EPCOT
Epcot is just one of four of Walt Disney World's theme parks. There are two main areas of Epcot- Future World and The World Showcase. Future World contains the majority of the park's rides. This includes the new Finding Nemo ride at the Living Seas, Journey Into Imagination, and Universe of Energy- rides which everyone can enjoy. Mission Space, Test Track, and Soarin' over California are also featured in Future World but these rides do have height requirements. (And also longer wait times.)
The World Showcase is the second area of the part and features countries of the world. In each 'country' there is a counter service restaurant location, a table service restaurant, shops, and entertainment. In my opinion, this is the best part of Epcot. I love walking around the countries and looking through the stores. The food is also delicious, with each country serving their own delicacies. Currently the countries featured are Mexico, Norway, China, African Outpost, Germany, Italy, America, Japan, Morroco, France, UK, and Canada.
*Tips for Visiting Epcot*
If you would like to go on the rides in Future World, plan accordingly. Future World is typically only open til 7 pm while the World Showcase area usually stays open til 9. Some of the more popular rides, like Test Track and Soarin', will still be open til 9 though.
Use the Fast Pass System for Soarin'. Walt Disney World offers a Fast Past for certain rides. You go to the ride you want to ride, insert your park ticket in a fast pass machine. The machine will give you back your park ticket and an additional fast pass ticket. The fast pass ticket will give you an hour window in which to come back to the ride and enter through the 'fast pass' entrance. The fast pass line generally skips most of the regular line so your wait time will be greatly reduced.
One popular activity at Epcot is 'Drinking Around the World.' Each country has their own special alcohol drinks and many people try to 'drink around the world.' If you are so bold and inclined to do this, here is some advice- Bring cash and be prepared to spend a lot of money. A lot of the alcohol stands in front of the countries only take cash and drinks are at last 6-7 dollars a piece. With 11- 12 drinks, that's quite a bit. Also be prepared to take your time, otherwise you will get sick.
