Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[AmberMV]

either this is an old picture or they put that fencing back up. It was there for CM preview but not for AP preview. They were working on it the day of CM preview

Yeah I was going to say I took a video walking through the Castle and coming out the back on first day of AP preview and they were already painted in my video

 

[yulilin3]

Was the gray as bold as it is in this picture? It might be old. I have really looked at the turrets before now, but I kind of remember them being much lighter in tone

I honestly don't remember

 

[AmberMV]

That’s what they looked like on first AP preview day

Edit: I apologize for some of the blurriness. This is a still shot i took from my video and it's zoomed in and it was on a smart phone so

 

[Mit88]

To be fair, I would think that traveling to Florida to spend 8 hours a day for a week in an Orlando grocery store would be a worse idea than spending that time in Disney.

What if you’re going to Orlando to compete in Supermarket Sweeps?

 

[AmberMV]

you're right, the difference is that at Publix I HAVE TO either wait for people to move away or pass them, close by, quickly. At Disney I have had enough room to walk by at a larger distance than 6 ft or simply head in a different direction. I have not made any queues that are long other than RotR, which I was the las one to enter that queue when it broke down so was able to separate myself even more. What I'm saying is I have options at DIsney, even if I spend the entire day there I only come in close proximity with people very little. At Publix it's inevitable

You’ve been at Disney multiple times now since CM preview to after official public reopening. How can you compare the crowds, mask compliance and other operational differences? I would find it very helpful for a comparison

 

[mmackeymouse]

Once you try peoplemover you’ll never want ride the carpets again. It’s a sophisticated persons COA. It reminds people of a simpler time, one were you simply didn’t need to go round and round for entertainment.

Here's the thing. I know this was tongue in cheek and it made me chuckle.

But, this is one of those statements that is so true and deep the more and more you think about it.

 

[yulilin3]

You’ve been at Disney multiple times now since CM preview to after official public reopening. How can you compare the crowds, mask compliance and other operational differences? I would find it very helpful for a comparison

CM preview were definitely less busy, as far as mask and social distance compliance it's been about the same. Other than opening day of DHS at SWGE, where I definitely felt uncomfortable midday because of the crowds, everything else has been well handled.
I think they need to monitor the exits to attractions that dump a lot of people at a time, like safari, everyone gets up and exits at the same time, I hung back and was the last to exit the truck and walked out slowly, but everyone else just went
Like I said the other day, people don't think about the social distance aspect so I have moved from various spots when people have come close (losing precious shade in the process) only spoke up once and the lady just shrugged. I don't let these interactions bother me but then again, I am a local who visits often and don't have to go on all rides so I can still enjoy the parks from a safe distance sitting on a bench. I admit it's different for me.
If people were just about 50% more aware of the social distance it would be amazing. I have been very impressed with little ones and masks and most of them seem unfazed by them

 

[Mit88]

 

[teach22180]

I haven't seen a list of relaxation stations in Epcot or HS. Does anyone know where they are? Thanks.

 

[LSUmiss]

What I'm getting at is that we've seen multiple reports of people removing masks while on rides. For the majority of rides, this isn't as big of an issue because the attractions are in their own buildings separate from the rest of the guests not on the ride. With PM, in travels between buildings, with people walking underneath them, through the gift shop, etc. And while, yes, CM could stop the ride and announce over the speaker that people need to put their masks back on, in terms of efficiency that just isn't viable. The ride would be stopped way too often to even bother opening the ride. I don't think guests would go so far as to "spit" on people below, but given how distance tests about breathing/speaking/coughing/sneezing travel, to have that above people if it happens sounds like a problem Disney doesn't want.

But the land is already open.

 

[Betty Rohrer]

CM preview were definitely less busy, as far as mask and social distance compliance it's been about the same. Other than opening day of DHS at SWGE, where I definitely felt uncomfortable midday because of the crowds, everything else has been well handled.
I think they need to monitor the exits to attractions that dump a lot of people at a time, like safari, everyone gets up and exits at the same time, I hung back and was the last to exit the truck and walked out slowly, but everyone else just went
Like I said the other day, people don't think about the social distance aspect so I have moved from various spots when people have come close (losing precious shade in the process) only spoke up once and the lady just shrugged. I don't let these interactions bother me but then again, I am a local who visits often and don't have to go on all rides so I can still enjoy the parks from a safe distance sitting on a bench. I admit it's different for me.
If people were just about 50% more aware of the social distance it would be amazing. I have been very impressed with little ones and masks and most of them seem unfazed by them

just wondering based on park I work at, either parks or resorts are CMs allowed to fill refill cups or popcorn buckets? we are having to put in paper and hand to guests so they can pour in their cup or bucket. i have been at a drink area in my stand and that has been biggest complaint so far during passholder opening. Saturday is big opening for us

 

[AmberMV]

But the land is already open.

Living with the Land ride?

 

[JacknSally]

I haven't seen a list of relaxation stations in Epcot or HS. Does anyone know where they are? Thanks.

I think the Launch Bay is a relaxation spot at DHS, and there is one at Norway in EPCOT.

 

[Katrina Y]

I haven't seen a list of relaxation stations in Epcot or HS. Does anyone know where they are? Thanks.

Hollywood Studios: Launch Bay and a place in Galaxy’s Edge
Epcot: One is By the Frozen ride, there are 2 more, but not sure exactly where

 

[LSUmiss]

Living with the Land ride?

Yes.

 

[Mit88]

https://auditions.universalorlando.com/auditions

External auditions for HHN have started

 

[AmberMV]

Yes.

Great news!

 

[marinejjh]

That's the thing with mandatory masks laws.. It means jack squat if no one is enforcing it. I still see people without masks everywhere I go and no one says a thing (live in orange county)

Not sure what the mask rule is in area of Florida. I'm in Indiana and our city has a mask order, which is basically a kind request. Not sure who is supposed to enforce a mask mandate besides a business. In our area it is supposed to be the health department, which is greatly understaffed. The union for the police department said they wouldn't enforce it because it's not a law just an order. They can issue a fine, even though I haven't heard of anyone getting one, since legally you dont have to ID yourself to a public health department employee. I personally wear one because it's the responsible thing to do. But I'm also on that thinks if big box stores are gonna mandate a mask then everyone needs one regardless of your reason. If people dont want to wear it, dont let them in. It's at the point of saying either wear it or stay home.

 

[AmberMV]

Is this a new update to resort guest availability? Wide open.

 

[LSUmiss]

Great news!

Rode it today!