It’s what Star Wars’ fans have been waiting for – a chance to get their hands on the Millennium Falcon and we are not talking the LEGO version.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the epic new land which opened today, May 31, inside Disneyland Park, California, lets you take the controls of the most famous ship in the galaxy aboard Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run.
Millennium Falcon: Highlight of the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge attraction
You live your own Star Wars adventures and explore a remote planet full of unique sights, sounds, smells, tastes and other immersive experiences. The largest and most hi-tech single-themed land expansion ever in a Disney park also opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida on August 29.
Stormtroopers: In the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park, Anaheim
You are transported to a galaxy far, far away on a journey to Batuu, the newest location in a story that began in 1977 with the first Star Wars film.
You become part of the story as you sample galactic food and beverages, enter an intriguing collection of merchant shops and take control of the Millennium Falcon.
Stepping into your own Star Wars adventures, you are part of the action as it unfolds around you, and your interactions with the Play Disney Parks mobile app will deepen your engagement with the land.
Tunnel: You’ll walk through the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
You may choose to aid a smuggler, join the Resistance or pledge your loyalty to the First Order. This depth of storytelling is part of the total experience that distinguishes the 14-acre Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge from any other themed lands in Disney history.
Millennium Falcon: You’ll take the controls in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Scott Trowbridge, a Disney creative executive, says: “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge redefines what a Disney experience can be. It invites exploration and discovery, where we can become characters in the Star Wars galaxy.
“More and more, our guests want to lean into these stories, not just be a spectator. We’re giving them the opportunity to do just that in this land, with a new level of detail and immersion. This is an opportunity to play and engage with your friends and family in a shared experience that will forge lifelong memories.”
Reservations are required to enter Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park between May 31 and June 23. Guests visiting during this time will need valid theme park admission and a reservation to enter the new land.
After June 23, reservations will no longer be required to visit the attraction. As needed, to manage demand, Disneyland Resort will implement a virtual queuing system to visit the new land so guests can enjoy the rest of the resort while waiting to visit Batuu.
GO: Virgin Holidays offers Virgin Atlantic flights from Heathrow on September 30 and three-day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Tickets with car hire included from £620 per person. Accommodation for seven nights not included. See www.virginholidays.co.uk
Virgin Holidays also offers seven nights in Walt Disney World Resort including Virgin Atlantic flights from Gatwick, room only accommodation at the Disney’s All Star Resort with car hire included, costs from £899 per person. Price is per person based on 2 adults and 2 children travelling and sharing a standard room.
