Epcot is what I like to call the grown up park. Instead of the hustle and bustle of main street, you’re greeted by a giant silver ball (much like what you get if you combine both halves of the esplanade balls into one, except rounder). So less of the immediate oomph but walk through and it is the sort of place that really grows on you.
It was the flower festival when we were there and we saw these amazing topiaries of Disney characters, which was almost like meeting the real characters. They just couldn’t sign the autograph book, but they’ll have to count for all those we couldn’t find.
Half the park is made up of the World Showcase, a collection of countries from Canada to China so you could literally take a trip around the world in a day.
Then the other half was called Future World and all the rides were there. Surprisingly, my favorite ride in all of Disney World came from Epcot – a nondescript little ride called Test Track. We were supposed to be car testers to ensure the safety of GM cars (product placement, anyone?). I shan’t spoil it for you but suffice to say, it was a brilliant mix of speed, sharp turns and surprises.
Kids may probably find it less exciting than the rest of the other parks but it is a nice place to relax and slow it down a notch while still enjoying the magic of Disney.
