All FP machines to be removed from Animal Kingdom by next week and....

[doconeill]

Looks like it is going well.

Say goodbye, Mr. Legacy FP...

Mr. Legacy FP was doomed no matter what.

Name the movie: "I passed, but I failed!" "Then I'm both happy and sad for you..."

Of course, someone has to say it: "Not a valid test, blah, blah, blah...";

Not sure how many CM they have there today for this, but there is NO WAY they will keep that staffing level even for a 10 crowd day. The point of this is to make more money for Disney, not pay for more CMs because they made the system to difficult to use.

 

[FireDancer]

A moment of silence here...

I just keep visualizing those kiosk lines on a 10 day at MK. :-O

I wouldn't take free admission to MK on a 10 day let alone pay Disney for that hell. That being said I would wager on off-site guests being able to use the app to change FP+ reservations eventually. Maybe in weeks, maybe months, maybe years, but I don't see the kiosks staying the only means of change indefinitely. It just isn't an efficient use of resources.

 

[doconeill]

I wouldn't take free admission to MK on a 10 day let alone pay Disney for that hell. That being said I would wager on off-site guests being able to use the app to change FP+ reservations eventually. Maybe in weeks, maybe months, maybe years, but I don't see the kiosks staying the only means of change indefinitely. It just isn't an efficient use of resources.

Absolutely. Obviously if offsite gets advanced access, it will be different. Right now, I think they don't want to have a ton more people dealing with profile and app issues, but rather get mass performance testing done with a "simplified" version.

 

[crystallovesmickey]

I wouldn't take free admission to MK on a 10 day let alone pay Disney for that hell. That being said I would wager on off-site guests being able to use the app to change FP+ reservations eventually. Maybe in weeks, maybe months, maybe years, but I don't see the kiosks staying the only means of change indefinitely. It just isn't an efficient use of resources.

I feel like such a newbie. Can someone please explain what a "10 day" is? Thanks!!

 

[doconeill]

I feel like such a newbie. Can someone please explain what a "10 day" is? Thanks!!

A "10" according to park crowd calendars...generally the worst crowds, like on major holidays, etc.

Next Wednesday, for instance, will be a "10" day. Most of the week after will be close.

 

[ckelly14]

I feel like such a newbie. Can someone please explain what a "10 day" is? Thanks!!

10 on a 1-10 busy scale...

 

[rebbyparker]

A moment of silence here...

I just keep visualizing those kiosk lines on a 10 day at MK. :-O

I would LOVE to know what that looks like! Crowd level of 10 at Epcot or HS. But excuse me, I've been chastised for expressing my interest in that sort of test so I'll sit here and drink my Koolaid.

 

[going/again]

that is interesting cause i have never interacted with you but have read plenty of your whining, bullying, and crying about every things Disney has done as of late.

Ah, more of your pictures. How quaint. Such a sad little man, you are.

You trying to get this thread closed, just asking?

 

[andrewilley]

I would LOVE to know what that looks like!

No, you really wouldn't...

Andre

 

[Missyrose]

You trying to get this thread closed, just asking?

 

[rebbyparker]

No, you really wouldn't...

Andre

Yeah, I would. I'm going to be in the world next week and was hoping I'd have some indication by now of what things are going to be like when it's absolute chaos at Christmas and they're still testing. I know, I'm anal.

 

[Missyrose]

Yeah, I would. I'm going to be in the world next week and was hoping I'd have some indication by now of what things are going to be like when it's absolute chaos at Christmas and they're still testing. I know, I'm anal.

It's going to be chaos, that's a start.

 

[Rowanonfire]

Mr. Legacy FP was doomed no matter what.

Name the movie: "I passed, but I failed!" "Then I'm both happy and sad for you..."

Of course, someone has to say it: "Not a valid test, blah, blah, blah...";

Not sure how many CM they have there today for this, but there is NO WAY they will keep that staffing level even for a 10 crowd day. The point of this is to make more money for Disney, not pay for more CMs because they made the system to difficult to use.

Well, they have more staff hovering around the legacy FP machines on a busy day as it is, I don't think their role will change much because of FP+, those same staff will just be given ipads.

 

[DVC4US]

Mr. Legacy FP was doomed no matter what.

Name the movie: "I passed, but I failed!" "Then I'm both happy and sad for you..."

Of course, someone has to say it: "Not a valid test, blah, blah, blah...";

Not sure how many CM they have there today for this, but there is NO WAY they will keep that staffing level even for a 10 crowd day. The point of this is to make more money for Disney, not pay for more CMs because they made the system to difficult to use.

I'll play!!

"Real Genius"

 

[DVC4US]

Yeah, I would. I'm going to be in the world next week and was hoping I'd have some indication by now of what things are going to be like when it's absolute chaos at Christmas and they're still testing. I know, I'm anal.

Me too! If this test is still going on it's going to be real interesting. I keep hoping for the best but I also keep telling everyone in our group to "buckle your seat belts cause we could be in for a bumpy ride."

 

[doconeill]

I'll play!!

"Real Genius"

You win the cookie!

 

[DVC4US]

You win the cookie!

YAY!!! I like cookies! Just ate a chocolate no-bake! YUM!!!

 

[Vidia2]

How early are guests allowed to line up for rope drop? Just wondering for those who must go during high crowds and must ride certain headliners on certain days who don't have advanced booking capabilities.

A few people might be willing to just camp out like many do for Star Wars celebrity fastpasses. If only they would let us book those in advance.

Edited to rephrase

 

[lugnut33]

Here are my recommendations for a successful WDW vacation once FP- is gone:

Vacation at a slow time of year like September and first part of November. Be very selective about the time you vacation.

Pull kids out of school to get the most bang for your buck.

Stay on site so you have access to FP+ 60 days in advance, especially if you must travel during holidays and summer.

Stay for 7 days minimum. Plan on going to MK for 3 days, EP 2 days, DHS, 2 days, and AK 1 day. Due to the limit on the number of FP+ one can get, extended vacations will allow you to use FP+ on all the main attractions.

Don't worry about park hopping unless you're interested in seeing the lesser known attractions.

Do not change your schedule the day of unless you are OK with losing your headlining FP+ appointments.

At non busy times you will want to be at the parks at least a half hour before opening..at busy times get there an hour or two ahead. This way you can see the most attractions in a day, and perhaps even ride the headliners more than once. This will become more vital as FP+ becomes more established.

It's still ok to leave for an afternoon break, just make sure you get back in time for your FP+ appointments if you planned them for the afternoon.

Be prepared for huge lines to get into FP lines. That means bring ponchos.

Work with your kids on proper magic band placement to help keep the FP+ line moving.

Schedule your FP+ rides in the afternoons or evenings when the park is most crowded. You are better off using your FP+ selections at that time instead of waiting in huge lines for all non FP+ attractions.

If it's ever offered go ahead and purchase the unlimited FP no matter how much it costs.

 

[lugnut33]

How early are guests allowed to line up for rope drop? Just wondering for those who must go during high crowds and must ride certain headliners on certain days who don't have advanced booking capabilities.

A few people might be willing to just camp out like many do for Star Wars celebrity fastpasses. If only they would let us book those in advance.

Edited to rephrase

Unofficial Guide recommends a minimum 70 before park opening during holidays and busy season. Since transportation starts 2 hours before park opening, I would imagine it's no problem getting there 2 hours early.