Imagineers Tease New Experiences Coming to Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

    On Star Wars Day we reflect on Star Wars within the Disney Parks sphere, and one experience that is top of mind is the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser immersive hotel experience. It’s truly the pinnacle of Imagineering, but also something that is struggling to find its footing as it enters its second year of operation. While we’ve recently written about how clouded the future of the experience is, we are also encouraged by some recent comments from Imagineers who engineered the experience. At Star Wars Celebration 2023, top Imagineers were asked about the future of the experience, and here’s what they had to say.

    We’re always talking about kind of: what are the new ways that we might some of those stories to life? It’s fun to kind of think about how does the Halcyon exist kind of even beyond what guests have seen so far.
    Ann Morrow, Imagineer
    I think the storytelling even [on the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser], we may see some evolution, so we’re always evolving our storytelling.
    Scott Trowbridge, Imagineer
    When we design all these things, we designed them with the idea that they’re really frameworks for storytelling. So that, you know, maybe today it’s a mission to do X, Y, or Z, but it’s really designed to be flexible so that in the future, as Scott mentioned, as we continue to tell great new stories inside of the Star Wars cannon, we can find ways to express that through the park experience as well.
    Asa Kalama, Imagineering

    Starting in October, Disney World is reducing the number of Galactic Starcruiser voyages to just two cruises per week instead of 7 days per week. Disney World has not announced any formal plans to change the storyline or introduce new elements to the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience.

    Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Immersive Hotel

    While we’ll recap the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience below, you can find in-depth, day-by-day reports in the following articles!

    Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Report – DAY ONE (Arrival, Cabin Tour, Lightsaber Training, Bridge Ops, Gaya Dinner Show, and More)
    Come along for a detailed look at our first day aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser day one experience at Walt Disney World
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    Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Report – DAY TWO (Batuu, Sneaking Around the Ship, Sublight Lounge, and Climactic Battle)
    Join us as we return to the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser for a report on Day Two!
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    Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Report – DAY THREE (Breakfast, Checkout, Launch Pod Back to Reality, Post-Cruise Merchandise)
    We wrap up our time at the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser with our day three report which includes breakfast, post-cruise merch, and more
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    Guests will arrive at the hotel like any other hotel, but it’s billed as something unlike anything else built by Disney. The adventure begins when you arrive at the Galactic Starcruiser Terminal at Walt Disney World and check-in for your two-night experience. Valet is included in the price of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.

    Once you’ve checked into the hotel, you’ll board a launch pod where you’ll blast off into space and rendezvous with the Halcyon, the ship you’ll spend the next 2-nights aboard. Through windows above, you’ll see yourself leave the real world behind as you jump to hyperspace and draw closer and closer to the Halcyon.

    Here’s concept art of the experience compared to a photo of the actual guest experience in the launch pod.

    During your journey, you will sleep aboard a ship known throughout the galaxy for its glamour and style—crewed by the incomparable interplanetary travel group, Chandrila Star Line.

    Chandrila Star Line is renowned throughout the galaxy for its fleet of comfortable and stylish starcruisers, top-tier service, delicious cuisine and exotic destinations—from the Core Worlds to the Outer Rim and beyond. Chandrila Star Line’s legendary Purgill-class starcruisers were some of the first commercial vessels to offer hyperdrive travel, and their spirit of adventure continues to this day.

    Rest assured that in these times of galactic conflict, Chandrila Star Line operates with the utmost care, and encounters with either the First Order or the Resistance are rare. While itineraries do occasionally experience some disruptions due to the unrest in certain parts of the galaxy, Chandrila Star Line starcruisers are well equipped with the latest shield and turbolaser technology to defend themselves in the unlikely event of dire circumstances—which are never an issue. Well, almost never.

    The Halcyon starcruiser is the jewel of the Chandrila Star Line. Onboard the 100-cabin Corellian MPO-1400 model starcruiser, you’ll voyage to the far reaches of the galaxy in legendary comfort and style. Recently refurbished and reoutfitted, the starcruiser combines modern conveniences with the romance of the age of exploration.

    When the Launch Pod docks with the Halcyon and the airlock opens, you will step into the ship’s main deck Atrium to begin your journey through a galaxy far, far away. Again, here’s a comparison of the concept art versus the actual product.

    A visit aboard the Halcyon becomes a multi-day story that interweaves with members of the crew, other passengers, familiar Star Wars characters, and an excursion to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

    Visiting the starcruiser’s Bridge to learn about ship systems and how to operate them, including navigation and defense – skills that may come in handy during a journey through this adventure-filled galaxy.

    Other areas within the ship include the Engineering Room, where guests can sneak into a crew-only area of the ship and discover the inner workings.

    Guests can also complete lightsaber training! Wielding a lightsaber while facing off against a training remote, where you may discover your own connection with the Force.

    Of course, it’s not going to all be action. There will be time to head to The Sublight Lounge – an inviting retreat for passengers of all ages.

    Guests will also be able to experience luxurious meals – included with your stay in the main restaurant. At night, guests might even be treated to an otherworldly dinner show.

    Every window in the Halcyon – including those in each cabin – has a view of the galaxy beyond, with ever-changing vistas as the ship progresses from place to place.

    The starcruiser features 100 well-appointed cabins and suites, each one radiating an atmosphere of elegance, style, comfort, and exclusivity. Your Star Wars story continues even in your cabin or suite. You’ll be amazed by the attention to detail!

    Each Standard Cabin is fitted with furnishings and fixtures designed to ensure comfort while traveling throughout the galaxy—including a pullout table and a TV with entertainment from your home planet—and a window with a view out into space.

    As always, keep checking back with us here at BlogMickey.com as we continue to bring you the latest news, photos, and info from around the Disney Parks!

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    1. So glad Disney spent $100 million plus on this boondoggle instead paying their employees, creating better experiences for the customers, competiting with Universal, etc.

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