Day 3 - Epcot - the end

Canada was our last stop and Ava was staring to get a little fussy so we headed up towards the front of the park to find some things that she would enjoy. We went to ride the Imagination ride with Figment (the purple dragon) which is so not scary, but the only ride that Ava cried on!

We then stopped to get our pictures made with characters for our Disney’s Visa Card and got a free picture with Minnie, Mickey, and Goofy. Then off to the Seas with Nemo and friends which Ava enjoyed. She loved watching the fish bit didn’t want to get close to some of the tanks. She was scared of some, but not others. She like seeing the clownfish and dolphins and the stingrays were cool to her too.

We rode Spaceship Earth which Ava fell asleep in, then it was time for our character dinner at the Garden Grill. At this dinner Ava got to meet Farmer Mickey, Pluto, and Chip and Dale. The food was good and Ava loved seeing the characters.

After that we headed back to the World Showcase to catch Alice, which we did. Ava walked right up to her and plopped down on the ground so Alice squatted down and had a little conversation with Ava about the boo-boos on her leg. Her plopping down is killing me! We were tired so opted not to stay for Illuminations, but headed back to our resort and went to the main part for some soda and snacks and a little rest by the riverfront.

All in all, this EPCOT day was fantastic. Not too crowded and the weather was great! A very enjoyable day had by all.

I took this picture at Ava's request. She said, "Mommy take a picture of that seahorse!'

Being silly with Pluto

Playing Peek-a-Boo with Pluto

Sorry, Dale, I love you but I am not giving up this chicken nugget!

Loving on ChipFlopping down by Alice.

Day 3 - EPCOT - France, Great Britain, Morocco, Canada

Day 3 - EPCOT - The rest of the World Showcase

After Italy we stopped in America for a drink and got to see the Drum and Fife band do a march and some patriotic songs. It was very neat and inspiring to see. I loved the colonial vibe.

Then in Morocco we saw Jasmine and Aladdin who Ava enjoyed making funny faces with. By this point we had to change shirts due to a spill (that will come into the story later). We toured Aladdin’s Morocco and then stopped for a bathroom break.

While Ava and I were hanging out waiting for Bradley to get back a girl approached me and said, “Ma’am your husband is waiting for you over there.” Bradley had spotted Belle and the Beast and was in line. We hurried over and when Ava finally got to meet them Belle recognized her from the breakfast and said, “We met before, but are you dressed differently?” I explained about the spill, but I was just thrilled that they actually recognized her. Ava loved seeing the Beast and was not scared at all.

After leaving Belle and the Beast we had arrived in France. Bradley got in line for some ice cream and Ava and I looked around France and sat down to wait. The spot we chose happened to be the spot that Belle and the Beast were leaving from and I went to move my stroller out of the way when Belle said, “Look, Beast, it’s our friend Ava.” They both waved at her and smiled and it was so wonderful seeing the interaction with her.

Next stop was Great Britain and we just missed seeing Alice in Wonderland, but a cast member gave is a tip that Pooh and friends were in a toy store towards the back of the country. We got there and made it in time for Ava to see Eeyore, Tiger, and Pooh and Ava was so happy. She loved them and hugged and hugged them. (Which she does to characters in full costume, just not princesses!).
Canada was our last stop and Ava was staring to get a little fussy so we headed up towards the front of the park to find some things that she would enjoy.

Doesn't Ava look enthused while listening to the band?

Meeting Aladdin and Jasmine

Making funny faces

In Morocco

Belle and the Beast

France

With Pooh and Friends in Great Britain

Great Britain

Canada

A fit brewing up in Canada

Day 3 - EPCOT - World Showcase - Mexico, China, Germany, Italy

Day 3 - EPCOT - World Showcase

After our little Norway trip we went around to various countries and saw a few different characters and sites. It is really amazing how much detail they have put into the World Showcase. It is just unbelievable. Also at this time Epcot is hosting a Flower Festival so they were featuring some fantastic topiary from different movies. They were gorgeous! You will see a lot of them in the next few posts!

In Mexico we rode the River of Time which Ava was okay with even though it consisted of a boat ride and up to this point she has learned those are scary! LOL! Then onto China and onto Germany. Then Italy which had a great topiary of Lady and the Tramp. Ava and Daddy watched a show with a man doing tricks with soccer balls that they found amusing. While they watched the show, I took pictures of Italy.

Ava loves the fountains. This one was in Mexico.

MexicoChina

Captain Hook and the Croc

Ava and Daddy outside Germany

A Miniature town outside Germany - Called the Rose Road

Scences from Italy. Can you tell it is my favorite?