Nine Dragons you can enjoy contemporary Chinese cuisine and a beautiful dining room containing ornate wood carvings traditional lanterns an Exquisite gl

ass artwork the Lotus Blossom Cafe is a quick service restaurant where you can enjoy Chinese favorites like pot stickers egg rolls orange chicken and even Ginger ice I cream next to the Waterfront is a popular kiosk called Joy of tea here you can choose from a wide variety of tea flavors including some delicious Boba teas right next to the joy of tea is good fortune gifts and here you can discover traditional style gifts like parasols toys and these very fun puppets the main shop in China is the

House of Good Fortune located in the very back of the The Pavilion this is one of the largest shops in the world showcase and holds a wide variety of merchandise like Silk clothing teapots Jade carvings and paper fans you can get a Chinese robe for yourself as well as one for your pet or get some personalized chopsticks with your name on them in the jewelry section of the store you'll be able to find gorgeous Coral Jade and Crystal pieces and make sure to take a photo with the giant Buddhist st

atue here in the center of the room you'll also find the kid cot station nearby to get your stamp and card after walking through the entire shop you'll exit into an Open Air Market that offers books on meditation calligraphy and the Chinese link Ang Norway is our next country as we make our way around the world showcase the Norway Pavilion is themed as a picturesque Norwegian Town Square around a Cobblestone Court yard with a medieval Stave church located in the front of the Pavilion the highlig

ht of the Norway Pavilion is the Frozen Ever After ride this is where you can Voyage to Arendelle aboard an ancient Nordic vessel as you take a musical tour of the wintry world of Frozen find a seat aboard your boat and let the Laughing Waters take you through a frozen Willow Forest oh you're going to H Ice Palace going I'll going be so beautiful see you there soon you'll be rubbing shoulders with some Boulders AKA Kristoff's family from the troll Valley before bracing for the cold high up in th

e icy blue world of the North Mountain Queen Elsa's enchanting Ice Palace [Music] awaits behold the Wonder and keep an eye out for Anna Olaf and a few Frozen [Music] friends and another attraction in Norway is the gods of Viking Gallery located within the Stave church here you can delve into the myths gods and legends of real Vikings in this exhibit of Norwegian artifacts while you're here Marvel at their heroic ancient deities including Odin ruler of Asgard Thor the mighty protector god Loki th

e trickster and Freya goddess of [Music] love you can also meet Anna and elssa from Frozen at the Royal summer house which is their Royal Log Cabin Retreat that they visit in the summertime while you're in line you'll get to walk through different rooms that tell the story of their lives once you get closer to the front of the line you'll be whisked into a special room where Anna and Elsa are there waiting for you you'll get the opportunity to meet with each of them individually to take photos o

nce you're done you'll exit through the wandering reindeer where you'll have one last photo spot opportunity before heading outside the table service restaurant in Norway is Princess Storybook dining at the acrus Royal dining hall acrus is a character dining restaurant where you get to meet five at Disney princesses as you dine on authentic Norwegian Cuisine served family style at acru you'll dine inside a medieval Norwegian castle with soaring arm arway cathedral ceilings and a chandeliers whil

e you're here you'll be invited to enjoy a feast honoring some of your favorite storybook [Music] princesses the Kingler Bakery o Cafe is a small sandwich and pastry shop that specializes in crinkles which is a candied pretzel Le which is a thin flatbread rolled in cinnamon sugar butter and their most popular Tre treat School bread which is a sweet bread roll injected with vanilla pudding or custard then covered with sweet icing and toast coconut the fing is the main shop located in the Norway P

avilion the Frozen Ever After ride exits here so you will find a large selection of Frozen merch as well as Disney themed Norway merch troll figurines Norwegian Viking beer steins and Viking ears you can also get a wide variety of Norway themed Merchant imports from fragrances to food stuffs to fleece and the perfume that they sell here is one of my favorites and I always make sure to have some at home the kidcot station can also be found here as well before you leave make sure to grab a photo w

ith the famous giant troll statue the last country as you complete the loop around the world showcase is Mexico the centerpiece of the Mexico Pavilion is the giant Aztec pyramid modeled after the Temple of ketok codal before you head inside the pyramid don't miss your chance to say hello to Donald Duck who's dressed in his somero in Poncho when you're ready to head inside the pyramid you'll be welcomed by this amazing Twilight scene Disney chose to always keep it Twilight in the Mexico Pavilion

because Twilight is the time for friends and family who Gather in the plaza to socialize in the very back of the Pavilion is the grand Fiesta tour starring the three caberos where you can take in the sights of Mexico and the antics of the three feathered Amigos on this gentle boat ride through the Mexico Pavilion on this ride you'll cruise down the Rio Grande and past some of the most famous sites and cities in [Music] Mexico we sing and we we sh need there are plenty of places to shop in the Me

xico Pavilion the Plaza De Los Amigos shop is located in the plaza inside the pyramid here you can stroll this open air Marketplace for pinatas sombreros Ceramics baskets and more the last kid cot station can be found here as well for your stamp and card and if you complete all 11 countries you'll receive a special compl complet her postcard also inside the pyramid is the Mexico folk art gallery the current exhibit is remember me which is inspired by the movie Coco here you can discover the time

honor tradition of Dia de martos at this colorful exhibit featuring The Works of prominent Mexican and Mexican Aman artist here you can stand in front of the magical mirror deis mertos and see yourself as a skeleton in the land of the dead right next to the Grand Fiesta boat ride is the LA Princessa de Crystal this is an arubus Brothers Crystal and glasswar shop where you can find beautiful jewelry or art you can also sometimes catch a live glass blower here creating new pieces right next to La

Princessa de Cal is La Tienda in kada which is a shop that offers accessories inspired by the charm and beauty of Old Mexico you'll also find clothing and household items themed from the movie Coco Mexico has two table service restaurants the first is son on Hell In Restaurant which is located inside the pyramid in the very back here you can Dine In Perpetual Twilight at this Mexican restaurant that is modeled after a 17th century Henda at the base of the Mayan ruin as you dine you'll Overlook

the grand Fiesta boat ride and enjoy the sights of a Mayan pyramid an erupting volcano in the background next to the San on hel in Restaurante is laava de Tequila this is a popular Mexican tequila bar that serves over 200 Tequilas as well as cocktails wines and Mexican beer they also offer a variety of tequila flights as well as Margaritas tequila enthusiasts can also book the laava tasting experience for $180 per person during this experience you'll learn from a certified tequila Ambassador abo

ut the history and Sample Taste of this popular Mexican Spirit once you're back outside you'll find Mexico's other table service restaurant La Henda desan on hell located by the Waterfront here you can dine on authentic Mexican Cuisine and a premium Margaritas while enjoying Lakeside views at this Waterfront Retreat just outside of the LA hasienda is where you can hear some bands perform traditional folk music bands that make an appearance here include the Mariachi Cobra band in the marimba deas

[Music] Americas also located nearby is the final shop in Mexico the ring car Harver kiosk at this kiosk you can watch as a Disney Artisan transforms your jewelry into a personalized creation if you're looking for just a quick bite while you're in Mexico then head over next door to Latina desan on Hell which is a quick service restaurant that serves Mexican favorites while enjoying beautiful views of the world showcase Lagoon if it's a margarita you're after then you'll have to grab one at the

Chaz day Margarita at this Margarita Hut you can get the party started with signature on the Rocks Margaritas frozen margaritas or grab a light [Music] snack if you're an Epcot in the evening you'll want to make sure that you catch the spectacular nighttime show called luminous the Symphony of us you'll be able to view this show from all around the world showcase luminus will Delight you with a dramatic show designed to bring us all together Marvel at the dazzling pageant of fireworks fountains

music and a lights set to an original composition new music along with evocative selections from the Disney song book will come together to remind us why we're more alike than we are different as DUS comes along every evening you can also Delight in watching spaceship earth light up the night sky with a dazzling light show this show will dance along with music as you exit the park and it also changes seasonally and runs continuously every day from dusk until the park closes one of the things tha

t makes Epcot one of the most popular parks is that there's four festivals that take place throughout the year the Festival of the Arts takes place between mid January through mid-February and is a celebration of all forms of art including culinary Visual and Performing Arts all throughout the park there's also a ton of fun activities like the expression section which is a paint by numbers mural that you can participate in for free there's also walk-in photo frames based on iconic works of art c

halk art galleries with a section just for kids Charming chalk drawings hidden all throughout the park and animation Academy where you can learn how to draw with a real life Disney animat from mid-February to May is the flower and garden festival this Festival will have dozens of beautiful topes shaped as popular Disney characters stunning flower gardens and a butterfly house and so much more from mid June through mid November is the Food and Wine Festival during this Festival you'll embark on a

culinary exploration across six continents during during the holiday season will be the Festival of the holidays during this Festival you can meet Santa and gather around as Lively storytellers share the holiday Legends and lore from all across the world and watch as a celebrity narrator tells the story of Christmas with the help of a 50-piece Orchestra and choir during the candlelight processional additionally each Festival will have a complimentary Festival passport with all the event details

s a fun scavenger hunt food stroll concerts shows unique Festival merchandise and a ton of delicious themed [Music] Foods if you are spending the day at Epcot here are a few tips and tricks to get the most out of your day if you haven't already you'll want to download the My Disney Experience app the Mind Disney Experience app will be your best friend throughout your day as it'll will not only provide you with show times and the character meet and greets but it will also show you what the wait

times are throughout the park also if you're looking for free things for the kids to do there's a very fun scavenger hunt called Disney's Ducktails world showcase adventure to participate you'll need to download the play Disney Parks app to your phone and then as you make your way around the world showcase you'll discover some exciting Mysteries with Scrooge McDuck it's a really fun way to interact with the environment in The Pavilions and discover some really cool Secrets if you do want to eat

at any of the Disney sitdown table service restaurants you want to make sure to make a reservation there are a few reservations that are difficult to get like space 220 which tend to go really quickly you can make reservations up to 60 days before your visit and the reservations start getting released at 5:45 a.m. so if you have a restaurant that you're eager to try you want to make sure that you're online to grab these reservations as soon as they're released if you are staying on Disney proper

ty you are able to make your dining reservations for the entire duration of your trip at 60 days before your arrival this definitely gives you an advantage as you'll have access to dates prior to the general public so you want to make sure to take advantage and book your entire Trip's worth of dining reservations the moment your reservations open up if you are visiting during the summer between May to September then you'll definitely want to bring a poncho with you summer is our rainy season her

e in Florida and you can expect there to be a downpour almost every afternoon but don't worry the afternoon storms only last about an hour so don't let it slow you down while you're here speaking of other things you might want to bring with you you'll also want to make sure that you bring a battery pack with how much you'll be using yourself cell phone to check wait times show times and taking video and pictures of your family you'll be using your cell phone a lot and if you don't want to be att

ached to a wall while you wait for your phone to charge I highly recommend you bringing your own battery pack with you my favorite is the fuel Rod if you're not familiar with fuel Rod I love them how it works is that you buy a fuel rod for $30 and you can exchange them at any of these machines free of charge just drop your dead fuel Rod here and it spits out a fresh fully charged one ready to go and you'll see these machines everywhere they're in each of the Disney parks Disney Resorts Disney Sp

rings Universal and SeaWorld so it's become a vital accessory for me to keep my devices charge especially on a long film day if you're interested in Saving a bit of money on the fuel rods I'm going to drop an affiliate link where you can buy two of them on Amazon for the same price each purchase you make helps me create more content like this at no additional charge to you if you are looking for Disney's fast passes unfortunately they're not available anymore and they have been replaced with Gen

ie plus Genie plus is an extra paid service that you can add on to your day and the price fluctuates depending on demand if you want to shorten your wait time for at least a few rides throughout your day it's a great service to add on you are able to purchase Genie Plus at midnight on the day of your visit and you're able to start making selections for your day as early as 7:00 a.m. I highly recommend making sure that you start making your genie plus selections as soon as it turns seven because

a lot of the most popular rides will book up fast and you'll want to make sure that you get a few Selections in the morning to get the most out of your day if you are planning on taking a lot of photos you might want to look into the Disney photo pass you can get a Disney photo photo pass by purchasing a Disney Memory Maker for either the day or the duration of your trip it's a great way to get beautiful photos of the entire family while you're here with a Disney photo pass you're able to downlo

ad not only your photos but your entire family's photos as long as they're linked to your My Disney Experience app it's a great way to capture a bunch of beautiful memories during the times my family have come down to visit and there are several really fun imag sck shots that you'll want to find throughout Epcot also if your family are huge snackers you may want to consider purchasing a Disney souvenir popcorn bucket they come in all shapes and sizes and characters and have become a great collec

tible item for a lot of the seasonal events plus the best part is that they give you a great discount on the popcorn refills that you can find throughout the park woo well that is all the tips that I can think of however I know that there's a few other things out there that I completely forgot to mention so if you have any tips that have made your day easier at Epcot make sure to drop your best tips in the comments below if you found any of this information helpful I would love it if you would h

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d them so you can check them off as you go along to make sure you don't miss a thing while you're there you'll find a link to my free Epcot day planner in the video description below if you're still here on this extremely massive video I just want to thank you I appreciate you making it this far and if you're still watching at this point make sure to let me know by dropping a little Globe emoji that kind of looks like spaceship earth so that way I can thank you personally if you're planning on s

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