25 Things You Should ALWAYS Do in EPCOT
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I got engaged in that Japanese garden last summer during early entry while the park was empty. I’m here now celebrating my honeymoon, typing this from Poly and having a wonderful trip, Epcot is tomorrow.❤
Aww that’s awesome!!
Went to poly on my honeymoon in 1981. Only MK then. Went back the next year when Epcot was open
@@michellerubin3525 it was an amazing place to spend our honeymoon. Memories that will last a lifetime.
It’s simply not a trip to EPCOT without visiting Living With The Land. It just oozes old EPCOT to me, and I love it for that as someone who didn’t really get to experience or grow up with much older EPCOT.
Oh and a trip to Mitsukoshi. For the weeb I am, it’s always cool to look at the merch, especially the anime/manga merch 😂
Dude, your Epcot trips sound like MY Epcot trips 😂❤
@@dfbbreea haha 😂👍
living with the land is love living with the land is life
I second this opinion!!
@@dfbbreeaalso can't forget a few rides on Cosmic Rewind!!
One more thing: the man who owns/runs Spice Road Table in Morocco is a prince among men. He refunded me part of my fireworks dining package (i travel solo) when i got very sick (from eating something else before my experience there) and had to leave my table to return to my resort. Please patronize this restaurant, not just because of the delicious food, but because this gentleman is an emblem for Disney customer service.
Ever since it opened, Spice Road Table has been one of our favorites. We're there every trip. The food, service and atmosphere are outstanding.
I went on Mission Space during the soft opening in 2003. It was the most intense ride I had ever been on. People were vomiting all the time lol. Astronauts who ride it at that time said it was the closest they felt to an actual launch. Disney has toned it down numerous times. The orange version is good, but it is tame compared to the original ride.
When we walked up to the ride the kids wanted to go on, they were 8 and 5. I had read about it and didn’t think it was a good idea. The cast member told us it was like the tea cups in the Magic Kingdom. I had read about the ride and I told the kids I would go on and try it, and if it was good they could ride it. When I walked out, my wife looked at me and asked if I was alright. The only thing I could say was that it was DEFINITELY NOT like the tea cups 😂
Sounds like quite the experience. Knowing it’s tamed down kinda infuriated me for a sec would’ve loved to have experienced it as it was 😂
Like the TEA CUPS???? OMG noooooo! 😂😂😂
They had to tame it down cause a 4 yr old boy died soon after getting off, I think he had a heart condition though.
My experience exactly. I, too, rode it in 2003. I used EVERY trick I'd learned flying parabolas on NASA 930, aka the Vomit Comet, to not lose lunch, or anything else. I was successful but a lot of the other guests weren't so lucky. Now, it's still intense enough that I do counsel first-time riders in my boarding group on the do's and don't's of resetting your internal gyros.
@@kdusel1991 I heard about that... I believe Disney settled a wrongful death claim but I never did hear much about what the cause was. This is one ride where the recommendation that those prone to motion sickness, or who have heart conditions should go Green.
OMG! The drinking stories I have from EPCOT. So pace myself? NEVER! 🤣🤣🤪
Just remember what EPCOT really stands for. Every Person Comes Out Trashed.
Can’t wait to get there. I am gonna be there for the Food and Wine Festival.
Maybe it's just me, but I don't fully understand why people pay so much money and travel far to a place just to get trashed, something you can do much cheaper at home. Maybe you can help me understand the whole drinking around the world premise.
It’s the variety of different tastes. I remember a time when EPCOT was first opened. It was the only park that you could drink at. Yes it is cheaper to drink at home but back then, it was totally different because they didn’t have the premixed slushy machines and the prices were quite reasonable. And also at those times many of the different beers couldn’t be found in your local bar.
@@jamm1422 The drink variety makes sense to me and is part of the immersion process in the World Showcase. The "trashed" part still eludes me, but we all have different ways on how to spend our vacation.
I’m going to Disney with my husband and 2 kids next month. I can’t wait to go to Epcot and eat at via Napoli. The Frozen and the France ride are great. Soarin is my top favorite ride at the park. I never miss buying some merch at the china pavilion.
I too love Soarin more than any other ride in Epcot! Fun fact - it was my first ever Disney ride I ever experienced! ❤
@@dfbbreeaI wish it was still the OG one! Around the world is fine, but nothing compares to the smell of the orange groves!!!
Via Napoli. You have me salivating. It is absolutely the best, freshest food, with the kindest and loveliest staff. I am dreaming about getting to go back.
Will be at Epcot this Sunday for Father’s Day to start our trip for the week. Excited to eat at Le Cellier. Canada is the only country in Epcot that I haven’t eaten at. Looking forward to completing my dining around the world. Thanks DFB for all you do.
Let us know what you think of it!
I moved from Orlando to NY 2 years ago, I miss my EPCOT!
EPCOT misses you too!
Thank you so much, DFB team! I’m so glad to see you recommending that guests spend time at Mitsukoshi. There are so many cool things to look at, such a variety of. I bought several pairs of those divided-toe socks last time, with an adorable bunny pattern in different beautiful colors. Also, Tiny Train Town - i hope Disney keeps this railroad going forever! I had heard rumors a few years ago that they might remove it to put in a new country.
I hope there is one of these videos for each park. It was super useful.
Trip countdown: 61 days!! 😮😊
congrats!
@@WaltonFarmPoloI leave on Friday and come home next Saturday!!! I'm so excited!!!
@@kdusel1991we also leave on Friday.
Do not skip Remy and Guardians - Frozen Ever After is not worth the stress! Other "must do" rides are Living with the Land and Gran Fiesta Tour for "Disney nostalgia" - but do wish they would update LWTL because there are so many new agri tech advances they could feature! Shopping is EPCOT is definitely unique (sports fans, head to the UK shops!). And Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar was an unexpectedly wonderful find - thanks DFB!!
i just love these detailed, single park overview videos by dfb! thanks and keep them coming. 😃
Thanks for being here!!
@@dfbbreeaalways! love dfbguide. 😄
Really love this channel. Just went to Disney World for the first time in almost 20 years and the recommendations for best food and rides made efficiently enjoying Epcot and Magic Kingdom possible.
So happy you’re here! ❤
My partner is in an online group for Beverly fans. There are 3 people in the group. 😂
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LOL this is amazing
Counting down the days until I get to go to WDW for the second time. First time was when I was a kid (1999) and now going with my husband. Epcot is the park I am most excited about. The only thing I did when I was a kid was “Journey into YOUR Imagination” (which I loved) If I had known there was a freaking ride INSIDE the park icon I would have absolutely gone on it.
Ahh - you’ve GOT to go on Spaceship Earth! It’s iconic!!
Row 1 at Soarin’ is a must
52 days till my second trip to Disney World. I am so excited for this trip. Last time I went with a child, this time I am going with my partner and it is all about Disney as an Adult. I am looking forward to Epcot this time (not as much fun with a small child). We have Monsieur Paul reservations and I am so looking forward to Figment and Living with the Land. 52 days is just too far away.
Oh my goodness, let us know how it is! I’m excited for you!
My wife and I took our first non-kids trip a couple of years ago and LOVED it. We didn't adult too much, though. We just had fun and didn't have to attend to anyone except the two of us. Can't wait to go back.
Have a great time!
Thank you, AJ, for suggesting the lounge at Space 220. I haven’t experienced it yet, but, thanks to stomach surgery, I will never be able to eat a big meal again. Knowing i can have the experience without having to pay for a lot of food I would never make a dent in - that is great news!
We did the Lounge last trip. I loved the experience, and we had just the right amount of food. I do understand your constraint; I don't think you'll have any problem and as you've already been told, you do NOT have to eat it all. But order what you want and enjoy the ambience and the flavors of the foods. And have fun!
OMG my honeymoon is in the right time for the Food and Wine festival!!!! I'm so happy with this news!!!!
Aww congrats!!
Mitsukoshi is awesome..so many unique things
I agree!
I totally agree!
I LOVE IT SO MUCH.
@@dfbbreea it's a wonderland for an anime/manga/video game fan like me lol
Thank you so much, DFB team! Your videos are always upbeat and positive, while telling the truth.
Happy you’re here!
The Mission Space advice also goes for anyone with a heart condition! I went to EPCOT on a field trip and the teacher's husband had a heart murmur, he was NOT OKAY when he got off of Mission Space. We nearly had to have medical personnel step in! I've been avoiding it ever since, since I have the same condition he does 😅
Good that you bring this up. It is not just about "being brave enough." Some people should totally avoid this ride.
Just visited yesterday and rope dropped Remy with only a 20 min wait (even after it took forever to get my backpack scanned at the entrance but no worries). Also the American Funnel cakes are the best funnel cakes in Disney in our opinion!!! Opt for the whipped cream on top!!!
Bit of a hot take here but I think Remy is overrated. I think it would've been far better if Disney put in the beauty and the beast attraction that they opened in Tokyo! And the best funnel cakes in Disney World is at the kiosk near the Indiana Jones show imo!!
Yes a Beauty and the Beast ride would have been amazing at Epcot! The American funnel cake one is my favorite since they always make me a fresh one and I love that!!
@@amysoch4555I also still wish they did the old hunchback show that they used to do at MGM before it became DHS! That show was awesome!
Oh yes I remember that and thought it was incredible!!! Disney is amazing!!!
@@amysoch4555 it sucks that they took it away! I wish Disney would take more risks like that in terms of their animated films. I've heard that wish isn't really their best work
My Disney vacation starts tomorrow 🤗...we will be in epcot on Friday
Hooray!!
I hope you have a great trip! im glad you can see Epcot with no walls
I leave on Friday and come home next Saturday!!
@kdusel1991 wow! Sounds wonderful...enjoy your vacation💯
@@40thross42 thank you!! 😊😊
This is one of my favorite videos you have made! It was so helpful. I would love to see one for Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom as well!!
Wow! Amazing content!
I feel like I'm getting insider information! 😊
I'm going in November. Can't wait to eat all the good eats that are in Epcot.
I'm going on Friday and coming back next Saturday!! November is a good time to go cause that's the beginning of the festival of the holidays!!
Mission space green an issue for me the claustrophobic visitor. Found that if i sat in the middle no problem. But when on the end seat, and the door closed, oh lordy!!!
That itty bitty ride space is NO JOKE.
I can't believe they built it that way! That was my first thought when the cabin closed, I bet people freak out all the time in there!
U should make videos of a full day itinerary for those who dont care about rides (but still include the safari in ak lol)
My main problem with Mission Space was the claustrophobia - yikes! I don't really have any issue with motion sickness, but the extremely tight space on Mission Space made me a little panicky.
Will they ever bring back all the vendors in Morocco? It used to feel like a bustling bazaar. Now it just seems empty and sad. It used to be one of my favorite spots in EPCOT
I hope so! I wish they'd reopen the restaurant there too since its been closed since covid
@@kdusel1991looks like it’s now being used as a DVC lounge. I wish it would return to being a regular restaurant.
I always find myself checking out those beautiful bathrooms AJ points out in her video's.
You can make reservations for Space 220 lounge now! 😉
Lmfao I’ll be going to Epcot today this video came in clutch!
have fun!!
Huzzah!! 🎉
Thanks AJ. You are the best
So wish Disney with go with a user-friendly skip the lines like Express Pass at Universal.
Maybe that'll be one of the changes they implement??.
To be fair, it is significantly cheaper
Why would they? It’s so expensive and more people would complain, if rides go down the lane backs up and there is no saving it
When is Disney going to release the dates of the very merry Christmas party?
I rope dropped remy from staying at pop and got a last minute space 220 lounge reservation from dining alerts and stakeouts app for alerts for places I want to eat at
Thank you for the suggestions for dining alerts!
@@birbluv9595 your welcome
The train set has a Mickey figure that gets hidden in different places. We enjoy going to find it.
Will you have to start off with Horizons since that's the best, then head over to communicore/innoventions and see the latest technology..Sing along with food rocks, take a ride with sharks swimming around you on the living seas, go learn about Norway on the maelstrom. And finish off with the Tapestry of Nations parade (then off to pleasure island!)
They still haven’t took our complaint then. We complained that we had to walk from the entrance to the skyliner and realised it was down because of the weather (even though it was a clear day where we were). So we had to walk all the way back to the entrance. I said that they should put a sign closer to the entrance of international gateway so guests could see it before walking that far to the skyliner. Or at least if you were at Epcot they should send you a notification via MDE that the skyliner was down for the time being.
What in the world happened to Marrakech?! My one time there was SO yummy and so entertaining and the Moroccan IPs always give the best service 😍 so sad it’s gone
I will say this my whole family and I absolutely loved the ratatouille ride
Which park is better epcot or Hollywood studios
For ambience, aesthetic, style, and theming, EPCOT. If you’re someone who’s more into rides and getting on everything you can, whether it’d be thrilling or anything, Hollywood. Personally I prefer EPCOT, although it’s seen better days…
Definitely depends on you but Epcot will always be my favorite place! I'm a 42 year old man, and only drink when I'm at parks. Epcot suits me best.
@@tnwhiskey68 I like both Epcot and DHS, but my favorite park is Animal Kingdom. Imo my least favorite is MK.
Epcot. Especially when the festivals are running
@kdusel1991 yeah I agree magic kindom gets overlooked by the other disneyparks across the globe but rides in epcot DHS and AMK most of them are what make disney world unique
Def Row 9 on guardians! Then you're in the front row for the reverse part!
Aj I would love to see a video of the best ways to use a d thing to get with your snack credits in 2024 please! 😊😋
Beverly is like the smell of Figment/skunk at the Imagination ride. Both is not as bad as people say
Can you please do a video on the dining plan? 🤞
We’ve actually got quite a few dining plan videos up on our channel now! Check out our Dining Plan playlist to see ‘em all featured in one place! 😊
I have been to Epcot several times in the last 5 years and it was always my favorite park, and I never rode any of the rides until my last trip. I was super disappointed in my experience.
Remy's ride was clunky and stopped mid-way several times throughout our ride. There seemed to be a major malfunction. It was so awkward because the clips would keep playing but nothing would happen. The frozen ride was an hour and a half wait and they put way too many people in a seat so it was crammed and the faces on the animatronics are so weird and cheap looking.
I say all of this as an avid Disney fan and Epcot is my favorite park. The "new" rides were so not worth it. It really colored my impression of the whole park.
Mission space made me realize my claustrophobia is WAY WORSE than I thought! I’m so glad i rode it at the very end of the day because I was bawling like a little baby and it ruined the rest of the night. 😭
It’s always concerning when you sit on a ride and they’ve got barf bags right there waiting for you to use…. 🙃
Do you have videos of all the baby care facilities in all parks rated best to worst and photos and videos from inside most of them
That's an odd request...
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1:46 - s’ok I’ll not go.
QUESTION about the cellphone carging ports. (not being on property) i did the MDE search for them and only MK spots showed up. does this change whne you''re actually on property?
Hi! At the moment, Magic Kingdom is the only park that shows on the MDE map the places where you can stop and charge your phone using one of their break area outlets. However, if you’re looking for a FuelRod charger kiosk to purchase/switch out a portable charger, that can be found on the MDE app for EVERY park! Just search “Portable Phone Charging System Kiosks” and ALL the locations property-wide will pop up for ya!
@@dfbbreea i noticed the kiosk one. was hoping for the free plug-ins. 100% grateful that ya'll mention them in the vids.
I’m going next year in November 24 28❤Amy price 😅
You said they allow kids at the bar at Space 220? The bar and the lounge are two different things. Last time we were there, in line for the bar, they were turning away families with kids, and enforcing 21+ for bar seating. When did this change?
We confirmed just a few months ago that kids could sit at the bar, we're going to send one of our reporters to check it out this week to see if things have changed
Just checked at Space 220 & kids can sit at the bar BUT they must be able to sit on their own so it’s not really recommended for younger kids. The CM we spoke with said the barstools are very tall
My number one priority is to ride guardians. If I can’t ride it, the trip would be a bust for me.
Guardians is imo one of the best rides that Disney's ever built and one of the few good things to come out of Cheapek's tenure as CEO
If you had a choice to do Round up BBQ or Ohanna which would you choose?
Oooh… that’s like picking between apples and oranges! It really depends on who you’re traveling with and what your preferences are. Personally, I would gravitate toward Ohana (but that’s because I live in an area where BBQ is a pretty big deal). However, I think all the BRIGHT colors and Toy Story theming at Round Up Rodeo might be more appealing for kiddos!
Then again, if you’re wanting to see CHARACTERS, you won’t find any at Roundup. You’ll have to book a character breakfast for Ohana instead.
Ohhhhhh decisions, decisions….
@@dfbbreea just adults. Thank you 😊
I’m coming mid August. Am I right in thinking Disney might be quieter with the schools going back by then?
Typically, yes! Just be on the lookout for Food and Wine Fest - which will start up this year on August 29th. That’ll probably bring in a larger crowd of folks than we’re used to seeing in August.
@@dfbbreea Good to know! Thank you.
Typically yes, but it is also very hot in Florida that time of year.
@@peggyknecht5551 Thank you
If you're a DVC Member who bought direct, you ABSOLUTELY know where those Imagination pavilion washrooms are because the lounge doesn't have any dedicated washrooms of its own!
Kids should not be allowed to sit at the bar since they don't drink booze
@@MrMaxRebos thank you for your comment (that has NOTHING to do with mine...)
@robertkahro4565 you are very well. Anytime friend!
@@MrMaxRebos your grammar is as questionable as your "facts".
Mission SPACE (orange level) is a great ride. I don't accept any other view.
You were made to be an astronaut 👨🚀
@@dfbbreea it's fun but now that I'm older I consider it a skip.
Are the chocolate covered pineapples back at Karamell-Küche?????
If my Eiffel Tower ain’t crooked I don’t want it😂
😂😂😂
Crooked Eiffel Tower is best Eiffel Tower! 😂😂
Cheyanne Locks
15:39 That poor yellow surgeon is not doing well, that's not it's natural color and the fins shouldn't be like that, I'm glad that the personel in EPCOT are very responsible, I'm sure they are already taking care of the little sick guy.
I would never go to EPCOT without doing Living with the Land. I had a ratatouille galatte for breakfast at the Creperie in the French Pavilion in the world showcase. It was so good! I was there during the festival of the holidays, and had the best time! I tried Beverly the first time I visited EPCOT in 2004. Worst mistake i ever made! To me, it tasted like immodium and earwax. It was so bad!
I say Beverly tastes like earwax ALL THE TIME. It’s just TOO bitter for me!
Mission Space orange is the only thing that has ever made me motion sick. So even if you aren’t prone motion sickness beware! Guardians of the Galaxy does not effect me all. Just Mission Space. 🤢
My hubby never gets motion sickness either and Mission: SPACE is the ONLY exception. 🙃
Ride guardians of the galaxy cosmic rewind 25 times!
And get “I Ran” or “September” every time!
Barf Boulevard
"Barf alley. It's a thing."
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I'm prone to calling it the Puke Pavilion! 😂
Yes do skip Starbucks
Avoid Epcot at all costs on busy days. If the parking lot is to the back, LEAVE! RUN! LOL. Thank got I'm an annual pass holder! A missed day is meaningless to me. Saturday, September 7th 2024 was INSANE! Packed for no reason I could figure! Wine and Food fest? Not really, I was there several days, even Labor day weekend. There was 100%+ more peeps in the park. Arm to arm, back to back fighting to get in food lines! Makes zero sense! People are literally INSANE thinking a packed park is FUN! It is torture. Wish they'd raise annual pass to $1600 for everyone! Especially Florida Residence! Epcot should have been an older mature kid/adult park. It use to be so so much nicer. NOw? It's just another theme park with rides breaking down and new rides that no one can get on due to crowds. I'm going to Universal Annual passes next year. Disney jumped the shark!
Don't pick on poor Beverly
She did this to herself! 😂😂
I'm trying it next week and I'll finally have an opinion!
@@tnwhiskey68 good luck! You're gonna need it 😂😂
@@dfbbreea she knows what she did! She must be shunned! 😂😂😂
I tried it last year and actually liked it. Probably in the minority
Third
Ah, I see you as fourth. Close though!
Wassup 3rd comment
I see you as the fifth. Or as the fifth comment, are you saying what's up to the third comment? Lol
My bad that’s what I saw when I first saw the video
First
My prediction before viewing the video: 5 of the things on the list should be avoided. 10 things should always be done. The rest are good but not necessary.
Well after watching the video I was a tad bit optimistic. For me, 10 and 1/2 of the recommendations were correct and must dos. 6 and 1/2 were so-so in their accuracy. But a whopping 9 of the suggested must dos where wrong and probably be considered mist don'ts,
Worse park ever waste of money
Gaurdians is the BEST ride but Epcot is by far the worst park.
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