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Disney Just Made It WAY Easier to Plan Your Visit to the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays

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Yes, yes, I know that it seems a little early, but it’s time to start thinking about the holidays!

Barn Santa

The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays returns this year on November 28th, and we are PUMPED. We go to every festival on opening day here at DFB to review all (yes, I mean ALL) the food booths, check out the entertainment, and share with you the best strategies for conquering your visit. So when Disney revealed the holiday storyteller schedule early, you know we just had to let you know!

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These EPCOT France Pavilion Hacks Are Getting Out of Control

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I love the France Pavilion in EPCOT as much as anyone else, but sometimes, people can make it a little…unpleasant.

Chefs de France

France is arguably the most popular pavilion in the World Showcase with some of the best food, a very busy ride, and just some lovely vibes overall. But it can get crowded and a little bit hectic throughout the day, especially due to some “hacks” that fans have learned over the years. And I’m here to say…some of these are getting out of control!

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7 Absurd World Showcase Souvenirs Arrive at EPCOT

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EPCOT’s World Showcase is famous for whisking you around the globe without ever leaving Orlando. You’ll never know what you’ll find here!

World Showcase at EPCOT

One minute you’re sipping sake in Japan, the next you’re munching pretzels in Germany. But beyond the food and architecture, the real hidden gems are tucked inside the shops. From quirky snacks to over-the-top collectibles, you never know what you’ll stumble across. Some souvenirs are practical, some are ridiculous, and some make you wonder if you should have left extra space in your suitcase. Let’s take a look at the most absurd items currently waiting for you in World Showcase.

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16 EPCOT World Showcase Projects Sidelined by Disney Imagineers

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Arguably, EPCOT has more “what ifs?” than any other Walt Disney World theme park…

EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion

I’ve been visiting Walt Disney World for over 30 years, and during that time, I’ve developed conflicted feelings about World Showcase. On one hand, I love strolling the back half of EPCOT, exploring all the nooks and crannies of each country, and enjoying their food and drink offerings. However, the area also makes me wistful when considering how stagnant it’s been over its history. Since EPCOT opened in 1982, only two countries have been added to World Showcase – the most recent being Norway almost 40 years ago – and this century has seen one new attraction plus two refurbishment transformations in the last 25 years. That’s not say Imagineers haven’t tried, however, as countless new pavilions, attractions, and rides have been proposed over the years, only to go unbuilt. These are just some of those canceled projects.

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REVIEW: Come to This EPCOT Restaurant For The Food, But Stay For The Live Entertainment!

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Strolling EPCOT’s World Showcase can give you the sense that you’re visiting another country between the smells, the decor, the shops, and the attractions, but this popular Disney World restaurant takes that notion one step further. If you’ve ever truly wanted to immerse yourself in another culture through food, festivities, and music, there’s one specific restaurant you CAN’T afford to miss on your next visit.

Biergarten

We recently stopped by Biergarten at EPCOT to scope out one of the liveliest meals you’ll find at Disney World, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. Is it worth a stop on your next trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth? Find out here!

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Why Isn’t EVERYONE Following This New EPCOT World Showcase Rule?

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EPCOT is one of the most beautiful parks in Disney World, but there’s one rule that way too many guests still ignore.

Spaceship Earth

If you’ve ever wandered through World Showcase on a Saturday night, you probably already know what we’re about to say. The evenings can get absolutely packed, especially right now during the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. That’s why Disney pros swear by this rule that can save you from an overcrowded, less-than-magical evening — and trust us, once you know it, you’ll never want to ignore it again.

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REVIEW: This Hidden EPCOT Snack Never Lets Us Down

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There’s one snack that we believe is SEVERELY underrated in EPCOT.

Caramel Butter Bar

We’ve quite literally tried HUNDREDS of snacks in this park over the years, and yet, we keep coming back to one of our favorite spots — Karamell-Kuche in the Germany Pavilion. This store is home to treats made from delicious Werther’s Caramel, and while you may reach for the caramels themselves, the caramel corn, or the caramel apples, we’re here to tell you the Caramel Butter Bar is where it’s AT.

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These EPCOT International Gateway Hacks Are Getting Out of Control

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In recent years, the EPCOT International Gateway entrance has experienced a surge in usage, thanks to the introduction of the Skyliner, which has led many to discover and take advantage of this secondary entrance located near the World Showcase’s France Pavilion.

International Gateway Friendship Boat

I’ve been visiting EPCOT for 30 years, and for the vast majority of that time, the International Gateway between the France and United Kingdom pavilions in World Showcase has been available to EPCOT guests. First opened in the early 1990s, the secondary entrance was initially meant for guests staying in the EPCOT Resort Area (Yacht & Beach Clubs, Swan & Dolphin, and later the Boardwalk) as well as the then MGM-Studios theme park, each of which is linked to the Gateway via walking paths and Friendship boats. As mentioned above, use of the entrance increased drastically with the opening of the Skyliner gondola system in 2019.

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Disney Fans Are Suddenly Overrunning the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT

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Something stinkin’ adorable and SO MUCH FUN has arrived in the Japan Pavilion.

Okay, we love him

EPCOT’s Japan is filled with yummy cuisine and beautiful scenery, but above all else, it’s known for its incredible merchandise. The Mitsukoshi Department Store gift shop here is the only place you’ll find items themed to Pokémon or based on Nintendo games and characters, and it’s also a great spot to shop for some truly unique snacks. But now, one of the best souvenir options in the Japan Pavilion is actually located outside the gift shop.

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One Disney World Restaurant Is Making a Major, Unexpected Change

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Something is missing at EPCOT!

Spaceship Earth

We’ve been going to EPCOT a lot for the Food and Wine Festival, and we noticed something was missing during our tour around World Showcase. We’re here to share all the details with you!

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