Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[RedM94]

ADR Cancelation

I have an ADR for May 29th at 50's prime time for 5:05. If you want to coordinate, please let me know. I am not a big face book person, so if anyone wants to post this to that thread, please let me know.

 

[lvstitch]

@lvstitch

Yes, the old Disney hangover is tough to shake. You are my son's favorite on this thread as he loves Stitch also.

Did you do the Obi Wan show after the tour ended? If so, did you have the same reserved seating as the earlier shows? Also did you go back to Darth's Mall during any of your breaks? If yes, did you get the same VIP access?

Hmm, Yankees fan? Are you from the NE also?

No we didn't go back to the 7pm show but they told us we could go in through same entrance as long as we kept our VIP lanyard on. No on the Mall too (we took a 2 hour break) so sorry couldn't help on either.

We are originally from New York.

This was my favorite purchase of the trip

 

[itsthatdisneygirl]

Just an FYI both the MDE app AND the site seem to be having issues. I about had a heart attack when I went to go and try to copy my FP's for my friends and he only thing showing was my June 13th ADR for Rebel Lounge. If they had lost my FP's for this weekend and Frank OZ FP Disney would have been getting a not so friendly personal visit.

On a side note I'm in need of a TSMM FP for this Satuday the 23rd around 4:25-5:10 if anyone has one that doesn't need it please let me know. And I'm still looking for a Rebel Lounge for 4 that night as well.

Otherwise no matter what I'm looking forward to seeing more of y'all this coming weekend.

 

[MakiraMarlena]

In the article it recommended lining up at 9 even with the FTF package... Is that really true!? And do they have a kids area this year?

If you want to be standing right at the rope or directly behind the kids' area or wheelchair area so that there isn't anyone standing in front of you (if you are standing behind the wheelchairs then you will be standing behind the first row of standees who are accompanying the wheelchair users) then you need to get into the entry line as soon as possible. Having the package doesn't mean you won't need to wait, just that you would be waiting less time than you would if you had to stake out a curbside spot in the shade without the package. There isn't space for everyone to be right up next to the rope.

You can pick up your credential and then leave until they let the line go in at 10 AM, but if you do that, you will not be at the rope and may be two or three persons back.

Yes, there's a kids' seating area, on Saturday they were letting parents in there too, but everyone in it had to stay sitting on the ground.

 

[Teamanderson]

I've been hiding these in my husbands closet for months to give to the boys. Almost time to break them out! Weekend IV is near! They even sound like R2!

 

[Teamanderson]

Me and my 5 year old made these. Yes, there are a lot of goof ups and no where need perfection..it is already driving me nuts when I see the mistakes lol but it was a fun thing to do with him on a day home with nothing to do. He enjoyed it and I don't think he did a bad job at all for age 5! Dog already got a hold of Chewie though!!! Ahhhh!! My 2 year old gave it to her and of course then I found shavings of Chewie everywhere! Tears!!!

 

[itsthatdisneygirl]

Me and my 5 year old made these. Yes, there are a lot of goof ups and no where need perfection..it is already driving me nuts when I see the mistakes lol but it was a fun thing to do with him on a day home with nothing to do. He enjoyed it and I don't think he did a bad job at all for age 5! Dog already got a hold of Chewie though!!! Ahhhh!! My 2 year old gave it to her and of course then I found shavings of Chewie everywhere! Tears!!! View attachment 98011

Those are very good! He did better than I would have done and I'm 32!

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

got home late last night - missing SWW and Disney already but it was nice to sleep in our own beds!

Got up bright and early this morning to take DH to work and for DD and I to pick up the animals (3 cats, 2 dogs) from my parent's house. 2 cats hid (typical they don't like riding in their crates) - so took one home and the dogs will go back for the other 2 later today (they'll be hungry by then...)

Anyway get the cat home and let him out of his carrier; unload the dogs, dog crate, toys, food etc. from the car - then I went upstairs to start some laundry (always a priority)....I hear the cat making this kind of yowling noise - like nothing I've ever heard before. I find him on the floor in obvious distress. Grab the credit card, pick up the cat - put him back in the carrier and call the vet to let them know we are coming in for an emergency visit....cat died on the way to the vet.....I know not what you all wanted to read but I had to get it out. Vet says he probably threw a clot. Poor kitty (his name was Bullseye after the horse in Toy Story) - he was the one that had the abcess ($$$$) right before our trip. So glad we got him from my parents house but SO sad.

I have to catch up on posts at some point - I miss you all and hope that everyone going this weekend has a great time.

I did talk to a manager type person at DHS regarding the SWW rotating character line situation and he seemed to understand my points. I'm also going to send in an e-mail when I get it together.

 

[leholcomb]

got home late last night - missing SWW and Disney already but it was nice to sleep in our own beds!

Got up bright and early this morning to take DH to work and for DD and I to pick up the animals (3 cats, 2 dogs) from my parent's house. 2 cats hid (typical they don't like riding in their crates) - so took one home and the dogs will go back for the other 2 later today (they'll be hungry by then...)

Anyway get the cat home and let him out of his carrier; unload the dogs, dog crate, toys, food etc. from the car - then I went upstairs to start some laundry (always a priority)....I hear the cat making this kind of yowling noise - like nothing I've ever heard before. I find him on the floor in obvious distress. Grab the credit card, pick up the cat - put him back in the carrier and call the vet to let them know we are coming in for an emergency visit....cat died on the way to the vet.....I know not what you all wanted to read but I had to get it out. Vet says he probably threw a clot. Poor kitty (his name was Bullseye after the horse in Toy Story) - he was the one that had the abcess ($$$$) right before our trip. So glad we got him from my parents house but SO sad.

I have to catch up on posts at some point - I miss you all and hope that everyone going this weekend has a great time.

I did talk to a manager type person at DHS regarding the SWW rotating character line situation and he seemed to understand my points. I'm also going to send in an e-mail when I get it together.

So sorry for your loss.

 

[RedM94]

No we didn't go back to the 7pm show but they told us we could go in through same entrance as long as we kept our VIP lanyard on. No on the Mall too (we took a 2 hour break) so sorry couldn't help on either.

We are originally from New York.

This was my favorite purchase of the trip
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@lvstitch

Thank you for your reply.

No we didn't go back to the 7pm show but they told us we could go in through same entrance as long as we kept our VIP lanyard on. No on the Mall too (we took a 2 hour break) so sorry couldn't help on either.

We are originally from New York.

This was my favorite purchase of the trip
View attachment 97951

@lvstitch

Thank you again for your replies. I saw the Stitch Yoda and immediately said it is a must have. I have not shown it to my son, just in case it sells out before we are there.
I think most of my questions have been answered. The only question I have is about the perceived added value of doing the VIP over the DPP and if it is worth the extra money. Unfortunately that is how my accountant brain is wired.

Last year we did the FTF which was only parade viewing and firework dessert party for the same reason we are doing the VIP tour this year. I am just trying to maximize our day by minimizing the amount of time spent waiting in lines. The attendance and lines continue to grow along with the popularity of SWW. The reduced price and discount offered on the VIP plan has made it much more appealing this year.
All things the same, would you do it again next year?

 

[yulilin3]

got home late last night - missing SWW and Disney already but it was nice to sleep in our own beds!

Got up bright and early this morning to take DH to work and for DD and I to pick up the animals (3 cats, 2 dogs) from my parent's house. 2 cats hid (typical they don't like riding in their crates) - so took one home and the dogs will go back for the other 2 later today (they'll be hungry by then...)

Anyway get the cat home and let him out of his carrier; unload the dogs, dog crate, toys, food etc. from the car - then I went upstairs to start some laundry (always a priority)....I hear the cat making this kind of yowling noise - like nothing I've ever heard before. I find him on the floor in obvious distress. Grab the credit card, pick up the cat - put him back in the carrier and call the vet to let them know we are coming in for an emergency visit....cat died on the way to the vet.....I know not what you all wanted to read but I had to get it out. Vet says he probably threw a clot. Poor kitty (his name was Bullseye after the horse in Toy Story) - he was the one that had the abcess ($$$$) right before our trip. So glad we got him from my parents house but SO sad.

I have to catch up on posts at some point - I miss you all and hope that everyone going this weekend has a great time.

I did talk to a manager type person at DHS regarding the SWW rotating character line situation and he seemed to understand my points. I'm also going to send in an e-mail when I get it together.

I am so sorry about Bullseye

 

[itsthatdisneygirl]

@Good Morning Dewdrop I am so terribly sorry to hear about Bullseye sending hugs your way

 

[lvstitch]

@lvstitch

Thank you for your reply.


@lvstitch

Thank you again for your replies. I saw the Stitch Yoda and immediately said it is a must have. I have not shown it to my son, just in case it sells out before we are there.
I think most of my questions have been answered. The only question I have is about the perceived added value of doing the VIP over the DPP and if it is worth the extra money. Unfortunately that is how my accountant brain is wired.

Last year we did the FTF which was only parade viewing and firework dessert party for the same reason we are doing the VIP tour this year. I am just trying to maximize our day by minimizing the amount of time spent waiting in lines. The attendance and lines continue to grow along with the popularity of SWW. The reduced price and discount offered on the VIP plan has made it much more appealing this year.
All things the same, would you do it again next year?

I felt it was worth it because we did more than we would have ever done if we were on our own (those frozen towels make it worth it by itself). I really liked the fact that we were able to wait in air conditioning until about 15 minutes before the parade too. Our tour guides were amazing (especially Eddy) he gave us lots of facts about the rides and also pointed out hidden mickeys. We loved it so much, next time we go back, we'll be doing it for Food and Wine Festival.

 

[Wendydagny]

How crowded was the wheelchair area for the premium package? I know @yulilin3 reported that it was not crowded for DPP but no one has commented on PP.

 

[CheshireCrazy]

@Good Morning Dewdrop So sorry to hear about your kitty

 

[MakiraMarlena]

Chairs/scooters were lined up all the way across it with no extra space for more. I can't say if anybody came in with a chair/scooter late and then couldn't fit into the area.

 

[Monykalyn]

got home late last night - missing SWW and Disney already but it was nice to sleep in our own beds!

Got up bright and early this morning to take DH to work and for DD and I to pick up the animals (3 cats, 2 dogs) from my parent's house. 2 cats hid (typical they don't like riding in their crates) - so took one home and the dogs will go back for the other 2 later today (they'll be hungry by then...)

Anyway get the cat home and let him out of his carrier; unload the dogs, dog crate, toys, food etc. from the car - then I went upstairs to start some laundry (always a priority)....I hear the cat making this kind of yowling noise - like nothing I've ever heard before. I find him on the floor in obvious distress. Grab the credit card, pick up the cat - put him back in the carrier and call the vet to let them know we are coming in for an emergency visit....cat died on the way to the vet.....I know not what you all wanted to read but I had to get it out. Vet says he probably threw a clot. Poor kitty (his name was Bullseye after the horse in Toy Story) - he was the one that had the abcess ($$$$) right before our trip. So glad we got him from my parents house but SO sad.

I have to catch up on posts at some point - I miss you all and hope that everyone going this weekend has a great time.

I did talk to a manager type person at DHS regarding the SWW rotating character line situation and he seemed to understand my points. I'm also going to send in an e-mail when I get it together.

OMG so sorry for your loss!!! Our first dog passed away while we were on a trip many years ago (he was older) but I still don't think DH has gotten over it. (he was boarded at a wonderful place that really loved dogs-I think they were just as upset!) Hope the rest of the week/month goes better for your family

 

[sophy1996]

Anyway get the cat home and let him out of his carrier; unload the dogs, dog crate, toys, food etc. from the car - then I went upstairs to start some laundry (always a priority)....I hear the cat making this kind of yowling noise - like nothing I've ever heard before. I find him on the floor in obvious distress. Grab the credit card, pick up the cat - put him back in the carrier and call the vet to let them know we are coming in for an emergency visit....cat died on the way to the vet.....I know not what you all wanted to read but I had to get it out. Vet says he probably threw a clot. Poor kitty (his name was Bullseye after the horse in Toy Story) - he was the one that had the abcess ($$$$) right before our trip. So glad we got him from my parents house but SO sad.

I am so very sorry about Bullseye. We recently lost a kitty under similar circumstances. It's tough when they go so quickly.

 

[yulilin3]

How crowded was the wheelchair area for the premium package? I know @yulilin3 reported that it was not crowded for DPP but no one has commented on PP.

it looks pretty packed to me

 

[pmaurer74]

http://www.mousesteps.com/dining-ma...-day-at-star-wars-weekends-day-1-photos-video

a great review of the Premium Feel the Force package..... They do say they are still needing a pair of Oz fastpasses, didn't someone on here say they had some extras?

Maybe someone could contact them, I really appreciate their detailed review, set my mind at ease on our package being ok for us!

This is very helpful. For those that have gone this year. I have some questions for the FtF package:

1: what time to sign in?
2: is the parade are in the shade?
3: I already have FP for the Stars of the Saga, should I change my FP and sign up for this with the package or would I risk getting a seat if I change my FP?