Read on for a tour of the SECOND half of Epcot- World Showcase!

Moving clockwise around the World Showcase Lagoon, the first pavilion you see is Mexico. Once inside the large pyramid temple structure, you really feel as if you are transported to Mexico on a mysterious evening. This pavilion is home to a boat ride called Gran Fiesta Tour starring the Three Cabelleros.

Onto Norway. Norway has one of the few rides in World Showcase, Maelstrom. A viking-themed boat ride, you explore Norway's history and folklore with a few surprises along the way.

China is home to one of two Circlevision 360 films in World Showcase. Circlevision 360 is a technology in which scenes are shot with a special camera theatres where screens are placed all around you in a full circle, for 360 degree coverage.

Germany is all about the atmosphere. There are specialty dining options all around and great shops to stroll through. The aroma of the signature pretzels wafting through the area is enough to make me love this pavilion.

Italy is, like Germany, about the food and the atmosphere. The gelato is great on a summer day. Food is part of the experience of exploring World Showcase. :wink:

The United State pavilion is home to the American Adventure, a half hour show that goes through the history of America. The colonial theme is well represented here.

Japan is just plain fun- walk right on through the giant store filled with quirky Japanese specialty merchandise. The store even sells pre-packaged (also quirky) Japanese foods. Check out the Koi Pond.

Morocco is amazing in that you really feel like you are in Morocco as you set foot into the pavilion. The feeling of walking through the narrow, well-themed walkways deep into the pavilion is like no other. There is even a sense of mystery as you walk along.

Residing in France is a film entitled "Impressions de France." While the film isn't Circlevision 360, it is displayed on five huge screens, offering 200 degree coverage.

United Kingdom is really cool. Take in the architecture and the red phone booths. The Rose and Crown pub is known as the place to go for the United Kindom's signature fish and chips. In between the UK pavilion and Canada is a daily performing celtic rock bank called Off Kilter. Awesome stuff!

Canada has become my favorite pavilion. Canada is home to a Circlevision 360 film entitled "O Canada!" A 2007 update to the film brought Martin Short and his great humor and narration of the beautiful scenes of Canada. Also at the Canada pavilion is a REALLY good steakhouse called Le Cellier.

Oh, I mustn't forget about the nighttime spectacular Illuminations: Reflections of Earth. A wonderful combo of fireworks, light effects, and pyro.

And that's about it for Epcot. Next park to be toured- Disney's Animal Kingdom.