D23 EXPO 2019 Superthread - dates announced!

[hjgaus]

4. They haven't yet decided how the extra reservations (if any) will be distributed. From the context of the conversation, it sounded very much like they intend to give reservations to hotel guests first, then AP holders, then others -- but none of that is firm. He just kept mentioning AP holders even though I am not one and I didn't bring it up, so it really sounds like they're contemplating special access.

5. As of right now, anyone who has a reservation from staying in a hotel will be disqualified from seeking a second reservation in whatever extra reservation system they set up. That may change. (I hope it does, I'd love to be able to double dip and visit SWGE for two time blocks in one trip.)

So..... if you have 1 day DLR hotel reservation PLUS you are a Signature AP holder you may receive 2 reservations entrances to SWGE ???

I know that may NOT be official BUT is that even a possibility ???

 

[Lesley Wake]

So..... if you have 1 day DLR hotel reservation PLUS you are a Signature AP holder you may receive 2 reservations entrances to SWGE ???

I know that may NOT be official BUT is that even a possibility ???

That is the hope. So you get 1 pass with your hotel stay and one where you compete with everyone else. We just don't know yet.

 

[CarolynFH]

SOOO helpful! Thanks to all of you!

 

[CarolynFH]

Just bought tickets and booked travel for this year yesterday so bumping this thread in case y’all have more comments and advice! Thanks - I appreciate the links to trip reports etc.

 

[RedM94]

That is the hope. So you get 1 pass with your hotel stay and one where you compete with everyone else. We just don't know yet.

My hope is that by splitting my hotel stay into two separate reservations, I will have access to two guaranteed reservations.

 

[LizzyS]

Now that it's been announced that Celebration is in Anaheim for 2020, I'm really thinking about a dual trip for it & Disneyland. I'm super curious to see how Galaxy's Edge access works out in the upcoming months!

 

[alvernon90]

My hope is that by splitting my hotel stay into two separate reservations, I will have access to two guaranteed reservations.

This is probably a better hope, but I think it is still not guaranteed. Whatever method they are using to make sure hotel guests cannot double dip in the free reservation process will probably also be used to prevent hotel hoppers from double dipping. But maybe not.

The problem, I think, is that they would not have enough reservations if every hotel guest was there on a one night stay. They need some people to take multiple nights but a single SWGE entry. That problem would be even worse if hotel hopping were allowed, so something tells me they will not allow it.

 

[disneylover102]

I just hope non hotel guests and non AP holders can have a chance at reservations because there’s no way we’re paying all that $$ for hotel reservations for 6 people.

 

[Sydnerella]

Well, Im in the camp that I am paying the additional money to stay on-site so would love a guarantee - within reason - of access to SWGE as a 7 night staying resort guest in August. Similar to an EMH benefit or the guaranteed reservation before June 24. Seems like a reasonable accommodation.

I just hope non hotel guests and non AP holders can have a chance at reservations because there’s no way we’re paying all that $$ for hotel reservations for 6 people.

 

[rteetz]

Announced to Cast yesterday, there will be Cast previews of SWGE. Cast is blocked out from May 15th through August 31st.

 

[agamble]

Announced to Cast yesterday, there will be Cast previews of SWGE. Cast is blocked out from May 15th through August 31st.

Good. They should get to ride. If Disney needs "test dummies" it should be the dedicated staff.

 

[pharmama]

I'm surprised there's still no paid preview events prior to 5/31... anyone think this still might happen?

 

[Lesley Wake]

I'm surprised there's still no paid preview events prior to 5/31... anyone think this still might happen?

I don't know. If anything, it would be the night before (that's the way they've done it with Guardians and Pixar Pier). But I feel like any event would sell out instantly.

 

[Skyegirl1999]

I'm surprised there's still no paid preview events prior to 5/31... anyone think this still might happen?

They said there wouldn’t be any. I mean, I guess they could change their mind, but doesn’t look like it at this point...

I’m shocked by it. Honestly shocked.

 

[Tortman]

not sure if this can be answered or not but we hit Disney every two years but have thought of putting it off this year per Star Wars land opening.

I had a buddy tell me they are only letting so many folks in a day, no fast passes etc. is this true or is there somewhere I can read on it to better prepare ourselves if we go this year?


Thanks

 

[midnight star]

I'm surprised there's still no paid preview events prior to 5/31... anyone think this still might happen?

I remember seeing people posting screen shots of them asking the Disneyland annual passholder page if there would be and they said no..and it was the same answer for everyone. Not multiple answers like we all get from time to time. I’m also shocked. I mean, I had no intention of paying for a preview but I know people are willing to.

 

[theluckyrabbit]

... is there somewhere I can read on it to better prepare ourselves if we go this year?
Thanks

This article has good basic information: https://www.mouseplanet.com/12340/Get_Your_Boarding_Pass_to_Batuu. Start there, then come back to this thread with further questions.

 

[theluckyrabbit]

They said there wouldn’t be any. I mean, I guess they could change their mind, but doesn’t look like it at this point...

I’m shocked by it. Honestly shocked.

The Disney fan part of me is shocked, but the budget/bank account part of me is so relieved.

 

[Barnabus Collins]

I am so excited for SWGE to open. I will be there on day one ready to go.

 

[B3rlingirl]

I am think of a couple reasons for not having any paid preview events...

The booking process of the event would have been a night mare and might have resulted in a server crash because so many would want to book it immediately and there really wouldn’t be enough tickets ...
They way they handled it now is pretty fair and straightforward (at least to this point before they announce how to reserve without booking onsite). The way it is now there is less of an chaos because there isn’t just that one night (or couple of nights) but just the beginning of „regular“ operation...

And then I kind of think of that opnening now as a „paid preview“. Because it won’t be fully ready and just one rode operating... so all those crazy Star Wars Fans wanna go right away in June to experience it! And then when Disney opens the 2nd ride all those crazy Star Wars fans want to go again as soon as possible... so that means 2 trips! Depending on the opening dates just a couple of month apart...