Help me see Illuminations

[kccmommy]

OK, I have been trying to follow all the instructions my DISfriends give me. I booked O'hanna and hour before wishes and will ask for a window seat.
I got the Fantasmic package.
Unfortunately, I decided the Illuminations cruise was going to be too much, and didn't book it. Today I watched the WDW show on the travel channel and I am kicking myself when I saw the part about Illuminations. I guess I thought it would be some fireworks, probably cool but I didn't expect them to be that incredible. Of course now I am 75 days pretrip and it's too late.
Now tell me the next best thing
Where shall I go, what time?
Thank you, I'll try to follow this advice better.

 

[zurgswife]

The only suggestion I have is keep calling, just incase there is a cancelation...if nothing becomes available. While you are there keep checking. People due cancel..(why is beyond me.. )

 

[Simba's Mom]

The upper landing in front of the Japanese resturaunt is a cool place to see Illuminations. A few people have been fortunate enough to get a patio table at Rose and Crown to see Illuminations, but I've never been so fortunate. That Illuminations Cruise is awesome! Remember, there's a thread here for people looking to share Illuminations Cruises. Perhaps you could post on that thread.

 

[kandmwedding]

You can see Illuminations from anywhere around the World Showcase. My personal favorite spot is on a bench in China. I usually get some food and grab a seat about 45 minutes before show time. If you're deadset on the cruise keep calling, maybe something will open up. But, from what I've heard, the viewing isn't a whole lot better on the boat as compared to on land.

 

[WDSearcher]

There's no reason to have book anything special to see IllumiNations -- you can view it from anywhere around World Showcase at Epcot. Just pick a spot where you have a clear view of the lagoon and where the wind is at your back. Then ... enjoy!

 

[kirbsam]

All good suggestions so far. The only thing I would add is avoid being under a tree.

 

[debbiedoo]

We like to view Illuminations by the bridge area between UK and France. There is a walkdown area that is really cool. I think that has been the best spot after many viewings of the show.