Actor Auli’i Cravalho, the voice of Moana in the Walt Disney Animation Studios film “Moana,” joined Jeff Vahle, President of Walt Disney World Resort, and Bruce Vaughn, Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Imagineering, along with Walt Disney World Ambassadors Serena Arvizu amd Shannon Smith-Conrad, in welcoming media to CommuniCore Plaza at EPCOT. The new outdoor venue is adjacent to CommuniCore Hall in World Celebration and completes the multiyear transformation of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Christian Thompson, photographer)

Actor Auli’i Cravalho, the voice of Moana in the Walt Disney Animation Studios film “Moana,” joined Jeff Vahle, President of Walt Disney World Resort, and Bruce Vaughn, Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Imagineering, along with Walt Disney World Ambassadors Serena Arvizu amd Shannon Smith-Conrad, in welcoming media to CommuniCore Plaza at EPCOT. The new outdoor venue is adjacent to CommuniCore Hall in World Celebration and completes the multiyear transformation of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Opening June 10, 2024 is Mickey & Friends, a new character greeting location adjacent to CommuniCore Hall where guests can meet some of their favorite Disney pals. Capping off a multiyear transformation of EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza will also open June 10, 2024. Located in the new World Celebration neighborhood in the heart of the park, the locations will usher in a new era of festivals, exhibits and entertainment. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening June 10, 2024 is Mickey & Friends, a new character greeting location adjacent to CommuniCore Hall where guests can meet some of their favorite Disney pals. Capping off a multiyear transformation of EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza will also open June 10, 2024. Located in the new World Celebration neighborhood in the heart of the park, the locations will usher in a new era of festivals, exhibits and entertainment. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening June 10, 2024 is Mickey & Friends, a new character greeting location adjacent to CommuniCore Hall where guests can meet some of their favorite Disney pals. Capping off a multiyear transformation of EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza will also open June 10, 2024. Located in the new World Celebration neighborhood in the heart of the park, the locations will usher in a new era of festivals, exhibits and entertainment. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening June 10, 2024 is Mickey & Friends, a new character greeting location adjacent to CommuniCore Hall where guests can meet some of their favorite Disney pals. Capping off a multiyear transformation of EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza will also open June 10, 2024. Located in the new World Celebration neighborhood in the heart of the park, the locations will usher in a new era of festivals, exhibits and entertainment. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening June 10, 2024 is Mickey & Friends, a new character greeting location adjacent to CommuniCore Hall where guests can meet some of their favorite Disney pals. Capping off a multiyear transformation of EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza will also open June 10, 2024. Located in the new World Celebration neighborhood in the heart of the park, the locations will usher in a new era of festivals, exhibits and entertainment. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening June 10, 2024 is Mickey & Friends, a new character greeting location adjacent to CommuniCore Hall where guests can meet some of their favorite Disney pals. Capping off a multiyear transformation of EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza will also open June 10, 2024. Located in the new World Celebration neighborhood in the heart of the park, the locations will usher in a new era of festivals, exhibits and entertainment. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening as a part of the new World Celebration neighborhood in EPCOT June 10, CommuniCore Hall becomes the home for iconic EPCOT festivals and other celebrations and offers guests an indoor location to recharge. The venue is also home Mickey & Friends, where guests will have the opportunity to meet with Mickey Mouse and some of his best pals. The exterior features a geometric design reminiscent of Spaceship Earth and murals celebrating the past and present of the park. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening as a part of the new World Celebration neighborhood in EPCOT June 10, CommuniCore Hall becomes the home for iconic EPCOT festivals and other celebrations and offers guests an indoor location to recharge. The venue is also home Mickey & Friends, where guests will have the opportunity to meet with Mickey Mouse and some of his best pals. The exterior features a geometric design reminiscent of Spaceship Earth and murals celebrating the past and present of the park. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening as a part of the new World Celebration neighborhood in EPCOT June 10, CommuniCore Hall becomes the home for iconic EPCOT festivals and other celebrations and offers guests an indoor location to recharge. The venue is also home Mickey & Friends, where guests will have the opportunity to meet with Mickey Mouse and some of his best pals. The exterior features a geometric design reminiscent of Spaceship Earth and murals celebrating the past and present of the park. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening as a part of the new World Celebration neighborhood in EPCOT June 10, CommuniCore Hall becomes the home for iconic EPCOT festivals and other celebrations and offers guests an indoor location to recharge. The venue is also home Mickey & Friends, where guests will have the opportunity to meet with Mickey Mouse and some of his best pals. The exterior features a geometric design reminiscent of Spaceship Earth and murals celebrating the past and present of the park. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening as a part of the new World Celebration neighborhood in EPCOT June 10, CommuniCore Hall becomes the home for iconic EPCOT festivals and other celebrations and offers guests an indoor location to recharge. The venue is also home Mickey & Friends, where guests will have the opportunity to meet with Mickey Mouse and some of his best pals. The exterior features a geometric design reminiscent of Spaceship Earth and murals celebrating the past and present of the park. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Opening as a part of the new World Celebration neighborhood in EPCOT June 10, CommuniCore Hall becomes the home for iconic EPCOT festivals and other celebrations and offers guests an indoor location to recharge. The venue is also home Mickey & Friends, where guests will have the opportunity to meet with Mickey Mouse and some of his best pals. The exterior features a geometric design reminiscent of Spaceship Earth and murals celebrating the past and present of the park. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

At Destination D23 2023, it was announced that beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean. The new walk-through attraction is located in the World Nature neighborhood of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

Guests at EPCOT can dance and sing along to the musica of the Disney Animation Studios film, “Encanto” with a limited time show that celebrates culture, magic and family. (Disney)

Guests visiting EPCOT can enjoy a brand new nighttime spectacular, “Luminous The Symphony of Us,” which shines a light on the shared experiences that connect people across the globe. With a dazzling display of fireworks, fountains and lights, the show features two original songs plus new arrangements of iconic Disney hits that enliven the story. (Matt Stroshane, Photographer)

Guests visiting EPCOT can enjoy a brand new nighttime spectacular, “Luminous The Symphony of Us,” which shines a light on the shared experiences that connect people across the globe. With a dazzling display of fireworks, fountains and lights, the show features two original songs plus new arrangements of iconic Disney hits that enliven the story. (Matt Stroshane, Photographer)

Guests visiting EPCOT can enjoy a brand new nighttime spectacular, “Luminous The Symphony of Us,” which shines a light on the shared experiences that connect people across the globe. With a dazzling display of fireworks, fountains and lights, the show features two original songs plus new arrangements of iconic Disney hits that enliven the story. (Matt Stroshane, Photographer)

Guests visiting EPCOT can enjoy a brand new nighttime spectacular, “Luminous The Symphony of Us,” which shines a light on the shared experiences that connect people across the globe. With a dazzling display of fireworks, fountains and lights, the show features two original songs plus new arrangements of iconic Disney hits that enliven the story. (Matt Stroshane, Photographer)

On Dec. 4, 2023 Walt Disney Legacy Award recipient Cast Members were among the first to see the all-new "Walt the Dreamer" statue that debuted as a focal point of the stunning World Celebration Gardens. In a memorable dedication moment, EPCOT Vice President Kartika Rodriguez was joined by the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz and the Voices of Liberty to celebrate the original dreamer, Walt Disney. Guests can explore the gardens beginning Dec. 5, 2023 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Abigail Nilsson, Photographer)

On Dec. 4, 2023 Walt Disney Legacy Award recipient Cast Members were among the first to see the all-new "Walt the Dreamer" statue that debuted as a focal point of the stunning World Celebration Gardens. In a memorable dedication moment, EPCOT Vice President Kartika Rodriguez was joined by the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz and the Voices of Liberty to celebrate the original dreamer, Walt Disney. Guests can explore the gardens beginning Dec. 5, 2023 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Abigail Nilsson, Photographer)

On Dec. 4, 2023 Walt Disney Legacy Award recipient Cast Members were among the first to see the all-new "Walt the Dreamer" statue that debuted as a focal point of the stunning World Celebration Gardens. In a memorable dedication moment, EPCOT Vice President Kartika Rodriguez was joined by the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz and the Voices of Liberty to celebrate the original dreamer, Walt Disney. Guests can explore the gardens beginning Dec. 5, 2023 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Abigail Nilsson, Photographer)

On Dec. 4, 2023 Walt Disney Legacy Award recipient Cast Members were among the first to see the all-new "Walt the Dreamer" statue that debuted as a focal point of the stunning World Celebration Gardens. In a memorable dedication moment, EPCOT Vice President Kartika Rodriguez was joined by the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz and the Voices of Liberty to celebrate the original dreamer, Walt Disney. Guests can explore the gardens beginning Dec. 5, 2023 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Abigail Nilsson, Photographer)

On Dec. 4, 2023 Walt Disney Legacy Award recipient Cast Members were among the first to see the all-new "Walt the Dreamer" statue that debuted as a focal point of the stunning World Celebration Gardens. In a memorable dedication moment, EPCOT Vice President Kartika Rodriguez was joined by the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz and the Voices of Liberty to celebrate the original dreamer, Walt Disney. Guests can explore the gardens beginning Dec. 5, 2023 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Abigail Nilsson, Photographer)

The first full-size Starblaster ever built stands outside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

The first full-size Starblaster ever built stands outside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

The first full-size Starblaster ever built stands outside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features the first reverse launch on a Disney coaster. (Disney)

Eson the Celestial appears in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction debuting May 27, 2022, in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (MARVEL/Disney)

Wonders of Xandar is the first “other-world” pavilion at EPCOT and home to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

The Nova Corps armada arrives to help save Earth in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction opening May 27, 2022, in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (MARVEL/Disney)

EPCOT guests visit the Galaxarium as part of their experience in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests visit the Galaxarium as part of their experience in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests learn about Xandarian culture in the Xandar Gallery, part of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests learn about Xandarian culture in the Xandar Gallery, part of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

Legendary outlaws Rocket (left) and Groot (right) appear in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction inside EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests board their Xandarian Starjumper in preparation for an intergalactic chase through time and space in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

The first full-size Starblaster ever built stands outside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests enter the Xandarian Phase Chamber as part of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

Eson, a Celestial, appears in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction inside EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests can hunt for cosmic merchandise in the Treasures of Xandar shop at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the new family-thrill coaster attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests can search for cosmic apparel, accessories, toys, home décor and more when they visit the Treasures of Xandar shop – operated by The Broker – at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests can search for cosmic apparel, accessories, toys, home décor and more when they visit the Treasures of Xandar shop – operated by The Broker – at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests can search for cosmic apparel, accessories, toys, home décor and more when they visit the Treasures of Xandar shop – operated by The Broker – at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests can search for cosmic apparel, accessories, toys, home décor and more when they visit the Treasures of Xandar shop – operated by The Broker – at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

EPCOT guests can search for cosmic apparel, accessories, toys, home décor and more when they visit the Treasures of Xandar shop – operated by The Broker – at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

Guests enjoy the opening day of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27, 2022 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The all-new family thrill coaster is part of the ongoing transformation of EPCOT (Preston Mack, photographer).

Guests enjoy the opening day of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27, 2022 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The all-new family thrill coaster is part of the ongoing transformation of EPCOT (Preston Mack, photographer).

Guests enjoy the opening day of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27, 2022 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The all-new family thrill coaster is part of the ongoing transformation of EPCOT (Preston Mack, photographer).

Guests enjoy the opening day of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27, 2022 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The all-new family thrill coaster is part of the ongoing transformation of EPCOT (Preston Mack, photographer).

Guests enjoy the opening day of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27, 2022 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The all-new family thrill coaster is part of the ongoing transformation of EPCOT (Preston Mack, photographer).

Guests enjoy the opening day of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on May 27, 2022 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The all-new family thrill coaster is part of the ongoing transformation of EPCOT (Preston Mack, photographer).

Connections Café & Eatery opens April 27, 2022, inside EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The new location features two distinct experiences all under one roof – an eatery on one side serving lunch and dinner menus, and a café and pastry shop on the other open all day. This large new dining location is the next step in the ongoing transformation of EPCOT and a highlight of the newly named World Celebration neighborhood. (David Roark, Photographer)

Connections Café & Eatery opens April 27, 2022, inside EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The new location features two distinct experiences all under one roof – an eatery on one side serving lunch and dinner menus, and a café and pastry shop on the other open all day. This large new dining location is the next step in the ongoing transformation of EPCOT and a highlight of the newly named World Celebration neighborhood. (David Roark, Photographer)

Connections Café & Eatery opens April 27, 2022, inside EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The new location features two distinct experiences all under one roof – an eatery on one side serving lunch and dinner menus, and a café and pastry shop on the other open all day. This large new dining location is the next step in the ongoing transformation of EPCOT and a highlight of the newly named World Celebration neighborhood. (David Roark, Photographer)

Connections Café & Eatery opens April 27, 2022, inside EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The new location features two distinct experiences all under one roof – an eatery on one side serving lunch and dinner menus, and a café and pastry shop on the other open all day. This large new dining location is the next step in the ongoing transformation of EPCOT and a highlight of the newly named World Celebration neighborhood. (David Roark, Photographer)

Connections Café & Eatery in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features three original floor inlays inspired by Walt Disney’s 1966 “Florida Project” site plans, where EPCOT was to serve as the literal and conceptual “center” of Walt Disney World Resort. The park’s original DNA is woven throughout Connections Café and Eatery, the latest example of how the EPCOT transformation honors the past while moving forward into the future. (David Roark, Photography)

Connections Café & Eatery opens April 27, 2022, inside EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The new location features two distinct experiences all under one roof – an eatery on one side serving lunch and dinner menus, and a café and pastry shop on the other open all day. This large new dining location is the next step in the ongoing transformation of EPCOT and a highlight of the newly named World Celebration neighborhood. (David Roark, Photographer)

The grand opening for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is set for Oct. 1, 2021, at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The family-friendly attraction makes guests feel as if they shrink to the size of Chef Remy as they scurry through Gusteau’s restaurant. It will open in an expanded section of the park’s France pavilion and will open as part of the 50th anniversary celebration for Walt Disney World. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

The grand opening for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is set for Oct. 1, 2021, at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The family-friendly attraction makes guests feel as if they shrink to the size of Chef Remy as they scurry through Gusteau’s restaurant. It will open in an expanded section of the park’s France pavilion and will open as part of the 50th anniversary celebration for Walt Disney World. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

The real is made fantastic in a reimagining of Paris in a new section of the France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., featuring the new family-friendly attraction Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and new restaurant La Crêperie de Paris. The grand opening for the pavilion’s new section is set for Oct. 1, 2021, in honor of the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. (Kent Phillips, photographer)

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Luis Fonsi and his wife, Agueda López, celebrated the birthdays of their children Rocco and Mikaela at EPCOT theme park in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Dec. 21, 2020. Fonsi and his family enjoyed a preview of the Remy's Ratatouille Adventure attraction in development in the park at Walt Disney World Resort. (Todd Anderson, photographer) El cantautor puertorriqueño Luis Fonsi y su esposa, Águeda López, celebraron los cumpleaños de sus hijos Rocco y Mikaela en el parque temático EPCOT en Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 21 de diciembre de 2020. Fonsi y su familia disfrutaron de un vistazo previo de la atracción Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure que está en construcción en el parque en Walt Disney World Resort. (Todd Anderson, fotógrafo)

Chef Skinner’s scooter and Chef Colette’s motorbike are some of the “Ratatouille” details found within the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

This themed manhole cover is just one of many Remy-themed details throughout the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

Gusteau magically invites guests to join Chef Remy for a special meal in the attraction queue for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

Guests enter a French artist’s loft featuring French-inspired paintings, cupboards filled with art supplies and two magical canvases that come to life in the queue for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

A “Ratatouille”-inspired fountain features rats holding bottles and flutes of champagne as water shoots out of the bottles toward the top basin in the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Chef Remy stands atop the fountain wearing his classic French toque (hat) and holding a cooking spoon. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

A Remy motif runs like the detail found on this bench runs throughout the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

La Crêperie de Paris offers both table- and quick-service options for traditional French crepes. The new restaurant opens Oct. 1, 2021, in the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is a family-friendly attraction where guests feel as if they shrink to the size of a rat and race through Gusteau’s restaurant in the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

The iconic Gusteau’s restaurant sign hangs in the distance past the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure attraction in the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

A “Ratatouille”-inspired fountain features rats holding bottles and flutes of champagne as water shoots out of the bottles toward the top basin in the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Chef Remy stands atop the fountain wearing his classic French toque (hat) and holding a cooking spoon. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is a family-friendly attraction where guests feel as if they shrink to the size of a rat and race through Gusteau’s restaurant in the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

Guests can peer into La Cave D’Ego, a wine shop owned by famed food critic Anton Ego, in the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The vintages of wine bottles on display hold special significance to the “Ratatouille” story in both the film and Disney parks. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

La Crêperie de Paris offers both table- and quick-service options for traditional French crepes. The new restaurant opens Oct. 1, 2021, in the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

Posters depicting Remy, Linguini and Chef Skinner from “Ratatouille” hang in the queue for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, the new attraction inside the expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

Guests can peer into La Cave D’Ego, a wine shop owned by famed food critic Anton Ego, in the newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The vintages of wine bottles on display hold special significance to the “Ratatouille” story in both the film and Disney parks. (Harrison Cooney, photographer)

The newly expanded France pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features a cast-iron arcade that serves as a transition from real-world France to the fantastical vision of Paris from “Ratatouille.” (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

New to Walt Disney World Resort is Creations Shop, the flagship merchandise destination at EPCOT. The recent grand opening of Creations Shop marks another key milestone in the historic transformation journey of EPCOT.

New to Walt Disney World Resort is Creations Shop, the flagship merchandise destination at EPCOT. The recent grand opening of Creations Shop marks another key milestone in the historic transformation journey of EPCOT.

New to Walt Disney World Resort is Creations Shop, the flagship merchandise destination at EPCOT. The recent grand opening of Creations Shop marks another key milestone in the historic transformation journey of EPCOT.

New to Walt Disney World Resort is Creations Shop, the flagship merchandise destination at EPCOT. The recent grand opening of Creations Shop marks another key milestone in the historic transformation journey of EPCOT.

New to Walt Disney World Resort is Creations Shop, the flagship merchandise destination at EPCOT. The recent grand opening of Creations Shop marks another key milestone in the historic transformation journey of EPCOT.

New to Walt Disney World Resort is Creations Shop, the flagship merchandise destination at EPCOT. The recent grand opening of Creations Shop marks another key milestone in the historic transformation journey of EPCOT.

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Guests check out the “grow zone” inside Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests into a virtual space elevator to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests into a virtual space elevator to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Space 220 Restaurant offers the “height of dining” at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The first-of-its-kind concept opens Sept. 27, 2021, inviting guests to feel as if they travel 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station for lunch or dinner. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Flags of six original EPCOT icons were raised for the first time on March 3, 2021, at the main entrance of the Walt Disney World Resort theme park in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The flags now flank Spaceship Earth and, along with new lighting and music in the entrance plaza, mark the latest milestone in the historic transformation of EPCOT currently underway. (David Roark, photographer)

Flags of six original EPCOT icons were raised for the first time on March 3, 2021, at the main entrance of the Walt Disney World Resort theme park in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The flags now flank Spaceship Earth and, along with new lighting and music in the entrance plaza, mark the latest milestone in the historic transformation of EPCOT currently underway. (David Roark, photographer)

Flags of six original EPCOT icons were raised for the first time on March 3, 2021, at the main entrance of the Walt Disney World Resort theme park in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The flags now flank Spaceship Earth and, along with new lighting and music in the entrance plaza, mark the latest milestone in the historic transformation of EPCOT currently underway. (David Roark, photographer)

Flags of six original EPCOT icons were raised for the first time on March 3, 2021, at the main entrance of the Walt Disney World Resort theme park in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The flags now flank Spaceship Earth and, along with new lighting and music in the entrance plaza, mark the latest milestone in the historic transformation of EPCOT currently underway. (David Roark, photographer)