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Epcot takes riders to Mars; lets them use kiosk while waiting

July 2, 2003

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.-While awaiting their turn on the newest thrill ride at Walt Disney World's Epcot, people will be able to send e-mail with amusing, space-themed messages from a kiosk.

Mission: Space, a simulated rocket flight to Mars, open Aug. 15, according to a story in News4Jax.com.

The plaza outside the ride features three huge spheres, representing Earth, the moon and Jupiter; the moon sphere has 29 small plaques placed in the exact locations of the American and Soviet missions there, manned and unmanned.

The waiting area outside the ride's exits features a children's play area, video games and the e-mail kiosk, the story said.