Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[HCinKC]

Oh good grief...40 pages behind again! I am exhausted, but we had a great trip. It will be nice to sleep in my own bed tonight though.

Just had a few things before bed...

We did RH last night. The characters that we saw were a rebel pilot (not x-wing), Rodian mechanic (not Greedo), storm troopers, jawas (not trading), and Chewie. We were there for a little over an hour, and those were the only ones for last night. It seemed like they cycled through in 15 minute increments - pilot and mechanic, troopers, jawas, and Chewie. We asked several different workers, including a manager, and they all said that who you get is random. "They" just send a group over for the evening basically, so even the folks working RH don't know until 4pm. The food was good, but we ordered way too much. It says small plates, but really, any of them are plenty as an entree. Also, they added the light up x-wing to ODS's lemonade (though it was an extra 5.50). We didn't ask for any autographs, but we got pictures, and the interaction was great.

Also, be sure to ask for your Vader/Fett autograph while at breakfast. We tried last night, and Sci-Fi and Guest Relations both said they didn't have any. ODS was a bit disappointed. I may or may not have reminded DH to ask at breakfast, but the poor man was trying to follow my directions all week. I can't fault him!

And, doesn't a free picture come with the Mickey dinner? Or is it breakfast? I thought it was dinner, but it keeps trying to make me pay $14.95 for the download...am I missing something? I am going to be pretty upset if it isn't working right. I didn't realize until later that no one took a picture with our camera. The only way we can have one with Mickey is with the Photopass one.

 

[JayLeeJay]

Also, be sure to ask for your Vader/Fett autograph while at breakfast. We tried last night, and Sci-Fi and Guest Relations both said they didn't have any. ODS was a bit disappointed. I may or may not have reminded DH to ask at breakfast, but the poor man was trying to follow my directions all week. I can't fault him!

If you still need a Vader/Fett autograph I can ask for one during my Breakfast on Sunday. If you will be around Sunday I can give it to you in person or I can mail it after I get home. Just let me know.

 

[JayLeeJay]

Has anyone here successfully transferred a DPP FTF to another person. Since it has to be booked by phone I was thinking I would cancel it after the other person has a cast member on the phone and is ready to search. Is there a better way to do this? Can anyone think of any problems with this method?

 

[coluk003]

Has anyone here successfully transferred a DPP FTF to another person. Since it has to be booked by phone I was thinking I would cancel it after the other person has a cast member on the phone and is ready to search. Is there a better way to do this? Can anyone think of any problems with this method?

Perhaps three way calling?

 

[momofallsons]

Just FYI, we completely just changed our plans on Sat. June 5 to have a second SWW day, and when I was just now changing FP+ from MK to HS, B&B was an option for the first show (8:30 am FP+ time). I had it reserved for a few minutes before it popped up that I could get another TSMM near the same start time as what I got for DH.

I actually got really lucky and got everything I wanted at both HS and MK when I switched our second HS day from Tues to Sat. almost the exact times I wanted, even Wishes.

Off topic, but is Wishes a worthwhile FP+ to have at MK? First trip, so I really wasn't sure what FP+s to pick at MK & Epcot (I'm set on HS thanks to this board!). I think for MK, I had 7 Dwarves mine ride, big thunder mt. railroad, and a Mickey M&G. I picked the M&G so my youngest could meet Mickey early the first day. Any opinions?

 

[Itinkso]

SWW III: Revenge of the DISers!

Here is DISmeet info ~ be sure to say 'hi' to yulilin if you happen to see her. She'll be enjoying SWW on Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday.

***SWW DISmeet Info from yulilin***

There will be 2 meets every Saturday and 1 on Sunday.

Every Saturday:
~ After the 11:00 parade at ABC Commissary. As you go inside thru the main entrance make a right and I'll try to get tables at the back of the restaurant.

Yulilin's Cantina Meets!!
~ Before Fireworks: around 8:00 p.m. we'll be at the area around Echo Lake across from 50s Prime Time. We will be there all the way until 10:00 p.m. ~ BYOB&D: Bring Your Own Beverages and Desserts!


Every Sunday:
~ After the 11:00 parade at ABC Commissary. As you go inside thru the main entrance make a right and I'll try to get tables at the back of the restaurant.

My DD14 and I will be at DHS every Saturday and Sunday so if anyone wants to meet at a different time let me know. I'll only be going to the first Friday for my character challenge.


SWW III - May 29, 30, 31
Garrison: Revenge of the DISers

@yulilin3 - 30, 31 (RH)
@ebtbmom - 29
@lovethattink - 29, 30, 31
@jennab113 - 29, 30 (FTF DP), 31
@Cluelyss - 29 (H&V), 31 (SciFi, FTF, RH)
@ConnieB - 29, 30, 31
@stasijane - 29 (SciFi), 30,
@AriesAriel - 29, 30 [May 28 (SciFi)]
@disneygrandma - 29 (FTF DP), 30 (FTF DP) [May 28 (SciFi, H&V)]
@MunchkinandSugarBear - 29, 30, 31
@Koh1977 - 30 (RH), 31 (H&V, FTF) [June 3 (SciFi)]
@alayne - 29, 30, 31 (VIP)
@Barbara C - 29 (VIP), 30, 31 [May 28 (H&V), June 1 (SciFi)]
@trara1375 - 31 (H&V)
@volfan1978 - 29
@djock19 - 29 (H&V)
@Dani C - 29, 30 (RH), 31 (FTF DP) [June 1 (SciFi)]
@Nello - 29
@coluk003 - 29 (SciFi, FTF DP), 30, 31 [May 28 (H&V)]
@Pygmypuff07 - 29 (RH), 30, 31
@missthatgator - 29, 30, 31 (FTF DP) [May 28 (SciFi)]
@JimBo Fett - 29 (SciFi, H&V), 30, 31 (SciFi, H&V)
@jane2073 - 29, 30, 31
@jeanneg4of4 - 29, 30 (FTF), 31
@MomBird's Fam - 31
@slaveone - 30 (RH)
@elphie101 - 30, 31
@AdamsPrincess - 29, 30, 31
@jthornton94 - 30 (SciFi, FTF, RH)
@CindySwims - 31 (FTF) [June 2 (SciFi)]
@CheshireCrazy - 30 (SciFi, FTF, RH), 31
@mesaboy2 - 29
@AliceIn - 30, 31
@spc67carr - 29 (FTF DP) [May 26 (SciFi, H&V)]
@delmar411 - 29, 30, 31(FTF DP)
@paysensmom - 31 (H&V)
@Boski - 29, 30 (RH)
@heidi8 - 29, 30, 31 (RH)
@RedM94 - 29 (SciFi, RH), 30 ( VIP), 31
@NebrMom - 29 [May 27 (SciFi)]
@lchuck - 30 (RH), 31 (RH)

AP/DVC SWW Poster Trading takes place on the Roll Call thread.

 

[pbb322]

So beauty and the beast is open as a fp option during sww? That's interesting

It is at least on Sat the 6th but only for the show that starts at 9 am. We are skipping it though, SWW stuff is more important!

 

[gwenlep]

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

That is what I worry about. Our dog is at least 12 years old so it could happen. Have to worry again when we are at Disney World for 5 days.
Worst part is that she won't be boarded this time. Our houseguest and the neighbor down the street will be with her for part of the day
and evening. Hope she will be OK left alone for a few hours every day.

 

[yulilin3]

Star Tours and The Force Awakens in World of Color Celebrate
http://www.disboards.com/media/the-force-awakens-and-star-tours-in-world-of-color-celebrate.77521/

 

[yulilin3]

yulilin3 can I ask a question that you have probably answered already? The info on page #1 shows a suggested time to arrive for a place in line for a wrist band and fp for an auto, are the times assigned like regular fp, next available and you won't know what time the star is signing until they hand you the fp, right? And does the fp have a window like other fp?

We were told no a


We also were told no and no for Tables in Wonderland when we made ADR, didn't sound right. CM put me on hold to ask.

Yes it works just like a paper fp. Your autograph session time will be something like :from 3:10 to 3:30pm. I am trying to get autograph sessions time today. Last weekend they had the maps of weekend I in the resorts on Thursday so hopefully we'll be able to get that info today. Who are you planning on meeting?
And yes, they don't take any other discounts on the SWW meals, no TiW, no AP, no CM but at Hollywood and Vine the wording from the credit card is pretty clear and you should be able to receive the 10% if yo ask. Same thing happened last year, people were told no but when they insisted and managers had a look at the wording the allowed it

Oh good grief...40 pages behind again! I am exhausted, but we had a great trip. It will be nice to sleep in my own bed tonight though.

Just had a few things before bed...

We did RH last night. The characters that we saw were a rebel pilot (not x-wing), Rodian mechanic (not Greedo), storm troopers, jawas (not trading), and Chewie. We were there for a little over an hour, and those were the only ones for last night. It seemed like they cycled through in 15 minute increments - pilot and mechanic, troopers, jawas, and Chewie. We asked several different workers, including a manager, and they all said that who you get is random. "They" just send a group over for the evening basically, so even the folks working RH don't know until 4pm. The food was good, but we ordered way too much. It says small plates, but really, any of them are plenty as an entree. Also, they added the light up x-wing to ODS's lemonade (though it was an extra 5.50). We didn't ask for any autographs, but we got pictures, and the interaction was great.

Also, be sure to ask for your Vader/Fett autograph while at breakfast. We tried last night, and Sci-Fi and Guest Relations both said they didn't have any. ODS was a bit disappointed. I may or may not have reminded DH to ask at breakfast, but the poor man was trying to follow my directions all week. I can't fault him!

And, doesn't a free picture come with the Mickey dinner? Or is it breakfast? I thought it was dinner, but it keeps trying to make me pay $14.95 for the download...am I missing something? I am going to be pretty upset if it isn't working right. I didn't realize until later that no one took a picture with our camera. The only way we can have one with Mickey is with the Photopass one.

Did you get a separate photopass card for Jedi Mickey? that's strange because I got the card and just used it and it was a free download.

 

[tigger1972]

Are we crazy that we're considering driving down from Virginia for weekend 2 of SWW?!

 

[yulilin3]

@Itinkso did I completely missed the list for Weekend II DISsers Strike Back? I know I posted it yesterday. But I wasn't sure if you meant to post weekend II again or just weekend III

 

[yulilin3]

Are we crazy that we're considering driving down from Virginia for weekend 2 of SWW?!

No, I know someone coming from Georgia every weekend,, going back to work and coming back down. Weekends I thru III
SWW does that to you

 

[lovethattink]

Oh good grief...40 pages behind again! I am exhausted, but we had a great trip. It will be nice to sleep in my own bed tonight though.

Just had a few things before bed...

We did RH last night. The characters that we saw were a rebel pilot (not x-wing), Rodian mechanic (not Greedo), storm troopers, jawas (not trading), and Chewie. We were there for a little over an hour, and those were the only ones for last night. It seemed like they cycled through in 15 minute increments - pilot and mechanic, troopers, jawas, and Chewie. We asked several different workers, including a manager, and they all said that who you get is random. "They" just send a group over for the evening basically, so even the folks working RH don't know until 4pm. The food was good, but we ordered way too much. It says small plates, but really, any of them are plenty as an entree. Also, they added the light up x-wing to ODS's lemonade (though it was an extra 5.50). We didn't ask for any autographs, but we got pictures, and the interaction was great.

Also, be sure to ask for your Vader/Fett autograph while at breakfast. We tried last night, and Sci-Fi and Guest Relations both said they didn't have any. ODS was a bit disappointed. I may or may not have reminded DH to ask at breakfast, but the poor man was trying to follow my directions all week. I can't fault him!

And, doesn't a free picture come with the Mickey dinner? Or is it breakfast? I thought it was dinner, but it keeps trying to make me pay $14.95 for the download...am I missing something? I am going to be pretty upset if it isn't working right. I didn't realize until later that no one took a picture with our camera. The only way we can have one with Mickey is with the Photopass one.

Whoa those glow cubes went up in price. It was $2 added to ds' blue milk on Saturday.

 

[yulilin3]

Whoa those glow cubes went up in price. It was $2 added to ds' blue milk on Saturday.

so weird. I didn't get the fighter I asked for a Millennium Falcon and it was $4, then we assumed that the fighter was more expensive because of the clip and that it's larger, but you got a fighter cube for $2?

 

[lovethattink]

SWW III: Revenge of the DISers!

Here is DISmeet info ~ be sure to say 'hi' to yulilin if you happen to see her. She'll be enjoying SWW on Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday.

***SWW DISmeet Info from yulilin***

There will be 2 meets every Saturday and 1 on Sunday.

Every Saturday:
~ After the 11:00 parade at ABC Commissary. As you go inside thru the main entrance make a right and I'll try to get tables at the back of the restaurant.

Yulilin's Cantina Meets!!
~ Before Fireworks: around 8:00 p.m. we'll be at the area around Echo Lake across from 50s Prime Time. We will be there all the way until 10:00 p.m. ~ BYOB&D: Bring Your Own Beverages and Desserts!


Every Sunday:
~ After the 11:00 parade at ABC Commissary. As you go inside thru the main entrance make a right and I'll try to get tables at the back of the restaurant.

My DD14 and I will be at DHS every Saturday and Sunday so if anyone wants to meet at a different time let me know. I'll only be going to the first Friday for my character challenge.


SWW III - May 29, 30, 31
Garrison: Revenge of the DISers

@yulilin3 - 30, 31 (RH)
@ebtbmom - 29
@lovethattink - 29, 30, 31
@jennab113 - 29, 30 (FTF DP), 31
@Cluelyss - 29 (H&V), 31 (SciFi, FTF, RH)
@ConnieB - 29, 30, 31
@stasijane - 29 (SciFi), 30,
@AriesAriel - 29, 30 [May 28 (SciFi)]
@disneygrandma - 29 (FTF DP), 30 (FTF DP) [May 28 (SciFi, H&V)]
@MunchkinandSugarBear - 29, 30, 31
@Koh1977 - 30 (RH), 31 (H&V, FTF) [June 3 (SciFi)]
@alayne - 29, 30, 31 (VIP)
@Barbara C - 29 (VIP), 30, 31 [May 28 (H&V), June 1 (SciFi)]
@trara1375 - 31 (H&V)
@volfan1978 - 29
@djock19 - 29 (H&V)
@Dani C - 29, 30 (RH), 31 (FTF DP) [June 1 (SciFi)]
@Nello - 29
@coluk003 - 29 (SciFi, FTF DP), 30, 31 [May 28 (H&V)]
@Pygmypuff07 - 29 (RH), 30, 31
@missthatgator - 29, 30, 31 (FTF DP) [May 28 (SciFi)]
@JimBo Fett - 29 (SciFi, H&V), 30, 31 (SciFi, H&V)
@jane2073 - 29, 30, 31
@jeanneg4of4 - 29, 30 (FTF), 31
@MomBird's Fam - 31
@slaveone - 30 (RH)
@elphie101 - 30, 31
@AdamsPrincess - 29, 30, 31
@jthornton94 - 30 (SciFi, FTF, RH)
@CindySwims - 31 (FTF) [June 2 (SciFi)]
@CheshireCrazy - 30 (SciFi, FTF, RH), 31
@mesaboy2 - 29
@AliceIn - 30, 31
@spc67carr - 29 (FTF DP) [May 26 (SciFi, H&V)]
@delmar411 - 29, 30, 31(FTF DP)
@paysensmom - 31 (H&V)
@Boski - 29, 30 (RH)
@heidi8 - 29, 30, 31 (RH)
@RedM94 - 29 (SciFi, RH), 30 ( VIP), 31
@NebrMom - 29 [May 27 (SciFi)]
@lchuck - 30 (RH), 31 (RH)

AP/DVC SWW Poster Trading takes place on the Roll Call thread.

I missed weekend 2. What's that called?

 

[lovethattink]

so weird. I didn't get the fighter I asked for a Millennium Falcon and it was $4, then we assumed that the fighter was more expensive because of the clip and that it's larger, but you got a fighter cube for $2?

I'll have to check if dh kept the receipt. But I'm pretty sure our server said $2.

 

[yulilin3]

WEEKEND II MAP THANKS TO @The Sunrise Student

 

[yulilin3]

DISer Strike Back...make sure to note that Silas Carson has 3 session only Friday and Saturday. Sunday only two sessions

Park opens at 7:30 am. Rope Drops at 7:45am

GMR closes at 8pm due to fireworks fall out

TSMM closes at 8:15 pm due to fireworks fall out

Fantasmic! At 9pm and 10:30pm

Weekend II: May 22-24
James Arnold Taylor (not signing)
Warwick Davis: Wald, Wicket W. Warrick (Star Wars: The Phantom Menace;Star Wars: Return of the Jedi)Autograph Sessions ( 1pm and 2:15pm)
Silas Carson: Ki-Adi-Mundi, Nute Gunray (Star Wars: The Phantom Menace;Star Wars: Attack of the Clones;Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith)Autograph Sessions ( 1pm, 2:15pm and *4:30pm) *Friday and Saturday only
Vanessa Marshall: Hera Syndulla (Star Wars Rebels)Autograph Sessions ( 3pm and 5 pm)
Ashley Eckstein(Voice of Ahsoka Tano –Star Wars: The Clone Wars) Autograph session 12:45pm-2:15pm

Giving priority to Silas Carson, arrive by 5am. Second Warwick Davis since he has 2 weekends locals will split up. Arrive around 5:30am. Vanessa Marshall arrive no later than 6am. Ashley same as weekend 1
Legends of the Force celebrity motorcade and welcome 11am

Behind the Force Rebels 1:45pm
Stormtrooper Pre Show SotS 3:15pm
Stars of the Saga 3:30pm
Ewok Tale My Short Story 5:15pm
Obi Wan and Beyond 7pm
PMC kids edition 12:15pm and 4:15pm sign ups at ABC Sound Studios (kids only PMC featuring Sabine and Ezra)
2:30pm and 6:00pm no sign up required (Family Edition, picked at random, hosted BY Ashley Eckstein)
JTA 8:45 AM 9:20 AM 10:05 AM 10:35 AM 12:00 PM 12:30 PM 1:00 PM 1:30 PM 2:00 PM 2:30 PM 3:00 PM 3:30 PM 4:00 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 6:30 PM 7:00 PM 7:30 PM
DJ Lobot Dance Party 7 pm

Summon the Force Pre Show and Symphony in the Stars 9:30pm

 

[Mimsy Borogove]

Star Tours and The Force Awakens in World of Color Celebrate
http://www.disboards.com/media/the-force-awakens-and-star-tours-in-world-of-color-celebrate.77521/

That's so cool! World of Color was undergoing renovation when we were there in January for the SW Half. Hope to get back again for the Tink Half in 2016, only a year from now!