Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[AuntieK]

Wait....why are people liking this? I don't like this. (I appreciate that she's calling but I do not like the answer).

Totally a nod of appreciation for her efforts. If it doesn't come out today there's a high probability that I'll miss the opportunity to book it next week. Ironically, I'll be stuck in a hotel at a conference a few miles from the WDW gates.

 

[wdwalice]

Wait....why are people liking this? I don't like this. (I appreciate that she's calling but I do not like the answer).

LOL! I second the appreciation for taking time to call and give us updates!

What planning strategy is everyone taking with this? Not sure what info is out there other than what I read. Hoping its a pass that can be used anytime during the hours posted and not a specific time.

We only have 2 days for SWW. Friday the 15th is our parade/shows/DTech Me/dessert party FW along with M&Gs. Thinking we can do this on the 16th which is just SW dining (B&D).

 

[ConnieB]

LOL! I second the appreciation for taking time to call and give us updates!

What planning strategy is everyone taking with this? Not sure what info is out there other than what I read. Hoping its a pass that can be used anytime during the hours posted and not a specific time.

We only have 2 days for SWW. Friday the 15th is our parade/shows/DTech Me/dessert party FW along with M&Gs. Thinking we can do this on the 16th which is just SW dining (B&D).

We are very fortunate and will be there for more than just a weekend....so my plan is to schedule this for a weekday if it's available. That way we don't have to take time out of SWW to do this or the breakfast or the dinner (and we leave that ADR open for someone who has to do it on a weekend!). Part of me is thinking this one might be fun during SWW if only because most of the most "rabid" fans will be there making it even more entertaining....so I might schedule one on a weekend also, but not sure how to do that and not interfere with a show or something. Will have to wait and see what is available.

 

[yulilin3]

LOL! I second the appreciation for taking time to call and give us updates!

What planning strategy is everyone taking with this? Not sure what info is out there other than what I read. Hoping its a pass that can be used anytime during the hours posted and not a specific time.

We only have 2 days for SWW. Friday the 15th is our parade/shows/DTech Me/dessert party FW along with M&Gs. Thinking we can do this on the 16th which is just SW dining (B&D).

I'm not sure of the setup, but if they are offering food (appetizer type things) I'm thinking there will be tables and chairs. Not sure if it's up front payment, that would be like a cover. If it's a cover then I would think you can come and go

 

[OZMom]

This just showed up in my feed and I chuckled a little.

 

[Skywise]

I'm wondering if the Rebel Hangar is worthwhile if you're also doing FtF? (Ok, who am I kidding... )

Has anyone figured out yet if the cost is for one admission or gives you access to go in and out of the lounge multiple times that night? (Honestly, why even charge extra for that? Just make it like a real lounge and charge per meal?)

 

[yulilin3]

I'm wondering if the Rebel Hangar is worthwhile if you're also doing FtF? (Ok, who am I kidding... )

Has anyone figured out yet if the cost is for one admission or gives you access to go in and out of the lounge multiple times that night? (Honestly, why even charge extra for that? Just make it like a real lounge and charge per meal?)

By the wording ($14.99 and less) it sounds to me that the items offered will be those prices. I believe that you must make a ressie just to make sure you can have a table and then you order what you want. I also don't think they will charge anything upfront at time of booking...but what do I know.
They have to limit the people inside and by doing it with reservations you accomplish that. If you ever go inside the Tune In lounge it can get crazy busy but by doing per reservation only (like BOG lunch) you can control the amount of people inside

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

DH and I have a code - when I call him with the code words he'll call and make the reservation - so it can be a surprise for DD. Gave him ideal day - Friday anytime from 5 -7 and 2nd date - Sunday anytime from 5 - 7. We will take earlier or later if necessary but I'm counting on the fact that I'm "with" you guys so we'll be among the first wave calling! and yes, for those who might be wondering I am stalking this thread.....

 

[ErinBDiF]

I just moved to Austin! Hello new neighbor . We were watching last night too, sounds like we'd be friends ha. I stayed up way too late. I about lost it when I saw that bb-8 is real. That really gives me so much hope for the movies. I still can't figure out how they made him.

Houston here and we are all miserable ! lol

 

[MakiraMarlena]

the thing they can't control is when people leave. It's fine to try what BOG does with this, but BOG is a huge place and there are always people leaving. If this is a small venue maybe you will see how you like having a reservation for 7 and having to wait an hour because people aren't leaving.

 

[Tltorrez]

By the wording ($14.99 and less) it sounds to me that the items offered will be those prices. I believe that you must make a ressie just to make sure you can have a table and then you order what you want. I also don't think they will charge anything upfront at time of booking...but what do I know.
They have to limit the people inside and by doing it with reservations you accomplish that. If you ever go inside the Tune In lounge it can get crazy busy but by doing per reservation only (like BOG lunch) you can control the amount of people inside

I agree with this. If it were fixed price like a dessert party it would be a lot more expensive. Both the price and the hours are consistent with other lounges on property. It's only the ADR that's unusual.

 

[Music City Mama]

I am so behind on this thread. Darn work!! I did sneak a peek yesterday and catch the info re: the lounge/Backlot Express. I am sooooo wanting this! We're not doing any character meals this time, no FtF, etc. We have no plans for dinner one evening while we're there and this would be PERFECT. Hoping to hear something soon. Thanks to those of you calling and finding out what you can -- it's greatly appreciated.

 

[cvjpirate]

the thing they can't control is when people leave. It's fine to try what BOG does with this, but BOG is a huge place and there are always people leaving. If this is a small venue maybe you will see how you like having a reservation for 7 and having to wait an hour because people aren't leaving.

Can't they use the Storm Troopers to take care of this issue?

 

[yulilin3]

the thing they can't control is when people leave. It's fine to try what BOG does with this, but BOG is a huge place and there are always people leaving. If this is a small venue maybe you will see how you like having a reservation for 7 and having to wait an hour because people aren't leaving.

this is true, but also consider that many, many people have plans during SWW...places to go, characters to meet. I think they might be counting on that. And I'm not sure we will get many more details when we call to book

 

[ErinBDiF]

This will be my first real experience with SWW (last year we had breakfast there an then back to MK for the 24 hour) and I am turning into a #newbienerd here...My son loves R2D2, so we decided to go for him..now I have Breakfast, FtF and I want to book this..how am I gonna fit this all in ?!?!? lol...

 

[mexxican]

Sounds like they might be serving guinea pig(s) on 5/15

 

[MakiraMarlena]

Disney is infamous for this, but that's what the one day cancellation is for - if you aren't going to be there on the first day and you don't like the reports, you can cancel.

If they are right and there are characters in the backlot, there will be folks who stick around.

 

[AuntieK]

Can't they use the Storm Troopers to take care of this issue?

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

Houston here and we are all miserable ! lol

not from Texas but from NC - Clariton D worked great on Tree pollen (still high here) but now the weeds and grass have gotten in on the pollen action and it's not pretty!

I'm wearing my ever so cute Ewok shirt from Wal-Mart right now - SO ready to go to SWW! Magic Bands should arrive today - which is another positive milestone! On Day 1 - weekend 1 - I will be wearing my Chewie t-shirt - so look out for us in the Chewie line (first thing!). DD will be in her Jedi outfit (Bultar Swan) and chances are DH will be in his Yoda Shirt!

 

[PiperGirlInWondrland]

I keep refreshing! I'm losing it

We are going to have to have a Star Wars movie marathon this weekend to keep busy. But at least we have a heads up so I could look at each of our 3 days to figure out what time would work best