Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[inkedupmomma]

Can anyone tell me where this email was sent from? Is it through Chase or Disney? Also, does this cover all the stuff that is included in the field force package as well?tia

 

[yulilin3]

Can anyone tell me where this email was sent from? Is it through Chase or Disney? Also, does this cover all the stuff that is included in the field force package as well?tia

this was sent thru Disney VIP services to people that did the VIP tour last year, to have a heads up to book before they release it later on.
The VIP does cover everything that's included in the FtF , parade viewing, dessert party and fireworks viewing

 

[inkedupmomma]

Boy you are quick! Ty for your reply. I wonder if they will lower the cost of the FtF package?

 

[yulilin3]

they have an answering machine saying that it's a dedicated line for returning VIP SWW package and ultimate fans
If interested I would just call and leave my information. I have to go in a bit so I didn't leave my info for them to call me back today since I won't be able to answer my phone but if anyone is calling today could you ask:
Is the Vader meet at his dedicated line or will he be available to meet with the VIPs before the park opens, say Darth's Mall?
Is the reserved seating including all SWW shows?
It sounds like the dessert party for VIPs will be separate from the FtF dessert party, where will it be?

 

[yulilin3]

Boy you are quick! Ty for your reply. I wonder if they will lower the cost of the FtF package?

I seriously doubt it. Last year was a steal compared to the prices for the Frozen Summer Fun and the Frozen dessert party during Osborne lights

 

[inkedupmomma]

I seriously doubt it. Last year was a steal compared to the prices for the Frozen Summer Fun and the Frozen dessert party during Osborne lights

Man, I am trying to justify this price now that is less than what I originally thought. What is most worth it in your opinion?

 

[yulilin3]

Man, I am trying to justify this price now that is less than what I originally thought. What is most worth it in your opinion?

I'm thinking it's going to be around the $70 range. As to is it worth it, again, totally up to you. We did it last year and loved the dessert party, the parade viwqing was fine but we usually don't mind waiting 2 hours in our favorite shady spot. This tear we already decided not to do it, I can buy desserts and drinks and sit on Echo Lake waiting for fireworks and it'll be way cheaper. But it's always nice to have a dedicated, reserved area for both events

 

[inkedupmomma]

I'm thinking it's going to be around the $70 range. As to is it worth it, again, totally up to you. We did it last year and loved the dessert party, the parade viwqing was fine but we usually don't mind waiting 2 hours in our favorite shady spot. This tear we already decided not to do it, I can buy desserts and drinks and sit on Echo Lake waiting for fireworks and it'll be way cheaper. But it's always nice to have a dedicated, reserved area for both events

Oops, I meant the vip package. The FtF does seem a bit silly, but I may choose to do it anyway. But the vip isn't much more once I figure in the meals we already have booked, visa discount and ft. cost difference...

 

[mmafan]

Color me super surprised!! Not only did they add things to the package they lowered the price. This is awesome. Still can't afford it, anyone going please report back.....maybe I'll start a gofundme campaing

it will be a deff for me...just don't know to do it Friday or Saturday???on the first weekend

 

[yulilin3]

Just got off the phone with VIP tours:
The Vader meet and greet will be private and right after the shopping portion, so before the park opens
Seating for the shows:
They will escort you to reserved seating for SoTS and BtF and then give you a fp for Obi Wan and Beyond
The dessert party and fireworks viewing will be with the FtF people but for the parade there will be a separate space for VIP
Feel the Force will come out later this month and he said they will have enhances to the dessert party, it'll be larger space because of the Hat removal.
Alright guys, have to go for the day, will probably check the thread tonight

 

[Wendybird55]

Thanks for the info regarding VIP tour. I just called the number and left my information. I am assuming (hoping) they call me back even though I didn't do it last year. I did leave my name and number a few weeks ago with them when I got the Disney Visa mailing. At $399 I don't think it's that bad a deal...especially with 15% discount (I'm Disney Visa and AP). This will be our first SWW and it is very tempting to enjoy it with a little VIP treatment especially since we are not as familiar with this event. So. I'll see if they call back...Does anyone know the maximum amount of people they allow per VIP group?

 

[mouseguy77]

Wow! The VIP package is looking very tempting! Is it limited to a certain number each day of SWW, also with the vip seating for the talk shows would you still need to get a fp for them or will the package guarantee your entry? How much is the tax in Florida? what kind of price are we looking at in total $450 or more $500? Thanks

Just booked my package. Total price, without any discounts, was $424.94.

 

[Skywise]

Feel the Force will come out later this month and he said they will have enhances to the dessert party,

And enhances to the price! Amirite!? Huh?! Huh?!

 

[Itinkso]

Join the SWW Roll Call...
I would like to add in everyone who wants to be listed on the Roll Call before FTF becomes available. I'll be able to easily paste it into the listings...thanks!!
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3358654

 

[tigger1972]

Just got off the phone with VIP tours:
The Vader meet and greet will be private and right after the shopping portion, so before the park opens
Seating for the shows:
They will escort you to reserved seating for SoTS and BtF and then give you a fp for Obi Wan and Beyond
The dessert party and fireworks viewing will be with the FtF people but for the parade there will be a separate space for VIP
Feel the Force will come out later this month and he said they will have enhances to the dessert party, it'll be larger space because of the Hat removal.
Alright guys, have to go for the day, will probably check the thread tonight

Alright, just booked this for DS and me using our Annual Pass discount.

CM told me that there will be portions of the tour where we will be asked to put away our cameras because there will be "TOP SECRET Stuff" that may or may not involve Episode VII.

Oh!!
My!!
Gosh!!!!!!

Thanks all for the great info!

Tigger1972

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Alright, just booked this for my son and me using our Annual Pass discount.

CM told me that there will be portions of the tour where we will be asked to put away our cameras because there will be "TOP SECRET Stuff" that may or may not involve Episode VII.

Oh!!
My!!
Gosh!!!!!!

Thanks all for the great info!

Tigger1972

Awesome!! Did you do this VIP package last year??

 

[cmaee]

Alright, just booked this for my son and me using our Annual Pass discount.

If you don't mind sharing, how much was the price with the discount?

 

[tigger1972]

Awesome!! Did you do this VIP package last year??

We did not. DS is so excited. Total for two of us with AP discount came to $732.

Thanks again to mouseguy and everyone else for the heads up!

 

[Crew-JTA]

Did they say what the cancellation policy is?

 

[tigger1972]

7-day cancellation policy.