Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[woody337]

I think it is obvious that Disney is eager to open WDW. If they weren’t we would have gotten the same kind of notice DLR and DLP got for WDW instead of only reservations up to the May 31 canceled.

LOL beat me to it

 

[DGsAtBLT]

I feel like they are pushing for WDW to open first, otherwise they would push those reservations back to July as well

I think so too. I hope they can open without incident as soon as possible.

I hope what doesn't end up happening is them feeling pressured by the deadline they set for themselves and opening too quickly, or that it's a game time decision to not open June 1 with a late announcement like April 1.

 

[EmJ]

I think it is obvious that Disney is eager to open WDW. If they weren’t we would have gotten the same kind of notice DLR and DLP got for WDW instead of only reservations up to the May 31 canceled.

To be clear, I don't think DL gave any kind of notice regarding pushing back hotel reservations. Unless someone knows differently, I think was just randomly discovered by people checking the system that sporadic June reservation used to be available, and now they aren't. Neither Disney nor DL has said anything at all.

 

[jerry557]

Some people act like the economy is not officially open until WDW opens.

Well the CEO of Southwest airlines said they weren't going to resume flights until Disney reopens.

https://**************.net/2020/04/southwest-ceo-disney-parks-reopen-ba1/

 

[ScubaCat]

I'd be SHOCKED if any of WDW opened on June 1st. Not saying it's impossible, but I'd be seriously surprised. If it did, it'd probably just be MK and Contemporary or something limited like that. It's going to take many weeks to get the entire property back up and even partially open.

*Edit: I'd be shocked if anything besides disney springs opened by 6/1. I can see that opening in some capacity.

 

[TDSAXX]

Well the CEO of Southwest airlines said they weren't going to resume flights until Disney reopens.

https://**************.net/2020/04/southwest-ceo-disney-parks-reopen-ba1/

He said he doesn’t think many people will travel until Disney opens. It’s not like SW has grounded all their planes until Disney opens.

 

[SaintsManiac]

He said he doesn’t think many people will travel until Disney opens. It’s not like SW has grounded all their planes until Disney opens.

I’m waiting to see if they cancel my flight to DC later this month...so far it hasn’t changed at all.

 

[cakebaker]

He said he doesn’t think many people will travel until Disney opens. It’s not like SW has grounded all their planes until Disney opens.

The task force today mentioned that trying to entice people to come to Orlando is pointless until Disney, Universal and Sea World open. No one comes to Orlando to go to Gator World. Disney is under a lot of pressure to open.

 

[yulilin3]

The task force today mentioned that trying to entice people to come e to Orlando is pointless until Disney, Universal and Sea World open. No one comes to Orlando to go to Gator World. Disney is under a lot of pressure to open.

Gatorland you've made the task force point lol
They also said they're expecting people at the beginning to drive over, just to be safer.

 

[rpb718]

He said he doesn’t think many people will travel until Disney opens. It’s not like SW has grounded all their planes until Disney opens.

Southwest doesn't ONLY go to Orlando. If what they say was true - Disney would own their own airline.

ETA - Hmm, might be some good deals on airlines when this dies down.

 

[cakebaker]

Gatorland you've made the task force point lol
They also said they're expecting people at the beginning to drive over, just to be safer.

LOL I stand corrected and you’re right, never been there in 35 years of going to WDW.
They are right about driving too, I think. We’ve been to WDW more times than I can count and always drove. In the last few years, I’ve lost the desire to make that 18 hr drive. My now grown kids have a fear of flying and still enjoy the drive. Typically I fly in with my grandson and they meet us there. Not this time. I have no desire to get on a plane anytime soon nor does my daughter wanting her son to fly. If they open, I’ll be driving in.

 

[TDSAXX]

Southwest doesn't ONLY go to Orlando. If what they say was true - Disney would own their own airline.

ETA - Hmm, might be some good deals on airlines when this dies down.

Maybe Disney should buy Southwest, that way once Apple buys Disney they’ll own an airline.
Oh, I’m sorry I guess I’m getting my threads mixed up.

 

[yulilin3]

Southwest is the largest airline at MCO with the most flights. Most travelers come for the major theme parks and conventions, so I would agree that while the parks are closed they're booking very little.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

In case anyone is not participating in the cancellation thread Disney looks to be cancelling May reservations that extend partially into June.

No word yet on what would happen if guests just requested May portion be dropped or the entire trip moved a few days later.

 

[xuxa777]

Southwest is flying to Florida and Orlando every day and never has stopped, reduced schedule yes, but you can fly down there today.

 

[Aurora0427]

To be clear, I don't think DL gave any kind of notice regarding pushing back hotel reservations. Unless someone knows differently, I think was just randomly discovered by people checking the system that sporadic June reservation used to be available, and now they aren't. Neither Disney nor DL has said anything at all.

https://www.ocregister.com/2020/05/...hotels-push-back-reservations-until-july/amp/
This says “according to Disneyland officials” whatever that means.......

 

[ScubaCat]

Southwest is flying to Florida and Orlando every day and never has stopped, reduced schedule yes, but you can fly down there today.

Gatorland, here I come! (Assuming Twistee Treat and Wawa are open, of course)

 

[dismom58]

One thing I don’t think has been addressed in the debate of when Disney will open that besides the new systems and precautions the virus will impose on the companies operations which will involve cm training , possible security and pos changes etc is the shear amount of food merchandise and stuff required to run the parks and resorts! Disney no doubt relies on a wide group of suppliers to provide everything from raw food items to dare I say it toilet paper! Can they find reliable open companies to continue to provide for their needs! I just read where Trader Joe’s bought toilet paper from a major hotel chain because they were shutdown! Do these suppliers have workers ready to jump on the orders that Disney would require? Can supplies be easily and readily be shipped in? Many sub contractors have been severely impacted by the tourism shutdown many let their workers go! This will be another hurdle that Disney is no doubt facing in deciding when they can safely open!

 

[midnight star]

One thing I don’t think has been addressed in the debate of when Disney will open that besides the new systems and precautions the virus will impose on the companies operations which will involve cm training , possible security and pos changes etc is the shear amount of food merchandise and stuff required to run the parks and resorts! Disney no doubt relies on a wide group of suppliers to provide everything from raw food items to dare I say it toilet paper! Can they find reliable open companies to continue to provide for their needs! I just read where Trader Joe’s bought toilet paper from a major hotel chain because they were shutdown! Do these suppliers have workers ready to jump on the orders that Disney would require? Can supplies be easily and readily be shipped in? Many sub contractors have been severely impacted by the tourism shutdown many let their workers go! This will be another hurdle that Disney is no doubt facing in deciding when they can safely open!

Didn’t think about this.

 

[gottalovepluto]

One thing I don’t think has been addressed in the debate of when Disney will open that besides the new systems and precautions the virus will impose on the companies operations which will involve cm training , possible security and pos changes etc is the shear amount of food merchandise and stuff required to run the parks and resorts! Disney no doubt relies on a wide group of suppliers to provide everything from raw food items to dare I say it toilet paper! Can they find reliable open companies to continue to provide for their needs! I just read where Trader Joe’s bought toilet paper from a major hotel chain because they were shutdown! Do these suppliers have workers ready to jump on the orders that Disney would require? Can supplies be easily and readily be shipped in? Many sub contractors have been severely impacted by the tourism shutdown many let their workers go! This will be another hurdle that Disney is no doubt facing in deciding when they can safely open!

I think you’re waaaay too worked up about Disney’s supply chains... They won’t open if they can’t get supplies. But they have
1) crap ton of money
2) lots of logistical experience
And probably
3) contracts