Walt Disney’s Enhanced Welcome Experience EPCOT has taken a significant step in enhancing the guest experience by incorporating Walt Disney’s voice to greet visitors as they enter the park. This heartfelt addition connects guests to Walt’s legacy in a unique way, creating an emotional bond that resonates throughout the entire park. The welcome message emphasizes Walt’s enduring belief in imagination ...

A Walt Disney World Resort guest has come forward after suffering an injury while escaping a sinking Living with the Land ride vehicle, one of several alarming incidents that have taken place on the EPCOT ride over the last month. Three separate boats have either sunk or tipped since October 31, prompting emergency evacuations and compensation for some affected riders. ...

There’s a certain rhythm to the holidays at Walt Disney World, and if you’ve visited in November or December, you already know how intense things can get. But this year, something has been happening more often than ever with EPCOT. Guests love the holidays at Magic Kingdom, and the party is packed with festive entertainment, characters in their holiday best, ...

We recently headed over to EPCOT to check out the newly converted 2-D version of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and after taking a few spins through the attraction, it’s clear that the experience has changed far more than the average guest might expect. Disney didn’t set out to downgrade the ride, but the unintended consequences of removing 3-D have created a ...

For many EPCOT fans, the Eat to the Beat Concert Series is one of the most beloved seasonal traditions—an iconic blend of nostalgia, live performances, and the energetic atmosphere of the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. Typically, the concerts offer manageable crowds, brisk but passable walkways around the World Showcase, and a relaxed vibe for guests who wander in ...

Overnight, Walt Disney World Resort made a game-changing update to the guest experience at EPCOT. The overhaul comes after months of complaints about the new World Celebration neighborhood, which finally debuted in 2024 after years of construction, delays, and cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The World Celebration neighborhood was underwhelming for many Disney Parks fans, who have slammed the ...

John Stamos is back at the Walt Disney World Resort. The final stretch of the 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival just picked up an unexpected burst of star power. It has been revealed that actor and longtime Disney favorite John Stamos is officially joining The Beach Boys onstage at EPCOT next week. The Eat to the Beat Concert ...

As of November 14, the EPCOT park at Walt Disney World Resort is forever changed. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, the popular trackless dark ride located within the France Pavilion at EPCOT’s World Showcase, had been a major draw for guests since it first opened in 2021. Tucked behind the pavilion’s cobblestone streets and Parisian storefronts, the attraction invited guests into the ...

There was a time when EPCOT represented the pinnacle of Disney sophistication — a park built around imagination, world culture, and innovation. But lately, it’s been making headlines for something else entirely. What used to be a celebration of culture and creativity has taken a messy turn, with guests describing the once-elegant World Showcase as “The Drunkest Place on Earth.” ...

Disney’s iconic Florida theme park is changing in big ways. Credit: Rick Wagner, Flickr Related: Disney World Offers New Cheap Solution, Will Allow Year-Round Entry for $449 There’s no denying Walt Disney World has changed significantly over the years, though EPCOT may have seen the biggest updates out of the four theme parks. Originally intended to show off a vision ...