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GPS, texting, mobile video, RFID? It’s a new “ride” at Disney’s Epcot

Disney’s Epcot always struck me as close but missing the mark. Sure I love the German umpa bands and the Mexico tour but it just wasn’t the thrill ride of other parks. That may be changing with the Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure that takes park goers on secret missions full of surprises.

Upon checking in, guests are given a flip-phone to receive their clues and instructions. The whole Adventure is woven into Epcot so park goers not playing don’t even realize anything was changed, very low key and ups the game play interest. Kim Possible is Disney’s animated kid-friendly 007 like cartoon that centers around a very capable girl. In keeping with the theme, the issued flip phones are called Kimmunicators.

Fun with Google Earth Walt Disney World 3D

Spend long enough on Google Earth and it can quickly get addicting, particularly if you’re the type who loves travel. Google Earth offers a whole new world (quite literally) of fun and adventure.

One of the most enlightening features of Google Earth is the Walt Disney World 3D layer. This layer allows users to view the many attractions of the magical Orlando, Florida-based resort in three dimensions.

Users can take a virtual walk down Main Street in Magic Kingdom, gaze in fear at the new Expedition Everest ride in Disney’s Animal Kingdom park, or explore any one of 22 themed Disney resorts in 3D. Other fun Google Earth virtual adventures at await the user at Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Keep reading to see how you can have a virtual vacation.