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Even when discounts are applied—such as the new offers exclusive to Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members—the impact seems insufficient to generate widespread interest. DVC members, typically high-spenders already invested in Disney properties, are offered discounts of around 30%, but such incentives appear to be attempts solely to fill empty rooms rather than indicators of a thriving tourism hub.
The Reality of Market Response
Overall, the response from the broader travel and media industry underscores the struggles faced by Galactic Star Cruiser. Travel publications and industry analysts consistently describe the experience as a “waste of money”, citing the high costs and low occupancy rates as evidence of its commercial failure.