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4. Take In A Movie Yes, even in Disney World there is a place where you can catch all the latest hit blockbuster releases. This place is AMC Disney Springs 24, and it happens to be one of the largest theater complexes in all of Florida. And a movie watching experience here goes far beyond the usual film and popcorn ...

Disney Springs has undergone many changes over the years. This includes, of course, the very transformative name change from its previous “Downtown Disney” to its current “Disney Springs,” back in 2015 (along with other previous name changes throughout its enduring history). And while many of the same well-loved classic venues and interactive experiences can still be found here, there’s no ...

5. Volcano Roll in Japan If you love sushi then the Japan Pavilion may very well be the place you’ve longed for. You’ll find sushi and other great offerings featured at both famed table service restaurants as well as at various quick service locations. But for the ultimate eruption of flavor, you just can’t miss out on the Volcano Roll. ...

3. Arancini in Italy Epcot’s Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria, located within the Italy Pavilion, is the ultimate go-to place for authentic pizza and other traditional Italian fixings. Here you’ll find all those well-loved pizza pies in an array of formats, flavors, and styles, dished up in a relaxed and charming atmosphere that diners of all ages can appreciate. Yet ...

11. Germany’s Bratwurst and Frankfurters While bountiful buffet-seekers thoroughly enjoy the year-round Oktoberfest scene prevalent at the Germany Pavilion’s Biergarten Restaurant, there are other options for tucking into smaller yet delicious traditional fare as well. One such quick service hub that boasts the basic German classics is Sommerfest. Sommerfest specializes in both authentic Frankfurters as well as German Bratwurst, with ...

8. China’s Five-Spiced Fish For larger, more substantial plated entrée selections within Epcot’s China Pavilion there are numerous quick service options at Lotus Blossom Café as well as hearty menu features at Nine Dragons Restaurant. The latter delivers an authentic table service Chinese experience sporting lavish décor of wood and glass workings as well as a host of abundant Chinese ...

It’s often said that one of the most immersive cultural experiences to take in while traveling the world is getting a taste of the local and regional cuisine offerings prevalent in that area. And in Epcot’s own World Showcase, where 11 different nations from around the globe are just steps away from each other, the quest of bold adventurers to ...

2. The charming history behind the Prince Charming Regal Carrousel When considering how Walt Disney’s inspiration for his first theme park was sparked while watching his daughters on a merry-go-round, it seems pretty mainstay to imply that having a carousel at Walt Disney World Resort would be an essential traditional feature. And the one now standing at Magic Kingdom Park ...

4. Some pretty “Goofy” rollercoaster background facts The Great Goofini’s Barnstormer is a well-loved kiddie coaster that packs just the right amount of dips, dashes, and thrills for smaller guests who may be getting their first taste of rollercoaster excitement. While the ride’s duration is only about a minute, the goofy history behind this Goofy-themed ride is pretty interesting. Before ...

13. Oswald Is Here, Too! Before there was Mickey Mouse there was Oswald the Lucky Rabbit—an earlier character creation that was unfortunately lost to Walt Disney early on in his career. It was this loss, however, that eventually led to the inspiration for Mickey Mouse. Yet back in 2006, the Disney Company regained the rights to Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, ...