Notice the average Disney Park visitors in the photo above as they wait in frustration... that's because none of them had any idea that the World Showcase bridge was going to lift up blocking them from getting to their Epcot destinations.

My party was among the many park visitors who were told to wait as a very slow moving boat filled with Illuminations props passes by into the large lagoon for the show later tonight. I was told the bridge comes up a few times during the day to allow several boats through and that sometimes the wait can last as long as 25 minutes.

The bridge itself is located just between the China pavilion and the Germany pavilion. I did notice an angry woman complain to the Cast Member behind the steel gate get an ear full because she was going to be late for her lunch reservation for the San Angel Inn inside the Mexico pavilion. What the hell, was this Cast Member going to bring the bridge down just for her so she can make her lousy appointment that can easily be rescheduled?

People, please don't expect everything to go your way while visiting at a Disney Park. Mickey happens. If you find yourself late for an appointment then don't worry because the employees at that resturant will understand that you, the average park visitor, can be late due to situations/events that are sometimes out of your control.

I was also told this bridge problem only happens during the middle of the day. If you find yourself in this situation then check out some nearby shops or take a seat and just relax.