Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser [Walt Disney World Resort - 2022-2023]

Deux photos du modèle réduit du croiseur interstellaire The Halcyon installé dans la galerie d'exposition Walt Disney Present à Disney's Hollywood Studios Park où il sera exposé pour une durée limitée.

Les deux photographies ont été partagées par Jeff Vahle, président de Walt Disney World Resort.




Mise à jour de la carte du resort avec l'apparition de Star Wars : Galactic Starcruiser :

Je suis très curieux de voir le rendu de cette expérience !

Premier aperçu du couloir menant aux chambres à bord du croiseur interstellaire The Halcyon :


L'image conceptuelle provient du livre The Art of Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge publié récemment chez Abrams Books.

Vue aérienne juillet 2021 du croiseur interstellaire The Halcyon :


Le shuttle terminal de Batuu qui accueillera les navettes en provenance du croiseur interstellaire The Halcyon (partie située à l'extérieure de Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge qui ne sera pas visible pour les visiteurs) :  



Le shuttle terminal de Batuu ou débarqueront et embarqueront les visiteurs de et vers le croiseur interstellaire The Halcyon (partie située à l'intérieur de Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge qui sera donc visible à tous les visiteurs) :

Le croiseur interstellaire Halcyon sera votre hôte pour une aventure de deux nuits. L'élégant navire est connu pour son service impeccable, ses divertissements fabuleux et ses repas exquis dont vous pourrez profiter pendant vos vacances dès 2022 ! Et le croiseur interstellaire Halcyon ajoutera la lointaine planète Batuu à son itinéraire à partir de l'année prochaine…  

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Take a First Look at the Poster for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World Resort

Are you ready for an all-immersive adventure in a galaxy far, far away aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser? Well then take a glimpse at what you can expect during your two-night journey in this new promotional poster we’re sharing today for the first time.

Opening in 2022 at Walt Disney World Resort, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will invite you into a new kind of “storyliving” as you travel the galaxy in a finely appointed starship. So far, many details about this new experience have been as cryptic as a Bothan spy, so it’s exciting to get another peek at what we have in store. Let’s take a closer look, shall we?

The Halcyon starcruiser, in the upper-left corner, is your home for this two-night adventure. The sleek ship is known for its impeccable service, fabulous entertainment and exquisite dining, all of which you’ll get to enjoy during your vacation. (Side note: You can see a model of the ship right now in Walt Disney Presents at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.)

There are four people at the center of the poster – a youngling wearing Jedi robes and wielding a lightsaber, an adult dressed in the uniform of a First Order officer, a Twi’lek adult, and another youngling who appears to be holding a piece of technology of some sort. These figures are meant to represent you, the travelers, because Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is about your choices and how you live your personal Star Wars stories. Do you want to support the First Order? Live like a Jedi in training? Or perhaps become a member of high galactic society? It’s all waiting there for you to discover and decide.

In front of those central figures is an R-series astromech droid – but one that seems to have a few extra bells and whistles. Hmm … I bet there’s a story there, too.

In the lower left, you see passengers enjoying the remarkable cuisine offered in the Crown of Corellia Dining Room, the starcruiser’s enticing supper club. The food and drink certainly seem otherworldly …

The image in the lower right is something I’m incredibly excited for – lightsaber training! That’s right, as part of your experience, you’ll face off with a training remote similar to how Luke Skywalker once did and learn the lightsaber’s ancient ways.

Looming above all this is the intimidating visage of Kylo Ren. Couple him with those First Order stormtroopers charging into the scene on the left-hand side and … I have a bad feeling about this. The Halcyon starcruiser does have a storied past, after all, and a reputation for finding itself in the middle of galactic conflicts. Luckily Chewbacca and his trusty bowcaster are there in the upper-right corner. Remember, it’s not wise to upset a Wookiee!

And don’t miss what’s happening at the very bottom of the poster. There’s something very familiar about those spires – especially to anyone who’s traveled to Batuu. I’ve heard the Halcyon starcruiser is adding that far-flung planet to its itinerary starting next year …

So my guess is this poster leaves you with as many questions as answers. Well, I have good news: We’ll soon be sitting down with Disney Imagineers to discuss all things Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, and will share that conversation with you here on the Disney Parks Blog and other Disney social channels. It will be the most in-depth discussion of this incredible new experience Walt Disney Imagineering has ever given publicly, so make sure you keep following us to find out more.

Until next time … may the Force be with you.

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/07/take-a-first-look-at-the-poster-for-star-wars-galactic-starcruiser-at-walt-disney-world-resort/

C'est quand même une expérience incroyablement immersive a 360 * pour tout les Fans de Starwars.

La version panoramique de l'affiche promotionnelle du Star Wars : Galactic Starcruiser :

Ouverture du Star Wars : Galactic Starcruiser au printemps 2022 après six années de travail de conception, développement et réalisation !

Tour de table avec les Imagineers Scot Drake, Ann Morrow Johnson, Wendy Anderson, Sara Thacher et Anisha Deshmane qui nous en apprennent plus sur l'expérience immersive qui attend les croisiéristes à bord du croiseur interstellaire The Halcyon et lors de l'escale sur la planète Batuu.

Chaque voyageur vivra sa propre aventure selon le degré d'implication et le rôle choisi, le tout costumé ou en mode casual.  

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New Details Revealed: Disney Imagineers Talk Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, Opening Spring 2022 at Walt Disney World Resort

Opening spring 2022 at Walt Disney World Resort, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be a two-night, immersive adventure in a galaxy far, far away that goes beyond anything Disney has created before.

But what does that mean, exactly?

To answer that question – and many more – we gathered some of the Disney Imagineers developing this groundbreaking project and let the cameras roll as they talked about Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. In this wide-ranging discussion, you’ll learn more about how you can be the hero of your own Star Wars story, about your planet-side excursion to Batuu and how this new experience complements and enhances a visit to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and so much more.

It is a must watch for anyone – from the biggest Star Wars fan to those curious about what in the galaxy Walt Disney Imagineering is up to, and everyone in between.

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/07/new-details-revealed-disney-imagineers-talk-star-wars-galactic-starcruiser-opening-spring-2022-at-walt-disney-world-resort/

Le premier spot publicitaire :

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‘We’re Gonna Save the Galaxy’: Check Out the First Commercial for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World Resort

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.

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/08/were-gonna-save-the-galaxy-check-out-the-first-commercial-for-star-wars-galactic-starcruiser-at-walt-disney-world-resort/



La page officielle a été mise à jour et on y retrouve pas mal de nouvelles informations :

https://www.disneyworld.eu/star-wars-galactic-starcruiser/overview/?CMP=ILC-DPFY21Q4wo0729210025A

L'arrivée au Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Terminal s'effectue de 13h00 à 16h00 pour le départ vers le croiseur The Halcyon, le joyau de la Chandrila Star Line, un modèle corrélien MPO-1400 de 100 cabines,à bord duquel on voyage aux confins de la galaxie dans un confort et un style légendaires.

Récemment rénové et réaménagé, le starcruiser Halcyon combine les commodités modernes avec le romantisme de l'ère de l'exploration spatiale.

Seuls les passagers avec une réservation valable auront accès au terminal de départ.

Les voyageurs qui le souhaitent ont la possibilité de conserver les tenues vestimentaires de leur planète d'origine

Le forfait vacances comprend un séjour de 2 nuits dans une cabine ou une suite bien aménagée, des repas (hors boissons alcoolisées et spécialités) et la possibilité de vivre votre histoire Star Wars à travers des expériences, des missions et des activités exclusives.

Le forfait comprend également l'entrée à Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge (ainsi qu'au reste du parc Disney's Hollywood Studios) pour votre excursion sur la planète Batuu. Un service de voiturier est également inclus.

Pour régler les services non-compris, les voyageurs se verront remettre un databand (l'équivalant du MagicBand).

Les vacanciers ont le choix entre trois types d'hébergements, bien aménagées, chacun dégageant une atmosphère d'élégance, de style, de confort et d'exclusivité où l'on peut se détendre confortablement et regarder par la fenêtre tandis que des navires, des planètes, des étoiles et d'autres sites galactiques à couper le souffle flottent sur la toile majestueuse du cosmos.

L'histoire Star Wars vécue continue même dans la cabine (ou suite) où le voyageur sera surpris par l'attention portée aux détails !

Les repas à bord (petits-déjeuners, déjeuners et dîners) sont servis au Crown of Corellia Dining Room à l'exception du déjeuner lors de l'excursion sur la planète Batuu qui est prévu au Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo.

Moyennant supplément, il est possible de dîner à la table du Capitaine.

Les voyageurs disposent également à bord du Sublight Lounge, un salon élégant inspiré des voyages historiques du croiseur Halcyon à travers la galaxie.

L'élégance classique du Sublight Lounge en fait l'endroit idéal pour siroter une boisson et se détendre - peut-être tout en conspirant avec un charmant contrebandier ou en jouant à un jeu occasionnel de holo-sabacc.

Une croisière à bord du croiseur Halcyon offre une galaxie entière de possibilités

L'expérience Star Wars : Galactic Starcruiser ne ressemble à rien d'autre que vous ayez jamais connu : en partie théâtre immersif en direct, en partie environnement thématique, en partie extravagance culinaire, en partie jeu de rôle réel — et bien plus encore.

Pendant que votre histoire se déroule, vous aurez la possibilité de choisir votre propre chemin. Allez-vous suivre la règle du Premier Ordre ou rejoindre la Résistance dans un complot secret ? Faire une bonne affaire avec une bande de contrebandiers ou s'asseoir, siroter un cocktail et tout regarder à bonne distance ?

Le choix vous appartient alors que vous montez à bord de l'histoire Star Wars la plus immersive jamais créée, celle où vous vivez votre propre aventure Star Wars !

Une formation au sabre laser est proposée à bord pour apprendre à manipuler un sabre laser et affronter un appareil d'entraînement à distance dans cette activité interactive exclusive qui va bien au-delà de tout ce que l'on a pu vivre  auparavant.

Il sera également possible d'explorer le pont du légendaire croiseur stellaire Halcyon et de découvrir son fonctionnement grâce à l'équipage au cours d'une expérience pratique.

L'équipage apprendra comment la navigation, l'alimentation, la défense et d'autres systèmes critiques protègent le croiseur stellaire Halcyon des enchevêtrements galactiques imprévus. Ces compétences peuvent même s'avérer utiles si des situations critiques surviennent plus tard dans votre voyage !  

Une excursion sur la planète Batuu est bien entendu au programme. Après avoir rejoint l'avant-poste de Black Spire, les vacanciers continueront leur aventure sur la planète Batuu. Les missions tout au long de la visite de Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, y compris Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance et Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run (une entrée unique à ces attractions lors de l'excursion à Batuu sont incluses), influenceront les événements de retour sur le navire, tout est lié et fait partie de votre histoire personnelle de Star Wars !

Voici seulement un petit aperçu de la constellation d'expériences et d'activités possibles que vous pourriez rencontrer au cours de votre aventure Star Wars : Galactic Starcruiser !

Pour plus de détails sur votre itinéraire personnel, il sera nécessaire de consulter le Star Wars : Datapad (dans l'application Play Disney Parks) 30 jours avant la date de départ du voyage.

Le troisième jour, le débarquement s'effectuera entre 9h30 et 10h00, après le petit-déjeuner.

Je ne comprends pas les 3 packages de prix vs. le 3 types de chambres proposés.

Capt Jack a écrit:

Je ne comprends pas les 3 packages de prix vs. le 3 types de chambres proposés.

Les prix sont par personne et varient selon les dates de séjour, le nombre de participants et le type d'hébergement choisi.

Les prix mentionnés à titre d'exemple pour chaque type d'hébergement sont communiqués par personne pour les mêmes dates de séjour.

C'est juste une petit astuce commerciale, l'impact est moins fort même si au final le prix total payé par les clients est évidemment identique.  

Les tarifs par personne ont été arrondis ce qui explique les quelques dollars de différences.

Exemple A (sur base de deux participants) : 1.209 $ pp/pn ou 4.809 $ au total pour les 2 participants (= 1.209 $ x 2 personnes x 2 nuits soit un total de 4.836 $).

Exemple B (sur base de 3 participants) : 889 $ pp/pn ou 5.299 $ au total pour les 3 participants (= 889 $ x 3 personnes x 2 nuits soit un total de 5.334 $).

Exemple C (sur base de 4 participants) : 749 $ pp/pn ou 5.999 $ au total pour les 4 participants (= 749 $ x 4 personnes x 2 nuits soit un total de 5.992 $).

C'est vraiment une tuerie . Une expérience unique et nouvelle dans l'univers de l'hôtellerie . Et si vous voulez jouer le jeu avec un rôle et des tenues pour le ultra Fan de Starwars , c'est à faire au moins une fois dans sa vie. Ceci dit l'interaction , les jeux de rôles (même si on a le choix de son expérience intégrale ou pas  ) , discuter avec des personnages de la Saga , les plats , tout est tellement poussée à son paroxysme que pour le public européen, ça ne prendra pas . C'est culturel (j'imagine qu'il y aura des interactions avec les personnages de la saga )  des Cms maquillé comme par exemple le Capitaine du Vaisseau . Ça doit être déstabilisant de prendre un verre avec des voyageurs (acteurs )  des planètes Starwars , voir le poste de commande et de subir une attaque du vaisseau (ça semble au programme)   Ça restera uniquement à Wdw. Mais vraiment bravo , ils ont poussé l'expérience  jusqu'au bout ,c'est ultra ambitieux pour le coup .

Merci Vinc d'avoir traduit les explications

Il ne reste plus qu'à gagner au Loto

Merci Vinc pour tout le travail réalisé sur les resorts US !

Le tarif est certes très cher et exclusif mais l'expérience le sera à mon avis tout autant. Vivement la suite !

oh là là le rêve total

Je ne pensais pas que l'immersion serait à ce point , c'est vraiment le genre d'expérience qui me ferait casser ma tirelire mais mr sera jamais d'accord ... pourtant c'est lui le big fan

Le voyage inaugural aura lieu le 1er mars 2022, les réservations ouvriront le 28 octobre prochain à l'attention du grand public.

Avant cela, les membres du Club 33, les trois cents propriétaires de Golden Oaks, les membres du programme Disney Vacation Club, les titulaires de passes annuels et les titulaires de cartes de crédit Visa Disney auront accès à la réservation en avant-première selon le schéma suivant :

5 et 6 octobre : Club 33 et Golden Oaks.

8 et 9 octobre : Disney Vacation Club et Annual Passholders

12 au 16 octobre : Disney Visa cardholders

A partir du 28 octobre : réservations ouvertes à tous.  

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First Voyages on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Begin March 1, 2022; General Bookings Open Oct. 28, 2021

The inaugural voyage of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World Resort will depart March, 1, 2022! General bookings for this immersive adventure in a galaxy far, far away will open less than one month from now, on Oct. 28, 2021. Some Disney and Star Wars fans, including Disney Vacation Club members, Disney Passholders and Disney Visa Cardmembers, should be on the lookout in the coming weeks for a special booking opportunity just for you.  

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is a first-of-its-kind vacation experience that goes beyond anything Disney has created before. You’ll become the hero of your own Star Wars story during this two-night adventure, traveling the galaxy in style aboard the Halcyon starcruiser and eventually making your way to the Outer Rim for a planetside excursion to Batuu. You choose how to make your way in the galaxy – maybe as a member of the Resistance, or by learning the ancient ways of the Jedi lightsaber. Maybe you prefer loyalty to the First Order or the excitement of living life like a smuggler? The decisions are up to you.

L'ouverture de Star Wars : Galactic Starcruiser sera précédée par une mini-série Marvel Comics en cinq numéros à paraître au début de l'année prochaine et intitulée Star Wars : Halcyon Legacy.  

Assez logiquement, l'histoire relie le croiseur interstellaire Halcyon à la planète Batuu et au Premier Ordre, on y découvrira également ce qui le lie à la Haute République, à l'Ordre Jedi et aux Nihils !

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NOW BOARDING MARVEL’S STAR WARS: HALCYON LEGACY – EXCLUSIVE REVEAL

THE NEW MINISERIES INVITES YOU TO VOYAGE ON THE LEGENDARY CRUISE SHIP IN AN ERA-SPANNING STORY FROM THE HIGH REPUBLIC TO THE DAYS OF THE FIRST ORDER.

The legendary Halcyon is ready to launch and you’re invited along for the ride.

StarWars.com is pleased to announce Star Wars: Halcyon Legacy, a new 5-issue comic book miniseries from Marvel, debuting next year.

Written by Ethan Sacks, who penned the recent Star Wars: Bounty Hunters run, with art by Will Sliney, whose work includes Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren and others, the series reunites the creative team behind the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge comic miniseries for a new adventure that ties in to the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience opening at Walt Disney World Resort in March 2022. “In the summer of 1977, my life was forever changed as a four-year-old by two experiences that have seared themselves in my brain for all these years: Seeing Star Wars in the movie theater and visiting [Walt] Disney World for the first time,” Sacks tells StarWars.com. “The chance to contribute to the lore of both with Halcyon Legacy, the tale of the ship that will be an integral memory for so many fellow fans, is an incredible honor. And to re-team with my Galaxy’s Edge co-pilot, artist extraordinaire Will Sliney, makes it extra-special. I promise we’ll bake that joy into every page of every issue as we take you on a journey across 275 years of epic adventures, from the High Republic through the time of the First Order. You’re going to enjoy this ride.”

With a story that spans centuries, readers can revisit the iconic ship at different points in the Star Wars timeline, reunite with familiar faces like the ultimate scoundrel pairing of Lando and Hondo teaming up for the first time, and travel the stars with a featured tale that leads into the events of the Walt Disney World Resort experience, taking place between Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. “As a life-long Star Wars fan, I’m thrilled to be a part of the team helping bring Halcyon Legacy to life,” adds Marvel Comics Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski. “We’ve all been able to experience Star Wars in so many ways over the years, from watching the films to playing with the toys to reading the comics to even visiting Batuu and drinking at the cantina, but now Walt Disney World is taking things to the next level with this immersive, interactive experience. Our series will get you up to speed on this important part of the galaxy far, far away as you prepare to put on your cloak, pick up your lightsaber and blast off in Orlando.”

Take a look at the cover of issue #1 from E.M. Gist below — featuring the one and only Burryaga — and learn more about the first adventure in the series.



STAR WARS : HALCYON LEGACY #1 (of 5)

Written by ETHAN SACKS

Art by WILL SLINEY

Cover by E.M. GIST

THE VOYAGES OF THE GREATEST OF ALL-STAR CRUISERS !

* As the legendary HALCYON embarks on a momentous…cruise, the ship heads toward a confrontation with THE FIRST ORDER!

* But what secret from THE HIGH REPUBLIC ERA can help the passengers and crew all these years later?

* And how did JEDI NIBS and BURRY fend off a NIHIL attack on one of the ship’s first ever voyages?

https://www.starwars.com/news/marvel-star-wars-halcyon-legacy-exclusive-reveal

Les cast members appelés à rejoindre l'équipage du vaisseau intestellaire Halcyon ont commencé à en être informé individuellement :  

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Assembling the Crew That’s Ready to Host Passengers on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

Can you feel it? There’s an energy buzzing across Walt Disney World Resort this month, as several cast members started receiving much-anticipated emails, phone calls and even pop-in surprises. While these cast members have been making magic every day in a variety of roles, they’ve also raised their hands for the opportunity to push the limits of storytelling, to exceed the fundamental standards of guest service and help passengers live out their Star Wars adventure with the opening of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.



With its first voyage taking off March 1, 2022, this 2-night, immersive journey is now available for booking. And while guests start planning and packing (think of all the creative costume options!), this special opening team is already joining forces with those who have been working behind the scenes to bring this entirely new vacation experience to life – with colorful cuisine, amazing activities and themed accommodations, combined with superb service and attention to detail. After all, while passengers travel aboard the Halcyon starcruiser, what’s a ship without an amazing crew and dedicated leaders?

The hand-selected leadership team for this experience received their calls as well and will be boarding soon, readying the vessel and crew for their next uncharted adventures. This special team now proudly displays the insignia of Chandrila Star Line—the incomparable interplanetary travel group which the Halcyon starcruiser belongs to—as part of their daily wardrobe. This prestigious symbol serves as a reminder of their commitment to providing the finest service in the galaxy, and you can be sure that the leaders wearing this coveted badge of honor will deliver the finest service as stewards of Chandrila Star Line.





No matter the crew member you meet, every one of these individuals are about to step aboard into a transformative training experience where they will learn the history and traditions of the Halcyon starcruiser, elevate their service to new levels and prepare to step into roles that will bring this journey to life every day.



With more surprise notifications to come and lots of memorable moments for this opening team, this is just the start of the crew for this experience where it will be your journey, honored.

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/10/assembling-the-crew-thats-ready-to-host-passengers-on-star-wars-galactic-starcruiser/

A découvrir lors du prochain événement Destination D23, Destination D23 : A Fan-Tastic Disney Celebration, qui se déroulera le weekend du vendredi 19 au dimanche 21 novembre à l'hôtel Disney's Contemporary Resort de Walt Disney World Resort :

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World Building for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser – Learn how this all-new two-night immersive experience is coming to life, and how it connects to the broader Star Wars galaxy, with host Ashley Eckstein and an array of the creative minds behind the project.

Il y aura une retransmission sur la chaîne Youtube du fan club Disney D23 le samedi et le dimanche (de 9h00 à 12h00 et de 14h00 à 17h00).

La présentation de l'expérience immersive Star Wars : Galactic Starcruiser est programmée le samedi après-midi, quelque part entre 14h00 et 17h00.

Apparemment les 3 premiers mois seraient complets à 3000$ par tête le séjour ça me semble une sacrée performance même si l'effet de "curiosité" doit jouer pas mal

Avant de prendre part à un voyage à bord du croiseur interstellaire Halcyon dans le cadre de la nouvelle expérience immersive de deux nuits qui sera inaugurée en mars prochain, nous découvrirons ses origines et ses premiers voyages au plus fort de l'Ordre Jedi.

En complément de la mini-série de comics Star Wars : Halcyon Legacy en cours de publication chez Marvel, l'Halcyon apparaîtra également dans les prochains romans de la Haute République, Mission to Disaster de Justina Ireland (roman adultes) et Midnight Horizon de Daniel José Older (roman ados et jeunes adultes).

Il ne s'agirait pas seulement de découvrir le croiseur Halcyon en action dans une histoire mais aussi de plonger dans l'histoire du navire et sa construction !  


https://www.starwars.com/news/the-halcyon-the-high-republic?fbclid=IwAR2z2fAhotiNid5vi7BQUiWM4_rtSe-tucF5vc9IJ-qg5_fOBvycDcBV3Y4

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New Characters Join the Galaxy Far, Far Away as Part of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World Resort

Reservations are now open for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the first-of-its-kind, two-night immersive vacation experience in a galaxy far, far away. Debuting March 1, 2022, at Walt Disney World Resort, this Star Wars adventure will make you the hero of your own story as you tour the galaxy aboard the glamorous Halcyon starcruiser.

Throughout your voyage, you’ll see, feel and live Star Wars, which includes the possibility of meeting heroes of the Resistance like Rey and Chewbacca, or encountering the malevolent Kylo Ren of the First Order. But the starcruiser also brings with it a host of characters new to the Star Wars galaxy, created especially for this experience.

Let’s meet a few of them for the first time!



Captain Riyola Keevan

Charismatic, respected and trustworthy, Captain Keevan will lead your voyage aboard the Halcyon starcruiser. She is a strong and decisive leader, endearing herself to both her crew and her passengers by being fair to all and cool under pressure – a skill she’s learned from her … “adventurous” history. You’ll likely find the captain on the ship’s bridge – and you’d be wise to listen carefully and follow her instructions.



Cruise Director Lenka Mok

There is much fun to be had aboard the starcruiser, and Lenka Mok is your go-to crew member to discover it all. As the captain’s right hand, Mok is in charge of onboard entertainment, so it’s her job to make sure your voyage is an adventure. An optimistic and joyful soul, Mok’s happiness is derived from yours, so this is definitely someone you’ll want to meet!



SK-62O

This astromech droid is Mok’s assistant cruise director, ensuring things run smoothly and on time. He keeps an eye on all the workings of the ship and is devoted to Mok and Captain Keevan. And while he loves to have fun with guests, he’s also good in a pinch if anything should go awry (one of his many hidden talents).



Sammie the Mechanic

Sammie’s proficiency as the ship’s new mechanic is actually not his most endearing feature. His enthusiasm and good-natured personality quickly won over the starcruiser’s crew and that makes him popular among guests who happen across his path. He’s clearly eager to prove himself on such a well-appointed vessel, and his tasks always seem to get done … somehow.



D3-O9

D3-O9 is another droid you may see appear on viewscreens onboard the Halcyon starcruiser. Her primary responsibility is running ship logistics, so she certainly knows everyone and everything happening onboard during a voyage. But her favorite part of the job is talking with passengers. Built centuries ago by Chandrila Star Line’s founder, D3 has seen the ship’s history – and the entire galaxy – evolve, and she’s not shy about sharing her knowledge and opinions with passengers.



First Order Lt. Harman Croy

While the Halcyon starcruiser is a pleasure vessel, this is a stormy time in the galaxy as battles rage between the First Order and the Resistance – and it’s often impossible to avoid the conflict. The ambitious and intimidating Lt. Croy is on special assignment to root out and expose any Resistance fighters who are rumored to be aboard the ship. Will you help him? Will you support the Resistance? Will you just sit back and see how the whole thing plays out? The choice is yours.

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MEET 6 NEW CHARACTERS FROM THE STAR WARS: GALACTIC STARCRUISER EXPERIENCE

THE CAPTAIN AND SOME CREW HAVE BEEN REVEALED IN NEW CONCEPT ART RELEASED AHEAD OF NEXT YEAR’S LAUNCH.

If you happen to wander into Oga’s Cantina, the local watering hole at Black Spire Outpost inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and you know how to read Aurebesh, a help wanted sign posted on the wall there might catch your eye. There’s long been a starcruiser in need of a mechanic. But now it seems the Halcyon has found someone for the job.

When the glamorous liner launches in March 2022 with the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser immersive experience at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, passengers will meet countless new heroes, villains, aliens, and rogues. StarWars.com recently paid a visit for an early look at all things Star Wars: Galactic Starcuiser, and learned of six new characters who will be among the crew.

1. Captain Riyola Keevan

As a Pantoran, Keevan’s striking blue skin sets her apart at a glance. With kind eyes and an iron will, Keevan is a strong and decisive leader who genuinely loves the Halcyon. In fact, she started as a quartermaster on the ship she now commands. The Halcyon has long been her home, and when the First Order comes calling, she will do whatever it takes to protect her passengers, fight for the moral good, and ensure everyone has an unforgettable time.

2. Cruise Director Lenka Mok

As the go-to crew member for maximum fun aboard the Halcyon, Mok does her best to keep activities running smoothly from muster to destination. As the captain’s right hand, she’s in charge of onboard entertainment, ensuring each voyage is an adventure, and she takes pride in bringing joy to every passenger.

3. SK-62O

Mok’s astromech is also her assistant cruise director, keeping activities running efficiently as only a droid can. And newcomers will quickly find that he’s among the first members of the ship’s crew to reveal a more nuanced story. It seems Mok’s devoted droid companion is hiding a secret.

4. D3-O9

A droid you may see appear on holoscreens, D3-O9’s primary function is running ship logistics, so you can bet that she knows everyone and everything happening onboard during any given voyage. Built centuries ago by Chandrila Star Line’s founder, D3 has seen the ship — and the entire galaxy — evolve, giving her a unique front-row seat to the vast history of the galaxy. She’s not shy about sharing her wealth of knowledge.

5. Sammie

More of a stowaway than a real mechanic, Sammie hails from Han Solo’s home world of Corellia where he learned the basics of working a hydrospanner. What he lacks in skill he makes up for in charm and enthusiasm, convincing passengers and other crewmates to help when the Chandrila Star Line’s jewel needs a tune up. Plus, he speaks Shyriiwook, which could come in handy if a Wookiee happens to find his way onboard.

6. Lt. Harman Croy

The struggles of the galaxy cannot be totally avoided even on a pleasure cruise. When there are stormtroopers to be found pacing the Halcyon’s halls, you can bet First Order Lt. Croy is near. His suspicions stoked by a pattern of strange activity — everywhere the Halcyon docks, the First Order spies a spark of resistance — Croy will stop at nothing to complete his investigation and hold Keevan and everyone else in his sights responsible for the civil disobedience. Ambitious and intimidating, Croy’s special assignment makes him a person of interest whether you’re a rebel sympathizer, a rigid proponent of First Order rule, or a simple traveler making their way in a galaxy at war.

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STOWAWAY ON A TEST FLIGHT FOR STAR WARS: GALACTIC STARCRUISER

STARWARS.COM CLIMBS ABOARD THE NEW IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE FOR A GLIMPSE AT WHAT’S TO COME WHEN YOU BOOK PASSAGE ON THE CHANDRILA STAR LINE.

The lightsaber jumps to life in my hands, illuminating a sense of purpose with its gentle hum. At first, the training droid goes slow, telegraphing the path of each simulated blast to give me time to deflect, then intensifying with speed.

But the real question is: can I do it with the equivalent of a blast shield over my eyes? My trainer, Disney Imagineer Sara Thacher, assures me I am strong with the Force, and the other passengers aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser gather behind me, shields at the ready to protect themselves should I fail. Then I calm my mind and just breathe.

My body remembers the lightsaber forms in a mix of muscle memory and, perhaps, the Force itself as instinct. With a glimmer of foresight, I can see what’s coming before the training droid fires, feeling the jolt of each successful defensive move as the hilt vibrates in my hands.



When I boarded the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser for an abbreviated play test last week, I expected to choose between the First Order and aiding the Resistance — although the General Leia shirt I chose for the day tips my hand in terms of allegiance. But I never expected to feel like Luke Skywalker himself, taking my first steps into a larger world with the Force as my guide. That’s the magic of the new immersive two-day experience opening at Walt Disney World Resort in March 2022. If you’ve boarded a cruise ship or touched down on Black Spire Outpost, you have a sense of what to expect. But the reality is a unique, personalized adventure that takes you on a journey into a reality all its own as a passenger aboard the Halcyon starcruiser.



This artist concept rendering shows the Galactic Starcruiser Terminal at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., where guests will arrive for their two-night vacation at Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, opening in 2022.

Protect the Wookiee

The terminal that welcomes you from the outside world is a non-descript earthy bunker, a portal of gray stone that seems to blend in with its surroundings. But the minute you step into the Launch Pod? That all changes. Through a viewport on the ceiling you’ll see yourself hurtling toward the sky, beyond the clouds, and to the stars where the Halcyon starcruiser awaits its next group of passengers. The play tests allow Imagineers a chance to see how an audience responds to the project, with a quick tour to give visitors on this trek an overview of the massive space before we’re pulled into the action.

The central atrium connects to the main bridge, a plush oasis with red velvet benches. In one corner, a hologram emits the ship’s logo, a simple circle with two slash marks bisecting the continuous line. Although signs of construction lingered during my visit, the effect of earthly displacement was still palpable. Gazing out the main viewport at the planet below, ships buzzing around nearby undoubtedly gathering other passengers, is quite a sight. Then you begin to feel the gentle tug of motion. The stars outside pass by as the ship begins its journey. And even though you know your eyes can deceive you, you would swear you’re moving through space.

The ship’s 100 passenger cabins form the spine of the ship, accessible from the four decks that are designated for passengers. The rest of the 13 decks are for crew members only — unless, of course, you can talk your way into a special mission as a new Resistance recruit. The bunks appear small in photos, but a six-foot-tall passenger can comfortably lie down in one of the capsule-like sleeping quarters. On an opposite wall, a standard double bed is bolted to the wall, with space for luggage to be stowed beneath and a simple table with two stools below the viewport, an ever-changing view of the stars with a blast shield that can be lowered when it’s time to rest.



Guests experiencing Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser – opening in 2022 at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. – will have fantastic meals in the Crown of Corellia Dining Room, seen in this artist concept rendering. The enticing supper club is a bright and welcoming hall offering menus of both otherworldly and familiar origins. One night’s dinner will feature a live performance from a galactic superstar.



Guests can enjoy the Sublight Lounge as part of their stay aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the first-of-its-kind vacation experience debuting March 1, 2022, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

On a quick tour, we glimpse the lightsaber training room, the brig, and get directions to a climate simulator, a courtyard where you can begin to acclimate to the weather conditions at the ship’s first port of Batuu. The dining hall looks almost exactly like the concept art, with more velvet seating in plush blue-green, gold accents, and stunning lighting fixtures that look like something straight out of the glittering world of Canto Bight. When we duck our heads into the Sublight Lounge, it feels like we’ve stepped foot onto a more relaxed version of Dryden Vos’ luxury yacht. In one corner a working holotable sits ready for a friendly game of sabacc while behind the bar swirling carafes of colorful beverages are ready for sipping.

Then it’s time for muster.

On this particular day, to the crowd in the atrium the ship’s captain, Riyola Keevan, appears human, although her kind eyes shine through. She carries herself like someone who would be willing to protect her ship and the people aboard at all costs. Assistant cruise director SK-62O whizzes by, an astromech on a mission. And the First Order is already making its presence known, as Lt. Croy and two stormtroopers pace around taking part in light interrogation techniques.



Guests will step into a bustling atrium when they arrive aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the first-of-its-kind vacation experience debuting March 1, 2022, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

There’s so much activity that my eyes don’t know where to focus until I see a familiar swatch of brown concealed behind a support beam on the deck just above. Chewbacca has arrived, taking refuge as a stowaway. When he opens his mouth, a cacophony of Wookiee howls and chortles emits from his safely masked features. Word quickly begins to spread that we must help hide Chewie from the First Order, and I spring to action, stretching my arms out as nonchalantly as possible to extend my five-foot-five frame while the Wookiee tries to make himself small behind a wall of like-minded passengers. Working together, we manage to sneak him out of the atrium while another guest distracts the First Order with questions. And safely in a corridor we learn the language of the Resistance, a passcode that will help identify others along our journey. “Ignite the spark,” the captain says, and we respond in unison, “light the fire.”

Battle stations

Bridge training is next on the itinerary, a team sport that requires passengers of all ages to belly-up to a console and learn how to operate the shields, loader systems, and weapons in case of an emergency. My partner and I quickly become competitive even during the training exercise, taking the potential for a life-or-death situation very seriously.

It’s lucky we do, because the practice is interrupted by a First Order blockade, calling for an intervention by all those present.



Guests will learn the workings of the bridge aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the first-of-its-kind vacation experience debuting March 1, 2022, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

We use our recently acquired skills to blast our way out of there and make the jump to hyperspace. It’s an unexpectedly awe-inspiring feeling to be standing on the bridge of a starcruiser when it makes that leap into the starry abyss. Even if you’ve experienced it second-hand in a movie theater or even first-hand safely strapped in on Star Tours or Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, neither can adequately prepare you for this moment. The blue streaks of hyperspace whiz by, reflected on your face as you stare up at them from the bridge. There’s no question that you are in the story, living out all your dreams of stepping into the Star Wars galaxy.

After a successful mission to send a message on a Resistance relay, despite an impossibly dangerous asteroid field and a nefarious First Order Probe Droid that sends us all ducking our heads below the console to avoid detection, it’s time to return from where we came. But the First Order is waiting, and the paramilitary group swiftly takes over, escorting us from the bridge.

“At Disney, so often you’re used to seeing massive scale, yet this is an incredibly intimate experience,” says Ann Morrow Johnson, the Disney Imagineer who serves as executive producer and creative director of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. “There are only 100 cabins and we’ve got lots of characters onboard the ship. And because we want it to feel like that elevated intimate experience where you really get to connect with the characters onboard, you have that personalized service from the crew members. You feel like this is an adventure that is happening to all of you as a community. This whole adventure is kind of befalling you together over the course of those two days.”

Engineering deck

Our next assignment takes us into the bowels of the ship to manage the engineering systems in an effort to prevent Lt. Croy from taking control. The room feels like an Earth-bound boiler room, with additional lights, levers, and buttons. As my eyes adjust to the dimly lit room and I try to figure out what to tackle first, a crew member thrusts a hydrospanner into my hands and I get to work opening and closing some essential valves.

Faced with a series of puzzles just waiting to be solved, we move around the room comforted by the thrum of the engines and the occasional puff of smoke, turning angry red lights into serene white beacons with the right sequence of switches and levers.

In the coolant room, we learn to work together as some of the switches must be moved in unison at a distance too far for any human to reach. A young Jedi appears and, although I don’t catch his name, we wordlessly work together to throw the massive switches, resulting in a satisfying hiss, to keep things flowing. You can always trust a Jedi.



Guests will learn the ways of the Jedi during lightsaber training aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the first-of-its-kind vacation experience debuting March 1, 2022, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

One with the Force

Afterward, my group is sent to the lightsaber training room.

At first, we all take turns using the practice sabers to deflect the training droid’s blaster fire, our small group cheering each other on. As the lightsaber ignites the hilt vibrates, coming alive with a shaft of light to be used only for defense. The weapon feels surprisingly light in my hands.

When the training droid intensifies the exercise, sending bolts firing off more rapidly in all directions, we’re handed special deflecting shields. Using the same lightsaber forms, the shields quickly become invaluable tools to protect those who are unarmed at the back of the room.

After some success, it’s my big mouth that results in the final test: deflecting simulated blasts using only the Force. I’m so confident and vocal that the trainer plucks me out of the crowd to demonstrate for the rest of the class, and for a moment I wonder: what have I done?

This is how I end up with the rest of the team gathered behind me, shields up and at the ready should I fail. I don’t know if I say it out loud or if the words simply echo in my mind, but with this reminder I raise my weapon: “I am one with the Force…and the Force is with me.”

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31 THINGS WE LEARNED IN AN EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW OF STAR WARS: GALACTIC STARCRUISER

NEW FOOD, CHARACTERS, AND MERCHANDISE HELP BRING THIS IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE TO LIFE.

When you board Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the transformative two-day immersive experience will be unlike anything you’ve experienced before. A spread of galactic cuisine will take you on a culinary tour of the stars, with dishes inspired by Star Wars planets. A boutique provides opportunities to dress the part, including some garments inspired by the Star Wars films and modeled after actual costumes plucked from the Skywalker Ranch archive. And whether your journey takes you to the underworld, turns you into a recruit for the Resistance, or has you sympathizing with the First Order, you can be sure it will be a wholly unique experience complete with the chance to train with a lightsaber.

StarWars.com recently visited Walt Disney World Resort for an early look at all things Star Wars: Galactic Starcuiser. Here are 31 fun facts and tidbits we learned during our stay.



1. You’ll get to live out your dreams of lightsaber training.

There have been other opportunities to wield the weapon of the Jedi, building a unique blade inside Savi’s Workshop or procuring replicas of those carried by some of the most famous Jedi and Sith. But it’s a different beast when you’re tasked with not only igniting the blade but learning to use it for defense.

2. It’s definitely not a hotel.

During an exclusive press panel, both Scott Trowbridge, portfolio creative executive, Walt Disney Imagineering, and Elizabeth Mullins, vice president of Hotels and Resorts for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, noted that even though you’ll presumably sleep in the appointed cabin during your two-day immersive experience inside Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, they’re not calling it a hotel and for good reason. “It’s easy for me to say it’s not a hotel, but it takes a little bit more conversation to describe really what it is and what our guests are going to be able to experience,” Trowbridge says. In 50 years of Disney Parks and Resorts in Florida, the Starcruiser is truly the first of its kind. “It is unlike anything that anyone has ever done before,” he adds. “And I think it is very exciting because it’s actually very much in keeping with Imagineering and Lucasfilm to invent new ways of delivering experiences, new ways of telling stories. This is absolutely a next step in innovation of how immersive we can be.”

In the words of Ann Morrow Johnson, executive producer and creative director for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, it’s a piece of immersive theater, coupled with a signature dining experience, and select elements of a standard cruise. “We’re developing a thing that hasn’t been done before, at least not at this kind of scale and not this kind of level,” adds Trowbridge. “I think that’s consistent with the kind of innovation we’re always striving to do to find ways to create these experiences and bring our guests closer to the stories and characters we care about.”



3. The inside of the ship is most impressive, but so is what’s happening outside.

For the tailored experience, designers created the Halcyon starcruiser from the ground up, including the massive starfield and passing ships viewable outside any viewport onboard.

“We’ve built a galaxy,” says Sara Thacher, the senior R&D Imagineer with Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development.

4. Chewbacca and other familiar faces will join you onboard.

The towering Wookiee and other legacy characters make an appearance during the two-day immersive excursion, including Rey. And Trowbridge says there are other known characters that have yet to be revealed.

5. If things go wrong, you’ll come face-to-mask with the fearsome Kylo Ren.

Taking place between the events of Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the cruise inhabits a pocket of time when the Resistance is still rebuilding itself to defend the galaxy against the First Order threat.

6. The story onboard the experience connects directly to events unfolding inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

Trowbridge notes that participants will get a deeper understanding of the backstory of the coaxium heist at the heart of Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and the heart-pounding evacuation of Batuu’s Resistance base in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.



7. The Halcyon starcruiser will be helmed by Captain Riyola Keevan.

The experience introduces a bevy of new faces and droids, including the Resistance sympathizer who commands your cruise vessel, Captain Riyola Keevan. But you alone will get to choose your allegiance. “Because we’re spending two days, two nights with this story, living our Star Wars adventure on this voyage, it means that the story unfolds and we’re actually able to develop relationships, explore all of that depth [in] these characters,” says Thacher.

8. It’s a playful experience, so it’s okay to explore your dark side.

“I have to respectfully reject the framework of good and evil here,” says Trowbridge. “At the end of the day, though, this is an epic Star Wars-level story where major things, including lives, are at stake. We’re going to play that. We’re going to present that as part of this story.” That means even if you usually inhabit a pretty average, mild-mannered story in your daily life, here you can dabble in smuggling, or even join the First Order. No judgement.

9. Invitations to help Resistance, crew, and the First Order abound.

Among the areas that passengers can play along will be stories of Resistance, the underworld, the Force, the First Order, and the locals. “It’s a series of invitations to engage,” Trowbridge notes, “never an obligation. It’s like building the most epic Star Wars playset.”



10. The datapad available to add depth to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will continue to play a role in the Starcruiser experience.

“Are you going to help the First Order?” asks Anisha Deshmane, assistant producer, Walt Disney Imagineering. “Are you going to sell out Chewbacca?” The choice is yours.

11. Couching the experience in a starship cruise was the eureka moment.

Disney Imagineers began thinking about an immersive Star Wars experience as they were planning Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge six years ago, but it wasn’t immediately clear how they would meld the luxury of a themed Disney hotel with the playability of the Parks. When someone suggested they model the experience after the Disney Cruise Line, with a planned itinerary, experiences, excursions, and luxurious fine dining, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser snapped into focus.



12. The choices you make will impact your adventure.

With between 100-500 passengers onboard, the immersion calls for contained chaos and a sense of community as individuals live out their own stories making decisions that impact the experience as a whole. “It is this giant living ecosystem,” Johnson says. Only you can choose your destiny.

“And so there’s no world in which one person will see everything that happens on the ship at any one time,” she adds. “They’ll all eventually converge, but I think it’s a very satisfying conclusion.”

“Your choices matter. Your choices change what comes next for your story,” adds Thacher.

13. It’s Star Wars, so you can bet your credits that not everything is going to go according to plan.

The playability factor also means no two voyages will be alike. “You’re going to go on missions and depending on who you choose to meet or who you choose to help, you will actually see different stories in your scenes that will unfold differently,” Johnson says.

14. The journey is geared toward people of all ages and interest levels.

You don’t have to be a Star Wars expert to enjoy your stay, or plan ahead with a full cosplay ensemble. “There are levels and layers here. You can come in without knowing and without ever having heard of Star Wars and still have a great experience because everything you need is going to be inside this experience,” says Trowbridge. “And we really do mean all ages. We’re designing it for groups of friends, adults, kids, and multi-generational families who want to come and experience it together. Really, it’s all those different folks: people who are fans of Star Wars, people who are fans of Disney, people who want to try something new.”

“All you have to know is I’m going on vacation,” says Wendy Anderson, executive creative director for Disney Live Entertainment. That extends to the itinerary, with opportunities to be more of an observer to the story that unfolds or a participant who slices into a datapad or terminal and convinces a crew member to give them a special mission. But if you miss a story point while taking a nap in your cabin, there’s no replay. “Time passes on the Halcyon,” Johnson notes.



15. The chefs have scoured the Star Wars galaxy for the all-inclusive menu.

For a “taste around the galaxy,” a Mustafar-inspired bread service with nitrogen accents is among the culinary delicacies that have taken cues from Star Wars storytelling. There’s also a delightful blue bantha butter and more adventurous options like blue shrimp from the planet of Felucia that will arrive smoking, a complexity that’s a feast for the senses; diners smell the dish before tasting it.

Dishes appear vaguely familiar yet are nothing like you’ve experienced before — even inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. “This is the high end. This is the ultimate in Star Wars luxury,” says Trowbridge. “One of the things I love about how this team has approached this is the level of storytelling. [They] thought about what ingredients would be on board a space cruise ship. What is the fictional supply chain that leads to these dishes? I think that level of storytelling is just fantastic, that depth of immersion that we’re doing everywhere.”

16. One of the dishes comes alive.

You read that right. During a preview tasting, the garnish on a fish dish waved serenely from the plate. Chef John Prieto says the garnish is really a bonito flake, a dried fish delicacy he first encountered at a five-star restaurant on a visit to San Francisco, California. Another dish contained what appeared to be a baby octopus. Take a lesson from the Mandalorian — don’t play with your food.



17. There’s something on the menu for everyone.

For those with less adventurous palettes and dietary restrictions, there are vegetarian substitutions and the standard chicken fingers, or tip yip, and fries.

18. The Crown of Corellia Dining Room is named for the world of Corellia.

In-universe, the planet is known for its industrial shipyards and the birthplaces of the Halcyon starcruiser, as well as the famed Millennium Falcon.

19. The sleeping pods are bigger than they look.

Some rooms come equipped with built-in bunk beds that are actually large enough to comfortably sleep a six-foot-tall adult. And Mullins says the team invented an all-new mattress just for those capsules.



20. When you relax at the Sublight Lounge, you can grab a drink and play a game of sabacc.

More well-lit Crimson Dawn finery than dank Mos Eisley hive of scum and villainy, the lounge will include a brand-new menu of beverages including the Hoth Frost, the Mooja Twist, and other tasty delights. There’s also a working holotable for fans of sabacc. Just remember…no cheating.

21. If you need some air, the climate simulator has you covered.

If traveling through space has you feeling the need for fresh air, Johnson has just the thing. “This is the space that we have not talked a lot about. It’s really amazing technology from the Star Wars world,” she says with a wink. “We were able to exactly simulate the climate of the planet we’re visiting on your shore excursion. So in our case, that’s the planet of Batuu.” That means a courtyard with all the sunshine and humidity you can expect on the world, alongside plants collected from other planets where the Halcyon starcruiser has docked. “We’ve got a little garden out there and a simulated roof overhead that is even able to simulate the sky.”

22. A passenger excursion will be transported to an all-new entry point on Black Spire Outpost.

To maintain the illusion, visitors on the Galactic Starcruiser excursion won’t enter Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge through the main gates of the theme park. “There are locals at the planet,” Johnson says, “and we just ask that you respect their customs as we’re sure they will respect yours.” And creators say to expect some special surprises after touching down on Batuu.



23. An onboard boutique will help you dress for the occasion, from headtails to toes.

Although passengers are welcome to come decked out in full cosplay from the moment they step foot into the Launch Pod, a ship’s boutique, The Chandrila Collection, will feature a variety of pieces that can be augmented with professional makeup artists. “We’re really focused on transformation and role play,” says Brad Schoeneberg, vice president, Brand Merchandising. “You get to live out a story here. Who do you want to be? Where are you from? We come up with your backstory. Let’s have some fun together.” That includes Disney Parks’ first-ever official head pieces, including Twi’lek headtails and a Togruta’s montrals, a piece that made Ahsoka Tano voice actor Ashley Eckstein squeal with delight when she first saw them. The pair are among the most unique products the company has produced for consumers, Schoeneberg notes.

24. Designers went into the Skywalker Ranch archive to get inspiration from the queen of Star Wars fashion: Padmé Amidala.

One particular cloak, seen above, is the result of careful collaboration and research, examining the screen-used garment worn by Padmé on Tatooine in Star Wars: Attack of the Clones and designed by Trisha Biggar. “We really took the color inspiration from the original, the pattern from the original,” says Tracie Alt, senior merchandiser.

25. There’s also a deep-cut nod to Bail Organa’s loyal aide, Sateen Vestswe.

While they were perusing the archive, designers also pulled in Sateen Vestswe’s ensemble from Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, including a forest-green jacket and an arm piece that was created by making a 3D digital scan of the original prop, which can be seen below. “Those touches of authenticity are there throughout the entire assortment,” Alt adds. And there’s also Princess Leia Organa’s classic white gown, from Star Wars: A New Hope, for fans of the original trilogy.



26. You can change your appearance mid-trip.

Just like Finn, you can start out as a First Order stormtrooper and leave as a member of the Resistance. Or maybe peruse your personal cape closet to pay homage to style icon Lando Calrissian?

27. Beyond the screen-influenced pieces, designers took inspiration from the crew for apparel designs.

A pint-sized captain’s uniform — which doesn’t come in adult sizes (we asked) — a blue mechanic’s coveralls, and a tunic that resembles the gear worn by the lightsaber training staff will be for sale for younger passengers. For dinner with the captain, more formal attire indicative of galactic black tie can be purchased, including a sleek wrap dress with a cowl capable of special modifications and a crisp gray tunic with a greeblie accent on the lapel. And some more subtle nods and everyday options, in the form of a gray jacket and a black shirt inspired by Qi’ra in Solo: A Star Wars Story, will be available for a relaxed shore leave.



28. Show your allegiance by wearing the ship’s logo.

There’s also an exclusive line of jewelry bearing the Halcyon logo subtly woven into bracelets, necklaces, and earrings for a high-fashion celebration of the experience. “Just like a cruise line, we have a ship logo [merchandise] line that really celebrates not only our Chandrila Star Line, but also our Halcyon ship,” says Schoeneberg.



29. You can take a piece of the Halcyon starcruiser home…

The collection extends to home goods with wine glasses, coasters, a bottle stopper and other pieces to bring a touch of the Sublight Lounge’s ambience back home. Gold and silver accents give these unique pieces a touch of class, while the shapes are unmistakably Star Wars.



30. …or the ship itself!

For fans who look at the Halcyon starcruiser the way Han gazes at the Millennium Falcon, a scaled replica model of the ship can serve as a reminder of your journey.

31. The experience is undergoing months of test flights before taking off on its maiden voyage.

For the past four months, a select few have been brought aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser for play tests, abbreviated versions of the final experience that help Imagineers fine-tune how the new technology and recently-onboarded crew will interact with each new arrival of passengers.

“This is my favorite time,” says Thacher. “This moment of getting to see it come to life for the first time.” Trowbridge describes this as the final step in a composing a concerto.  The piano’s been built and tuned, but the people behind the scenes are still figuring out the final piece.

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