Disney World's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser closing this fall

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• What Is the In-Universe Lore for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser?
• I always stop to see the Disney characters in their cute beachwear
• Galaxy Class Suite
• Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser - Opening Date, Price, Reservations, and More
• Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser
• When and How Can I Reserve a Stay at Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser?
• What does this mean for other Star Wars experiences at Disney parks?

But the story experience is carefully designed to unfold over the course of two days, so lounging is not encouraged. There are also no windows in the rooms, only a “viewport” screen that projects an endlessly dark vista, which is not dissimilar to looking out at the open sea. But at least on an earthly cruise ship, you can tell when day becomes night and vice versa. That isn’t to say that the animation of the view is tacky; it’s very well-animated with cool details, but it’s disorienting the way that casinos are designed to be built to keep you playing longer. A standard cabin is comparable to what you’d find on a cruise ship cabin, which is hard to accept when you know the room could be as large as Disney wanted to make them, and with the imagination of Star Wars, yet they chose to go small.

What Is the In-Universe Lore for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser?

For those who do use the Datapad, there are many things to do on it, but it doesn’t do all the things it really should be doing. For example, as tight as the itinerary is, there is no way for it to notify you when you have an upcoming activity. The Datapad also serves as the primary way to facilitate covert interactions with characters, removing any exciting chances to interact in real life and leaving you feeling like you’re playing a mobile game. Their ability to deliver serious yet comedic moments and fun interactions is what makes them one of the best free-roaming characters in the parks and aboard the cruise ships. The waking hours during the experience can get very busy, so a multitude of costume changes aren’t recommended. Of course, if you’re an expert at the quick change and want to go all out, feel free.

I always stop to see the Disney characters in their cute beachwear

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“Not awful” isn’t exactly effusive praise, but Summon the Force was lightyears better than the other deck party shows we’ve seen aboard Disney Cruise Line, almost all of which talk down to audiences and aren’t aimed at anyone over the age of 6. Speaking of the theatre(s), throughout the cruise, late night showings of Star Wars movies were shown. I hadn’t seen any of the original trilogy on the big screen since the late 1990s, so it was very cool to revisit these in Buena Vista Theatre.

Galaxy Class Suite

A little preparation can go a long way to having the best possible experience onboard the ship. At one point in our abridged trip, a few members of my group were pulled aside by a crew member to assist in a jailbreak for a captured Resistance member. Together, we hacked a terminal, passed the brig override code across a room in a short game of telephone, and unlocked the door so that they could escape. Presumably, I could have decided not to help if I wanted to aid the First Order instead.

Even if you hate the freefall sensation, it's worth trying to experience some of Disney's best-ever ride theming and storytelling. Once the site of a glamorous Tinseltown hotel, the ominous 199-foot-tall tower casts an aura of foreboding over the decaying grounds. Overgrown landscaping and eerie big-band jazzy tunes help set the stage in the immersive queue, which becomes even more impressive upon entering the abandoned, cobweb-covered lobby. For most Walt Disney World guests, time is money, so purchasing an Individual Lightning Lane is a smart way to skip the line.

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

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Guests are passengers aboard the 275th anniversary trip of the luxury starcruiser, the Halcyon, which is emulating its original voyage from Chandrila to Batuu. Set in between The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker, the ship runs afoul of the First Order — Star Wars drama ensues. Disney is putting plenty of emphasis on the food and drink aboard (both included in the ticket price, although specialty and alcoholic drinks are not).

I grew up on Disney and it has and continues to be a huge part of my life. I started young when my parents took me to Disney World when I was 18 months old. Little did they know that would be the first of an uncountable number of trips we would take. I have so many amazing memories going to Disney with my family and friends and it has been interwoven into my DNA. The only reason we suggest staying in Galaxy’s Edge is it helps keep you immersed in the story you are living during your voyage. If you go off and do Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster or the Tower of Terror, it ruins the atmosphere Disney has tried to create.

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It's easy to look at Slinky Dog Dash, which Andy has "built" in his backyard by combining his Slinky Dog toy with a Mega Coaster Kit, and assume it's a coaster for little kids a la Magic Kingdom's The Barnstormer. For "Star Wars" fans, the queue is as bucket list-worthy as actually taking a seat at the controls. This opening-day attraction is always a good time; if you don't believe me, you're in de-Nile. Not for the faint of heart (or stomach), this ride is both scary and nausea-inducing for some, but a runaway fan-favorite thrill ride for many.

An opening-day attraction that never gets old, Haunted Mansion adds more fans to its cult following every year. 2023 brought the debut of a new film inspired by the ride and the announcement that the mansion's 999 happy haunts would soon be hitting the high seas in Haunted Mansion Parlor, opening when the Disney Treasure sets sail this December. Interesting though the queue is, we still only recommend waiting in it when wait times are manageable, typically at rope drop or as late as possible in the evening. The stunning score, gorgeous visuals and effects like scents, mist and wind combine to make this one a top must-do, but it also comes with one of the heftiest wait times — still regularly clocking in at two or more hours, nearly seven years after opening. One of six randomized '70s and '80s pop-rock classics provides the soundtrack for the silky smooth ride that feels like a swinging, soaring dance party through space. Like Space Mountain, the ride is in near darkness but enhanced with elaborate projections and some physical set pieces.

When Disney first announced pricing, a two-night stay was quoted as starting at $4,809 for two adults, while a family of four (three adults, one child) was $5,999. That only includes the “basic” — relatively speaking — Galactic Starcruiser experience. Many Tron fans will tell you night rides are superior — and with lighting after dark, they're not wrong — but unless you're willing to pay for a timed Individual Lightning Lane after sunset or are eligible for the 6 p.m.

There are a few ride-like activities on the Halcyon, like the lightsaber training pod or the bridge, and the overall vibe here is more cruise ship than theme park — albeit a cruise ship that’s been ripped out of the Star Wars universe. This experience is best suited for extroverts with more than a little disposable income who are seeking an immersive, LARP-like experience. At the hefty aforementioned price point (not including a flight), it is inaccessible to many fans of the series, and it’s hard to actually see where that money goes toward. Sure, it can’t be cheap to pay for the crew members and performers, the utilities (imagine all those toilets and showers!), and the food, but why not just break those up into additional dining experiences like Medieval Times or activities in the park? Hopefully, the price drops as costs are recouped, and to tie this back to the series, hope is all we got for right now.

Departing from Port Canaveral, the seven-night Western Caribbean itinerary includes Cozumel, Mexico; Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, and Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay. Having a travel advisor means someone there to have your back in any occurrence. There is no additional cost to you and you have peace of mind knowing that your vacation is in good hands. The crew of the Star Cruiser do a great job of making sure everyone has the best experience possible. They subtly guide you through the cruise, and are always available to help if you run into technical difficulties. I always make a point to stop in at the various shops near the family beach to see the Castaway Cay merchandise.