Day 6 - Epcot's World Showcase

Thursday was the one morning we didn't push to get out of the door in time for the "rope drop." Nevertheless, our kids were up early anyway, so we took some time exploring around our resort before heading over to Epcot for the day.

Micah and Emma hamming it up in the 101 Dalmations wing

Today our plan was to explore Epcot's World Showcase. We weren't sure how much the kids would enjoy this, compared to the rides that the other parks offered. But, it turned out to be a really fun (and don't tell the kids, but educational) day! Our first stop was Mexico. There was a kids' craft table set up where Micah and Emma could each design a mask on a stick. The idea was that at each country that they visited, they would receive a little "charm" to hang off their mask, and receive a stamp on their mask handle. Having a reason to stop in each country was a great way to get the kids involved in planning our day's intinerary.

Micah and Emma designing their masks in Mexico

Our vikings in Norway

Hugs from Snow White in Germany

We stopped for lunch in Germany, in honor of Uncle Joe and Aunt Tammy! The kids weren't so sure about the tan-colored hot dogs, but definitely enjoyed the German desserts!

Browsing the streets of Germany

(Note Emma in the stroller...quite a bit of walking today!)

Enjoying the sunshine in Italy


Enjoying some drum and fife music in the good 'ol US of A.
Emma was selected as a volunteer "recruit" in the band!
(Can you spot her in her purple t-shirt?)


Dodging the camels in Morocco


Enjoying the sights of Paris

We couldn't resist the 'ol telephone booth shot in the UK

And finally...Canada!

This was our final destination of our 5 hour tour around the World Showcase.

The kids were thrilled to receive their last charm and stamp for their masks!

I love this shot of Micah's eyes...He kept blinking for the pictures,

so I said, "Micah keep your eyes open!" This was the result!

We had definitely worked up an appetite for the delicious steak dinner we enjoyed at Le Cellier in the Canadian pavillion that evening. Definitely a place we'd like a return visit...yum!