Both the Hyperspace Lounge and Cargo Bay exemplify the Disney Wish’s commitment to immersive storytelling around every corner. The whole experience is like environmental theater on perhaps the world’s biggest stage. If you’re a Star Wars fan, this is definitely the cruise ship you’re looking for. More from FamilyVacationist: Previously available only in the Philippines, the Kenneth Cobonpue Star Wars collection is now available through outlets in the US; find your nearest outlet here. The lounge was developed by a Walt Disney Imagineering team lead by senior creative director Danny Handke, who conceived of the bar as a place for adult Star Wars fans in contrast with the other Disney cruise ships' Star Wars-themed areas aimed at children. The bar was inspired by the sophisticated styles of Dryden Vos's First Light yacht and the Canto Bight casino. [2] For those of us who grew up with Star Wars, “grungy” is affectionate code for the lived-in feel of the original and sequel trilogies, compared to the relatively sleek style of the Republic’s starships in the prequels. And the immersive play space and storyline of Cargo Bay fits neatly into that “grungy” description as well.

Whoever wields the Darksaber is the rightful ruler of Mandalore… IF they win it in combat. Did you win it in combat?! Star Wars Basement via Starwars The Star Wars: Cargo Bay area on the Disney Wish is a themed play space inside the ship’s Oceaneer Club for kids ages three to 12. And unlike the swanky Hyperspace Lounge, says Handke, “Cargo Bay is the grungy side of Star Wars.” A bed like this will have no problem making the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs. Small Star Wars Bedroom via Artstation The Death Star wall piece and the pink TIE fighter desk are to die for. Also, the LED lights on both those pieces are in sync and glow together. FOR THE EMPIRE! Mid-century Star Wars Bedroom via OhmidmodNo sign of lightsabers anywhere. Better inform General Skywalker; this doesn’t look good. Star Wars Boy’s Bedroom via Classyclutter We decided one of our bars would be fully immersive and we wanted to create a Star Wars experience for adults on the ship, so that’s how we came up with the idea for the Hyperspace Lounge,” says Danny Handke, a Senior Creative Director for Walt Disney Imagineering who worked on all of the immersive spaces on the Wish. “It’s a clean-cut version different from Oga’s Cantina at Galaxy’s Edge. The idea is you can come to our ship and have the more luxurious version of Star Wars.” Can’t help wondering how long it takes to dust it, but it’s cool AF. Star Wars Attic Room Photo by: David Dossin BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY: How to Plan a Multigenerational Disney World Vacation That Makes Everyone Happy The viewscreen is flashy, but it’s all of the other details that complete the storytelling illusion. In one corner, colorful liquids bubble and burble in tall glass tubes, made even more otherworldly by the lounge’s cool fluorescent hues. Elsewhere, collected oddities like volcanic crystals from Mustafar and an idol from Batuu adorn the walls and add a touch of ambiance.

We love the watercolor paintings of BB-8, a stormtrooper, and R2D2. Can we trade for moms, please? Star Wars Girl’s Bedroom via Starwars So, what are the two Star Wars spaces on the Disney Wish actually like? I had the opportunity to explore both (and speak with the people behind the magic). Here’s what you and your kids can expect inside the Hyperspace Lounge and Cargo Bay areas on the Disney Wish. Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge Adults-Only in the Evenings, All Ages During the Day Disney’s Imagineers worked directly with Lucasfilm to bring the Hyperspace Lounge to life (Photo: Josh Roberts) Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge is adults-only after dark and all-ages during the day. Star Wars: Cargo Bay is a kids-only themed play area in the ship’s Oceaneer Club.At certain times, kids will also be called upon to help stowaways Rey Skywalker and Chewbacca. That kids-only experience is part of an interactive Star Wars adventure inside the Cargo Bay in which giant rathtars break loose and the kids use different screens and buttons to recapture them. Kids can interact with an animatronic porg inside Star Wars: Cargo Bay on the Disney Wish (Photo: Josh Roberts) Immersive Storytelling at Sea After battling it out with a lightsaber, wrapping up a smuggler’s run, or turning in a fresh bounty, it’s time to relax. Good thing the Star Wars galaxy offers some of the coolest nightspots this side of wild space. The next time you land your starfighter, consider one of these seven venues for live music, exotic food and drink, or maybe a game of chance. Cargo Bay was designed to feel like a grubby cargo ship that’s transporting creatures and droids between different planets,” Handke explains. “The idea is that when the kids come here to play, they’re rescuing and rehabilitating creatures and bringing them to the creature shop down at Batuu.” (The creatures are not actually transported to Bina’s Creature Stall at Galaxy’s Edge, but it’s all part of the story that’s being told.) Grungy interior of Star Wars: Cargo Bay on the Disney Wish (Photo: Josh Roberts)

The Force is strong in this epic Star Wars gallery wall. Star Wars Lightsaber Collection via durangojim/Reddit If you dig minimalist Star Wars posters, you’re in for a treat with these Galactic Propaganda Star Wars posters. Star Wars Lego Gaming Room via Floppy76/Reddit You may be able to recite every single Luke Skywalker line in the Star Wars movies, but does your basement look like a galaxy far, far away? As the Force fanatics get older they are able to afford more expensive collectibles from high-end memorabilia to life-sized replicas of their favorite characters, armor, weapons, and more. In fact, some go even further overboard than you might imagine. This awesome gaming setup is drawing us into the Dark Side. Funko POP Gaming Setup via Messoor/Reddit

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The Hyperspace Lounge is a space that seems custom-made for cosplaying, and indeed Handke hopes that guests will show up in their Star Wars best. “That’s the beauty of designing a space like this. We want guests to be able to play along and be part of the show,” he told me. Entering the Hyperspace Lounge through a short dark-paneled corridor, you’re immediately transported from the Wish’s castle-on-the-seas cruise ship atmosphere to a galaxy far, far away. Press a button and a space door whooshes open (complete with the signature sound) and suddenly you’re no longer on the Disney Wish at all. Instead you’re inside a gilded high-end space lounge befitting the galaxy’s highest of high rollers. NOT JUST FOR KIDS: I’ve Been on 7 Disney Cruises, Here Are the Best Things for Adults to Do Onboard

We would be kinda insecure about having a life-sized Kylo Ren lurking in the corner, but it’s just a statue, or is it? Armada & X-Wing Home Office via Robot_Dinosaur86/Reddit Now, what if I toldyou that this is actually a child psychologist’s office? High-End Star Wars Home Office via Stoneworld Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders. It often indicates a user profile.The interior will be designed with sleek, metallic detailing inspired by “lavish star cruisers” similar to Dryden Vos’ ship in Solo: A Star Wars Story. Gold will feature prominently throughout the lounge. And throughout the space there will be all kinds of Easter eggs for big Star Wars fans!