One of the biggest announcements to come out of the D23 Expo this past weekend was the confirmation that Star Wars Land is coming to Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Much speculation and guessing is being done, but now some more information has been released.
Some of the changes include a new scene in Star Tours, updates to the Jedi Training Academy, and the Star Wars Launch Bay. We now know why the Magic of Disney Animation closed at DHS.
Star Tours® – The Adventures Continue – Later this year, Star Tours will include a new adventure featuring locations and characters from the upcoming film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, giving Guests a new adventure in the Star Wars galaxy.
Star Wars Launch Bay – This interactive experience will take Guests into the upcoming film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, with special exhibits and peeks behind-the-scenes, including opportunities to visit with new and favorite Star Wars characters, special merchandise and food offerings. Star Wars Launch Bay will be located in the Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and in Tomorrowland® at Disneyland Park.
Jedi Training Academy – A favorite of younger fans is reimagined with a new experience that includes new characters and a new villain to battle from the popular Disney XD series “Star Wars Rebels.”
Season of the Force – This new seasonal event, beginning early 2016, brings new experiences to both coasts. In Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park, your Clients can explore the Star Wars galaxy with special entertainment throughout the land, themed food locations and more. Guests also will be thrilled to climb aboard Hyperspace Mountain, a reimagining of the classic Space Mountain® attraction, in which Guests will join an X-wing Starfighter battle. At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Guests will close out weekend nights with a new fireworks spectacular set to the iconic score of the Star Wars movies.
More info will keep coming as time goes on so stay tuned for more Star Wars news. Also, get in touch with My Mickey Vacation Travel to prep you for any Disney vacation now and in the future for the great new things coming to multiple Disney Destinations.
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