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I Went Back to EPCOT Alone… Here’s What I Missed

Lauren Joya | Disney Diaries
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👁️ 90 views📅 2 months ago⏱️ 13:44
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for Solo

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I am here at Epcot and I am solo without child.

I really, really appreciate that she gave me this alone time cuz this was just amazing.

Do not come on the weekend. It was absolutely insane when we came here on Saturday.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Plan for 2 hours to try festival booths, snacks, and drinks.
Use solo time to explore without guilt, especially as a parent.

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Feeling guilty about going alone without daughterAppreciate alone time and thank family for support.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow much can you realistically get done in 2 hours at EPCOT?
QWhat is it like doing EPCOT alone as a Disney mom?
QWhat are tips for navigating EPCOT during busy weekends?

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YouTube Video Description

After the long lines during our first EPCOT day, I realized I didn’t get to finish everything I had planned for the Festival of the Arts 2026. So I went back to EPCOT for two hours — solo — to try the festival booths, snacks, and drinks we missed! In this vlog I share: • Festival of the Arts food & drink reviews • How much you can realistically get done in 2 hours • Tips for navigating EPCOT during busy weekends • What it’s like doing EPCOT alone as a Disney mom If you’re planning an EPCOT Festival of the Arts trip in 2026, this will help you decide what to prioritize! Don’t forget to subscribe for more Disney vlogs, planning tips, and family travel content. Welcome to my magical corner of YouTube! I’m Lauren, your Disney Bestie sharing my Disney Diaries. I'm a Disney-loving mom sharing real-life Disney World vlogs, toddler-friendly tips, resort room tours, park planning guides, and pack-with-me videos for your next magical vacation. Follow along as I take you inside Walt Disney World’s parks, resorts, and best attractions — from Genie+ and Lightning Lane strategies to stroller-friendly ride reviews, Disney mom outfits, and hotel room tours at Beach Club, Pop Century, All-Star Movies, and more! 🎢 New videos every week on Sundays and Wednesdays! 🎒 Don’t miss my Disney packing tips, travel prep routines, and honest reviews for traveling to Disney with kids. 🎥 Camera + Power Vlogging camera (compact & Disney-friendly) 👉 https://amzn.to/422ah3s Replacement camera batteries (must for park days) 👉 https://amzn.to/3HpVQNe 🤳 Stabilization & Setup Camera grip / gimbal (smooth walk-and-talk shots) 👉 https://amzn.to/3vyTBUU Pink phone tripod (perfect for reels + hotel shots) 👉 https://amzn.to/48T8gIQ 🎵where I get my music- https://share.epidemicsound.com/iuxdmk ✨ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! 📷Follow Along on Social Instagram and Tiktok { / its.laurennicole } my Pinterest- https://pin.it/6BxFilr 🛍️ Favorite Items to Order for Disney from Amazon 🌬️ Fans & Power (absolute Disney game-changers) Handheld fan (ride + line saver) 👉 https://amzn.to/4gVoyGy Stroller fan (must for toddlers) 👉 https://amzn.to/3K5mnRo Portable phone charger / power bank 👉 https://amzn.to/3SWS0Si FuelRods (FREE swaps at Disney & Universal!) 👉 https://amzn.to/3OiDstA 👶 With Kids / Hotel Room Must-Haves Disposable diaper pails (hotel lifesaver) 👉 https://amzn.to/44GMZAe Mickey handheld fan (cute + practical) 👉 https://amzn.to/44Mophl Mickey stroller sling 👉 https://amzn.to/3NTTrgx 🎒 Packing & Organization Mesh packing pouches 👉 https://amzn.to/46VMuUY Compact makeup bag (great quality) 👉 https://amzn.to/3G8G34p Large LV-style cosmetic bag (dupe) 👉 https://amzn.to/3MNqfYC ✨ Travel Day Essentials Under-seat luggage (counts as personal item!) 👉 https://amzn.to/3szOdQu Frownies (travel skin prep) 👉 https://amzn.to/48I9TfB Favorite sandals for Disney days 👉 https://amzn.to/4mJiUZq Disney socks 👉 https://amzn.to/4gZQxVG Travel day outfit 👉 https://amzn.to/4nZJFK6 🚢 Favorite Disney Cruise Essentials (All tested + cruise-approved) 🧲 Stateroom Organization Frozen-themed magnets 👉 https://amzn.to/3DqKXw0 Pirate Night magnets 👉 https://amzn.to/4iNWkx8 ☀️ Pool Deck & Excursions Sunscreen bottle flask 👉 https://amzn.to/4izLn2I Beach towel chair clips 👉 https://amzn.to/4bZL7aI 👕 Cruise Clothing & Accessories Pirate Night women’s shirt 👉 https://amzn.to/4huDLx3 Family passport holder 👉 https://amzn.to/4ius4aS 6-port USB charger (stateroom must) 👉 https://amzn.to/4hCyrrt Cruise clothesline 👉 https://amzn.to/4kOhugq Popup laundry hamper 👉 https://amzn.to/4iSSOSm Medicine organizer bag 👉 https://amzn.to/4kNiP7h Ginger chews (motion sickness help) 👉 https://amzn.to/4kSnCV6 🔗 My Amazon Storefront 🛒 Shop everything here: 👉 https://www.amazon.com/shop/its.laurennicole for business inquiries please contact itslaurennicole@yahoo.com favorite travel agent website: www.tracyatswanandsparrowtravel.com ________ FTC disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through these links, I may make a small commission. #DisneyWorldVlog #PackWithMe #DisneyMom #DisneyWithToddlers #DisneyPlanning #DisneyRoomTour