Episode 147 - Galactic Starcruiser Press Event - An Honest Review

The Cast: Sam Marraccini & John Yaglenski

- Live from the Dig Site at Coronado Springs resort with Sam of Sam's Disney Diary - Day 1 was a preview filled with a panel talk and interviews - Imagineers have been working on this experience for 7 years - We did not have the full experience aboard the Galactic Starcruiser. Only 4-5 hours. - After the Last Jedi and Before the Rise of Sywalker is when this cruise takes place - This ship doesn't look like Star Wars... Why? - There are SPOILERS AHEAD though we didn't see everything - John needs a backstory - Engineering Room looks like gritty Star Wars - Cabins are small but well-appointed and include your own AI - The experience wasn't flawless and they have some learning to do - There are moments where you are completely enveloped by the storyline - It's a very complex "show" - The initial videos vs. the reality of the shows and experience - Maintenance interrupts the podcast - Did not get to ride the shuttle down to Batu - The shuttle ride up to the ship wasn't as impressive as the ship itself - Unclear how Starcruiser guests will mingle with day guests to the park - Lightsaber training - The Halcyon Bridge & the backstory - The brig - Fireworks in space - Epic battle to conclude the cruise - You engage at the level you are comfortable - The price question - Overall impressions - is the cost justified? - There should be a Spa! - ATM - Chase in space - Books and comics related to the Starcruiser - That's a wrap, keep working on it Disney