Star Wars fans got great news as a date has finally been announced for the return of Star Tours to Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Star Tours which takes Disney World guests on a thrilling adventure through the world of Star Wars has been closed since September 2010 while undergoing a major refurbishment that will include a new storyline with multiple story points and variations.  You will also see the introduction of a new pilot and new droids to the action.

The new and improved Star Tours will reopen to the public on May 20, 2011.  This will be just in time to coincide with the 2011 version of Star Wars Weekends at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Stay tuned as more details will be communicated as they become available.