Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[HCinKC]

I am probably in the minority, but I liked Spectromagic more than MSEP. BUT, the new Festival of Fantasy parade is very cool I think. Let me know what you think of the FP viewing area for these.

I agree. I like MSEP, but I liked Spectro better. We missed FoF...so much to do, so little time!

you are but then they look like crap i think. i just tuck em with the extra under. on club level a few years ago they took my daughters and peeled it off. i was like nooooooo. . . but too late. seriously. it was perfectly fine on her wrist. this was back in the day when i didn't know you got like 5 diff pairs each year for various reasons. lol

I actually trimmed the grey part of my band, just shortened the edge a couple of holes larger than what I needed. It felt better without all the extra, and it was easier to put on since there wasn't so much to (nearly) double wrap. If that makes sense...

and the water pageant....I love the water pageant

Another that I wanted to do, but we missed. Sigh.

 

[animalkingdom15]

I assume that the boba fett steins are still everywhere again today for purchasing.

 

[slaveone]

I assume that the boba fett steins are still everywhere again today for purchasing.

They are everywhere.

 

[animalkingdom15]

They are everywhere.

Great to hear. Sounds like (knock on wood), that I should be able to pick one up tomorrow

 

[HCinKC]

Is Lucas still involved or would it actually be Disney making that decision? I thought he sold it all to Disney? Did he retain some sort of usage rights or something?

I have heard that he still is involved. I have no idea if it is contractually, consulting, out of respect (or fear haha), because he is friends with people, etc. Nor do I know to what degree, if any.

Good morning everyone! Waiting patiently to get there for weekends IV and V.

A question for anyone who has done D-Tech with kids? Are they limiting the options for kids or can they choose the jedi?

My 6yo chose Jedi. We were weekend 1, so I am hoping they come early...still will surely be after SWW are over. I will post a pic though for anyone thinking about it in the future.

 

[animalkingdom15]

It does look like that my ETA tomorrow to HS is 730-740 since the first bus via GF isn't until 7:15. At least I will be there for the park opening.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

I have heard that he still is involved. I have no idea if it is contractually, consulting, out of respect (or fear haha), because he is friends with people, etc. Nor do I know to what degree, if any.

I remember hearing back when Lucasfilm was acquired by Disney that Lucas was going to be a "Creative Consultant". Sounds about as loose as you can get -- almost a courtesy. Also read no formal role with new films. Also read Disney chose not to use his ideas for Episode VII (and thank goodness -- a movie around teens? Goonies Part II, maybe?!).

What do I know (!!), but I'd be really surprised if Disney makes any real business move based on Lucas' desires unless DISNEY thinks it is absolutely the best thing to do for the brand and the business -- regardless of how Lucas feels about it. Throw him a bone if they don't think it really matters one way or the other? Sure - maybe. But nothing IMPORTANT.

Even remove the fact that many feel Lucas nearly killed his own awesome creation -- this is business. Sounds like Disney is NOT bound to do what Lucas wants -- and they have an investment and business to protect. I'd be surprised if they did anything other than run it like a business.

My two cents.

 

[jthornton94]

Heard a new story about the breakfast light sabers. Waitress said Lucas Opposed to them being called light sabers and so an agreement was made to call them wands.

Rain shower was interesting. We were in the FTF seating right at the corner where they turn at the stage. Still came out dryer than Kali Rapids. Have a friend who was working security by Warwick. Got to make him laugh. Now off to JTA!

 

[mesaboy2]

If that wasn't the definition of a Florida rain shower I don't know what is.: )
At commissary right now staying here until about 12:15

I took a pic from my balcony this morning with TOT under clouds and SSE in the sun. Classic Florida!

 

[animalkingdom15]

Heard a new story about the breakfast light sabers. Waitress said Lucas Opposed to them being called light sabers and so an agreement was made to call them wands.

So they still have the breakfast light sabers/wands today. I hope they still have some for my 825 am reservation tomorrow.

 

[ethanwa]

I have the Weekend 3 photo packet with me here now and the Weekend 1 at home I can mail you if you still need them.

Yes please!!! I have sent you a PM.

 

[yulilin3]

I made a droid. Have wanted to do this since they came out. The Oswald ears made my decision easier

 

[yulilin3]

Went by the ap poster distribution again. The same trio are now checking for ap

 

[animalkingdom15]

View attachment 99856 I made a droid. Have wanted to do this since they came out. The Oswald ears made my decision easier

That's very cool.

 

[goofyinohio]

Anyone know how early buses start at French quarter on Star Wars weekends? 6:30-7?

 

[yulilin3]

Random question, but does everywhere take magic bands, like balloons, face painting drink stands, etc or will we need cash. I can't think of anywhere o couldn't use my MagicBand in Feb, but I also didn't have kids with me so I'm trying to make sure I have enough cash. Thanks!

Just went to a face painting station. They send you t the store next to them to use the mb for payment.
All the drink - ice carts have the ability to charge thru mb . I haven't seen any balloons being sold here but I don't think they can take any mb payments

 

[wdwalice]

View attachment 99856 I made a droid. Have wanted to do this since they came out. The Oswald ears made my decision easier

This was a must do for me! So much fun and hard to decide when I limited myself to one. I think I may have to start a collection.

 

[delmar411]

Not sure if anyone already mentioned this but today is Linda Skywalker's birthday so make sure to wish her Happy Birthday if you see her!

 

[williamscm3]

Anyone know how early buses start at French quarter on Star Wars weekends? 6:30-7?

We were out at POFQ at 6:45 and a bus came just a few minutes after we got there. It stopped at all the POR stops but didn't take too long because only one other family got on the bus.

 

[animalkingdom15]

I want to see the troopers do their park opening bit tomorrow. Does anyone know how long it takes from GF to HS via the resort bus or taxi. First bus leaves at 715 so I'm also thinking of taking a cab and getting there around 7 instead. Google Maps says via car about 15 min, but does that sound right.