Twenty-six years ago today, Star Tours opened to the public at Disneyland...
For two and a half decades the Star Wars universe has been a part of the parks. Today, many kids think of Darth Vader as much Disney as Mickey Mouse. For decades guest have enjoyed being transported to that galaxy far, far away as if it were another adventure by the Mouse.
After the surprising announcement last October of the Walt Disney Company purchasing Lucasfilm, you can expect to see a lot more Star Wars in the parks. From films, to television, to rides, to lands, to merchandising, there will be a lot more star touring.
And with any luck, someday an entire theme park...
