Fellow Star Wars fans gather around… We are getting more details from the Disney Parks Blog on what to expect for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. What has us most excited is the apparent detail and immersiveness going into these new lands at Disneyland Resort and Disney’s Hollywood Studios– it will be a real-life galactic playground for the most die hard fans.
From the Disney Parks Blog:
There will be several locations in the land to satisfy the appetites of most rogue adventurers:
Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo – Chef Strono “Cookie” Tuggs has traveled throughout the galaxy following his longtime gig as the chef at Maz Kanata’s castle on Takodana and brings exotic flavors and unusual dishes to his traveling diner “Tuggs’ Grub.”
Ronto Roasters – A recycled podracing engine fires up a spit of exotic meats, meticulously turned by a former smelter droid, 8D-J8. Guests can even sample some of the tasty Ronto fare.
Milk Stand – The place to go to get your farm-fresh blue milk or green milk, direct from Bubo Wamba Family Farms.
Kat Saka’s Kettle – One of the many street market stalls, this grain vendor sells the ever-popular Outpost Mix (sweet and salty popcorn snack with a hint of spice).
What we love here is the “hat tip” to so much Star Wars lore– from the blue milke to Maz Kanata– every fan from classic to new will certainly find something that matches their particular area of fondness in this universe. The addition of new eating options in general, especially at Disney Hollywood Studios, will make park fans happy overall!
But the details did not stop there…
For those looking to purchase in-story Star Wars merchandise and rare finds from across the galaxy, you need to look no further than our many different Outpost stores and market stalls.
Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities – For those in the know, Dok-Ondar is the Ithorian you seek for selling and buying rare and uniquely-valued items from across the galaxy and spanning all eras.
Savi’s Workshop – Handbuilt Lightsabers – Guests come to the workshop to meet with the Gatherers – a secretive group of people who have dedicated their lives to restoring balance in the galaxy by passing on their knowledge of Jedi lore and the Force. The workshop Master guides guests to customize and build their own unique lightsabers, and instructs them on the ways of the Jedi.
Droid Depot – Visitors to Mubo’s workshop can choose parts and construct their own individual astromech droids to accompany them on their journey, and then take them home with them.
First Order Cargo – A spaceport hangar bay serves as the temporary base and landing spot for the First Order. First Order officers have brought in crates of gear, uniforms and other supplies to win the hearts and minds of locals and visitors to Black Spire Outpost.
Resistance Supply – Resistance members and local sympathizers oversee a makeshift stall that supplies Resistance uniforms
Two awesome things to unpack here. First, the ability to customize many of the souvenier offerings is truly a cool aspect of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. We see some of that today in Tattooine Traders, but this seems to take it to the next level.
Second, one of the main conceits we are hearing for this land is the ability for the guest to have different experiences based on their allegiences– Resistance vs First Order. You see that come out in the souvenier shops with dedicated outposts for each. If they are able to pull of the conceit overall it will be an awesome way to have many different experiences in one single park land– making return visits a must!
We are excited for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to come to life this summer at Disneyland and this winter at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Be sure to contact the Whitney World Travel team to book your vacation package. And stay tuned for more updates here as they come out from the team at Disney Destinations.
