Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[Eric Smith]

I was about to say exactly this. Given the climate and fluid nature of this, any rumor is worthless unless it includes “will announce publicly within 24 hours”

If you believe that, ignore it and move on. We're on the Rumors and News board so take things that are posted for what they're worth. Others who want to put more stock in to them are free to do so.

 

[disney1474]

I’m with you.

I’d even go a step further that most of the time the sources may be reporting the most accurate info at the time. Things just change so quickly that until it’s Disney official it’s pretty worthless.

Agree. And that's why Disney hasn't announced an opening date because they really just aren't that certain yet with things changing everyday. They need to be sure they're opening on the date that they eventually will announce. Until then I guess....

 

[cakebaker]

Better yet, printed directly on an MWord.

Shhhhhh....we haven’t had that brought up for several pages now. That must be a record!

 

[JayhawkCruiser]

Shhhhhh....we haven’t had that brought up for several pages now. That must be a record!

I will take opening date rumors and coffee maker meltdowns over MWord debates that don’t matter (because the mouse is either going to say you have to or don’t have to and that’s that) ANY DAY.

 

[Eric Smith]

I will take opening date rumors and coffee maker meltdowns over MWord debates that don’t matter (because the mouse is either going to say you have to or don’t have to and that’s that) ANY DAY.

I think that was confirmed by Chapek yesterday.

 

[Marionnette]

I think that was confirmed by Chapek yesterday.

Or at least intimated.

 

[cm8]

Pete?
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Don’t trust that crazy Pete!!! He tried to kill Woody!!

 

[MusicalAstronaut]

@yulilin3 has now acquired the 3rd report of this from CMs today... from the cancellation thread

"Alright, was on hold for 20 minutes but got a very pleasant and chatty CM
She said my June 1-2 Contemporary resort reservations looks good, no cancellations so far for June.
She was puzzled when I said some people started getting emails already, she double checked and said everything on her end said no cancellations yet
I asked if I had the possibility of changing dates in June if it does eventually cancel, she said no changes for June can be done at this time
I asked if maybe they are consolidating resorts and only having a few open, she said that is something being discussed and because they are opening in phases that's why they stopped taking reservations for June because they are at capacity."

Something sounds afoot. We haven't had 3 reports of CM phone "info" on the same day saying the same thing this whole time...

ETA: thanks Yulilin3 for calling and sharing with us

I wonder if I should call & ask about my VAH disappearing from my account. No email or refund (makes sense, it's for June 12) but it is gone from MDE. Just to see what they say, if it's consistent.

 

[MrsSmith07]

I wonder if I should call & ask about my VAH disappearing from my account. No email or refund (makes sense, it's for June 12) but it is gone from MDE. Just to see what they say, if it's consistent.

My VAH for the 12th is still showing. I'm curious what they'll tell you. ETA - I even signed out and back in and it still shows VAH tickets.

 

[MusicalAstronaut]

@yulilin3 has now acquired the 3rd report of this from CMs today... from the cancellation thread

"Alright, was on hold for 20 minutes but got a very pleasant and chatty CM
She said my June 1-2 Contemporary resort reservations looks good, no cancellations so far for June.
She was puzzled when I said some people started getting emails already, she double checked and said everything on her end said no cancellations yet
I asked if I had the possibility of changing dates in June if it does eventually cancel, she said no changes for June can be done at this time
I asked if maybe they are consolidating resorts and only having a few open, she said that is something being discussed and because they are opening in phases that's why they stopped taking reservations for June because they are at capacity."

Something sounds afoot. We haven't had 3 reports of CM phone "info" on the same day saying the same thing this whole time...

ETA: thanks Yulilin3 for calling and sharing with us

When you say 3 reports of the same info, is that about them stopping reservations for June but not necessarily cancelling all of June? Sorry I can't find it haha.

 

[zemmer]

When you say 3 reports of the same info, is that about them stopping reservations for June but not necessarily cancelling all of June? Sorry I can't find it haha.

Several phone cm have said they stopped taking reservations for June because they’re “at capacity”.

 

[Jroceagles]

Several phone cm have said they stopped taking reservations for June because they’re “at capacity”.

normally take that at face value....but with multiple saying it...where there is smoke....

 

[Mit88]

I wonder if I should call & ask about my VAH disappearing from my account. No email or refund (makes sense, it's for June 12) but it is gone from MDE. Just to see what they say, if it's consistent.

Doing a party like VAH with all the protocols in place would be nearly impossible. They wouldn’t be able to provide you with the rare character M&G, the stage show, the DJ dance party, or the Cursed Caravan. So they’d be charging you $145 for 3 hours and provide you with just the exclusive treats, and ride overlays. There’s no way they’d be able to justify that party taking place, even for half the amount they’re charging.

Not to mention having to get people out of the park, clean the park, and then bring people back in for the event.

 

[MusicalAstronaut]

Several phone cm have said they stopped taking reservations for June because they’re “at capacity”.

I honestly hoped that was the case when I first heard, fingers crossed!

Doing a party like VAH with all the protocols in place would be nearly impossible. They wouldn’t be able to provide you with the rare character M&G, the stage show, the DJ dance party, or the Cursed Caravan. So they’d be charging you $145 for 3 hours and provide you with just the exclusive treats, and ride overlays. There’s no way they’d be able to justify that party taking place, even for half the amount they’re charging.

Not to mention having to get people out of the park, clean the park, and then bring people back in for the event.

This is definitely what the optimist in me hopes the reason for cancelling is! Now to keep playing the waiting game & see if/when June reservations are cancelled. Mine is June 12-16 so if they go with June 15 I might be SOL anyway.

 

[rteetz]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1260294091008548866

 

[andyman8]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1260294091008548866

Interestingly, this does include the Universal Studios Store in CW, which is owned and operated by Universal Parks & Resorts. That's different than DS, which (as of now) will not be operating World of Disney or any other Disney-owned locations.

 

[Pickle Rick]

https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/terms-of-service/operations-update?linkId=88480280

 

[yulilin3]

Here's the official info on citywalk https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/terms-of-service/operations-update

 

[burg]

Here's the official info on citywalk https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/terms-of-service/operations-update

I think this part is telling, and important:

"Please note the CDC advises that older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Guests should evaluate their risk in determining whether to attend. People who show no symptoms can spread COVID-19 if they are infected, any interaction with the general public poses an elevated risk of being exposed to COVID-19, and we cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed during your visit."

So in line with what myself and many others have been saying, you are welcome to come at your own risk. But the stores, parks, etc, will not guarantee it is a sterile environment.

 

[gottalovepluto]

I think this part is telling, and important:

"Please note the CDC advises that older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Guests should evaluate their risk in determining whether to attend. People who show no symptoms can spread COVID-19 if they are infected, any interaction with the general public poses an elevated risk of being exposed to COVID-19, and we cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed during your visit."

So in line with what myself and many others have been saying, you are welcome to come at your own risk. But the stores, parks, etc, will not guarantee it is a sterile environment.

That's a nicely written CYA honestly...