Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[merry_nbright]

Yeah, I'm booked at Jambo House. My issue is that our youngest uses a pediatric wheelchair. We didn't book a HA room bc we don't need the roll in and his chair is so small that it fits in a regular doorway. There are some resorts that *REALLY* don't work for us - OKW and it's lack of elevators is at the top of that list. Also, giant resort complexes with long walks to main buildings or transportation aren't exactly ideal either. (I'm looking at you, SSR.)

Ugh, yeah, that’s something you really need to get sorted out before going for sure. That’s not exactly fair to you guys. I’d wait a few weeks and then try calling Disney directly and explaining the situation.

 

[OKW Lover]

We know FL social distancing is terrible outside of wdw/universal. CMs and travelers will visit those same establishments and infect each other.

The rules Disney and universal have implemented are good, but if the rest of FL isnt bothering at all still then it will still appear to spread around wdw.

This is not accurate. We are local. Live 2 miles from the MK castle. The establishments around here are indeed following social distancing guidelines.

 

[Iowamomof4]

Disney says face covering should have ear loops or ties.

Wow. Good to know.

 

[Dulcee]

Having done a blazing hot day at the zoo, I would strongly recommend finding a box of disposable ones for an amusement park. Cloth ones retain too much water on a humid day, and even your breath won’t evaporate after a while. Disposable ones do too, but, you know, disposable.

I also tried my old N95 mask I had used for sawing up flooring, and while it’s great at the grocery store, but it was getting too wet too fast and I need to be able to keep if for when I have to go inside places.

We've done two zoo trips now (and the NC zoo is similar in many ways to AK) and agree with disposable ones. We also have some cloth ones that I made the inner layer with a moisture wicking fabric normally used for the inner liner of cloth diapers. Those worked really well.

 

[FinallyFL]

Having done a blazing hot day at the zoo, I would strongly recommend finding a box of disposable ones for an amusement park. Cloth ones retain too much water on a humid day, and even your breath won’t evaporate after a while. Disposable ones do too, but, you know, disposable.

I also tried my old N95 mask I had used for sawing up flooring, and while it’s great at the grocery store, but it was getting too wet too fast and I need to be able to keep if for when I have to go inside places.

Tha't been my experience also- disposable masks are best for the outdoor Orlando weather.

 

[FinallyFL]

Yeah, I'm booked at Jambo House. My issue is that our youngest uses a pediatric wheelchair. We didn't book a HA room bc we don't need the roll in and his chair is so small that it fits in a regular doorway. There are some resorts that *REALLY* don't work for us - OKW and it's lack of elevators is at the top of that list. Also, giant resort complexes with long walks to main buildings or transportation aren't exactly ideal either. (I'm looking at you, SSR.)

Many years ago we had a similar problem at OKW. We requested either a room in an elevator building or a ground floor unit for medical reasons. We ended up in a ground floor unit without any hassle.

 

[Rash]

Disney says face covering should have ear loops or ties.

I work in healthcare. I’ve had patients come in trying to wear head bands as facemasks. They barely cover their mouth or nose at all. I have to give them an actual surgical mask. I don’t blame Disney for requiring ear loops. Unfortunately, rules will not stop stupidity. It’s amazing how many people come in with their face mask under their chin or just covering theirmouth and not their nose, and they get quite upset when I require them to cover both their mouth and nose. We live in an extremely selfish and entitled society, and now we are paying the price unfortunately.

 

[woody337]

Whats the general consensus about the opening going as planned?

 

[CastAStone]

Whats the general consensus about the opening going as planned?

Like it opening on time? Or things going well on opening day?

 

[Dulcee]

Whats the general consensus about the opening going as planned?

Too late to turn back but will likely increase the length of the "reopening" phase.

 

[woody337]

Like it opening on time? Or things going well on opening day?

like it opening on time

 

[Farro]

Anything happening today? Or is this a "catch up" day on the phones!

When do APs and ticket holders get to make reservations?

 

[skeeter31]

like it opening on time

They’ll open on time. Too much invested at this point, and Florida is not going to start any closures.

 

[woody337]

They’ll open on time. Too much invested at this point, and Florida is not going to start any closures.

Thats what i'm hoping, also hope the numbers in Florida calm down and stabilize before they open.

 

[JacknSally]

Yeah, I'm totally boned bc I booked through UT. I've already talked to them and Disney Wholesale. Basically, I'll be moved, but I don't get any say in where (which sucks bc people calling have had at least some leeway,) and no timeline on when it will happen... Wholesale actually told me it could occur day of travel!!!
My trip is still a bit away (right after Thanksgiving) but still. The uncertainty is a killer.

We’re going the week after Thanksgiving, too, at least as of now. If we all actually make it there with rooms to sleep in we can meet up for a celebratory drink

 

[Farro]

@tinkerhon

I remember another perk about package vs room only!

I had my room-only trip I cancelled yesterday already refunded to a few different Disney gift cards this morning (wow, fast!).
With a room only reservation, I would have had to call to make a payment, and paying with all those giftcards was a pain in the butt.

With a package, you have the option to pay right on the website and this morning when I applied those giftcards, that option was priceless!

 

[Mfowler7828]

Wow. Good to know.

Disney says face covering should have ear loops or ties.

Multiple reports of Gaiter mask being used at Disney Springs, so most likely will be fine for the parks.

 

[Mit88]

Multiple reports of Gaiter mask being used at Disney Springs, so most likely will be fine for the parks.

I think gaiters will be fine, but I would say bring a couple disposable, or 1-2 fabric masks down just in case. Unless you’re fine buying a mask from Disney if they dont allow gaiters (in the parks) I think they’re relatively cheap, for Disney standards, I think $6 for a mask?

 

[Dis5150]

Ok, I am 50 pages behind again! Has anyone had any luck moving a 2020 stay, with the 35% off, to a 2021 stay? Or are we supposed to wait for a different day to call?

 

[hereforthechurros]

That's typical Disney. Their press releases are always carefully worded to try to distance themselves from any negative attention (just look at the statement they give CBS News this morning re: the reservation system glitches). Again, all I'm saying is that what happened with DL has now brought more attention to their reopening timeline. They now have to deal with the PR in addition to all of the logistical and operational concerns. Do I think they go forward with the reopening plan? Most likely, but this is an added complication. I know that's not a particularly popular viewpoint here, but I don't think anyone can say anything with any degree of certainty right now.

I do wonder if we’ll see a Disney talking head address this soon on a business network. Feels like they should. Curious to see how their stock performs today.

Unpopular opinion doesn’t matter. I wasn’t apart of discussions here but I wasn’t shocked when they shut down the first time and applauded it. Anything is possible, not in denial and if it’s what’s needed so be it!