Last Tour to Endor - Hard Ticket Event

[lebeau]

I don't think it is deceptive. It is more of a case of people reading something into it that is not there. No where in the add does it claim that this is the last time to ride it or that it will close on 8/15/2010. The event coincides with Celebration V for one simple reason....to sell the sucker out. People will be coming to Orlando for C5 from all over the world and they will be more than willing to shell out $75 for this event.

You don't think it was meant to suggest this was your last chance to ride?

I agree, if you read carefully, it never says it is. But as many people jumped to the same conclussion, I think it was (intentionally or otherwise) mis-leading.

 

[Master Yoda]

You don't think it was meant to suggest this was your last chance to ride?

I agree, if you read carefully, it never says it is. But as many people jumped to the same conclussion, I think it was (intentionally or otherwise) mis-leading.

The idea crossed my mind but once I red the copy on the add it was clear that that was not the case. Regardless of that it looks like a fun event....kind of a SWW on steroids. Is it priced a bit on the high side?....sure but pretty much everything Star Wars related is.

 

[Phonedave]

Ok, I need some plane tickets quickly! :lol:

I fly in on the 15th.

I tried to come in on the 14th a while ago, but there were no rooms available. So I went and booked my flights for the 15th

Such is my luck

-dave

 

[Exprcoofto]

I really want to do this, especially since we're already down there during that time for our August trip. There will be so much to do in August... MS Electrical Parade, Summer Nightastic Fireworks Spectacular, New TSMM Game, Lotso at DHS, Captain EO, etc.

How quickly do you think this will sell out? :shrug:

 

[Master Yoda]

I really want to do this, especially since we're already down there during that time for our August trip. There will be so much to do in August... MS Electrical Parade, Summer Nightastic Fireworks Spectacular, New TSMM Game, Lotso at DHS, Captain EO, etc.

How quickly do you think this will sell out? :shrug:

Hard to say but I am not waiting around to find out.

 

[_Scar]

$$$$$$$$$


Hope the fireworks are cool

 

[Monty]

Last ride?

Interestingly, the : The Weekend folks have "Admiral Ackbar's 'it's a Wrap' Star Tours Farewell Celebration - Star Tours group ride" scheduled for 3:45 PM 29 August. :shrug:

 

[UrbanDonovan]

Ouch.

How I wish I could be there for this finale. One final geek-out before the ride goes prequel trilogy crazy. I'm one of the crazy ones who thinks filmed physical models always feel more "real" than pure CGI.

Yes, I understand that the world has long since passed me by.

Okay, this is off topic, but is Star Tours II going to be based on Episodes I-III? Because if that is so, I am going to be majorly bummed for the rest of the day.

 

[wserratore1963]

:sohappy:

Did a search and didn't see this mentioned.

Star Tours: Last Tour to Endor

Text for this is from TheForce.net since the Disney site is an image.

"Last Tour to Endor at Disney's Hollywood Studios™ is a first-of-its-kind entertainment experience so incredible that not even the Rebel's Bothan spies have been able to steal the top-secret plans! The event gives longtime fans a chance to make one last flight to Endor before Star Tours "powers down" to make way for its new re-imagining in 2011. The evening culminates with Symphony in the Stars, a Star Wars fireworks spectacular as only Disney can create. So put on your favorite Star Wars costume and join your fellow fans for the ultimate Star Wars party during the ultimate Star Wars event — Star Wars Celebration V!

Last Tour to Endor: Saturday, August 14, 2010. 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM Eastern. Entrance to Disney's Hollywood Studios™ opens to Event Guests at 4:00 PM Eastern. Round Trip transportation to/from Orange County Convention Center and Disney's Hollywood Studios™ is included in the event ticket price.

The number of tickets available is limited. Events often sell out early. Tickets are valid only during specific event dates and hours. Entertainment
and event components subject to change or cancellation without notice. Ticket types, entitlements and prices subject to change without notice. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable."


Also, they are offering a special rate at PO:Riverside for $119/night.

That's my normal time frame to be there!

 

[julwh]

I'll be there for CV and we took advantage of the great rate at PO for the week so why not do the Last Tour to Endor too?! woohoo! It will be one great big Star Wars vacation for my husband and I!

 

[timeman]

The wife ordered me to by tickets immediately so it looks like I will be in attendance.:lol:

I just ordered my ticket. I will see you there. I will need to get with you within the next week or two to hopefully book a room for that week.

 

[mickeysaver]

Hmm....:drevil:

I wonder if I can talk my honey into an extra day at Disney? I am more interested in seeing the fireworks than anything else. This could be a lot of fun.

 

[EpcotServo]

I don't think it is deceptive. It is more of a case of people reading something into it that is not there. No where in the add does it claim that this is the last time to ride it or that it will close on 8/15/2010.

They just IMPLY IT HEAVILY. You know it's a con if isn't actually the last day. It's called THE LAST TOUR TO ENDOR for pete's sake.
:lol:

I'm super #*^%(!*^#$ that they're selling out the last day like this. I told them they should celebrate it, not pay people to see what they love one last time, and con the money out of their pockets for overcooked cookies and fireworks.

C'mon Disney. Admit if this is or isn't the actual last day (They probably don't want it to be, but won't admit it for fear of slumping ticket sales and angry ticket buyers demanding to be the last.) or do the RIGHT thing and have a free public last day, with merchandise available.

 

[blackthidot]

UGGHHHHH!!!! They could not wait ONE MORE MONTH!!!! :shrug:

 

[mickeysaver]

Getting the wife to agree was easier than I thought it would be! :sohappy:

 

[NewfieFan]

So is this available to anyone... or just Celebration V attendees?

 

[Exprcoofto]

So is this available to anyone... or just Celebration V attendees?

Anyone can attend, if you purchase a ticket for "The Last Tour to Endor" event. You do not have to be attending Celebration V.

 

[mickeysaver]

Anyone can attend. The tickets are being sold by Disney, not by the event people. The event is being marketed to those attending the event. You can enter the park at 4pm, with just the LTtE ticket.


http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...ios-hosting-special-last-tour-to-endor-party/

Thomas Smith on May 6th, 2010 at 5:41 pm
Hi Cheryl…A Star Wars Celebration V pass alone will not grant admission to this event nor will be required in order to attend this event.

 

[Omnimover]

Okay, this is off topic, but is Star Tours II going to be based on Episodes I-III? Because if that is so, I am going to be majorly bummed for the rest of the day.

No one is absolutely sure, but the current theory is that there will be elements from the entire saga. The tiny fragments of concept art we've seen show prequel locales like Naboo and Coruscant, but we've also seen the second Death Star.

There will definitely be at least some prequel elements: the 3D announcement teaser at the D23 Expo was a pod racing sequence.

Somewhere in the giant thread devoted specifically to this ride is a photo of Lucas et al. allegedly discussing the attraction, with concept art behind them.

 

[mickeysaver]

Does anyone know exactly how much of DHS is going to be open and operating for our enjoyment that night? I have tickets in hand, but I would love to know if rides other than Star Tours will be operational that night. I would think that they would be, but I would like to know a bit more. I appreciate any info that can be shared about this here on the boards.

TIA