Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[KBoopaloo]

I haven't been following any state other than my own, so I can't say. I do think it's weird to keep the restriction in place.

I am in Massachusetts and can’t believe we were never added to the restricted list for Florida.

 

[SaintsManiac]

I *think* if you read the second order from June 5th it tells you this order supersedes the original. The June 5th order is in effect until June 30th.

Yep that's what I deciphered in this:

https://www.flgov.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/EO-20-139.pdf

 

[roth697]

Did Disney announce anything yet for modifying reservations after Jul 4th yet? We have a check in on July 5th. When I called the other day, they message said they are modifying for check ins before June 21. I did see someone post about how you need to contact Disney this week for check in between June 21 and July 4th. When I called this morning the message said they can’t modify any reservations at this time so I hung up.

 

[WonderlandisReality]

I am in Massachusetts and can’t believe we were never added to the restricted list for Florida.

Agree. We are driving into Mass to fly out of Logan and this is something I have been watching very closely

 

[SaintsManiac]

Did Disney announce anything yet for modifying reservations after Jul 4th yet? We have a check in on July 5th. When I called the other day, they message said they are modifying for check ins before June 21. I did see someone post about how you need to contact Disney this week for check in between June 21 and July 4th. When I called this morning the message said they can’t modify any reservations at this time so I hung up.

Nope

 

[CastAStone]

Not if they aren't giving resort guests only, priority. You'd be competing with anyone who has an existing ticket.

We don’t know this. We only know that resort guests including DVC who already have tickets including AP, have 1st priority. They have said nothing at all about other priorities.

 

[cakebaker]

You would have to provide a bed too. What they “allow” vs. capacity are two different things.

I believe that’s exactly what I said....bedding and linens. They don’t “ allow” 5 at AOA mermaid rooms. They do “ allow” 5 at SS 1 br. It was a very nice upgrade. I’m not sure what the debate is about.

 

[chicagoshannon]

Did Disney announce anything yet for modifying reservations after Jul 4th yet? We have a check in on July 5th. When I called the other day, they message said they are modifying for check ins before June 21. I did see someone post about how you need to contact Disney this week for check in between June 21 and July 4th. When I called this morning the message said they can’t modify any reservations at this time so I hung up.

They just announced June 22 - July 4 last night. Give it a couple days.

 

[cakebaker]

We don’t know this. We only know that resort guests including DVC who already have tickets including AP, have 1st priority. They have said nothing at all about other priorities.

But how is it we know this? I can’t find an official source saying that. We know if you currently have tickets or AP’s, you have priority over new sales. But that’s all I can find for sure. I’d love to see something official. I know it was on DPB before, but can’t find it now.

 

[LSUmiss]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/06/disney-world-releases-list-of-restaurants-opening-on-june-22nd/

So maybe that one “modified character” experience is just the only one until parks open.

 

[Theactualdisneyprincess]

I think the BC Marketplace and BW Bakery menus are pretty comparable if I remember right. Both those resorts are kind of lacking in the QS IMO.

I wonder how strict they’ll be for people who are just wandering the Boardwalk. Especially if Swolphin is open and it’s not just BCV guests with access.

This was my question too.

 

[andyman8]

Just as a point of potential clarification, the "initial reopening period" refers to that 6/22 to 7/4 timeframe. Will everything come back online after? Absolutely not, but there will be some changes/additions.

 

[chicagoshannon]

So maybe that one “modified character” experience is just the only one until parks open.

I'm honestly surprised (pleasantly) that they'll have any character anything before the parks open.

 

[MaC410]

Just as a point of potential clarification, the "initial reopening period" refers to that 6/22 to 7/4 timeframe. Will everything come back online after? Absolutely not, but there will be some changes/additions.

Is this speculation or are you telling us something you know?

 

[LSUmiss]

Yeah, there's no way on earth we would go during this time, even if parks open - no guarantee to get in, shortened hours I'm sure. No go.

I'm thinking people who do go, these will be shorter trips. I can't imagine booking a 7 day or longer stay with no guarantees of going to a park, no feature pools, not many restaurants. How would you fill your days? Disney Springs?

But wouldn’t you know if you have a park reservation at least 30 days before you go? It’s not like you get there & don’t know if you’ll get in, right? Or have I misunderstood the plan?

 

[karen4546]

Ouch, so no counter service for AKL - Kidani and no real table service for BCV (sorry, Beaches and Cream doesn't really count). Hopefully they let BCV eat at the Tratorria on the BW side. Not having a counter service option for AKL is going to be painful for some folks if they get moved there. Hopefully the animals will counter that a bit (for viewing, not dining )

If they get moved from a value or moderate then that is an okay sacrifice.

 

[andyman8]

Is this speculation or are you telling us something you know?

This the impression two friends of mine in resort operations are under (different resorts) or at least their management is under.

 

[cakebaker]

So if they eliminate park hopping, do AP’s get any refunds to compensate for the loss of that benefit? It’s a rhetorical question. Honestly, it’s ridiculous for them to start the clock on AP’s when the parks aren’t fully operational and at severely limited capacity.

 

[SwirlTheCitrus]

The bars are open at least!

I'm super excited about Geyser point; I missed that the first time! Staying at BRV in Aug.

 

[IceSkatingPrincess]

If they get moved from a value or moderate then that is an okay sacrifice.

I would be very happy to eat butter chicken every day and look at animals!