My Top 5 Favorite Attractions at Hollywood Studios

Today we return to our series we began last weekend with my top 5 attractions at the parks. Today we dive into Hollywood Studios. Once again this is my opinion of my favorite attractions and in no way am I saying these are the best. So lets dive into my top 5 favorite attractions at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

5.) The Great Movie Ride:

Let's go to the movies. In at no. 5 in my top 5 favorite attractions at Hollywood Studios is The Great Movie Ride. Sitting at the end of Hollywood Boulevard in the reproduction of Mann's Chinese Theater this classic ride takes you straight into your favorite movies. From Casablanca to The Wizard of Oz this ride makes you feel like you are part of the movie. This ride is a great family ride and I know that my family enjoy's it every time we are at Disney World. Like I said its a classic and has it humor too with your cast member that leads you into your journey. There are more than 50 realistic audio-animatronic figures with the likeness of Gene Kelly, Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, James Cagney, John Wayne, and so much more. So why don't you just step into the movies with no. 5 of my favorite attractions at Hollywood Studios, The Great Movie Ride.

4.) Muppet Vision 3D:

It's time to Meet the Muppets, in at no. 4 of my top 5 favorite attractions at Hollywood Studios is Muppet Vision 3D. I can't tell you how much I love the Muppets. From Kermit to Miss Piggy to Fozzie and Gonzo, you will see all your favorite Muppet stars. So let's put on our 3D glasses and dive into this crazy and funny attraction. While waiting for the show there is a 12-minute video of everything the Muppets do at their laboratory. It is the typical Muppet mayhem that happens in this video. You then step into the theater for more hijinx. With your 3D glasses on you head into Muppet Laboratories with Kermit who takes you meet Dr. Bunson Honeydew and his assistant Beaker. Things get disastrous when from their experiment the impish 3D experiment named Waldo is released. You have things going from bad to worse as they are preparing for the ending when Bean Bunny gets yelled at by Miss Piggy and he decides to run away. In the end you have Sam Eagle doing a dedication to America and Waldo making a big bang to end it exploding the lab. It ends with Kermit riding in on a fire truck through the wall of the theater that appears to be blown apart. It is a great show for people of all ages to enjoy. Muppet Vision 3D is no. 4 of my top 5 favorite attractions. 

3.) Toy Story Midway Mania

Jump into the Pixar World at Hollywood Studios with no. 3 of my top 5 favorite attractions, Toy Story Midway Mania. Another shooting arcade-like attraction, much like Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin in the Magic Kingdom, this attraction is in 3D and involves all the Toy Story characters. This ride is for everyone and is very much a ride that I love. The ride usually has lines lasting over an hour so a fastpass is a must for Toy Story Midway Mania. The ride consists of five 30 second games that let's you compete against family members while shooting different targets in the games. It is all in good fun because everyone is having a blast in your car. The ride lasts about 5 and half minutes and is worth every minute you are there. In my opinion this ride has potential to be my favorite ride but it isn't and that is why there is 2 more great attractions to go. For now no. 3 for Toy Story Midway  Mania of my top 5 favorite attractions at Hollywood Studios.

2.) Star Tours-The Adventures Continue:

Off in a galaxy far far away is no. 2 of my top 5 favorite attractions at Hollywood Studios, Star Tours-The Adventures Continue.  My love of Star Wars helps this ride be no. 2 on my list. From riding with C-3PO and R2-D2 and getting the chance to go on a different journey every time you ride. There are more than 50 different journeys you can take while on this ride. You get to visit either Naboo, Tatooine, Hoth, Kashyyk, and Coruscant. You also may encounter some of your favorite characters such as Darth Vader, Boba Fett, Yoda, Admiral Ackbar, Chewbacca, Sebulba, Princess Leia, and Jar Jar Binks.  This ride takes you into the world of Star Wars and you feel like your actually in the movie. I love Star Wars so anything with Star Wars at the parks is going to make my list. I really can't wait for Star Wars in the parks. In at no. 2 of my top 5 favorite attractions at Hollywood Studios is Star Tours- The Adventure Continues.

1.) Twilight Zone Tower of Terror:

We go to the Hollywood Hotel for my no. 1 favorite ride at Hollywood Studios with the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Are you ready to be taken into the twilight zone? Are you ready to be dropped 13 stories only to be tossed right back up? The Tower of Terror brings all those thrills and more on my favorite attraction. This ride is great no matter when you ride it. I love the thrill of not knowing whether I'm going to drop or be tossed up in the air like a rag doll. It's just great and the adrenaline rush you get from riding it is just exhilarating. The basis of the ride is a story of a family who while staying at the Hollywood Hotel while in an a elevator get sucked into the twilight zone when it is hit by lightning. The journey begins as you glide through different passageways in your elevator and then you go into the twilight zone. Just when you think your safe the thrill begins and the elevator drops you dramatically down and then pushes you back up and drops you again. It really is a great thrill ride and that is why it is no. 1 of my top 5 favorite attractions at Hollywood Studios.

So this was supposed to go up yesterday but I was busy and it never got finished so today you get a bonus blog. That's right 2 blog posts today, the next one will be up later on today. So literally in the words of Mickey Mouse, "See Ya Real Soon."

Your Daily News from Around Disney 2/13/15

It's Friday and its the weekend so let's celebrate. There are only 100 days until my trip to Walt Disney World, and it can't get here fast enough. I can't wait to get back to the place I call my second home. Anyway's it's Friday the 13th and let's dive into your daily news from around Disney.

Mad T Party Returning for Disneyland's Diamond Celebration:

Today the Disney Parks Blog announced as part of Disneyland's Diamond Celebration the Mad T Party would be returning on May 22 to Disneyland's California Adventure. It stated that it would be making its return with a new dazzling experience in its own splendiferous way. Mad T Party joins the new World of Color - Celebrate!, the Paint the Night parade, as well as Disneyland Forever fireworks as part of all the new nighttime entertainment for Disneyland's 60th Anniversary Diamond Celebration. Are you excited for the return of Mad T Party?

Disney World Cast Members Can Get Free Measles Vaccines:

After the outbreak of measles at the Disneyland Resort and advice from the Florida Department of Health, cast members at Disney World can get free measles vaccinations starting Monday. The Orlando Sentinel reported that Disney is undertaking the effort in helping the Florida DOH in helping prevent measles in Florida. Disney spokeswoman Andrea Finger stated in an email, "We have long been committed to encouraging actions that help Cast Members stay healthy, including vaccinations that are an important part of preventive care." More than 100 people in 14 different states have been diagnosed with measles since January. Most of the cases stemming from where the outbreak began at Disneyland in California. Florida has a 93 percent vaccination rate which is along the lines of the national average for states.

This Day in Disney History:

On this day, February 13, in 1976, Disney animator, John Lounsbery, one of Walt's original "9 Old Men," was still a Studio employee and was working on "The Rescuers" passes away.

Daily Disney Quote:

"You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you."

Walt Disney

Not much in news today, hence the short blog. Tomorrow is another day however and I will return with part 3 in my series of my top 5 favorite attractions at the parks with Hollywood Studios. As always I will end with the words of Mickey Mouse, "See Ya Real Soon."

Your Daily News from Around Disney 2/12/15

Another day down and another day closer till my trip to Disney World, 101 days to be exact. It is so exciting to count down the days until vacation. How do you celebrate your trips to Disney? Do you count down the days or do little events to show how excited you are. Anyways let's dive into your daily news from around Disney today.

Disney World Speedway to Close in July:

Yesterday it was reported that the Walt Disney World Speedway, home of the "Richard Petty Driving Experience" and the "Exotic Car Driving Experience" would stop operation as of July 1. Reports are Disney is making way for new transportation experiences, but details have yet to be announced. Petty Holdings in reports said they would look for another location in Orlando for its exotic car driving experience. Here is the full statement from Petty Holdings:

"Petty Holdings, operator of Richard Petty Driving Experience and Exotic Driving Experience, confirmed that starting July 1, they will no longer operate their experiences out of the Walt Disney World Speedway. Walt Disney World has plans to use the land to make transportation improvements.

“Our main focus at this moment is taking care of our staff and preparing them for the upcoming transition,” said Petty Holdings Vice President Bill Scott.  “Any reserved guests prior to July 1 will have the same fantastic experience that we have delivered since 1997 at Walt Disney World Speedway.”

Anyone booked after June 30 for Richard Petty Driving Experience or Exotic Driving Experience can call 1.800.237.3889 to reschedule their experience at any of their 14 locations nationwide – including the location at Daytona International Speedway. Petty Holdings currently has plans in process for exotics and stock car programs in Orlando."

I never experienced the Walt Disney World Speedway, but for those of you that have, are you sad that it is closing?

Disney Launches App Tied to Imagicademy Learning Brand:

Our next story is today Disney Publishing Worldwide launched an app, "Mickey's Magical Arts World", that gives children curriculum-based tools to explore creative arts by making and doing. Children are able to create their own character and bring them to life in real Disney cartoons alongside Mickey and his friends. They can also experiment in creating music with basic concepts as well as practicing art and design. The app is now available on the Apple App Store. It is the second of five subject apps to be released in correlation with Disney's Imagicademy focused on children ages 3 to 8. Disney Imagicademy Mickey's Magical Arts World provides children with a wide-ranging creative arts curriculum the features five experiences in one app. These experiences are: Mickey's Sketch Artist, Donald's Costume Play, Mickey's Music Maker, Pluto's Crafty Creator, and Minnie's Art-chitect. 

Disney Releases Second Trailer for Live-Action Cinderella Movie:

Today Disney released the second full trailer for its live-action Cinderella movie, which is due out in theaters March 13, 2015. Here is the trailer:

This Day in Disney History:

On this day, February 12, in 1934 Walt Disney Productions filed an application for a trademark of "Mickey Mouse" for use in books and newspaper comic strips.

Daily Disney Quotes:

"I love Mickey Mouse more than any woman I have ever known."

Walt Disney

Well that is all for today short and sweet and as always in the words of Mickey Mouse, "See Ya Real Soon."

Your Daily News from Around Disney 2/11/15

Well, I'm not any better and I'm not any worse than I was yesterday. Life goes on and so does the blog. I am one day closer to my Disney vacation and I can't wait for it to get here already. Once again Disney is breaking news stories daily. Without further ado let's dive into your daily news from around Disney.

DCL Announces Star Wars Days on Certain Disney Fantasy Sailings:

Disney Cruise Line broke the news this morning that Star Wars Days at Sea are coming to certain Disney Fantasy sailings. The sailings are coming, starting in early 2016. The days are January 9th and 23rd, February 6th and 20th, March 5th and 19th, and April 2nd and 16th. All eight dates are on the Disney Fantasy sailing from Port Canaveral on a 7 day Western Caribbean cruise to Cozumel, Mexico, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, and of course Disney's private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay.  Each of the eight sailings will have one day dedicated to Star Wars Days at Sea. Guests will be able to go to special events including a deck party, meet and greet with their favorite characters, Star Wars-themed youth activities, unique food and beverages, and special merchandise as well. Screenings of the Star Wars trilogy as well as the new Disney XD animated series Star Wars: Rebels will be available for guests. The Disney Parks Blog will have more details about Star Wars Days at Sea next week.

2017 Setting Up to be Huge Year at the Box Office for Disney:

With yesterday's news of Spider-Man being added to the Marvel Universe of Disney movies, 2017 is setting up to be a huge year at the box office for Disney. Currently scheduled there are 6 major films to be released during that year. It is currently set to start off with a bang in May with the release of "Guardians of the Galaxy 2". Pixar announced a few months ago that they were working to release "Toy Story 4" in June of 2017. After "Toy Story 3" grossed over a billion dollars in 2010, you would expect the next film to exceed a billion as well.  Other films set for a 2017 release date besides the films mentioned are: "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales", "Thor: Ragnarok", and "Star Wars Episode VIII". There is also an untitled Pixar film set to release in November of 2017. Is Disney going to break records at the movie theaters in 2017? Which film are you waiting for? Lastly, here is the list of tentative release dates for Disney's huge 2017:

May 5, 2017	"Guardians of the Galaxy 2"	Marvel
June 16, 2017	"Toy Story 4"	Pixar
July 7, 2017	"Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales"	Disney
July 28, 2017	untitled Spider-Man movie	Marvel / Sony Pictures
Nov. 3, 2017	"Thor: Ragnarok"	Marvel
Dec. 2017	"Star Wars: Episode VIII"	Lucasfilm

Read more:  http://www.businessinsider.com/disney-2017-movie-schedule-2015-2#ixzz3RThNJTJ6

When Will Disney Theme Parks Break the $100 Ticket Threshold:

It is not a matter of could Disney break the $100 ticket for a day at Disney theme park, is just a matter of when it will happen. It could be as early as this month, yesterday the Orlando Business Journal reported in an article. Their source WDW News Today states that a one-day Magic Kingdom park ticket could cost $105 (plus tax) while Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom would be $99 (plus tax) for a one-day ticket. Experts have said that consumers believe that $100/day ticket would be beyond their limit even though Magic Kingdom is already at $99 a day. So the question is what is everybody's limit on what they would pay to get into the parks? Is more than $100 to much for you?  With record attendance going into the parks, Disney doesn't seem to be afraid to raise ticket prices. Let it be known that Disney has yet to announce any ticket increases, but it seems the inevitable is going to happen.

This Day in Disney History:

On this day, 4 years ago in 2011, Walt Disney World's Toontown Fair closed at end of business day to make room for the new Fantasyland expansion.

Daily Disney Quote:

"I would rather entertain and hope that people learned something than educate people and hope they were entertained."

Walt Disney

Well that's all for today in the world of Disney news. Pretty interesting times are happening. From Star Wars to Marvel, Disney is in the news and looking to the future. We are all apart of it, so in the words of Mickey Mouse, "See Ya Real Soon."

Your Daily News from Around Disney 2/10/15

I can't wait until the warm weather comes back to the north (meaning I want Spring and Summer). On top of that it seems I have come down with a cold. It is another day and the world of Disney as always has been filled with news. So let's get down to the thick of things with your daily news from around Disney.

Sony Brings Marvel Studios into the World of the Amazing Spider-Man:

Today Marvel and Sony announced that Spider-Man will now appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He will first appear in a Marvel film in the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe), reportedly in the next Captain America film. Sony will thereafter continue the Spider-Man series with its next installment due out on July 28, 2017. That film will be co-produced by Kevin Feige and his expert team at Marvel and Amy Pascal, who oversaw the franchise launch 13 years ago. Disney CEO Bob Iger said, "Spider-Man is one of Marvel's great characters, beloved around the world. We're thrilled to work with Sony Pictures to bring the iconic web-slinger into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which opens up fantastic new opportunities for storytelling and franchise building." Spider-Man is the most successful franchise in Sony Pictures history, with its five films taken in more the $4 billion worldwide. With the news of Spider-Man film for 2017, Disney also delayed 4 films with the next Thor film being delayed until November 3, 2017, "Black Panther" coming in July 2018, "Captain Marvel" in November 2018, and "Inhumans" in July 2019.

Tomorrowland Arcade Permanently Closes Today at the Magic Kingdom:

Today the Tomorrowland Arcade located at the end of Space Mountain permanently closed in the Magic Kingdom. Yesterday was the final day of operation, and Disney gave no indication what would replace it or gave any official comment on the matter. It is suspected that changes in Florida laws regarding bans on internet cafe's that may potentially be applied to video game arcades that dispense prizes are behind the closing. Rumors are that Disney may also close any similar prize counters and games involving clawing for prizes in resort hotels. What is your opinion on the closing of the Tomorrowland Arcade? 

Update: Hat Watch 2015 in Hollywood Studios:

Well we are getting closer and closer to the Sorcerer's Hat being gone from Hollywood Studios. We also learned today that disappearing spires from the Chinese Theater that the hat was blocking will be put back up, as Disney filed for the permit recently. Here is an updated photo of the Sorcerer's Hat looks like as of today. Photo is courtesy of @bioreconstruct on Twitter.

This Day in Disney History:

On this day, February 10, current CEO and chairman of Disney, Bob Iger is born in 1951 in Long Island, New York. I would like to wish a Bob a Happy Birthday from It All Started with a Mouse. 

Daily Disney Quote:

"There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate's loot on Treasure Island."

Walt Disney

That's it for today's short blog. As for me I'm going to try to rest up to get better quick. As always in the words of Mickey Mouse, "See Ya Real Soon."

Your Daily News from Around Disney 2/9/15

It's Monday and I returned to work today after a 10 day vacation of going nowhere. It was nice to be off but it was back to reality. That's enough about me though as I'm here to report another day full of Disney news. I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend, so let's dive into your daily news from around Disney.

Animal Kingdom's Tree of Life Grows New Roots:

After there had been walls around Animal Kingdom's Tree of Life for a while, those walls finally came down on Saturday to reveal the tree had grown new roots. The roots now have grown into the central hub area. Within the new roots on the tree are carvings of new animals from the circle of life from tiny bugs to large crocodiles and much more the Disney Parks Blog reported. With the addition of these new roots its gives guests a wonderful view of the Tree of Life as well as a widened walkway for guests going to Discovery Island. Here are some pictures that Disney released of the new roots that have grown from the Tree of Life. 

Disney's D23 Releases Lineup of Events for 2015:

Today, Disney's D23 released its lineup of events for 2015 for all around the country. It has added some new events and experiences for its members in San Francisco, Dallas, Boston, Los Angeles, New York City and more. D23 said it will release dates, ticketing information, and even more events, including in Orlando, will be announced throughout the year. All events and dates are subject to change and here is your list of D23 events for 2015:

• February 25: D23 Member Night at Newsies—On Tour, San Francisco (sold out)
• March 12: Cinderella Lights Up the Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco
• March 13: A Taste of Disney at Silverado Vineyards, Napa, Calif.
• March 14: Breakfast on Broadway, New York City
• March 15: The Hunchback of Notre Dame VIP Experience, Millburn, N.J.
• Spring 2015: Lunch with a Legend, Burbank, Calif.
• Spring 2015: D23 Day at The Walt Disney Studios and Archives, Burbank, Calif.
• April 14: D23 Member Night at Newsies—On Tour, Los Angeles (sold out)
• April 30: D23 Member Night at Newsies—On Tour, Dallas (sold out)
• May 9: The Parent Trap, Burbank, Calif.
• May 29: VIP Studio Tour with Disney Legend Dave Smith, Burbank, Calif.
• June 10: D23 Member Night at Newsies—On Tour, Washington, D.C. (sold out)
• June 20: D23 Day at The Walt Disney Studios and Archives, Burbank, Calif.
• June 25: D23 Member Night at Newsies—On Tour, Boston
• July 15: D23 Member Night at Newsies—On Tour, Toronto
• July 18: Disneyland U.S.A., Burbank, Calif.
• August 14–16: D23 Expo 2015, Anaheim, Calif.
• Fall 2015: Lunch with a Legend, Burbank, Calif.
• September 26, Pinocchio, Burbank, Calif.
• November 6, VIP Studio Tour, Burbank, Calif.
• November 7: D23 Day at The Walt Disney Studios and Archives, Burbank, Calif.
• December 4: Light Up the Season, Burbank, Calif.

Disney Hotels are Reaching Occupancy Plateau:

Today, the Orlando Sentinel reported that Disney is reaching the hotel-occupancy plateau after their stellar first quarter results. Disney reported a hotel-occupancy rate of 89% up from 81% at this time last year. CFO Jay Rasulo stated it would be hard to see it going any higher. He is quoted as saying, "I think hoteliers in general will tell you that to try to fill a hotel up past 89 percent, 90 percent, 91 percent, is extremely difficult. He also points out that there are many hotels outside of Disney who aren't experiencing such high occupancy rates. According to Visit Orlando, the region's occupancy rate for the final quarter of 2014 was only 72.2%. Disney has dropped the amount of rooms it has with the conversion of 360 suites at the Polynesian Village Resort for its newest vacation club shares. Disney also has 3 hotels at its Disneyland Park as well as about 361 hotel rooms at it resort in Hawaii, Aulani.

This Day in Disney History:

On this day, February 9, in 1996 The Disney Institute opens at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.

Also on this day in 2006, Disney reacquires the rights to Oswald the Lucky Rabbit back from NBC Universal along with sports considerations for ESPN. The considerations include sports play-by-play analyst, Al Michaels, to contract with NBC.

Daily Disney Quote:

"I always like to look on the optimistic side of life, but I am realistic enough to know that life is a complex matter."

Walt Disney

Well that is all for today, tomorrow is another day looking forward to sharing the Disney news again tomorrow. You can now contact me with any suggestions for the blog at allstartedwithamouse5689@gmail.com. As always in the words of Mickey Mouse, "See Ya Real Soon."

My Top 5 Favorite Attractions at Epcot

Well here we are back again with part 2 of my favorite attractions. Today we are going to Epcot and I will be sharing my top 5 favorite attractions. I will repeat from yesterday, I am in no way saying these are the best in the park. This is all my opinion so without much more to say, let's get on with it. Here are My Top 5 Favorite Attractions at Epcot:

5.) The Seas with Nemo & Friends in The Living Seas Pavilion:

Here starting at no.5 is The Seas with Nemo & Friends is one of my favorite attractions in Epcot. In this wonderful ride in the Living Seas pavilion jump on a clam-mobile and re-live the Disney/Pixar film, Finding Nemo. I thoroughly enjoy this ride and at 25 it makes me feel like a kid swimming with the fish along with hearing the story of Nemo. You get to meet all the Nemo characters plus real fish are swimming in the aquarium behind the projections. I enjoy this ride because not only is it a fun ride it is quite a learning experience for my niece and nephews, when they are on trips to the World with us. This ride opened in 2006 so it is still a relatively new ride. I enjoy this ride so much and that is why it is no. 5 on my favorite attractions at Epcot.

4.) Journey into Imagination with Figment in The Imagination Pavilion:

Use your senses and imagine what you can do. In at no. 4 is Journey into Imagination with Figment. Figment one of my all time favorite characters makes this ride one of my favorites in Epcot. Do I miss the Dreamfinder? Yes, I do but I will ride this ride without a doubt in my mind every time I'm at Walt Disney World. It is such a fun ride and Figment is funny. Join Dr. Channing as he guides you through the Imagination Institute open house as he takes you through labs to learn about our 5 senses (sight, sound, smell, taste and touch). Although, you only get through sight, sound, and smell before the eccentric Figment has other ideas for you. The ride goes along with music of "One Little Spark," a catchy little tune that may just get stuck in your head after the ride is over. This is a fastpass ride, but generally there is no wait to get on. Journey into Imagination with Figment is no.4 on my favorite attractions at Epcot.

3.) Ellen's Energy Adventure in The Universe of Energy Pavilion:

Go back in time and join the dinosaurs as we join Ellen DeGeneres in number 3 in my favorite attractions at Epcot in Ellen's Energy Adventure. This long dark ride, almost 45 minutes long, to be exact is amazing. I love how Ellen and my favorite scientist Bill Nye the Science Guy take us on a journey to learn where energy began. We start out learning that Ellen is dreaming about winning Jeopardy but needs the help of Bill to win. So he takes Ellen back to when the Universe began with the Big Bang Theory. We then enter my favorite part where you ride through a world of animatronic dinosaurs. I mean even as a kid I loved this ride and the big part of it was the dinosaurs. Once through the dinosaurs your taken to watch 3 giant screens that take you through learning about different uses of energy past, present, and future. The ride ends with Ellen winning Jeopardy after coming back from her trip with Bill Nye. This ride is another way to get out of the heat and rest your feet for a little bit. That is why Ellen's Energy Adventure is in at number 3 of my top 5 attractions at Epcot.

2.) Test Track Presented by Chevrolet:

I loved the first version and I love version 2.0 of this attraction even more. In at number 2 in my favorite attractions at Epcot is Test Track. This ride really gives you the thrill like you are driving your own car. In this updated version you now get to create the car you're going to be testing. Even when you go back on the ride you can use the same car you created before or create a new one. Definitely one of my favorite rides in Epcot. I love how the ride is so realistic as it takes it through different performance tests as well as how safe the car. The ride which originally took you through almost like a very loud lab to test the car, now take you through a much quieter tests that make you feel like you're in Disney's Tron. Once done with the ride a car created by one of the guests in the vehicle is chosen a winner for best car created. It certainly creates some competition among family members of who's car is the best. This ride is a fastpass ride and usually has a long wait no matter what time of day, so plan in advance. The ability to create your own car, the thrill of feeling like driving your own car, and the competition the ride bring out in family members is why it's number 2 on my list of favorite attractions at Epcot.

1.) Soarin' in The Land Pavilion:

There is nothing like hang gliding over California in my favorite attraction at Epcot. Number 1 in my top 5 favorite attractions at Epcot is Soarin'. This ride takes you on a tour of the Golden State in a hang gliding simulated attraction that makes you feel that you are actually hang gliding. You get to see the sights and even the smells of this beautiful smell. You get to tour the Golden Gate Bridge, the Redwood forests, Napa Valley, Yosemite and more as you end your trip in the most magical and the original starting point in Disney theme parks in Disneyland. My favorite is how Disney makes it so magical that you can smell the oranges and the pine trees soaring over the great tour of California. It really is an amazing ride. It is experience that everyone should enjoy on their trip to Epcot. I know my family and I ride this multiple times on our trips to Disney World. This ride always is busy and fastpasses are a must no matter what time of day. I can't tell you enough how great this ride is and that is why Soarin' is number 1 in my top 5 favorite attractions at Epcot.

This Day in Disney History:

On this day, February 8th, 14 years ago Disney open's it second Anaheim theme park in Disney's California Adventure along with it's new hotel the Grand Californian.

Also in 2012, Disney announces on the 11th anniversary of Disney's California Adventure, an expansion of the park that is now Buena Vista Street and Cars Land today.

Daily Disney Quote:

"Animation offers a medium of story telling and visual entertainment which can bring pleasure and information to people of all ages everywhere in the world."

Walt Disney

This ends Part 2 of my series of my favorite attractions in each of the theme parks. Tune in next week  for the final two parts. Tomorrow is another day and I end like I always do in the words of Mickey Mouse, "See Ya Real Soon."