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POSTED Tue, 06/16/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Details Released for ‘Frozen Ever After’ Attraction Planned for Epcot’s Norway Pavilion

The opening of the new Frozen-themed attraction in Epcot's Norway pavilion won't happen until next year, but Disney has recently released new details about the attraction which will be housed in the former location of Maelstrom. The popular flume attraction closed last year after 25 years of taking guests back, back over the falls.

POSTED Fri, 01/16/2015 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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New ‘Frozen’-themed Expansion Headed to Epcot’s Norway Pavilion

There is no stopping Frozen. The animated juggernaut that is essentially taking over all things Disney is getting a 13,000 square foot building expansion in Epcot's World Showcase between Mexico and Norway. The project is reportedly named the 'Epcot Frozen Meet and Greet.'

POSTED Mon, 09/22/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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The Studio Backlot Tour at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Closing Permanently on September 27

More changes are coming to another long-time attraction at the Walt Disney World Resort.

This time the change is happening at Disney's Hollywood Studios as the Studio Backlot Tour is closing for good on September 27.

Rumors were starting to swirl in recent weeks about the possible closing of the attraction, but Disney confirmed the news last week saying only that the Backlot Tour is closing to make way for new development.

POSTED Sat, 09/13/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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‘Frozen’ Attraction Set to Replace Maelstrom in Epcot’s Norway Pavilion

After several months of rumors and speculation, the news is official: a Frozen attraction is being built to replace Maelstrom in Epcot's Norway Pavilion.

Disney Parks made the official announcement this afternoon. Construction is underway on the new Frozen attraction that will takes guests to Arendelle where they'll be surrounded by the music from the film.

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POSTED Thu, 09/03/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Disney History: Epcot World Showcase Then & Now

One of the areas in Walt Disney World that has remained the most constant since its opening is Future World in Epcot. Of course after 33 years, small changes are evident everywhere, but the broad, sweeping changes that we have observed at other parks have not happened in World Showcase.

POSTED Mon, 07/13/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Top 10 "Coolest" Attractions at the Walt Disney World Resort

As the temperatures continue to soar during the Coolest Summer Ever at the Walt Disney World Resort it seemed like a good time to talk about the "coolest attractions" in the theme parks. And we're not talking about 'Oh man, Space Mountain is so cool!' but rather we're talking about the attractions that are "cool" and where you won't melt into a puddle on the sidewalk.

POSTED Mon, 04/07/2014 - 05:46 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Top 10 Tips for Making the Most Out of a Visit to Epcot

Everyone tours the Walt Disney World theme parks in their own way. Some people swear by rope drop, while others prefer to arrive later and avoid the early morning crowds. And everyone has their "must do" and "must see" rides and attractions at each park.

Today we're going to share our top tips for Epcot. We'll be talking about FastPasses, dining, characters, and special events you might want to consider when making travel plans to Epcot.

POSTED Mon, 01/20/2014 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Five Things You Don’t Want to Miss When Visiting Epcot

We all have our favorite things to see, eat, and drink at each of the theme parks at the Walt Disney World Resort. We consider these our "must do" attractions or dining destinations and we can't miss them or our trip won't be complete.

And so today, we're going to explore five "can't miss" things at Epcot.

POSTED Sun, 11/03/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Ride a Viking Ship and Snack on Schoolbread in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot The Norway Pavilion

Ride a Viking Ship and Snack on Schoolbread in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot. The Norway Pavilion takes guests into the heart of Scandanavia as they enter a town square that was designed to resemble the cities of Oslo, Bergen, Alesund, and Setesdahl.

POSTED Tue, 07/16/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Celebrating 25 Years of Peril and Adventure on Epcot’s Maelstrom

Tucked in the back of the Norway Pavilion is one of the best - and perhaps most underrated - attractions at Epcot. Of course, we're talking about Maelstrom, the high seas flume ride that takes guests through the history of the Land of the Midnight Sun.

POSTED Thu, 06/06/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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What To Do on a “No Kids” Day at Epcot

On the few occasions when my husband and I have visited the Magic Kingdom without the kids we always feel a little guilty. But, when we're at Epcot without the kids there is less guilt and a little more "Hey! We're having a grown up day!" That means no waiting in line to meet the characters, no whining about sore feet, and most importantly we can visit attractions WE want to see.

POSTED Tue, 04/02/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Sail Away at Walt Disney World - The Top 10 Boat Rides

Sometimes, in the midst of the hustle and bustle at Walt Disney World you just want to sit down, relax and take a boat ride, right? And that's why we're compiling a list of the top 10 boat rides at Walt Disney World. Put on your life vest and keep your hands and arms inside the boat at all times. Here we go!

POSTED Thu, 06/28/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Epcot's Maelstrom Embraces the Spirit of Norway

NOTE: This attraction was closed in 2015 to make way for a new Frozen Adventure.

POSTED Thu, 03/03/2011 - 13:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Three most underrated attractions at Epcot

When you think of Epcot, what do you think of? Soarin'? Test Track? World Showcase? Million: Space? Spaceship Earth? All popular attractions. But what about underrated attractions? We've compiled our top three.