Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[mmafan]

try this one for Chewie Run
https://www.facebook.com/events/734248273352813/

just joined in....im matthew hurtig....

 

[pookadoo77]

looked like last night, RH is open all week the 1st week? Is this correct?! Then only weekends.....

 

[pookadoo77]

I am creating a FB SWW ADR & FTF cancel/trade page..... Will post link in a few.... I know I have stuff to put on it

 

[inkedupmomma]

I was thinking a Fb page for this and the Chewie Run would be a good idea.
I can open a private page for the Chewie run.

I'm doing the chewy run on May 16th. If I can help anyone hold a place, i'd be willing to. Or is that against the rules?

 

[HCinKC]

So, I know it has been covered, but where to look for cheap, woman's cut Star Wars shirts? Maybe someplace lesser known that is reliable.

I love Woot's shirts. I feel like the sizing is pretty accurate. I would normally try on a medium first, and that is what I get from them. Depending on what weekend you are going, pay attention to the estimated shipping date before placing your order. Anything on "special" may have a later shipping date. Regular price usually ships in about a week.

 

[yulilin3]

We had been told about the Rebel Hangar previously and that it might open up on Monday. However, finding it on dining was just a fluke. I wasn't looking for it specifically. I was just searching for all dining at DHS on an SWW day. Disney is the one that made the page visible. Plus, DPB posted the info early too and then pulled it down. I think Disney is partly to blame for this one, due to sloppy work and ineptitude, as opposed to just leaked insider info.

Also, not to blame anyone, but I am a bit surprised that this thread wouldn't pop up in a search for SWW, but I haven't actually tried searching for it. It's not like this is some well guarded secret thread, especially with over half a million views.

I still feel bad for people who wanted to go but can't. However, there are people on this thread who can't get a particular ADR that they want either.

I love Disney, and I mean LOVE. But to me, they are to be blamed entirely. If you have a product that you are going to offer, get all of your facts straight, announce it thru your blog and sell it.
Imagine having this same type of misinformation from any other product. It's just not good costumer service
I tend to agree that they let this leak so that people don't call at the same time because they don't have a good IT department that can handle the influx (look at Free dinning) Also they are cheap and have a reservations dpt that does not know what they are doing. The people that answer the phones are not even in Orlando, many work from home. They search for things the same way you and I would do, just with a bit more inside information. They are not properly trained. This will not change while Disney continues to put out products and they continue to sell out. The only real way to get anything changed is sending Guest Communications an email. they tend to, at least get back to you in a couple of days, and talk to you directly on the phone

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

You're welcome! I enjoy volunteering my time and there's no better place than the "Nicest Thread" on DISboards!!

My DL packing list includes: blinged-out tutus, foam roller, and umbrella (my recently purchased one from WDW)!!

Here's a photo of what I'll be wearing and the tutu that BFF will be wearing:

My bf's sister is running the challenge and then basically going straight to WDW for sww (where we're meeting up with them). I'm very jealous of both of you and your Disney months. Good luck!

 

[yulilin3]

looked like last night, RH is open all week the 1st week? Is this correct?! Then only weekends.....

I saw that too, but when you try to book only weekend dates are available, another fluke

 

[mexxican]

@Tltorrez you're from Silver Spring? We're just over the Moco line in Adelphi. Leaving Sunday night for Universal and then our first trip to WDW for 5 days & SWW

 

[pookadoo77]

https://www.facebook.com/groups/501...ment_id=501728369981577&notif_t=group_comment

link to a facebook page for all SWW trades cancels, and wanted ADR's and experiences..... I'll add to my signature too. Hoping for a Chewie Run page for weekend V (hint,hint)

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

I got to have my moment of triumph. Bf's sister finally noticed the rebel hangar and frantically texted me about there being no availability. So I got to be smug and be like oh yeah... Had that booked since 7 am Monday. Then got a satisfying 'but it wasn't even announced on Monday' response.

Makes me feel like quoting office space 'damn it feels good to be a gangster'.

 

[yulilin3]

BTW, since some of you are friending me on fb and posting pics here, a word of caution. My memory is HORRIBLE!! I can remember faces but not names and def. not usernames. So I'll know I've seen you but just won't know your name, the joys of getting old.
My name is Yulady (you-lady) but will answer to yulilin or yuli or Julie

 

[yulilin3]

I got to have my moment of triumph. Bf's sister finally noticed the rebel hangar and frantically texted me about there being no availability. So I got to be smug and be like oh yeah... Had that booked since 7 am Monday. Then got a satisfying 'but it wasn't even announced on Monday' response.

Makes me feel like quoting office space 'damn it feels good to be a gangster'.

I love that movie...you can tell her you used your Jedi Mind Tricks

 

[Cluelyss]

I have to wonder if the first weekend is actually all booked. Are reservations working correctly now? We all know what we had to do to get ressies - we basically had to walk them through the process - so how many people are taking the CM's at their word, when in reality the CM's just don't know what they're doing? Obviously there are REALLY good CM's, but...yulilin also got hung up on once, so...

We have an ADR for 5/31, and out of curiosity I checked last night to see what other times might be available and there were none. So yes, I think it's very possible the first weekend is sold out already, and maybe all of them, especially given the small size of the venue.

 

[yulilin3]

changed the picture to the Chewie run page to this one. Yes, this was Disneyland but @pookadoo77 thinks it's more appropriate and I couldn't agree more

 

[Cluelyss]

Rachel is finally answering some questions, and hinted at roaming characters. Also looks like they are adding outdoor seating for walk ups, weather permitting. Can't imagine what that line will be like!

 

[yulilin3]

Rachel is finally answering some questions, and hinted at roaming characters. Also looks like they are adding outdoor seating for walk ups, weather permitting. Can't imagine what that line will be like!

thank you I'll link answers:
No, characters are not planned to visit guests at their tables. However, you never know who you’ll find in the abandoned hangar…

Hi Jared, besides the Star Wars-themed menu items, look for a highly immersive lounge environment.

Does the Dark Fried come with chicken nuggets or chicken on a bone?

Rachel Brent on May 6th, 2015 at 9:20 am
They are boneless.

Do you need reservations or can you get on a wait list?

Rachel Brent on May 6th, 2015 at 9:46 am
Hi Timothy, Reservations are highly recommended, but there will be limited outdoor seating for walk-ups, weather permitting.

Where exactly is this located Rachel? Disney culinary creative theming at its best, must say!

Rachel Brent on May 6th, 2015 at 8:51 am
I agree! Rebel Hangar: A Star Wars Lounge Experience will be taking over part of Backlot Express from 4-9p.m. during Star Wars Weekends.

 

[yulilin3]

"you never know who you'll find in an abandoned hangar....."
Ahhh, so many possibilities.

 

[MakiraMarlena]

I do not believe Rebel Hangar was ever intended to be fixed price. I believe that the designation of it as costing "up to 14.99" was misinterpreted. Of course we know some items will cost a bit more than that.

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

try this one for Chewie Run
https://www.facebook.com/events/734248273352813/

I'm not on FB so I can't sign up but I can see the page We will be there First Friday for the Chewie Run!