Epcot had come a long way. It has been altered more than any other park. Hollywood Studios added Star Wars and Toy Story. Animal Kingdom added Pandora. Epcot has been completely reimagined. The construction has taken forever, and has been impacted by Covid-19. Epcot has added more thrill rides and has some of my favorites. But the feel of Epcot is joyous. It is festive and fun.

There was a time where we would spend a half a day at Epcot. Or even skip it altogether. Not anymore. Soarin and Test Track are a must. New editions Remy’s Ratatoullie and Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind will entice visitors for years to come. But the rides are just half the story. Maybe not even half. World Showcase with unique snacks, desserts, food and drink is a never ending festival.

Wandering through World Showcase, tasting and sampling, is an adventure to experience time and again. Even our kids enjoy it. They enjoy the relaxing change of pace. They love snacking on pastries, gelato, cookies and chocolates. They ask when we are going to Epcot so they can eat while we “drink beers”. The scenery is breathtaking. The flower beds are gorgeus. What brings vacationers back to Disney World year after year is the feeling of joy inside the park. Each park has a unique feel. Epcot has a feel of serenity, beauty and extravagance.

Don’t overlook Epcot. With the new redesign and rides, there is even more to do.