Upon our arrival to Disney's Hollywood Studios, we headed off to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. We took the path that routed us through Toy Story Land, but didn't stop for any rides on our way. Once inside Galaxy's Edge, we did a lot of wandering to check out the attention to detail. We also took the time to ride Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, where both Sam and I got the opportunity to be pilots (the best seats in the house, in my opinion).

Once our time on Batuu was over, we headed out across the park towards Sunset Boulevard, and a quick ride on the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. Following our trip in the limo, we made the walk towards Echo Lake, and took a load off our feet while enjoying the For the First Time in Forever: A "Frozen" Sing-Along Celebration show. This was the first time either of us saw this show, and we both found it to be funny and enjoyable.

While we were in the Echo Lake area of the park, we took a trip on Star Tours - The Adventures Continue. I enjoy this ride, despite it being on the older side. They have done a good job keeping it updated, and with varying shows I don't think I have seen the same one twice.

Our next stop was Toy Story Land, where we got in the long line for the Slinky Dog Dash. Unfortunately, after waiting for over 30 minutes, and just as we were about to be assigned seats, the ride shut down. We waited it out for a bit, but once they offered to hand out a free FastPass to those still in line, we decided to take them up on their offer.

After our Slinky Dog disappointment, we decided that a trip to the Animation Courtyard should be next. While there we got to see a bunch of stormtroopers as well as a bunch of leaders of the Dark Side. Our destination here was the Voyage of The Little Mermaid, a live action show that has some unique special effects.

We headed back to Sunset Boulevard for a couple of rides, as we took another trip on the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. We followed that up with a crazy elevator ride on The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.

With two thrill rides under our belt, we decided it was time to head back to Toy Story Land. Our first stop was on the always enjoyable Toy Story Mania!, where we shot as many bull's-eyes as we could. While we were nearby, we decided to give the Slinky Dog Dash another try. This time we made it through, and were able to enjoy our tail-wagging ride. We also opted to give the Alien Swirling Saucers a go, as Sam had never ridden them before. I can honestly say that I wasn't impressed during my first ride, nor was I this time. I don't think Sam was either... this is a ride definitely geared towards the little ones.

The last item on our to-do list for today was the Fantasmic! show at the end of Sunset Boulevard. This was the first time either of us had seen this show, and we both really enjoyed it. It is certainly a unique experience, and one I am looking forward to sharing with the rest of the family.

All in all, the two of us had a great day. Thank you Sam, for taking the time to spend a day with this boring old man. I certainly enjoyed it, and I will cherish it always.

Oh, and from what I have been told, both Drew and Jayden and already looking forward to their day in the parks as well!

Hollywood Studios

The sign as we entered into Toy Story Land.

Samantha thought the light posts entering into Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.

This tree planter looks like part of a jet engine.

A look down one of the walkways entering Batuu.

Some of the "trophies" mounted on the wall of one of the shops in Galaxy's Edge.

The star of Galaxy's Edge, the Millennium Falcon.

The Millennium Falcon in the foreground, with a Sienar-Chall Utilipede Transport in the background.

A closer look at the Sienar-Chall Utilipede Transport.

Part of a droid being used for storage in the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run queue.

A look across the top of the Millennium Falcon from inside the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run line...

Some of the items on display in the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run line.

Hondo Ohnaka giving the audience their mission on the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ride.

A close-up of the droid beneath Hondo Ohnaka...

...and a close-up of Hondo himself.

Another look at Hondo and the droid.

Samantha sitting at the Millennium Falcon's dejarik hologram table, where Chewbacca and Luke Skywalker played in the original Star Wars movie.

A close-up of Samantha at the dejarik table.

At the For the First Time in Forever: A "Frozen" Sing-Along Celebration show, the two storytellers were joined on stage by Anna...

...and later Elsa and Kristoff.

We spotted this A-wing Starfighter back in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge...

...as well as this X-wing Starfighter.

A look at the landscape of Batuu.

Some of the wares at one of the markets of the Black Spire Outpost on Batuu...

A look at The Market Merchants walkway.

Some miniature landspeeders on display...

...as well as a couple of full size ones.

A Coca-Cola stand on Batuu.

A giant Cootie inside Toy Story Land.

A couple of interesting scooters motoring through the park.

Darth Vader being escorted to the Star Wars Launch Bay for a meet & greet...

Boba Fett making his way through the Animation Courtyard...

Darth Maul making his march to the Star Wars Launch Bay.

Captain Phasma walking through the Animation Courtyard.

Kylo Ren being escorted to the Star Wars Launch Bay.

Rey and Chewbacca walking through the Animation Courtyard.

The inside of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror lobby.

Some of the scenery inside of the Black Spire Outpost on Batuu...

A couple of stormtroopers walking around through the crowds.

The Milk Stand, where you can buy blue and green milk.

A First Order TIE echelon on Batuu.

A look at part of the Black Spire Outpost on Batuu.

The Millennium Falcon in front of the spires of the Black Spire Outpost.

One of the buildings on Batuu.

Samantha posing for a picture in front of one of the doorways.

A closer look at Sam.

Some more spires from the Black Spire Outpost on Batuu.

We also saw a X-wing Starfighter.

Waiting for tonight's finale, the Fantasmic! show.

Fantasmic! is a show that uses water to project images on...

...as well as characters from various Disney movies...

...and live-action characters.

Here Pocahontas and John Smith make their way along the water...

...while Governor Ratcliffe is on the main set.

A couple more scenes from Pocahontas...

The Beast and Belle on a boat passing by...

...as Arial and Eric do the same.

A couple more pictures of the Beast and Belle as they dance...

The Evil Queen from Snow White also made an appearance...

...as did her mirror (as projected on the water)...

A giant snake was after our hero...

...Mickey Mouse!

Maleficent also came to the show...

Steamboat Willie led a cast of characters out on his boat to end the show...

A closer look at Tiana, the Beast, and Belle.

Mary Poppins, Bert, and the Genie.

Pinocchio and Geppetto.

Some fireworks to end the show...

...with Mickey Mouse high atop the stage.

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror lit up at night...

The entrance to the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith.

The men's room and...

...women's room sign outside of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith.

A look down Hollywood Boulevard towards the front of the park.

A sign making the end of Sunset Boulevard.

Pluto wagging his tail on a neon sign.

One last look down Hollywood Boulevard towards the front of the park.