Only Tip You Need to Visit Galaxy’s Edge
Of all the changes/additions to Walt Disney World over the past decade, Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge is by far the most anticipated for our family. And I am going to share the only tip you need to visit Galaxy’s Edge!
Our Family’s Star Wars Backstory
I still have very vivid memories from that summer back in 1977. The shopping for movie snacks, and choosing circus peanuts, remember those?? Heading to the drive-in, yes – the drive-in, with our neighbors. The feeling of watching Star Wars for the first time. Falling in love with the characters, the story, and wondering what would happen next.
Then, in 1999, the revival of the Star Wars saga began. This time, we’ve been able to share with our own girls. Again, we were drawn back into the lives of our favorite characters. Over the past 20 years, the stories evolved, gaps have been filled, and new galaxies have been explored. With the explosion of interest in Star Wars, comes traveling to Galaxy’s Edge!
So…….
What’s To Love About Galaxy’s Edge
Aside from all the small things, there only needs to be ONE BIG reason to LOVE Galaxy’s Edge……
The immersion into a whole new galaxy!!!
Let no detail go unnoticed!! From the moment you step through the tunnel, you are walking amongst the stars.
There’s no talk of the “real world” as you interact with cast members. In fact, they may not know what Star Wars even is.
Our #1 TIP to Visit Galaxy’s Edge
Allow yourself to become part of the experience.
The more you talk with the locals, the better your experience on Batuu, and beyond, will be. Galaxy’s Edge is unlike any other land, in every other park. It’s meant to be an overall, interactive event. For example, ask to learn about the language. Here’s what we learned:
Bright Suns = Hello
’Til the Spires = Goodbye
Rising Moon = Hello (in the evening)
Some Things You May Notice While Visiting
You may not find photographers, but there are plenty of Hydroscanners to help document your journey.
Dollars are conveniently, and equally, exchanged for credits to make your necessary purchases.
Milk is blue and green. Very popular among the locals, courtesy of The Bubo Wumba Family Farms. We decided to try both choices.
Blue milk is fruity sweet along the lines of blue raspberry. This was a thumbs up for all 4 of us.
Green milk has citrus and floral tones, kinda like mango. I really liked it. Josephine was the only one who didn’t really care for it.
Popcorn is red and purple. Tastes a little fruity, with a hint of spicy. Drinks may come in bottles that look like hand grenades.
Locals may be curious about you, and even question who you are, and where your loyalty lies.
Even though you can purchase local attire, you won’t be allowed to wear it while visiting. No one wants to get you mixed up with the locals.
If you decide to take a Smuggler’s Run, be careful with Chewy’s ship. He has lots of eyes watching what happens. Or you could even run into him yourself.
Be on your best behavior, and keep watch for Storm Troopers. They are on constant patrol.
Final Thoughts
Your experience will be what you make it. Let go, and allow yourself to take it all in. Knowing Disney, I was not at all shocked at how authentic it felt.
There are many more features, such as the Play Disney Parks app, that weren’t part of our preview day. Adding this into the mix for things like interacting with door panels and droids, scanning contents of crates to collect virtual souvenirs, translating Aurebesh, tapping into satellite dishes to listen in on locals’ conversations, playing Outpost Control, having added options while in the rider cue, and effects may be triggered within the land. How fun will that be??
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We are planning to visit next year and this is the best tip you could’ve given. Immerse yourself! We can’t wait to go!
Thanks!! You are going to love it!!
I haven’t made it out to check this out yet! Hopefully we will get to go in the fall. What great tips. Love that they have a language to learn.
Hope to visit the one in Disneyland too!!
This looks like so much fun! From learning the language and the blue milk! A definite bucket list destination for the Star Wars fan!
For sure!! It will be fun to keep going back and just walking around to see all the interaction.
Looks like fun! My husband would have a blast!
Disney does it right!! You would have fun too!
Hmm…flavored milk? I think a few of our kids would have fun with that and then want to recreate it at home!
Looks like our kids will really enjoy this when we head to Disney very soon.
There are already recipes out there on the web! I want to try and make our own too!
Oh my gosh!!! This is one of the reasons I hate living in the middle of nowhere, too far away to enjoy stuff like this. It looks like a fun adventure. I would probably swoon!
Yeah, It’s been pretty great living close to Disney!!
Disney has done it again. The scenery looks fantastic. Looks like y’all had fun!
They sure did!! Part of me is shocked, but then another part of me is not surprised that Disney can pull off such magic!!
It looks like so much fun! We are planning a visit there next year, can’t wait to go!
Disney really has outdone themselves!! Happy you get to experience it yourself.
I’m glad you got to enjoy the preview! We went to Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland in June, and we had a blast. It’s hard to take everything in, but we certainly tried. In a couple of years, I hope we get to try the Hollywood Studios version!
I agree, it’s hard to take it all in. And there are so many more features still to come. Hope you get to Hollywood too!
Everyone I know who has been absolutely loved it. It does look amazing.
Same here!! I have not heard any complaints!!
Nice trip! I love all of the interesting food!
Thanks!! We can’t wait to try more!!
I love Star Wars and this looks like fun. I bet my hubby and son would love an adventure like this.
Definitely a must for all Star Wars fans!!
Love immersing myself in the experience! That’s why I dress up for Disney. Do I need to watch all of the Star Wars movies again to know what’s going on?
I need to start dressing up!! No need to re-watch all the movies. You will be good!
Never was a Star Wars fan, but this looks like fun!
I’ve heard that even non Star Wars fans enjoy it!
I just booked a trip for my daughter and me the first weekend in September just to experience Galaxy’s Edge, so you’ve got me very excited! Just a few weeks away …
Yay!! You are going to LOVE it!!
So much fun. I love the food that goes along with the theme. I sent my kids to school with cereal for lunch on April fools day one year, the milk was blue. They loved it so I’m sure they would love this food too.
Oh, that’s fun!! I bet they got a kick out of that.
My son is really going to love this! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Can’t wait to hear about when you take him!
I remember when the Harry Potter theme was unveiled at DisneyWorld with my daughters a few years back. This looks like so much fun and adventure! Thanks for sharing.
I just love all the themed areas!!
Just a heads up, Harry Potter is at Universal Studios not at Walt Disney World (a common mistake).
I scored ressies to Oga’s Cantina for Labor Weekend. We were invited to the pass holder’s preview, but I am in Alabama for something else and could not make it work. I was afraid we would not get in unless we were up at 3:00 am. I can’t wait to see it and just soak it all in. Like you, I grew up with Star Wars, played it as a child with my sister and cousins, and squeal with delight when a new movie comes out. It is going to be epic.
YAY!! So happy you got reservations, especially since you have to miss the preview. Can’t wait to hear what you think about it!!
So very cool!! I need to check into booking a trip!
You sure do!!
would you say this has the equivalent nerd level as Harry Potter land?
I would say yes. Even though I’m not a huge Harry Potter person, and I’ve only been there once.
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