In celebration of Test Track 3.0 opening today, take a look back at this concept imagining how the attraction could take shape at Shanghai’s 2nd gate.

Last week I posted the final to my idea for a 2nd park at Shanghai Disney Resort. Here it is in context with the surrounding resort area. #ShanghaiDisneyResort #EpcotCenter #ArmchairImagineering

Final: A 2nd Gate for Shanghai Disney Resort Shanghai Epcot Center #ArmchairImagineering

Now we’ve journeyed through every stop on the World Showcase: Asia, Europe, Africa, the Americas, Oceania all represented. A full circle of culture, story, and spectacle from around the world, brought to life in one unforgettable experience. #Epcot #WorldShowcase

The South Africa Pavilion blends colonial and indigenous styles, with a balloon ride over the continent and a thrilling river adventures through Blyde River Canyon—complete with wildlife and myth. Food, music, and culture round out this vivid adventure. #ShanghaiDisney #Epcot #SouthAfrica

Capturing the early spirit of the republic, the American pavilion is rich in colonial tradition and storybook patriotism, marked by tall steeples and cupolas that rise above the trees and catch the eye across the lagoon. #ShanghaiDisney #Epcot #WorldShowcase #USA

This compact pavilion offers a rich blend of experiences: live music in a glade, character meet & greets, a waterfront bar, cultural center, both table and quick service dining, a theater film, and a ‘fun for the whole family’ Disney boat ride. #ShanghaiDisney #Epcot #WorldShowcase #Brazil

The Wonder of China Pavilion does more as a host pavilion to The World Showcase going beyond the recognizable edifice to show a broader look at the nation’s culture rich regions and legendary mystique of its landscape. #ShanghaiDisney #Epcot #WorldShowcase #China

The India Pavilion blends rich culture and architectural craftsmanship in a lush jungle landscape. With vibrant markets, authentic cuisine, and a family-friendly flume ride, it makes a captivating addition to Shanghai’s World Showcase. #ShanghaiDisneyResort #EpcotCenter #WorldShowcase #India

The Russia Pavilion is charming and grand and speaks to greatness of its people. Although the plans doomed to materialize in Florida, maybe they can exist here in Shanghai Disney Resort. #ShanghaiDisneyResort #EpcotCenter #WorldShowcase #RussianPavilion

The Polynesian Outpost: This plan brings together Polynesian experiences from across the Disney Parks into one cohesive outpost, offering a richer experience than Florida’s outpost that feels more like an afterthought. #WorldShowcase #PolynesianOutpost

Continuing our journey through Shanghai’s Epcot Center, we now enter the World Showcase. #ShanghaiDisneyResort #EpcotCenter #WorldShowcase

The original magic of Imagination is brought back to life in this reimagining of the classic 1983’s Epcot Center pavilion while guiding dreamers to turn sparks of inspiration into the boundless creations of imagination. #EpcotCenter #Imagination

Through the gate to the left of the central plaza, we enter the more organic side of the park: Epcot Nature. Here, each pavilion is obscured behind a tree-covered berm with glass geometric forms rising above the canopy. #EpcotNature

Through the gate to the right of Epcot Center Plaza, the path leads to Epcot Discovery, home to the Speed, Space, and Horizons Pavilions, plus the Home of the Future.

This area serves as the crossroads to the entire park experience. From here, paths extend in every direction making it the central jumping-off point for all that Epcot has to offer. #ShanghaiDisneyResort #EpcotCenter

Park Entry: The welcome plaza offers a few inviting paths: make a beeline for Spaceship Earth entrance, pause by the fountain, or stroll beneath the towering presence of the iconic sphere. The park awaits.

Shanghai Disney Resort’s 2nd Gate: EPCOT Center #ShanghaiDisneyResort #EpcotCenter

With today marking the final day of EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival, I’ve been reflecting on what I’d love to see in the upcoming International Food & Wine Festival. #EpcotFlowerAndGarden #EpcotFoodAndWine

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