Chapter 10
EPCOT continued!
So after our strange lunch at Le Cellier, we thought wed go for an explore of the World Showcase. I was really looking forward to seeing the World Showcase. Because I love traveling, and I love hearing about other countries and cultures. So, off we went!!
We started at Canada of course, since thats where wed just eaten. In the United Kingdom, we stumbled across Tigger, and I jumped in for a photo with him. Tigger was a bit odd, actually. When we found him, he was sitting with a lady and colouring in a Piglet mask. I asked nicely if I could have a photo with him, and he nodded. So I waited. Then I waited some more. It seemed he really wanted to finish that mask. So I waited some more.
Eventually he finished his mask, and hopped in a photo with me. And the mask. Except he kept walking away and going back to the table and to the other lady (who I think he knew), before DF could take a photo. I got the feeling I was in the way! Maybe he was just being Tigger, but it seemed more like he wanted to get it on with the colouring-in lady. Weird. Finally, we took the photo, with the mask in his hand. Bah! Here it is -
We had a little look around the United Kingdom area, which seemed to feature The Beatles a lot. I kind of got the feeling throughout the whole of the World Showcase that the creators said to each other, Whats the first thing that pops into your head about the UK? The Beatles! or Whats the first thing that pops into your head about France? Bakeries! Hee. I worry that if there was ever an Australian section in the World Showcase, thered be lots of photos of Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter, and people would think thats what all Australians are like. Heeee. But lets not go there.
Anyway, I didnt really love the World Showcase that day. It was very hot and we were very tired, which didnt help, but I just wasnt very inspired to look in any of the shops! Am I very bad!? Its sad though, because I really was looking forward to it. It just wasnt what I imagined! Next time though, Id like to check it out a bit more. Id like to try some of the specialty (alcoholic!) drinks, and a funnel cake too!!
So we made it around to Germany, and then gave up. It was just too hot! Or, in the words of DF, "This is a bit boring. I need a rest!" So we caught a boat across the water and decided to head back to Pop for an afternoon break. Wow, that Pop bus stop is a long way away at EPCOT!!
Back at Pop, I bought some cheese popcorn, we filled up our mugs with frozen coke, and had a lovely relax in our room! I LOVE cheese popcorn, and its a very rare thing to find here in Australia. I was in cheese popcorn heaven at Disney World!! Yum!!
Guess what else happened while we ate cheese popcorn and drank our frozen cokes? I got the best foot massage ever from DF! I dont know what inspired him, because usually I beg and beg for massages and get a tiny 30 second one, but I got a 30 minute foot massage that afternoon! Fantaaaaastic!! Id actually been having problems with the arch of my left foot since we were in San Francisco, and that massage fixed it right up! Hes the best fiancé ever!!
At about 6 oclock, we felt rested and ready to head back to EPCOT for the evening. We planned to have a few rides, then dinner, then IllumiNations. Yahoo!
When we arrived back at EPCOT, the first thing we did was ride Spaceship Earth. I really had no idea what to expect, but we both really enjoyed it! It was slow and relaxing and pretty cool, really!
Now, I dont know if it was the foot massage, or the relaxing Spaceship Earth ride, but guess what we did next. Yep Mission Space. Yes, WE did it! Both of us! AUGH!! DF finally convinced me to give it a go hed been saying all day that it wasnt half as bad as I was imagining it was, and that we were at Disney World, so I should just be brave and give it a go! So
I did!! Wah!!
There were hardly any lines at all, so when it came time to decide whether Id do the spinning or the non-spinning version, I had about 4 seconds to decide. I was leaning toward the non-spinning, when DF grabbed my hand and said, Youll be fine! Come with me on the spinning ride! So
I did! AUGH! I dont know if it was me being a supportive partner, or if it was me just being a fool to agree!
DF and I were put into a little spaceship pod thing with two guys, who were quite nice really. I was on the end, which was probably the worst place to be, since I was squashed up against the door. As soon as I was locked in with the handle things over me, and the door closed next to me, I freaked out. I didnt scream, and I didnt cry, but I sat there, as stiff as a doorknob! I think the only thing I said was to DF I dont think I like this!
and the ride hadnt even begun yet!!
Anyway, to cut a long story short, I really didnt like it! I felt enclosed and out of control, and the spinning hurt my face! Lieutenant Dan was telling me to press my button, but I couldnt! I just sat there and stared straight ahead without blinking, since they tell you not to close your eyes because it makes the spinning sensation worse! AUGH!!
Eventually it ended, and I thanked the heavens I was still alive. Phew! It was over! Yayyyyyy! As soon as we hopped off, DF said, See?! That wasnt so bad, was it?! So I punched him. I gave him a big, hard punch in the stomach just to set him straight.
Heee. No, I didnt really punch him, but I wanted to! Because Mission Space IS as bad as it sounds, and girls, dont let anyone tell you otherwise!
I didnt feel queasy or sick afterwards though I mostly felt relieved that Id done it and came out alive, and without spewing all over myself. Weeee!
It wasnt fun though, and I certainly wont do it again!
And guess what else? When we exited Mission Space, the heavens Id just thanked decided to open up, and it POURED rain. Now, it had rained on and off during our week, but I dont think Ive ever seen rain like this before! This was real Florida rain! No wonder the grass is so green! Wow! Remember, it hardly rains at all here in Australia anymore, so rain is exciting to us. Hee!
Everybody else hid inside the Mission Space gift shop area, but DF and I whipped out our trusty ponchos, and ran through the rain to the World Showcase! Weee! The park was basically empty, and it was such fun! Well, it was fun until we realised people were staring at us from doorways with looks on confusion on their faces, and our legs were absolutely drenched. Heee! So we decided to slow down a little, and head on into the Mexico pavilion.
I liked the little marketplace in Mexico that was cute! And we rode The River of Time, which Im sure was fun, but actually, I cant remember anything about. Sorry!
Next up was a ride on Maelstrom! Id heard lots of talk about this on the DIS boards, so I was keen to check it out and it was fun! We both loved it! Heres me in my gorgeous poncho out the front of Maelstrom
I look ridiculous!!
The rain was starting to ease after that, and our excitement started to die down. We realised we were starving, and we were in the American area, so we popped into Liberty Inn. We had cheeseburgers and hot dogs which were okay for cheeseburgers and hot dogs! I wont post photos, cause Im sure you all know what they look like
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We only had about 10 minutes to wait after dinner until IllumiNations started, and there were viewing spaces everywhere! Yay! I guess the rain scared a lot of people off. We stood right outside the America area and had a great view of IllumiNations, which was lovely! I didnt enjoy it as much as Wishes, but we both thought it was very pretty!
After IllumiNations, we trudged out of the park with everybody else, and headed towards the buses. On our way out, I took this photo...
We ended up waiting at the Pop bus stop line for quite a while about 30 minutes all up. There just doesnt seem to be as many Pop buses as others!
But eventually, we got there, after nearly falling asleep standing up on the dark Pop bus. Dont you love it when they turn those fluorescent bus lights back on after it being pitch black for 20 minutes!? WAH! My eyes, my eyes!!
It had been a big, fun day at EPCOT! It was about 10 oclock once we got home, and we flopped on our bed(s), watched a bit of tellie, and fell fast asleep! I never knew how exhausting playing at Disney could be!! I love it!
Up next
Tackling the crowds at Animal Kingdom!!
Airfairs are going to be a big spender. Approx how much did you spend on the Disney portion of your trip. I know I am planing early but I get obsesed with things like this and plan everything down to the smallest degree. Plus it's disney and what is there not to be excited about.
Otherwise just book on the phone or online with Disney directly, MY TA from 
The crowds just melt away and you can get so much more done! 
