DL newbie again

[Castillofabfive]

we are a DW family, even booked our first Disney cruise later this year. But it's been about 7 years since we've gone to DL. My goodness, it has changed...

We are going to DL next month, I saw there are Star Wars meet & greets, is that for Visa card holders ONLY?

Any must eat restaurants for dinner? At either park?

Are there fast passes at DL?

Thanks so much! Looking for any tips!

 

[Disney_Alli]

we are a DW family, even booked our first Disney cruise later this year. But it's been about 7 years since we've gone to DL. My goodness, it has changed...

1) We are going to DL next month, I saw there are Star Wars meet & greets, is that for Visa card holders ONLY?

2) Any must eat restaurants for dinner? At either park?

3) Are there fast passes at DL?

Thanks so much! Looking for any tips!

1) There are Star Wars meets available to anyone with Chewie and a Dark Side character - when I was last there it was Kylo Ren but I believe Darth Vader may have returned.

2) I'd say Carthay Circle in DCA and either Blue Bayou or Cafe Orleans on the DL side

3) There are fast passes at DL for the moment it's old school paper fast passes only still - though they have anounced a digital option called MaxPass it has not started yet and the start date still hasn't been announced.

 

[theluckyrabbit]

This thread will give you lots of helpful information: A DLR Guide for WDW Vets.

 

[Xenorye]

This thread also has a lot of good, relevant information: List of Changes Since 2014

 

[GenGen22]

For Disney Chase Visa members for the SW meet & greet you can get a free downloadable picture but not for debit card members this is the perk that's offered for being a member.

 

[GenGen22]

The most interesting restaurant that DL offers is the Blue Bayou as it's inside of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. So, you will see boats from the ride pass by as you eat.