Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[jtowntoflorida]

We just booked the Premium Package! Woohoo
Please clarify something for me. If I'm reading this right, we have access to all 3 shows that day (May 16): Behind the Force, Stars of the Saga, and Obi Wan. Thus, I don't need to use my fast pass for any of these. Is this correct?

Did you book the Premium or the Premium Deluxe? With the Premium, you'll have to choose from the 3. With the Deluxe Premium, you'll get all 3.

 

[FAMof5Cruisers]

Sorry, I meant we have the Deluxe package with all shows. Therefore, I don't need to fastpass any show. Correct?

 

[Cluelyss]

After 4 calls I was finally able to book for May 31! Thanks to all for the help and heads up. Had the CM confirm several times that both packages included the dessert party, as he originally told me the regular was only "snacks" during the fireworks (which is what I was booking since we won't see any of the shows with 2 little ones). Don't mind having to stand, but want my drinks/desserts!!!

 

[ethanwa]

There are no AP discounts on this.... is that correct? Can someone confirm?

 

[yulilin3]

So happy hearing that everyone is getting thru and booking. @Itinkso is going to have a day today filling up all the packages on the roll call.
Again first post is completely up to date. And thanks again to @Barbara C for the pixie dust

 

[prgal0715]

Just booked the Deluxe Premium package! For anyone who calls and is told it's not available, call right back! The first CM I spoke with insisted there was no availability during my weekend (June 5-7) but when I called back, I booked June 5th right away. Such confusion!

 

[yulilin3]

There are no AP discounts on this.... is that correct? Can someone confirm?

no discounts

 

[Music City Mama]

How exciting for those of you doing the package! It's not in my budget -- I've got a Universal/WDW split trip in June and then strrreeetttccched my budget to fit in a beach trip at the end of July. I can't spend another dime. Also, it would be just my luck that the day I reserved would be really rainy or something and the parade and/or fireworks got canceled. Last but not least, I have a peanut allergic child and the thought of being around all of that smeared peanut butter from the DV cupcake at the dessert party gives me anxiety. So, while I'm completely content with not doing the package, I'm very excited for all of you -- sounds great! And big kudos to the poster who sent Yuli the PM -- very generous!

 

[inkedupmomma]

@Barbara C
Thank you sooooo much for your gift. When I run this thread I never expect anything in return other than hearing all of your stories and your SWW moments.
My daughter and I will be doing the Deluxe Premium package Saturday May 16th.
You have no idea how much this means to me.

NO WAY! We are doing may 16 too! Expect a lot of grateful disboarders! Honestly, you've been a blessing!

 

[MikeandReneePlus5]

Yes I just booked the Premium (not the Deluxe Premium, the $69 option) only and it took ten minutes total (for 5/22).

The only thing different from yullin's post above is that the CM told me it also included access to Darth's Maul.

 

[yulilin3]

NO WAY! We are doing may 16 too! Expect a lot of grateful disboarders! Honestly, you've been a blessing!

I feel the love from all of you...thank you all soo much for your kind words. It really is fun for me to help you all out. I know how intimidating this event can be

 

[yulilin3]

Yes I just booked the Deluxe only and it took ten minutes total (for 5/22).

The only thing different from yullin's post above is that the CM told me it also included access to Darth's Maul.

yes the Deluxe Premium includes access to Darth's Mall with no way...the Premium does not include that

 

[Delilah1310]

I'm thinking Deluxe Premium viewing is at the start of the parade and then you get to walk behind so you are in front of the stage for the welcome show
Last year it was on the left side of hollywood blvd close to the stage
Benefit for being in front is that you get an awesome view of the welcome show. All the stars and characters are up on stage and you get really awesome pictures

that makes sense that the Deluxe viewing could be right at the start and then we could just fall in at the end.
The welcome show sounds awesome and I think my DS7 is really going to enjoy it ... as well as being "part of" the parade.

this seemed to me like one of those special Disney moments and an opportunity that we may not have again, so this was the main reason we went with Deluxe.

Can't wait for May 15 to see how this all shakes out!!
we'll have some live posting here, right? or some round ups in the evening of how the day went?

I'm too EXCITED to WORK!!!

 

[Music City Mama]

Does anyone know if they will offer the Symphony in the Stars dessert party as a separate booking option?

I guess we won't know until it's officially announced, but I think it's highly doubtful.

 

[cakebaker]

Thanks for the heads up! We're booked 6/14 for the Deluxe Premium Pkg!

 

[cinder-ellah]

Yippie !
I just booked the Deluxe Premium / May 16th / for 5 !
Great CM !

Thank you yulilin3 ! ! ! !

 

[AThrillingChase]

Oh I was going to mention this too - she said the parade will go on rain or shine. I have to be honest that sounds kind of miserable!! Like a wet chewie sounds...bad. (and as @yulilin3 has mentioned previously that the dessert party will be moved indoors).

 

[Artax]

yes the Deluxe Premium includes access to Darth's Mall with no way...the Premium does not include that

Hope this isn't true. When my agent was listing everything off for each package, she listed access to the mall for both. Guess we will have to wait for official announcement as it seems different agents are telling people different things.

 

[yulilin3]

I'll be there first Friday doing characters all day so no parade for us that day. But I am going the night before the first Friday to check out where all the characters will be located. And I will post constantly on this thread, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. (I apologize in advance for grammatical errors)
And once SWW starts please be sure to share your experiences for future planning.

 

[Disney Diva Mom]

So excited!! I've been trying all morning - first call at 7:00 am and the CM could see it but not book it. Got my reservation for FtF for June 14th!!! Now if I can get the Galactic Breakfast we will have everything on the wish list.