Disney Releases Pricing, New Info, Commercial, and More for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Disney Resorts, Hollywood Studios

Disney is continuing to release more details on the new Star Wars-themed hotel, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, which is opening in spring 2022. A new commercial has been released along with information on what’s includes in the vacation packages and most importantly, pricing.

From a Disney Cast Member;

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is set to open in spring 2022 at Walt Disney World Resort, and today with the debut of its first commercial, we get a glimpse of what this first-of-its-kind vacation experience will be like. Check it out!

After you’ve watched this one or maybe 10 times, here are a few fun moments that stood out to me:

    • We already know our adventure will begin at the Galactic Starcruiser Terminal at Walt Disney World, where we’ll enter a launch pod and head out into space. In this new clip, we watch out a viewport as the pod jumps to hyperspace, followed by the sudden appearance of the Halcyon starcruiser, our home base for this immersive two-night adventure in a galaxy far, far away.
    • As we learned last week from Disney Imagineers, the dining experience will certainly be a highlight of a stay aboard the starcruiser. And you never know whom you may bump into while sipping a beverage.
    • You see in the commercial how the Resistance is always looking for new recruits – but will we choose to join them?
    • As our hero’s family rushes into the scene, you get a view out to space over his shoulder, and then a quick look inside the cabin. The sleeping berths we can see are reminiscent of a similar bunk inside the main hold of the Millennium Falcon, no? And those are definitely some nice robes the family is wearing – they look like Jedi ready for action!
    • When the camera pulls back, we zoom out the cabin’s viewport and into space – where suddenly TIE fighters dart in and hurl some blaster bolts toward the starcruiser. The Imagineers let us know we’ll be trained in bridge operations as part of our stay on the ship, and its laser cannons may come in handy at some point …

That’s a lot to digest in just 30 seconds! If you’re interested in learning more, head over to www.starwarsgalacticstarcruiser.com, which was updated this morning with loads of new details. While you’re there, be sure to sign up to receive updates as more information is released. You can also check out our aforementioned conversation with Imagineers all about Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser in the video below.

Vacation Package and Pricing Details

One question that is on everyone’s mind is how much and what is exactly is included. Disney has released more details on that front. A lot of information is available on www.starwarsgalacticstarcruiser.com including sample pricing. Take a look at the image below for what you can expect to pay for the stay.

Here is a look with details from the Walt Disney World website:

View a sample itinerary that gives you an exciting look at some of the many experiences that you may encounter during your voyage.

Your Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser vacation package includes:

    • 2-night stay in a cabin or suite.
    • Ongoing, immersive, and interactive entertainment, where choices determine your experience
    • Food and beverages on the starcruiser (excluding alcoholic and specialty beverages) and a quick-service meal at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo or other select locations at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
    • Admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for your planetary excursion to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
    • Valet parking.
    • Exclusive Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser databand (known on your home planet as a MagicBand).

Price based on a cabin room at Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. The number of packages available is limited. All packages are a 2-night experience. Package includes entry to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for one (1) day on day 2 of your experience. This admission ticket expires at midnight prior to departure date and is nonupgradable, nontransferable, nonrefundable and excludes activities/events separately priced. Package includes two (2) breakfast, two (2) lunch and two (2) dinner meals per Guest, with gratuity included for dinners; and one (1) quick-service meal consisting of one (1) entrée and either one (1) nonalcoholic beverage or, if age 21 or over, one (1) alcoholic beverage (where available), or, for Guests ages 3 to 9, one (1) combo meal from the children’s menu offerings, to be used in the theme park only. Entertainment and experiences onboard subject to change without notice or liability.

Pricing has not been released for Galaxy Class Suites or Grand Captain Suites. Note that packages will be limited as there are only 100 cabins/suites available.

Special Disney Family Night Dinner at Walt Disney World Resort

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Resorts

As we’ve previously shared, there’s new mouthwatering magic this summer at the Walt Disney World Resort with the debut of our Disney Family Night Dinner experiences. And today, we’ve ordered up even more terrific tidbits to share on these tasty, take-out meals for everyone to enjoy. 

Disney Family Night Dinner is an attention-grabbing dining bundle that includes a flavorful feast, delectable dessert and original card-type games inspired by favorite Disney characters and friends. These three-course meal packages are available at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and feature the following:

Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort:

  • Roasted Jamaican-style Chicken
  • Fried Yucca
  • Cilantro Rice
  • Seasonal Vegetables
  • Caribbean Pull-apart Rolls with Onion Jam and Guava Butter
  • Decorate-your-own Mickey and Minnie Cookies

Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa:

  • Garden Salad – Tomato, cucumber, carrots, and a duo of dressings
  • Savory Lasagna – Three cheese lasagna with tomato sauce
  • Two Mickey-shaped Cheese or Pepperoni Pizzas
  • Minnie Cheesecake with strawberry sauce, whipped cream, and fresh berries

And while enjoying the fabulous feast, Guests can let the games begin! Mickey and Minnie Mouse host a one-of-a-kind Game Night through card games that’ll bring out every family’s most creative and playful qualities. And when the games are completed, they’ll reveal a special dose of Disney magic!

Disney Family Night Dinners are sharable and serve three to four people. The meals are available from 5-10 p.m. ET now and through the summer via mobile order and at the two resort locations.

Reopening This Month At Walt Disney World

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

Via DisDining.com

August is going to be another step toward normal again, with more favorites returning. Here are the August, 2021 reopenings.

Entertainment

Wonderful World of Animation – Disney’s Hollywood Studios – reopening August 1: We don’t know when fireworks will return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be an end of the night presentation. Wonderful World of Animation is a projection show that takes place on and around the Chinese Theater. You’ll enjoy decades worth of cinema in the 12 minute show. Many past guests have missed it because they were at Fantasmic. You don’t have that excuse right now.

Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor – Magic Kingdom – reopening August 8: Humans will soon be able to enter the monster world once again! Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor is a live show the relies heavily on audience participation. It’s a lot of fun and sure to put a smile on your face. If you know a good joke you can text it before you enter the theater and it might be part of the show!

Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage – Disney’s Hollywood Studios – reopening August 15: A tale as old as time will soon delight young and old alike once again. Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage is a high quality show that is faithful to the animated film that you know and love. At 25 minutes it’s condensed, but you’ll hear your favorite songs and see your favorite characters. The highlight is arguably the waltz between Belle and the Beast. This is one of the top shows that Walt Disney World fans have wanted to return, on August 15 they will get their wish.

Turtle Talk With Crush – EPCOT – reopening August 21: You’ll soon be able to enjoy a totally tubular time with everyone’s favorite turtle! Crush and the gang will be back entertaining and interacting with guests. Get your questions ready, because Crush wants to answer all of them! He’s been quiet for too long.

Hall of Presidents – Magic Kingdom – date unknown: Whenever a new US President is sworn in, the Hall of Presidents shuts down to install a new animatronic and update the soundtrack. Disney has not given an exact date for when the attraction will open again, but it has been confirmed that it will be sometime in August.

Restaurants

Pizzafari – Disney’s Animal Kingdom – reopening August 2: If you’re in the mood for individual sized pizza, Pizzafari is the place to go. The atmosphere is half the fun, with five themed rooms that you can dine in. Check the hours, because it looks like they will be limited; at least at first. Mobile Ordering is encouraged.

Columbia Harbour House – Magic Kingdom – reopening August 5: Enjoy a taste of New England at this popular quick service restaurant. You can start with Clam Chowder, and then move onto a Lobster Roll. You don’t have to want seafood to dine here. The Lighthouse Sandwich is a popular plant-based option. It’s so popular that when it was removed from the menu several years ago, there were a number of complaints and Disney decided to bring it back. Again, Mobile Ordering is encouraged.

Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood – Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort – reopening August 5: Located in Gran Destino Tower, Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood has the feel of a signature restaurant. It’s beautiful inside, and since you’re on the roof you can head outside and enjoy spectacular views. If you aren’t sure what to order, try the Chef’s Signature Dinner for Two. You won’t be disappointed.

Yachtsman Steakhouse – Disney’s Yacht Club Resort – reopening August 5: Many people say that the steak served at Yachtsman Steakhouse is the best at Walt Disney World. You can enjoy this signature restaurant again on August 5. Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is a quick walk from the International Gateway Entrance to EPCOT, so you can easily get away and then head back to the park for EPCOT Forever. There is a dress code at Yachtsman Steakhouse, so make sure you’ve checked it before you make your plans.

Atlantic Dance Hall – Disney’s BoardWalk – reopening August 6: Get ready to dance the night away! There is no food served at Atlantic Dance Hall, but there is a full bar. Videos from yesteryear and more recent are played. Atlantic Dance Hall is strictly for the 21 and up crowd. It may not be open nightly, before the closure it was open Tuesdays through Saturdays.

Resorts

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House, Reopening August 26: All of the Walt Disney World resort hotels will be open by the end of 2021. Next up is Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Jambo House. There are some aspects of the property that may not be operating, and all restaurants might not be open. Still, it’s a beautiful property and a wonderful place to stay. Spend some time watching the animals on the savannas. They’ve missed you.  

Walt Disney World Is Hiring Thousands of New Cast Members

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks, Disney Resorts, Uncategorized

We are just a little over 60 days away from celebrating Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary called “The World’s Most Magical Celebration“ which kicks off on October 1. As Disney reopens more resorts, more restaurants, more attractions, and more experience – they need talented Cast Members to make the magic happen. Even though we’ve seen Disney hire in their largest ever Traditions Class and offer huge hiring bonuses, it’s obviously Disney still needs help as they are launching a hiring spree as they seek thousands more Cast Members.

As shared via Walt Disney World Cast & Community Facebook: “The magic is calling everyone to Walt Disney World Resort for The World’s Most Magical Celebration – and we’re looking for magic makers, dreamers and doers to join us in celebrating our 50th anniversary! We are now hiring thousands of new Cast Members in an online hiring event now through July 31. For more information and to apply, visit WaltDisneyWorld.jobs/jobfair #DisneyJobs”

If you’re a Disney fan, chances are you have one or more stories about an extra magical Cast Members that went above and beyond to make your visit to Walt Disney World extra special. Just think – now you’ll have a chance to make magic for others while you get to enjoy the parks and resorts as part of your job regularly. Simply visit DisneyCareers.com to check out all the available positions. 

Extended Evening Theme Park Hours for Deluxe Resort Hotel Guests

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

As we recently shared, as part of The World’s Most Magical Celebration, Guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels or Disney Deluxe Villas and other select hotels can enjoy Extended Evening Hours – experiencing select attractions, shops and dining after regular park hours – in select theme parks on select nights.

The current schedule for extended evening theme park hours is now available under the Disney Resort Hotels section of DisneyTravelTradeInfo.com/WDW.

Together with early theme park entry, which is available to all Disney Resort hotel Guests, Guests will get to arrive earlier and stay later so they can maximize their time in the parks during The World’s Most Magical Celebration! 

To enjoy these benefits, Guests will need a valid Resort ID, valid admission and a theme park reservation for the same park on the same day. (Or a ticket or annual pass with the Park Hopper option, provided the Guest entered the park where made their reservation earlier in the day.)