HOME Travel Guide Common Sense Travel
decorative font style
    Travel >> Holiday Travel >  >> Travel Notes

Soarin’ Around the World Soars at Epcot on June 17

Soarin’ Around the World has officially launched at Disney’s Epcot, offering guests a breathtaking aerial journey across the globe.

Ready to take flight over some of the world’s most iconic locations and cities? The hang glider‑themed attraction at Epcot® is set to soar on June 17, 2016 with an all‑new, multi‑sensory experience called Soarin’ Around the World. The high‑flying ride will give Walt Disney World® Resort guests a bird’s‑view of famous places like the Great Wall of China, Sydney Harbor in Australia and the Matterhorn in Switzerland.

This newest generation of the popular Soarin’ attraction at Epcot will immerse riders in a larger‑than‑life experience with new digital projection, sounds, breezes and new scents. In anticipation of this new experience, the rider capacity of the attraction has been increased with the addition of a third theater.

Here’s what it’s like to fly on Soarin’ Around the World:

Soarin’ is located inside The Land pavilion in Future World at Epcot. Inside this attraction, guests can also take a boat ride through greenhouses and see sustainable agriculture and farming in action. There is also an expansive, quick‑service food court featuring a variety of fresh food options.

Stay Connected to Orlando!
Never miss a second of what happens in Orlando! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube for the latest offers, exclusive tips and live feeds from our newest attractions and fun events, and subscribe to our eNewsletter for more information from Orlando: Theme Park Capital of the World.


Travel Notes
  • -

    In the United States, Valentines Day has traditionally centered on celebrating romantic love. As February 14 approaches, Americans rush to flower shops, book romantic dinners, or search online for thoughtful gifts for their loved ones. Outside the U.S., however, February 14 takes on diverse and fascinating meanings. Here are five standout Valentines Day celebrations from around the globe: Philippines: Mass Marriages Throughout Valentines week, thousands of Filipinos celebrate love by tying the

  • Must-Do Adventures: Iconic Thrills from Lonely Planet s Atlas of Adventure

    From hiking and climbing to cycling, surfing, and canoeing, adventure travel offers endless ways to immerse yourself in a destination. But which heart-pounding experiences are truly unmissable? Discover them here. In this excerpt from Lonely Planet’s Atlas of Adventure, we highlight defining adventures worldwide, such as kayaking sea caves in Vietnam and paragliding over Turkish beaches. 1. Don’t leave the USA without hiking Zion National Park’s Angels Landing Trail This 8km trail culminates

  • 7 Eerie Abandoned Places Around the World: Haunting Sites Worth Visiting

    Abandoned places often evoke an eerie silence and a mysterious energy that taps into our innate curiosity. From derelict industrial islands to forgotten monuments, these sites continue to captivate travelers worldwide. Discover seven remarkable abandoned locations and how to experience them safely. 1. Gunkanjima (Battleship Island), Nagasaki, Japan Nicknamed Battleship Island for its warship-like silhouette, Hashima Island was a bustling deep-sea coal-mining community off Nagasakis coast, estab