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Disney releases first photo of finished Star Wars attraction as Galaxy’s Edge prepares to open to the public this week


DISNEYLAND’s new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge attraction will open this Friday following months of anticipation.

Disneyland Resort president Josh D’Amaro shared the first image of the finished land and the entire team on Instagram ahead of the opening later this week.

 The president of Disneyland Resort Josh D'Amaro shared an image ahead of the opening

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The president of Disneyland Resort Josh D’Amaro shared an image ahead of the openingCredit: @joshdamaro/Instagram

He commented: “So proud to introduce you to the inhabitants of Batuu!

“I want to thank this amazing team for their incredible dedication and passion.

“Yesterday’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Cast rally was unforgettable. This photo is one for the ages!

The image was also shared by Star Wars actor John Boyega, who wrote: “Meet the amazing cast of Batuu ready to give the fans all around the world the most immersive Star Wars experience!

 Star Wars actor John Boyega also thanks the teams

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Star Wars actor John Boyega also thanks the teams

“Star Wars #GalaxysEdge opens its doors in one week at @disneyland and don’t you worry i’ll be there to help guide you through one of the most insane rides!

“It was a pleasure to work with the team on this. Enjoy and may the force be with you.”

The land’s official opening is this week on May 31 – and it will be one of nine lands within the Disneyland Park.

However, getting tickets has proven difficult.

Guests have had to pre-book to see the new area due to overwhelming demand, with early tickets being snapped up within hours.

And until June 23, the only way to see the land is by pre-booking – although after this the attraction will be open to everyone.

However, guests staying at the park still have the opportunity to reserve tickets.

 Thousands of Star Wars fans are to visit the new attraction opening in Disneyland

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Thousands of Star Wars fans are to visit the new attraction opening in DisneylandCredit: refer to caption

Earlier this year, many lucky fans who got tickets have been left disappointed after they were warned that they have just four hours to see the new land.

However, their tickets will allow them to explore the rest of the park during the opening hours without restriction.

Disney explained this was to prevent congestion and long queues – it follows rumours of queues of up to six hours to go on the new rides.

The new attraction features two rides: Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Rise of the Resistance – but only the first ride will be operational on opening day.

The Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will have a spaceship that’s the exact replica of the ship from the films, measuring more than 100 feet long.

Disneyland give first glimpse of groundbreaking Millenium Falcon ride at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

As part of the experience, a team of six people will operate the spacecraft during an interactive experience that, just like the movies, will get a little bumpy.

Modelled on an encounter with First Order fighters, the ride puts guests in the role of pilots, gunners or flight engineers to ensure their mission is completed.

On Rise of the Resistance, guests will play as new Resistance recruits and go on a journey on a full-size starship.

A hologram image of Rey will appear with a message before guests board their ship that takes off from Batuu.

It will then head into the orbit, only to be intercepted by a nearby Star Destroyer.

This sets up a climactic battle against military members of the First Order, who will probably give you a piece of their mind.

The ride is rumoured to be up to 28 minutes long.

Other aerial images revealed the construction of Disney World’s Star Wars attraction in Florida.

However, it is not due to open until August 29 this year.





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