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The thing that stood out to me is just how small DHS is compared to Disneyland. Considering that both of the Galaxy's Edges (oh do I hate that awkward name) are the same the difference between the size of the two parks is considerable.
 
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Dr. Hans Reinhardt said:
The thing that stood out to me is just how small DHS is compared to Disneyland. Considering that both of the Galaxy's Edges (oh do I hate that awkward name) are the same the difference between the size of the two parks is considerable.
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It seems like such a waste to dedicate that much space to SW:GE at DHS. They could have split it in two for more rides. Of course, they still have room outside their berm for more stuff. I wonder how much bigger DHS is to USH or USO?
 
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phruby said:
It seems like such a waste to dedicate that much space to SW:GE at DHS.
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I think it was probably the best decision in order to not only keep attendance climbing, but to better compete with USF. As strong as Uni's franchises are, it'll be tough for it to compete with Star Wars over the long term.
 
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I just looked it up. DHS is 135 acres while the Magic Kingdom is only 107 acres. DCA is only 72 acres and DL is 82 acres. That park seems so much smaller probably because there is nothing to do there except ride the TOT over and over.
 
kthomas105

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phruby said:
I just looked it up. DHS is 135 acres while the Magic Kingdom is only 107 acres. DCA is only 72 acres and DL is 82 acres. That park seems so much smaller probably because there is nothing to do there except ride the TOT over and over.
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Part of the size is due to show buildings existing inside the "berm" TSMM and the old GMR show buildings are each about 2/3 of the same footprint size as Alcatraz. Add on to that the numerous show buildings like Indiana Jones, MV3D, and a dedicated Fantasmic amphitheater and the acres start to add up quick. But you are absolutely right for all that space the park is limited on quality attractions right now.
 
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Those two pictures are very misleading if you try to compare them.
First, Star Wars Land in DHS isn't using up nearly, nearly all of that dirt area.
Second, the DHS picture is taken at more of an angle, which heavily distorts the size of what's under construction compared to the rest of the park.

Officially, DHS is 50 acres larger than DL. From the pictures, it looks 50 acres smaller. But if you don't count backstage, I'd wager the two parks aren't far apart in size.

phruby said:
It seems like such a waste to dedicate that much space to SW:GE at DHS. They could have split it in two for more rides. Of course, they still have room outside their berm for more stuff.
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They have plenty room inside too. The largest below.

If they move some cast parking and get rid of unused buildings, they could potentially use all or most of the green area. That would connect to Toy Story Land (red area) and get rid of the huge Sunset Blvd. dead end (blue path).

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TP2000

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Those two pictures are very misleading if you try to compare them.
First, Star Wars Land in DHS isn't using up nearly, nearly all of that dirt area.
Second, the DHS picture is taken at more of an angle, which heavily distorts the size of what's under construction compared to the rest of the park.
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Okay, good. Because the way it looks in that latest pic of DHS, the Star Wars Land in WDW seems squished and condensed compared to Disneyland's larger and more spread out version. And Disneyland seems to have a bigger berm with longer walkways leading to the entry portals.

For example, in that photo of DHS, the Alcatraz Battle Escape ride looks smooshed up right next to MuppetVision with very little room for trees or rocks or buffer area.

Someone needs to do a duplicate Google Earth image of each Star Wars Land to see the differences. Disneyland has three entry portals, versus two entry portals for DHS. But that angled photo makes the DHS version seem squished and gasping for space.
 

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