Hello,
I've just returned from Orlando, FL. I went to Epcot 4/7/2007 and it was crowded. On Soarin ( I think it is the preferred attraction) the waiting times was about 180 minutes. We gave up.There wasn`t anymore FastPasses tickets, so if you want to go there you need to arrive at the Park Gates early before they are open. On Mission we went just in (not so emotion) green team. The other one was about 140 minutes waiting in line.

I went to the other attractions without any problem. If you can plan ahead your vacations, I think is better to go there in other months. I went to other parks in Orlando area last year in November and everything was awesome! No lines. We could enjoy all attractions any times we wanted.

I went to other parks (Sea World, Busch Gardens, All Universal, MGM). All of them was too crowded.I won't go to Orlando in then end of March or April anymore. If a friend of mine asked me an opinion I would say: Don't Go!!!


Thanks
Joao
Brasil

Just returned from Orlando and we were surprised at the short lines or wait( 20-30 minutesat most) for rides. We walked right on Soarin' which was great and fast passed everything else. Rode Test Track twice, Mission Space twice, and we loved Turtle Talk with Crush after Nemo. Honey I Shrunk the Audience is always good for a laugh! We did not spend anytime in World showcase preferring Future World.

I was not impressed. Long lines, high prices, and surprisingly little to see. In a nutshell, an ersatz world's fare, with less educational value (sum and substance of the Norway exhibit: "the spirit of Norway is in its people.") If you want to learn about the rest of the world, go to a good museum, or better yet, travel abroad.

The nations represented are largely western European. No representation of any countries that might risk giving rise rise to controversy, or offending Disney's audience. Some Middle Eastern exhibits would have been welcome, as would greater African representation. India also deserves representation, as the world's second most populace nation and a rising economic power.

I realize that Disney sees and presents the world through rose-colored glasses, but I think it could also do a service by touching on the difficult subjects of our time. Case in point: climate change. Despite all the exhibits dealing with the environment, the subject never came up.

The world is an interesting and rather daunting place, but you would never know that by going to Epcot.

Beautiful setting any time of year. Epcot is not only educational but truely fun and lovely to walk around any season. I am a mom of a toddler - and my daughter enjoys Epcot just as much as I do. The character greetings are never a long wait , as other parks are. The shopes are authentic in design and products are imported from their native lands. If you dont know Epcot- They have a Section of the Worlds countries- such as Canada, Mexico, Norway( Norway has a wonderfully tasty authentic Norwegian restaurant- that is a Princess story book Character meet and greet. Where the Princesses come to the table as you and your child eat on really great food. It is =diffrent- in taste than American palate- so be prepared. .. Dress your child up in princess attire, they take photos with a princess- $approx $35 a photo package. I never miss this feast.) Japan has a really fun shopping area, filled with all kinds of teas, toys . Its really great.
Mexico , well, I am a true lover of Mexican food.. the restaurant in side here isnt so good. Its not bad- just not good. There is also a great ride in here- for all ages( they are redoing this ride- to gear it toward the little ones). Its a boat ride- relaxing and calm.
They have stands selling all kinds of foods and beverages. I liked the Italian Gelato stand.. very good Gelato. In France- there is a crepe stand... Terrible( and I love crepes) . In Germany , there is a wonderful Pretzel stand.. SOOOOOOOOO good.
Taste one. Germany has a nice Hummel shoppe. You can even have a hummel signed from an actual artist. I did! The Wines in Germany are Great!!!! The best!!! We tried alot here at Epcot, we were here for a food and wine Festival 2x over the last 2 yrs.
So we know our wines .. hA!!!. I am not a drinker at all..
But we tasted - and Germany won in our minds. There is alot to do and see here at World showcase- . crafts for the kids to do also.. free of charge ( well included in admission of course).
Nemo - Ride, is cute- My toddler loves it. The Land is a food area which you should avoid at all cost. We had to return our hard bread- unedible. OHHHHH..
There is an awesome Coca cola fountain tasting center FREEEEEEEE!!! OH my its from around the world drinks.. you can taste as you wish.. Great on a hot day.
I love walking around the lake and taking in the decorations and beauty they recreated of all the lands and such. Lovely rose garden too... I also return at least 2 times during a 4 day stay at Orlando's Disney World. I am a fan of Epcot- the food is where its at in Disney.. and the shoppes are great. Have fun!
Save money for this trip - youll want it all.