WDW Hollywood Studios: General Discussion

[Matt N]

For those who haven’t seen the itinerary, this article by the Orlando Informer gives a good idea of what guests can expect: https://orlandoinformer.com/blog/heres-what-4000-will-get-you-at-the-star-wars-hotel/


It all sounds pretty hands-on, doesn’t it? I’ll admit that sort of thing isn’t really my cup of tea, but I know there’s many people out there who would love this sort of thing!

 

[Rick]

You would need to pay me four grand to do that.

 

[jon81uk]

There is a summery image at WDWMagic too https://www.wdwmagic.com/resorts/st...worlds-star-wars-themed-resort-experience.htm

I've seen a lot of comments people are making about the fact its a hotel in Florida without a pool being a reason they will never go. But its a 45 hour experience, when you are paying $100 an hour for two people you don't want to be lounging in a pool, that can be done at another hotel later!

 

[Danny]

Disney could sell a literal turd in the park's gift shops for hundreds of dollars, and there are some guests who would still happily hand over their cash for it.

Absurd.

 

[jon81uk]

Disney could sell a literal turd in the park's gift shops for hundreds of dollars, and there are some guests who would still happily hand over their cash for it.

Absurd.

Disney have actually sold poop shaped candy in the past
https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015...and-the-poop-candy-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/

 

[Danny]

Disney have actually sold poop shaped candy in the past
https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015...and-the-poop-candy-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/

Wow, Merlin really are second only to Disney by selling the poop emoji sweets.

 

[Matt N]

It has now been confirmed that the Galactic Starcruiser’s first “voyage” will be on 1st March 2022.

It would also appear that not all activities are included in the price, with 4 of the activities being upcharges: https://insidethemagic.net/2021/10/disney-starcruiser-not-all-inclusive-rwb1/

 

[Skyscraper]

Disney have revealed some of the characters that guests will meet onboard the Galactic Starcruiser;

https://blooloop.com/theme-park/news/star-wars-galactic-starcruiser-characters/

 

[Skyscraper]

Bump!

The welcome video that guests with bookings are starting to receive has been leaked online. (Spoilered in case anyone doesn't want to see anything)

Spoiler

 

[Skyscraper]

Bump! (again)

Well, it looks like the "shuttle" that guests will take from the hotel to Galaxy's Edge is... Wait for it... A box truck

https://wdwnt.com/2022/01/photos-bo...-wars-galactic-starcruiser-shuttle-transport/

 

[John_P]

Why would Disney (or any company) waste money themeing something guests will never actually see (providing everything works as planned).

 

[Matt N]

I guess they probably want it to look somewhat inconspicuous; they wouldn’t want anything damaging the immersion!

 

[Skyscraper]

Full walkthrough, courtesy of Theme Park Review!

Spoiler

 

[Burbs]

Bumping this ol' thread!

I've been at Hollywood Studios today and, despite that I'll be writing a full trip report in due course, I just had to mention it here while it's fresh in my mind. Galaxy's Edge, Smugglers Run and in particular Rise of the Resistance are insane!

I'm no Star Wars fan, but WOW. The immersion and attention to detail is stunning across the area, and Rise, well, is truly something else. An incredible feat.

 

[Joel]

Good news everyone…


From: https://youtu.be/KVpr71MSYV4


Fantasmic is back!

And for once it looks like they have actually improved the show rather than makes lots of changes under the guide of improvements that turn out to be terrible….

It seems they have refreshed the lighting package as well as fountains and effects, and presumably the audio too (although difficult to tell from the video), and it looks gooood!

New scenes seem to be pretty good too. Only thing I’ve picked up on is…. where’s pyro Mickey hands gone?!!

The video was from the cast member preview on the 1st, last nights Media and VIP preview was unfortunately cancelled half way through due to lightning, and tonight is the first public showing… so be interesting to see how Hollywood Studios copes with the crowds tonight!

Hopefully a few more good videos will come out too… not that I’m jealous it didn’t reopen a month ago and I could have seen it in person

 

[Imagination]

This looks great! It’s SUCH an improvement compared to Fantasmic 2.0 at Disneyland.

Thank God Elizabeth from POC didn’t make the cut in this version. IMAGINE. But in all seriousness, the lighting package and fountain package look great. The show feels so fresh yet nostalgic and I love that about it.

I just wish Aladdin wasn’t so long, I would have preferred a longer Moana segment we get Jaguar section AND Aladdin now.