Countdown - 126 Days

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Have you ever noticed that as you work your way around the world at Epcot, entering each country feels like you have entered those countries? Well, part of how they make that magic happen is through their Cultural Representative Program. This program is cool because it brings natives from these countries into the Disney bubble to give you an authentic feel for those places.

I've had two amazing experiences going around the World! First, I was at the England pavilion at the tea shop. I love the tea shop! It also seems to be the only place that I can find a decently priced Darjeeling tea, but I digress! While I started speaking with this young woman about the tea in the shop, I noticed her name badge had a city in England that I sadly don't recall, and I started asking questions, and apologizing for being intrusive, but she was more than happy to talk to me about her home city and country and talk about differences between here and there! It was so fun! The second experience I had was with a gentleman in Italy. I wasnt sure which meal to order at Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria. I had two options, and I wanted something as close to authentic as I could get, and this young man was an fantastic help! He also explained how certain things were done in Italy as opposed to done in the US and of course how we could best enjoy our pasta!

Word of advise!!! While Epcot is known for certain rides and drinking around the world... make sure to take the timed to chat with the cast members! They have so much to share!