Great Post.
I agree, just because WDW has more on-site hotel guests, it doesn’t mean they all get guaranteed entry into GE. A first come first serve, thought out and controlled reservation system is best for everyone, even if those who end up disappointed don’t agree.
When you consider the way GE attractions are designed (small and intimate), their hands are kind of forced to implement something. Otherwise, hours and hours long waits for literally everything.
As one poster allied to, timed Magic Band entry into GE. 4 hour max, and keep the capacity at a manageable level like Disneyland did.
If we miss out being able to go this time because we can’t secure entry, so be it, we can go next time. I fear many people feel like they are entitled to visit GE, regardless of when they visit. 88 million visitors per year tells me that is unrealistic, if you do the math.
Walt Disney World has never seen anything like this before, so must prepare for the worst. No comparison can be made to Universal/Harry Potter, Galaxy’s Edge will be much busier. There’s Disney fans AND Star Wars fans.
If it is a free for all......yikes!