We actually arrived at Epcot in time to have a front row parking spot by the entrance. The Future World area opens at 9:00 and we were off and running. One of the new attractions is called “Soarin’.” It gives the illusion of a hang gliding adventure over California ... guaranteed to bring a touch of homesickness to us traveling Californians. Roger had a more intense connection with ultralight flying A free option called “Fast Pass” allows you to return at a specific time if the present wait is too long, and it works well. World Showcase has International areas for 11 different countries. We especially enjoyed the presentations for Canada, France, and the U.S. My personal favorite impression of Epcot was the Flower and Garden Extravaganza. Everywhere we looked, the floral plantings were spectacular… so many varieties of all colors. Minnie and Mickey certainly have green thumbs!
Our good friends, Carlyn and Michael, live in Poinciana which is very near Orlando, so their home was our next stop. It’s been several years since they visited us in California, and it was wonderful to see them again. Their new home is in an adult community called Solivita, which has lovely expanses of green lawns and lakes. Their home backs up to a nature preserve, and we were treated to a parade of wild turkeys meandering across their back lawn. We spent the evening catching up and planning our Thursday time together.
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