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DFB Video: The Truth About Disney’s Star Wars Hotel

We stayed at Disney’s Star Wars Hotel and it’s time to find out if this truly is a “revolutionary vacation experience” or a failure. It’s time to weigh in on what makes this hotel so contentious among fans, so outrageous to Disney outsiders looking at that $6,000 price tag, and so alluring for the folks who have already booked their outer space vacations.

Star Wars Hotel Atrium

We’re gonna find out why Disney went all-in on an experience that seemingly puts only the wealthiest guests inside a windowless bunker for two full days surrounded by aliens, possibly questionable food choices, and endless decisions to live out their own “epic Star Wars story.”

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ALL the Exclusive Merchandise You Can Buy at the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World

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We’ve seen the movies. Let’s be real here. Princess Leia isn’t exactly wearing a t-shirt, shorts, and flip flops on all of her adventures. So what if you arrive at the Star Wars Hotel, see the fully in-theme characters around you, and suddenly feel the urge to put giant buns in your hair and wear a FULL Star Wars-inspired outfit (that you will then pull out of your closet once a year to wear for no reason whatsoever)? Or maybe you just want to buy a trinket to commemorate your experience? Don’t panic! Like any good Disney experience, even in space there’s a gift shop! ⭐MERCHANDISING!⭐

Merchandise on the Galactic Starcruiser

While we were busy cruising in a galaxy far, far away, we spent a lot of time eating some unique food, going on some fun missions for the Resistance (and maybe also the First Order — don’t judge us! 😂), and sleeping in space. But we also spent some time shopping and we’ve got photos of EVERY piece of merchandise you can buy on the Galactic Starcruiser! From full-on outfits, to shirts, to water bottles — we’re covering it all for you.

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Everything INCLUDED When You Leave the Star Wars Hotel for Hollywood Studios

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Imagine that you’ve just spent THOUSANDS of dollars to go on a totally immersive experience. Quite literally — thousands. of. dollars. You’d want to milk that experience for all that it’s worth, right? Now comes the wild part. What if we told you that part way through that experience you’d have the chance to (and maybe even want to?) LEAVE the central location where the experience is conducted and go on some more missions in a different place?

Crown of Corellia Dining Room

Disney World’s new Star Wars hotel will soon be open, which means you’ll soon be able to live inside a Star Wars story for two nights. You’ve donned your costume, learned how to wield a lightsaber, and fueled up with some Blue Milk, so now it’s time to…leave the hotel in the middle of your trip? Why in the galaxy would you leave before the experience is done? Well, now we’ve got some answers on what you can experience if you DO take this excursion off of the Halcyon, and just what is included in this adventure.

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The Only Star Wars Hotel Complete Guide You’ll Ever Need for Disney World

By AJ and the DFB Team 7 Comments

NOTE: While we will not be sharing details when it comes to stories and big surprises that may take place when you are visiting the Galactic Starcruiser, we will be sharing photos and details from inside the hotel. Please proceed with caution if you are looking for a 100% spoiler-free experience.

You’ve heard the words mentioned — maybe just a rumbling in the distance — *whispers* the Star Wars Hotel. You’ve heard about the undeniably HIGH prices for this experience, and how it’ll have blue shrimp and Star Wars characters and all kinds of other stuff. You’ve heard about these things and maybe even seen the concept art. But what is it REALLY like? What food is available? What does lightsaber training actually look like? Well, friends, you’re in the right place.

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Entrance

If you’re thinking about traveling to a galaxy far, far away but you’re not sure if the brand-new Star Wars hotel in Disney World is right for you, we’ve got you covered. We’ve put together the ULTIMATE guide to Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser with all kinds of details and answers to YOUR questions about the one-of-a-kind 2-night experience “where you’ll see, feel and live Star Wars in a whole new way.”

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FULL REVIEW: Yes, Dinner Night 2 Is DIFFERENT at the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World

By Kelly Oliveros 2 Comments

We’d like to address the elephant in the room (maybe it’s not really an elephant in the room ’cause people are talking about it more than they talk about Bruno, but anyway). Yes, there is blue shrimp in space (apparently). Yes, we ate it. Yes, it is as…unique…as it looks. But here’s what you need to know about the food during your second dinner at Disney World’s Star Wars Hotel — it’s not just all about the blue shrimp.

Star Wars Hotel Atrium

We recently got to take a special media trip on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser (a.k.a. the Star Wars Hotel), and the entire experience will open to all guests soon. We’ve been sharing a FULL look at our time there (the good, the confusing, and the delicious) and now we’re giving you a complete guide to dinner on the Star Wars Hotel on night 2. Dinner on night 2 has different offerings than night 1, making it a unique experience. So just what should you expect from night 2 dinner? What items are a must-try and which might you not want seconds of? And, we’ve got to answer it — WHAT ABOUT THAT BLUE SHRIMP?! We’ve got all the details here for you!

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PHOTOS and REVIEW: We Ate EVERYTHING on the Dinner Night 1 Menu at the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World

By Kelly Oliveros 2 Comments

What? You mean BRIGHT green dumplings, Bantha Beef(?!), and fluffy, green rice aren’t something you serve at dinner every day? Oh, well, in that case, you’re in for a TREAT, our dear earthlings.

Star Wars Hotel

We’ve experienced our first day onboard the Galactic Starcruiser, AKA Disney World’s new Star Wars hotel. We’ve gotten some training on the Halcyon’s defense systems, spent some time exploring this new “ship,” and maybe even saved a Wookiee! Now it’s time to head into the Crown of Corellia Dining Room for our first dinner onboard the ship! We’ve heard a little bit about the food at the Star Wars hotel already, so we’re eager to see if the dishes really live up to our expectations. There are Star Wars-themed cocktails, and all kinds of unique entrées. So which items are out-of-this-world, and which should have stayed on their home planets? Let’s find out! [Read more…]

FULL REVIEW: What to Get (or AVOID) for Breakfast at the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World

By Sara McOmber 1 Comment

Mickey waffles. You know ’em. You love ’em. You could eat a million of ’em on vacation for breakfast (and any other time you can find them). But now the critical question arrives — can you get Mickey waffles for breakfast…in SPACE?!

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

The Star Wars hotel is a majorly hot topic right now, and we’re bringing you tons of information about this spot ahead of its official opening so that you can know if it’s really worth that BIG price tag. And since we’re the Disney Food Blog, we’re putting a big emphasis on the food at this new hotel (of course! Vacations are for eating, am I right?!)! From bubble waffle grilled cheese to blue shrimp, we’re trying it all and giving you the lowdown. Right now, let’s take a look at what the most important meal of the day looks like in SPACE! [Read more…]

REVIEW: Why Space Snacks Look Awfully Familiar at the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World

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Are there Mickey ice cream bars in space? Do Jedi in training get to snack between lessons? What if I just want to spend my time in space eating as many treats as humanly possible — what is there to munch on? You’ve got space food questions, we’ve got ANSWERS!

Star Wars Hotel Entrance

The newest immersive & interactive experience — Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser (a.k.a. the Star Wars Hotel) — is about to open at Disney World. We got a special look at this entire experience thanks to a media sailing we were invited to and we’ve been sharing ALL the information you need to know. From full reviews of lunch, dinner, and breakfast, to details about the rooms and more — we’ve got you covered. Right now we’re tackling something VERY important when it comes to this space trip — snacks!

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FULL REVIEW: Is the Captain’s Table Worth the EXTRA MONEY at the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World?

By Kelly Oliveros 5 Comments

Want to take your Star Wars Hotel experience to the NEXT LEVEL? Want that VIP-style treatment? Want to sit at the center of everything and get access to an exclusive experience? Get ready.

Galactic Starcruiser

There’s a lot about the new Star Wars Hotel (Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser) that already feels very exclusive. First of all, there’s the big price tag that comes with a stay there, making it an exclusive experience in of itself. And some special experiences onboard like lightsaber training, Sabacc tournaments, and the perks guests get on Batuu, make it feel even more special. But there’s one experience that actually is quite exclusive since only a handful of guests staying at the Star Wars Hotel will get to experience it each night at the hotel. We investigated to see if this bonus experience is worth the extra cost and whether you should add it to your itinerary if you’re visiting this new hotel. [Read more…]

The BEST Food Is HIDING at the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World

By Kelly Oliveros 1 Comment

RUN. 🏃 We repeat, RUN, DO NOT WALK, to THIS special Star Wars Hotel spot if you really want to be in a foodie paradise. Forget the blue shrimp. Forget the colorful dumplings. There’s one spot in the Star Wars Hotel that is a true hidden gem when it comes to snacks, and we’ve got ALL the details you need to know.

Galactic Starcruiser

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser (a.k.a. the Star Wars Hotel) opens in just a few days in Disney World and will be full of unique experiences, including a bar/lounge (called the Sublight Lounge) that is very different than the bars you’ve been to before. We got the chance to experience this bar/lounge and much more during a special media preview of the ship and we’ve been taking you along with us for the adventure. Now we’re turning our focus to the Sublight Lounge and all it has to offer. Is this spot one you can’t miss during your starcruiser experience or one you could totally skip? Let’s find out.

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