Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[SaintsManiac]

There are dozens of us. Dozens!

The system seems to recognize my non-activated AP as I can book FPs. But for some reason AP discounts for resorts didn't show up. To get AP discount applied to my recent reservation, I had to call to get them to do it. I hope my AP is recognized for the reservation system...

Back when they did the Toy Story Land preview I was able to book it with a voucher. I certainly hope it’s the same for this! Good luck!

 

[cakebaker]

There are dozens of us. Dozens!

The system seems to recognize my non-activated AP as I can book FPs. But for some reason AP discounts for resorts didn't show up. To get AP discount applied to my recent reservation, I had to call to get them to do it. I hope my AP is recognized for the reservation system...

I had the same issue. It has something to do with the way you entered them in MDE. I don’t recall specifics, but there are 2 ways to do it. One will allow you to see AP discounts, the other won’t. My daughters could both see discounts with a voucher,

 

[andyman8]

I have a question for people that may be more informed on this. A friend of mine became a DVC member in January. He has a trip in late August planned and was asking if he purchased an Annual Pass online if that would count towards them having a ticket in place for the early reservation system, or if they’d have to wait until they enter the park to active the pass before it would become “valid” for that type of scenario. Ive only ever gotten or renewed my AP while I was on property, so I’m not sure how it all works when getting an AP online.

I don’t have an answer - I don’t know Disney has an answer - but I have an AP voucher too. They already have my money so I will be pretty ticked if we aren’t included as “valid tickets” when park registration begins! On MDE, it treats me as a full APH, including being able to book discounted special events tickets but who knows with a new system. Keeping a close eye on this...

All we know is what they've done in Shanghai. At SDL, active APholders have been able to make reservations with their online reservation system, but new APholders must first "redeem" their pass before making a reservation. I don't know entirely what that exactly entails, but it sounds like they may have to go in person or at least call? If we don't know before they release reservations, I think the safer bet would be to buy a ticket with this new reservation system for his trip dates and then upgrade it to an AP when he arrives. That said, I certainly hope they have an answer by the time they release these reservations.

 

[merry_nbright]

News

Conneaut Lake Park will not open this year.

http://www.newconneautlakepark.com/2020-season-update/cancellation-of-2020-season.cfm

Sad. My family grew up going there and Geauga Lake. Had a feeling it wouldn’t open, it’s seen better days, but still sad to see a piece of home throwing in the towel for the year.

 

[jenjersnap]

Oh how I hope Trader Sam’s will be open!
ETA: Sorry for the non sequitur, didn’t quote earlier post that mentioned TS.

 

[SierraT]

Are folks thinking they will cancel Epcot Food and Wine? I would really hope not.

 

[tlmadden73]

Also, any of the night shows where you are seated like in AK and DS. Does the new Epcot show use fireworks? We were able to see illuminations one last time and so sad it’s gone.

If Disney cancels their theatre attractions they will only have like HALF of their attractions open .. especially at DHS.

Is there official word on those yet? I know it was reported that you couldn't get Fast Passes for "Turtle Talk with Crush" in August.

 

[SwirlTheCitrus]

Are folks thinking they will cancel Epcot Food and Wine? I would really hope not.

I would greatly doubt it-- it is one of their biggest draws.

 

[JacknSally]

OK, I for one love these new utensil dispensers (which, I never even once thought about the old utensil dispensers in all the will they/won't they of having festivals).

https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020...E22EYW1StQMnAGHLVS5xrRmd5oRp5-EHSQ3246jsZlHPE

 

[cakebaker]

My daughter just turned 6. Loves everything Disney. Would do just about anything to go to WDW, and I'd love to take her. And if I did take her now, she wouldn't get near the experience for full price, and I can't even see her smile.

In the end, we didn’t cancel because of all the cutbacks, but I can understand doing so. I expected major reductions, but they gutted the parks. There’s not much left besides just rides and some of them may end up not being open. It’s almost like they are opening because they felt forced to, but are going to do little more than open the gates for 8 hrs a day. It makes me wonder, if they think it’s that unsafe, why not wait?

 

[DGsAtBLT]

Ratatouille had an official opening date before all this right? End of May? I can’t remember if it was rumour or fact.

Wonder when it opens now. Hopefully not too far off. I’m also super curious how ROTR will operate, seems like ages ago when the biggest Disney concern was its downtime.

 

[SaintsManiac]

Are folks thinking they will cancel Epcot Food and Wine? I would really hope not.

I’m thinking it might be less days.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

My kids go back to school August 3rd. They've been in Summer since May 15th.

man, crazy how different school calendars are ... my kids still have 4 more weeks of school left before summer break starts

 

[chicagoshannon]

Parades will most likely reopen before fireworks as it's way easier to distance with a parade than fireworks.

 

[rteetz]

Ratatouille had an official opening date before all this right? End of May? I can’t remember if it was rumour or fact.

Wonder when it opens now. Hopefully not too far off. I’m also super curious how ROTR will operate, seems like ages ago when the biggest Disney concern was its downtime.

Nope

 

[jenjersnap]

All we know is what they've done in Shanghai. At SDL, active APholders have been able to make reservations with their online reservation system, but new APholders must first "redeem" their pass before making a reservation. I don't know entirely what that exactly entails, but it sounds like they may have to go in person or at least call? If we don't know before they release reservations, I think the safer bet would be to buy a ticket with this new reservation system for his trip dates and then upgrade it to an AP when he arrives. That said, I certainly hope they have an answer by the time they release these reservations.

Well, I already paid $$$ for my platinum AP so it would be extremely bad form on their part, IMO. Not going to panic yet, appreciate the info!

 

[princesscinderella]

By closing the parks at 7 it gets the crowd to disperse to the other areas of the resorts for dinner dining, reducing the load on the park restaurants. this is why Universal closes early - to get visitors to spend money at citywalk.

 

[vinotinto]

Tough crowd in here, man. Can’t just be excited about finally getting a date. Now we are killing the park experience permanently. Y’all are too much.

Tough crowd indeed!

Well, I’m excited. I am happy that we can stop speculating. I’m happy that all 4 parks are opening. I’m happy that we’ll likely get to do some fun rides and some of our fave drinking and dining.

Will it be perfect? No. I was looking forward to some evening times in the parks and we’ll miss the evening spectaculars/fireworks. But, all in all, we can have some family time together doing some of the things we enjoy the most.

 

[Britty2]

Just trying to be a positive person but the world was completely different two months ago, it’s not entirely out of the question of it being even more different in July August etc.

For all we know some of these events not being added, might be added in a month with less restrictions on many things

Things change daily with this

They sure will change weekly and things won’t be forever either. We have no idea. Cases are up in many states that reopened and while I don’t think we are headed towards a second shutdown people have to be aware this isn’t close to over. 3-4 months after a worldwide pandemic and the biggest theme park actually has a plan to reopen. You should be thankful. Not complaining or thinking this is the end of the world. If the new guidelines aren’t for you then eventually we will get there.

 

[chicagoshannon]

Well, I already paid $$$ for my platinum AP so it would be extremely bad form on their part, IMO. Not going to panic yet, appreciate the info!

my feelings exactly! I also have a resort ressie so they better honor my already paid in full AP!