Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[CastAStone]

so bad with crowds or no masks?

Lack of masks and lack of apparent caring on SeaWorld's part. They said the theater spaces were like a mask free free-for-all (paraphrasing).

 

[LSUmiss]

At least you guys actually got the passholder email that said nothing.

#bitter

True. I didn’t. Despite having 2 APs!

 

[LSUmiss]

Does anyone know if current APs are extended if that’s date will be your new renewal date? If not & you plan to renew, the extension doesn’t give you much.

 

[TexasChick123]

True. I didn’t. Despite having 2 APs!

I didn’t get one either.

 

[Arguetafamily]

Dfb info:

A Cast Member we spoke with said face shields are also an acceptable face covering since they cover the nose and mouth. They haven’t seen many folks wearing face shields, but they’re allowed.

 

[KrissyD715]

27th of June or July?

July

 

[Magical Courtney]

Curious what S&D will cost after MLS if nothing else is open.

I got a room at the Dolphin for $170 a night starting on Aug 1st. I booked prior to the MLS announcement. Just checked and it’s still around that price point. I personally think that’s not bad at all seeing as S&D are more on the moderate to deluxe level.

 

[jade1]

Just called, originally had a CR room garden view with a 50% CM discount ($260) was moved to Poly village, deluxe studio standard room
Checking in July 1

Hey if that bridge gets done, you can (if you want) walk to MK-like you can from CR (but further of course).

 

[Mal6586]

Does anyone know if current APs are extended if that’s date will be your new renewal date? If not & you plan to renew, the extension doesn’t give you much.

I'm going to be watching specifically for this. Mine expired 4/23 but I had already renewed prior to the closure because we had a trip planned beginning 5/1 so I had to have it renewed already to do fastpasses for that trip in early March. If my new AP doesn't go from 1 year from the extension, I'm gonna be making some phone calls for sure!

 

[gottalovepluto]

Dfb info:

A Cast Member we spoke with said face shields are also an acceptable face covering since they cover the nose and mouth. They haven’t seen many folks wearing face shields, but they’re allowed.

They probably haven't seen much of it because according to Disney that's not good enough

All face coverings should:

• Fully cover an individual’s nose and mouth and allow the Guest to remain hands-free
• Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
• Be secured with ties or ear loops
• Be made of breathable material, either disposable or reusable

ETA: And shame on DFB because they should know better than to prioritize what a CM said over written Disney policy

 

[jade1]

I got a room at the Dolphin for $170 a night starting on Aug 1st. I booked prior to the MLS announcement. Just checked and it’s still around that price point. I personally think that’s not bad at all seeing as S&D are more on the moderate to deluxe level.

That's a great price IMO. More curious after MLS, but will know soon if WDW hotels will be competing.

 

[yulilin3]

Hey if that bridge gets done, you can (if you want) walk to MK-like you can from CR (but further of course).

That would be amazing!! I am just happy I might be able to walk to the GF.
I asked and she said as long as I can social distance I can visit the other resorts that are open

 

[VeronicaZS]

Dfb info:

A Cast Member we spoke with said face shields are also an acceptable face covering since they cover the nose and mouth. They haven’t seen many folks wearing face shields, but they’re allowed.

This could be a game changer....

 

[CastAStone]

I understand why they’re doing what they’re doing. Ive just never seen a company try and deter people from spending money on their company. Its very strange.

It's just what's happening with COVID. Working in the food industry I'd say it's more widespread than maybe you realize. Many (most?) food companies *can not* keep up with grocery demand right now. Bottle makers can't make enough bottles, lid makers can't make enough lids, box makers can't make enough boxes, and food plants can't bake, make, or mix enough food down the lines meant to fill bags, boxes, and bottles (but they have plenty of space on the lines that pack giant tubs, crates and bins for restaurants!). So now when you go to the grocery store, nothing is on sale, there's no promotional displays, and there are purchase limits on all sorts of products like yeast and ham. They're not trying to stick it to you, it's just no one can afford the sales increase that happens when Publix runs a BOGO. Disney has the exact same problem - not enough supply until COVID ends. So they are managing their business accordingly..

 

[chasgoose]

Yeah I think most of the out of town we’d that visit Universal treat this as an add on to a Disney trip. I know that’s what we do. I suspect Universal crowds will go up when WDW opens.

Yeah, I don't think anywhere near as many out-of-towners do Universal as its own trip as they do with Disney. Not to say that it doesn't happen (and certainly there are plenty who add a day or two at Universal to a WDW trip), but there are presumably a lot more out-of-town visitors that only go to Disney and skip Universal than the other way around.

 

[mcmry5]

At least you guys actually got the passholder email that said nothing.

#bitter

#samehere
It’ll arrive in a few hours.

This is why I stalk the boards- other people get all kinds of emails WAY before I do!

 

[cwaltjen]

#samehere
It’ll arrive in a few hours.

This is why I stalk the boards- other people get all kinds of emails WAY before I do!

Same here. I usually get the pass holder email way after others. And I never get a cancellation email for my June 1st trip. I also never got the email to modify, confirm or cancel my July 4th trip, but was able to call and move resorts.

I had multiple CMs make sure that my email was correct, all of them said it was "weird" that I didn't receive the emails.

 

[IceSkatingPrincess]

I still haven't gotten an email with an updated confirmation/total for one of my reservations that Disney removed the dining plan from yesterday. Gotta love the inconsistency. It's basically the only consistent thing lately.

 

[Eric Smith]

This is the only thing giving me hope reservations aren't that hard to get most days. Universal can't even reach their extremely limited capacity. Though the VQ system there still is horrible with only 2 real rides. If Disney has ALL rides on it, it will probably work fine. Everyone I know is telling people to stay away from Disney if they only go every so often. It's not worth it. I think Disney will hit capacity the first week, but after that it will be just slightly more crowded than Universal. But I'm an optimist. Still hope they will give something to APs to make up for the no park hopping. That is a huge value loss. I'd settle for some free exclusive merch, as long as it's more than a magnet and maybe some water park/mini golf tickets. Now I'm just dreaming.

I really don't think getting a park reservation on a given day is going to be an issue, especially if you're a resort guest. It may be difficult to get a reservation at the specific park you're looking for (especially Magic Kingdom) on a specific day. I think this situation is going to require people to be much more flexible with their planning which is a major shock for the way Disney World trips have been for the past few years.

I think it really depends on what someone wants out of a Disney trip. If they've never been and this is a once in a lifetime thing, people should absolutely reschedule. It won't be the full Disney experience. It really depends on what you're in to and what concessions you're willing to make. The crowd sizes should be really low and it may be easier to get on a lot of rides or get a specific dining reservation.

I think they'll do something similar to what they did in Shanghai for APs and not start the clock immediately when the parks open.

 

[Eric Smith]

I got a room at the Dolphin for $170 a night starting on Aug 1st. I booked prior to the MLS announcement. Just checked and it’s still around that price point. I personally think that’s not bad at all seeing as S&D are more on the moderate to deluxe level.

I wonder if they're planning on consolidating down to just the Swan once some teams get knocked out.