Orlando Day 2: Epcot

Growing up in the shadow of Disneyland, I was well versed in the Magic Kingdom (and was a little obsessed for some time).  So the Disney theme park I wanted to see the most in Orlando was the one least like what we have in Anaheim:   Epcot.  I’d always heard about it, and couldn’t wait to see it in person.   Disney + world travel = happy Kellee. 

At long last!

It was so interesting to see their take on places I’ve been or would like to visit, and when they strayed from authenticity it was only to make it better.  I wasn’t hassled in the markets of Morocco, I drank the tap water in Mexico, and there were no pigeons in Venice. Plus, no jet lag! 

Relaxing for a moment in Morocco.

 Naturally, Germany was one of my favorites. 

I loved watching the clock tower while eating chocolate...

For a girl whose last name means "king" in German, tiara shopping just felt so...right.

When it came time for eating, with all those choices I actually opted for a giant Turkey leg from the colonial America section.  Unique to me and quite filling. 

I’d expected a few more rides, but what I went on I enjoyed (like the ride inside Spaceship Earth).  The a cappella singers in the America’s showcase were also a highlight.  Aubree was kind enough to indulge my need to explore everything, including a ride on the Monorail so we could ride through the hotel, just as I’d seen on TV as a kid. Incidentally, as a kid I’d time how long we’d wait in lines for rides at Disneyland.  Now I just measure how long we walk in a day; in this case:  over 7 miles.