STAR WARS: GALACTIC STARCRUISER Official Information & Questions Thread

[JFox]

Yay. Everything successfully booked at 60 days. So glad to be done with the planning part.

 

[mousedroid]

Traveling with your parents and two small children does not sound like a vacation!

Your parents, and your in-laws, and two small children. That's probably why they seemed to be in a less than stellar mood at dinner (pun intended).

I think "lunch" on the Starcruiser runs until 4 PM on day 2, so for me it would depend on whether you had the 5:30, or 8:00 dinner seating. If your dinner is at 5:30, I'd plan to go back around noon, eat, and then head back to Batuu. If you don't have dinner until 8:00, then maybe grab a snack in the park and wait until 2 or 3 to go back for a larger lunch?

 

[JFox]

I was in WDW last weekend and used UBER several times. Each time we went through the resort guard shack the officer would ask for the drivers ID, glance at it and then return it and waive us through. We were not questioned about ADR's or resort reservations althoughwe had them each time.

This morning I made a departure day ADR for Kona with the GS specialist to ensure we could get through the Poly guard shack. Our Mears shuttle is picking us up from the Poly late afternoon. Now I'm wondering if an ADR is really necessary. I suppose if we were blocked we could get dropped off at the TTC and walk over to the Poly and eat QS. We picked the Poly for the Dole Whips, the monorail and so I could dash into MK to pick up snacks.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

I was in WDW last weekend and used UBER several times. Each time we went through the resort guard shack the officer would ask for the drivers ID, glance at it and then return it and waive us through. We were not questioned about ADR's or resort reservations althoughwe had them each time.

This morning I made a departure day ADR for Kona with the GS specialist to ensure we could get through the Poly guard shack. Our Mears shuttle is picking us up from the Poly late afternoon. Now I'm wondering if an ADR is really necessary. I suppose if we were blocked we could get dropped off at the TTC and walk over to the Poly and eat QS. We picked the Poly for the Dole Whips, the monorail and so I could dash into MK to pick up snacks.

Before I answer your question, just curious as to your luggage plans in this scenario?

 

[JFox]

Before I answer your question, just curious as to your luggage plans in this scenario?

There are 7 of us, 5 bags. Someone will be with our bags at all times.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

There are 7 of us, 5 bags. Someone will be with our bags at all times.

Ah, got it. Big crew!

Access to resorts via rideshare (especially a park accessible one like Poly) always seems like one of those YMMV topics. My personal experience with rideshare (which is relatively abundant) is more like yours from last week, but inevitably people around here will proclaim “they absolutely aren’t going to let you in.” So I say 90-95% chance they’ll waive you right through, 5-10% chance you get a guard who opts to take a different approach. The TTC as a backup seems an ok plan as long as you don’t mind pulling all that luggage along the way. Obviously not a normal spot to be dropped off with a lot of luggage, but I’ve seen stranger things at WDW.

 

[GeekzRus]

I’ve never done the cruiser, I just used to be a local AP who often cosplayed SW at HS. Adults were never allowed to wear full face paint, non-medical masks, or helmets at the parks. They actually relaxed costume rules a bit for HS compared to what they used to be. Basically, no weapons other than lightsabers, capes can’t be past your hip, no robes, avoid perfectly matching any characters, and use normal everyday clothing (that maybe you made some modifications to) to create your look. Anything within that goes! I’ve seen lots of Rey’s, jedi, sith, Han’s, and generic well-done SW outfits. Jedi/sith sometimes sub a jacket or long cardigan for the robe.

Yes, Had found out the hard way years ago. But this last time was able to do Bastila Shan and noone really cared since shes not a character you see at WDW. Have a Fennec Cosplay but didn't want to chance being kicked out on it looking too much like another character

 

[beldred]

I was in WDW last weekend and used UBER several times. Each time we went through the resort guard shack the officer would ask for the drivers ID, glance at it and then return it and waive us through. We were not questioned about ADR's or resort reservations althoughwe had them each time.

This morning I made a departure day ADR for Kona with the GS specialist to ensure we could get through the Poly guard shack. Our Mears shuttle is picking us up from the Poly late afternoon. Now I'm wondering if an ADR is really necessary. I suppose if we were blocked we could get dropped off at the TTC and walk over to the Poly and eat QS. We picked the Poly for the Dole Whips, the monorail and so I could dash into MK to pick up snacks.

Before I answer your question, just curious as to your luggage plans in this scenario?

We are planning pretty much the same thing as JFox. Don't fly out until 7pm of departure day, so I'm thinking we'll get an Uber/Lyft to one of the monorail resorts. Then we can wander around a bit checking out the resorts (only monorail resort we've stayed at before is Contemporary), have a dole whip, maybe do some shopping, have a late lunch, then get an uber/lyft to the airport.
My only concern with this scenario is our luggage. I know you can't take it on the monorail. I was originally hoping we could pack entirely in a couple of backpacks since after all it's only 3 days and there's just the two of us. But as costume ideas expand I feel like this is not going to happen. LOL So still trying to figure things out at this point. We go in 2 months.

 

[Disney Dad ADL]

We are planning pretty much the same thing as JFox. Don't fly out until 7pm of departure day, so I'm thinking we'll get an Uber/Lyft to one of the monorail resorts. Then we can wander around a bit checking out the resorts (only monorail resort we've stayed at before is Contemporary), have a dole whip, maybe do some shopping, have a late lunch, then get an uber/lyft to the airport.
My only concern with this scenario is our luggage. I know you can't take it on the monorail. I was originally hoping we could pack entirely in a couple of backpacks since after all it's only 3 days and there's just the two of us. But as costume ideas expand I feel like this is not going to happen. LOL So still trying to figure things out at this point. We go in 2 months.

We had a similar issue, our flight on departure day is 6 pm. Ultimately decided to rent a car just so we could have someplace to put our luggage.

 

[floribr1]

Traveling with your parents and two small children does not sound like a vacation!

I am thinking of taking a wait and see approach, going through Day 1 and then at that point deciding whether we want to stay in the bubble on Day 2 or venture further into the park. I think the priority will have to be Batuu missions, then the two rides, and then maybe some other HS attractions around lunchtime (or after) if I can get the LLs to work out.

What is the latest you would recommend getting back to the ship? I was assuming around 2:00 or so if we want time to eat and recover a bit. Alternatively, would it be feasible to eat at, say, noon or so on the Starcruiser and then go back into HS for a bit for a couple of LLs? We want to save our dining credits for the final day, to use at Animal Kingdom.

Just wanted to address a couple of the points in your post...

First, where you say "I think the priority will have to be Batuu missions, then the two rides, and then maybe some other HS attractions." Without getting into any spoilers, just be aware that the two rides will be a integrated part of your missions, not something else to do in addition to your missions. The whole thing is very well conceived!

And second, the time by which you will want to get back to the Halcyon will depend on several factors factors. For instance, some of your scheduled activities may necessitate your being back on on the ship at a certain time (e.g., bridge training, light saber training, etc.), and you may receive new missions/activities that don't appear in your Datapad until the end of your Day 1 or at some point during Day 2. So my advice is to keep a flexible mindset. I would definitely suggest getting an early transport down to the planet to maximize your flexibility. And as your correctly noted, you will be able to go back-and-forth to Batuu as often as you like as plans evolve/change.

 

[sophy1996]

Here at Star Wars Celebration. The Halcyon is well-represented with a nicely themed display.

 

[PrincessofAlderaan]

Weird ask, but does anyone remember the brand of bathrobe available in the Starcruiser rooms?

 

[karmacats]

If anyone is keeping up the roll call, we moved our booking from sept 13 to dec 4. Dec dates are significantly more expensive than sept; we switched from a suite to a regular room but only saved $300 due to the date change. On the plus side, I was only on hold for about 30 seconds and the CM i talked to was fantastic. (I called at about 4 pm today and used the number on the starcruiser website, if anyone was wondering about a low wait time to call.)

Bummed we have to wait an extra couple months, but i guess this gives me more time to figure out what to wear. . We're doing the Orlando Informer After Hours at Universal Studios Dec 9 and 10, so it made more sense to combine the starcruiser with that trip rather than schlepping to FL twice.

 

[slg]

Hi everyone! Planning on doing this either Dec 30 or Jan. The Jan dates aren’t out yet, but I am hopping they will be cheaper! I have loads of questions but here are two to start.

Do they supply you with phones for your data pad or do,you need to being your own? My husband doesn’t have a smart phone!

Can you eat food at Bantu and then come back for lunch? I want to experience both but don’t want to pay for Bantu if it isn’t included.

 

[Friendlyadvice2]

How necessary is it for everyone in a group to have their own MDE/Play app, assuming a child and parent will choose the same "path" and do the missions in tandem? Can one MDE/device simply be used?

 

[dorito]

Hi everyone! Planning on doing this either Dec 30 or Jan. The Jan dates aren’t out yet, but I am hopping they will be cheaper! I have loads of questions but here are two to start.

Do they supply you with phones for your data pad or do,you need to being your own? My husband doesn’t have a smart phone!

Can you eat food at Bantu and then come back for lunch? I want to experience both but don’t want to pay for Bantu if it isn’t included.

They will provide you with a data pad , just head over to passenger services when you arrive.

Also, you can eat on Batuu and have lunch also. Both are covered. Just use your phone app to order on Batuu.

 

[dorito]

How necessary is it for everyone in a group to have their own MDE/Play app, assuming a child and parent will choose the same "path" and do the missions in tandem? Can one MDE/device simply be used?

You could use one device if you are planning to take the same path. Shouldn’t be an issue. My only thought would be that if you were to get invited to something onboard at the end of day two you might want to make sure that both of you are listed on the same event. You could check with passenger services when you get onboard and they will be able to answer everything for you and give you a data pad if you decide you want one for your child.

 

[iheartglaciers]

On the topic of when new dates past 12/31/2022 may become available...if I did my math right the timing of the two releases to date have been something like this...

	From (check-in)	To (check-out)	# of Days	# of Voyages		General Booking Available	Days in Advance of First New Date	Months in Advance of First New Date
Release #1	3/1/2022	10/1/2022	214	107		10/28/2021	124	4.1
Release #2	10/1/2022	1/1/2023	92	46		3/4/2022	211	6.9

Early June would fit the roughly just under 7 months out of Release #2. But obviously big TBD if any sort of pattern emerges with this thing. One could argue that since many book this in conjunction with other portions of a WDW stay, it'd be nice if 2023 dates get released here sometime soon just for convenience for those that plan that far out.

I was hoping the next wave of dates would open with the 2023 hotel packages on June 8, but my travel agent said nothing official has been announced (and Starcruiser phone CMs didn't know, not that that means anything). I feel like they could still open up that day with no advance warning

 

[Disney Dad ADL]

Weird ask, but does anyone remember the brand of bathrobe available in the Starcruiser rooms?

It’s difficult to read the tag, Chadsworth & Haig? Chads-something & Haig, lol

 

[PrincessofAlderaan]

It’s difficult to read the tag, Chadsworth & Haig? Chads-something & Haig, lol

Wow, thanks for replying! Enjoy your cruise! (Am I right in assuming you’re there?)