Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[TheMaxRebo]

Just got back from streaming at AK, the queues are getting quite ridiculous. Around 11am KS was at the entrance to FotLK, FoP was snaking around into FotLK as well, EE was at the entrance to FNtM, other than that all the walkways were quite empty, it's like to separate experiences.
Still was able to rope drop (in the park by 8:50am) KS with no wait, walked right on, then walked Gorilla Falls trail with not a lot of people. There were managers everywhere today, looking at the long queues, I'm sure something will happen "soon" either opening up the shows or capacity restored to normal on rides, even though KS was basically loading at full capacity anyways

or open up something to absorb more people - the two big shows (FotLK and Nemo) would absorb a lot of people if they could open, even with social distancing

wonder if they could do something with the Rivers of Light theater - just a simple show with characters in the water or something? Just something where people could go and not just stand in queues

 

[brockash]

meh, I mean they're wiping it down after each guest. Just sanitize right after also.

Yeah, as the OP stated I don't think it's a concern of health, but more about what's the point. Is it really worth it if you have to have someone standing at every few points to wipe down after each guest? Seems like a pretty large waste of labor, disinfectant, time etc.

 

[yulilin3]

Yeah, as the OP stated I don't think it's a concern of health, but more about what's the point. Is it really worth it if you have to have someone standing at every few points to wipe down after each guest? Seems like a pretty large waste of labor, disinfectant, time etc.

ticket fraud

 

[Eric Smith]

ticket fraud

How are people committing fraud without the fingerprints? Are they sharing annual passes or something?

 

[yulilin3]

FYI the covid testing facility at Maingate (off of Sherbeth road) is walk up, no need for reservation anymore
here's the address for anyone who wants to get tested while here
3010 Maingate Lane Kissimmee, FL 34747. it's open every day 8am to 5pm

 

[rteetz]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1313925637145423872

 

[osufeth24]

Btw, today I realized just how thankful I am for my job, and how I got to keep it.

Helped my boss look at resumes for a part time position we have. The quality of resumes I saw were crazy. Did see about 2 or 3 that were Disney cms that were laid off or still furloughed. I probably wouldn't even get a call back if i had to go up against these. And this was for a pt job .

 

[Farro]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1313925637145423872

Yeeeshhh...

 

[twinmom13]

wonder if they could do something with the Rivers of Light theater - just a simple show with characters in the water or something? Just something where people could go and not just stand in queues

On our AK day, we had a snack break in there, and we were not alone -- there were probably a couple dozen people sitting in there, snacking or just resting. Every 10 minutes or so, one of the cavalcade boats would float by and the characters would wave to us. It looked like part of their regular path to make a swing in front of the seats. It was nice.

 

[HokieRaven5]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1313925637145423872

I mean they've at least been below the CDCs recommended 5% positivity since the end of August (per Johns Hopkins and the Covid Tracking Project). I understand being cautious but to claim waiting on science while ignoring the data available doesn't exactly fly.

Still he gets all the power here for the decision, so DLR is at his discretion.

 

[Farro]

I mean they've at least been below the CDCs recommended 5% positivity since the end of August (per Johns Hopkins and the Covid Tracking Project). I understand being cautious but to claim waiting on science while ignoring the data available doesn't exactly fly.

Still he gets all the power here for the decision, so DLR is at his discretion.

Yes - the question is lead by whose science and whose data?

 

[TwoMisfits]

I mean they've at least been below the CDCs recommended 5% positivity since the end of August (per Johns Hopkins and the Covid Tracking Project). I understand being cautious but to claim waiting on science while ignoring the data available doesn't exactly fly.

Still he gets all the power here for the decision, so DLR is at his discretion.

Well, he has all the power, unless Disney sues...I'm not sure what they're waiting for, although it is CA...

 

[MrsBooch]

Just realized our flights for Thanksgiving from to MCO have changed - American no longer has ANY non stop flights on the Monday of Thanksgiving week for our particular leg - all have been changed to layover somewhere. That's extremely weird to see on Thanksgiving week - I know WHY i'm seeing it, it's just another indication that all is not well with the travel industry.

That is usually one of the busiest travel weeks.

We are making lemonade out of this though - instead of leaving on Monday and dealing with an 8 hour layover, now we leave Sunday- added another day - found availability for one night in a Beach Club studio - so we will be parked at Stormalong Bay. It's our fam's first time staying there - my son is going to LOSE HIS MIND when he sees that slide.

 

[Spridell]

Well, he has all the power, unless Disney sues...I'm not sure what they're waiting for, although it is CA...

It might have to come down to that. I am sure as much as Disney wants to keep a good relationship with the state, they might not have any choice at this point.

It is very much sounding like Land will not open this year at all.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

On our AK day, we had a snack break in there, and we were not alone -- there were probably a couple dozen people sitting in there, snacking or just resting. Every 10 minutes or so, one of the cavalcade boats would float by and the characters would wave to us. It looked like part of their regular path to make a swing in front of the seats. It was nice.

oh cool I didn't know that - makes sense though. Glad to see it

 

[xuxa777]

How are people committing fraud without the fingerprints? Are they sharing annual passes or something?

yup, multiday tickets, annual passes etc.

 

[HokieRaven5]

It might have to come down to that. I am sure as much as Disney wants to keep a good relationship with the state, they might not have any choice at this point.

It is very much sounding like Land will not open this year at all.

Yeah definitely starting to feel that way even though Land is already a majority locals park.

 

[gottalovepluto]

Well, he has all the power, unless Disney sues...I'm not sure what they're waiting for, although it is CA...

Disney has other business interests in the state they might not want retaliated against.

And this could be a nice sign something is about to happen. Big flourish to remind everyone who is in charge before caving in

 

[gottalovepluto]

Yes - the question is lead by whose science and whose data?

Whoever is most stubborn apparently

 

[RamblingMad]

Looks like an activist investor is trying to push Disney to suspend their dividend. This makes sense given the layoffs. You can read more at Bloomberg.