Pre-Trip Report: Tuesday, September 2nd

Happy Tuesday, readers!  And the first day of July...this summer is just whizzing by!

And you know the other cool thing?!  Starting today, I get to say - "I am going to Disney next month!" (OK, yes, I know LATE next month but it's the little things, right?!)

The next day of the trip will take me to Epcot ~ I just love this park - - both because of the attractions (like Soarin and Test Track) and also the World Showcase.  As with my Magic Kingdom day, the crowds on this day are predicted to be pretty low, so I am hoping I can get in multiple rides on some of my favorite attractions!

I plan to get to the park when it opens, so I can have plenty of touring time before lunch.  Since the World Showcase doesn't open until 11AM, I will get in plenty of rides on Soarin, Test Track, Mission Space and Living with the Land. I may even hit up the Character Spot and get some pictures with Mickey, Minnie and the gang!

I'll plan on being in the World Showcase when it opens at 11AM, so I can do a leisurely walk around the lake before lunch.  I plan on picking up a Times Guide at the start of the day, so I can catch some of the fun performances and special events at the different countries in the World Showcase.

One of the things I am looking forward to with touring solo is the ability to stay in the shops and countries as long as I want.  Some people like to rush through this part of Epcot but there are so many cool things to see and do.  It'll be nice to wander and see what I like, at my own pace.

After a relaxing morning and early afternoon, I will head over to Les Chefs de France in the France area of World Showcase.  This is another one of the restaurants I have never tried and am excited to eat there for the first time.  The menu sounds very good and I can't wait to be there!

(pictures courtesy of DisneyWorld.com)

After lunch, I will wind my way around the last 1/3rd of World Showcase, stopping in the UK and Canadian sections before making my way out of Epcot.  As I've mentioned before, September tends to be HOT and my plan at this point is to tour in the mornings, and then head back to the resort in the afternoon for some pool and relaxation time.

Epcot's nightly fireworks show, Illuminations, is a favorite of mine.  If I am feeling up to it this night, I will head back into the park later in the evening to catch the show.   I am still getting the knack of fireworks pictures, but I think these turned out pretty cool!

What are your favorite things about Epcot?

Have a magical day!