Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[DGsAtBLT]

From Disney Springs .com

As we continue to monitor conditions, and with the health of Guests and Disney Cast Members at the forefront of our planning, we are making several operational changes. Disney Springs will begin to reopen in a way that incorporates enhanced safety measures, including increased cleaning procedures, the use of appropriate face coverings by both Cast Members and Guests, limited-contact Guest Services and additional safety training for Cast Members. We will apply learnings and ideas from leaders in the health and travel industries, and we’re also talking to our unions as we prepare for some Cast Members to return to work.

Appropriate being the operative word.. what will they deem appropriate?

Appropriate face coverings vs. the "m" word leads me to believe they will accept makeshift coverings such as bandanas, and will not be strictly policing what the actual covering is.

 

[Farro]

Bandanas seem like they would be so much better in the heat. I just got some for my husband to prevent him from having to shave his beard.

Oh they are so much easier to wear. I bought a few lighter weight ones - of course I buy pretty little patterns because I'm just silly, but also when I am able to start going to office again I'll definitely need these for the CTA.

Micky bought normal bandanas to wear while running. He also has some kind of running scarf thing that he pulls up and down as he runs (alone down, near people up).

 

[Tjddis]

I apologize in advance for this question - but what do they mean by "appropriate face covering"?

Are they going to have requirements for what kind of mask/covering people are using? Some people use bandanas, some use surgical, some use cloth, etc.,...are they going to care as long as nose/mouth covered?

They are going to make you buy the ones they are selling.

 

[OnceUponATime15]

Yes, I was just discussing the same thing a few posts above.

I'm going with as long as it covers nose/mouth, they will be okay with it - meaning whatever fabric, ear straps, just ties in back, etc..

Or those full plastic face shields that Amazon sells.. . Far more “airy” in the heat...

 

[WonderlandisReality]

From Disney Springs .com

As we continue to monitor conditions, and with the health of Guests and Disney Cast Members at the forefront of our planning, we are making several operational changes. Disney Springs will begin to reopen in a way that incorporates enhanced safety measures, including increased cleaning procedures, the use of appropriate face coverings by both Cast Members and Guests, limited-contact Guest Services and additional safety training for Cast Members. We will apply learnings and ideas from leaders in the health and travel industries, and we’re also talking to our unions as we prepare for some Cast Members to return to work.

Appropriate being the operative word.. what will they deem appropriate?

Guy in my state wore a Zorro mask to the grocery store because the language was face mask/cloth face covering. So “appropriate” probably means so long as you attempt to cover nose and mouth...

 

[mshanson3121]

Oh they are so much easier to wear. I bought a few lighter weight ones - of course I buy pretty little patterns because I'm just silly. Micky bought normal ones to wear while running. He also has some kind of running scarf thing that he pulls up and down as he runs (alone down, near people up).

This is going to sound dumb, but I've never worn a bandana (that way lol) in my life. How do you keep it in place/prevent the knot in the back from sliding down?

 

[Farro]

This is going to sound dumb, but I've never worn a bandana (that way lol) in my life. How do you keep it in place/prevent the knot in the back from sliding down?

I just fold it, then pull it across my nose and tie it tight, under my ears in the back. It's not super tight across mouth (and much easier to breathe) but I haven't had trouble with it staying put. It's a lot easier if I have my hair up though!

 

[OnceUponATime15]

I’m all set...



Add a few disney touches.. done!

 

[Tigger's ally]

I know. My DW get's to wear the ears all the time we go. Guys don't wear ears so much, I rarely see it. Now something I can wear to match her ears.

Arghhh....you need pirate ears. ARghhhh

 

[Jrb1979]

I would think that the Universal resorts provide a pretty good idea of attendance figures.

Under normal circumstances yes. Universal hasn't been encouraging reservations like Disney has.

 

[Tigger's ally]

I’m all set...

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Add a few disney touches.. done!

There were adds on here a while back with similar clear face shields attached to hats.

 

[Tjddis]

I’m curious how many people who actually go to Disney Springs are guests of the resort or on vacation.

Since nobody is doing either, I will be interested in attendance over a two week period.

No way to see this as anything but good news, especially ifor FLA residents. Both workers and customers. Personally I am not the biggest DS fan and hardly ever go anymore When we are in town. But that’s just us. I do wonder how they will enforce some of this: letter mentioned limiting parking, and is there like a bunch of different entry points? Have not been for a while. I can’t even begin to get back into the dreaded “m” word. Although I found it kind of funny they called it appropriate face coverings. Gave us all a whole new thing to argue about.

 

[Mit88]

Appropriate face coverings vs. the "m" word leads me to believe they will accept makeshift coverings such as bandanas, and will not be strictly policing what the actual covering is.

Have places been specific? In NY, as long as something is covering your mouth and nose, you’re good. Doesn’t matter if its a bandana, mask, or face shield

 

[EveDallas]

Just got a survey from Universal asking under what conditions would I return if parks opened on September 1st. Lots of sample scenarios with state of hospital beds availability,
the past two weeks of the "curve" of positive cases, state of treatment and vaccine availability, and ppe and safety requirements for staff and guests. But also asked if all rides were opened and distance was enforced on all rides with cleaning after each rider and limited attendance of 50% would I pay double to go.

And mine asked if I would go with attendance of 75% and half price tickets. They're really trying every scenario

 

[DGsAtBLT]

Have places been specific? In NY, as long as something is covering your mouth and nose, you’re good. Doesn’t matter if its a bandana, mask, or face shield

That's how it is here too. Better something than nothing, especially because getting your hands on actual masks is challenging and in many places they're being saved for front line workers.

 

[Mit88]

No way to see this as anything but good news, especially ifor FLA residents. Both workers and customers. Personally I am not the biggest DS fan and hardly ever go anymore When we are in town. But that’s just us. I do wonder how they will enforce some of this: letter mentioned limiting parking, and is there like a bunch of different entry points? Have not been for a while. I can’t even begin to get back into the dreaded “m” word. Although I found it kind of funny they called it appropriate face coverings. Gave us all a whole new thing to argue about.

You can enter from the west side, and all the garages are separate entryways. There’s also a overpass bridge if you’re coming over from the casting building and speedway

 

[Mit88]

And mine asked if I would go with attendance of 75% and half price tickets. They're really trying every scenario

That’s actually not bad. Depending on when they’d do 75%, but half price is half price

edit: secretly hoping that turns out to be an HHN offering lol

 

[Mit88]

I think DS will be “busy” from people that are curious.

 

[Tigger's ally]

They already do (did) one way paths when it's really crowded, so that's likely to be done now as well. It actually works better than you'd think.

wont' work better than I think, I have liked it when they have done that.

 

[DisneyElite4]

How can I watch the livestream? Sorry if that was posted earlier. I’d love to watch something like that!