Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[Tjddis]

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

Thanks. Going to be very interesting to monitor. Fingers crossed it all goes smoothly and leads to bigger and better

 

[AtlantaDisneyDreamer]

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.

I got this, too. Much of the survey was about how much I actually know about Covid-19- how much time I spend reading about it, the sources where I get my info, what I think are the primary symptoms. Lots and lots of questions like that. I thought that was strange.

I was given a December 1st opening date- and asked if I would pay double. Said many rides and experiences would be closed. But they said it would be a "VIP Experience" with the possibility of lunch and treats. Still a no from me.

Sounds like they are considering that at first, they could make it like specially-ticketed party or after-hours experience.

I hope Disney does not do that. It is certainly not something that would draw a lot of resort guests or longer stays. Who wants to take a week or longer trip where they have to pay $200 per person per day for admission? I plan longer stays because I get more value for my dollar per day. That strategy would not work at all with something like this.

 

[yulilin3]

well just for funsies I've been trying to get into the Shanghai DL site to buy tickets since 8pm (8am there) and it's crashing, surprise, surprise

Here's the wording from SDL

Select the Date of Your Visit
Please note: To ensure each guest’s health and safety and to comply with the law and requests from the government authorities, all guests (including children) are required to register their information (Click to register: https://shdr.cn/df) before visiting Shanghai Disneyland. The information collected will only be used for epidemic prevention. For more information, please see the Terms and Conditions and Park Rules and Regulations.

Before your entry, our Cast Member will measure your body temperature and please show your Health QR Code. Please bring the original copy of your ID document (for Mainland China guests, please bring your PRC Resident ID Card. For Hong Kong and Macao guests, please bring a Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents or PRC Travel Document. For Taiwan Guests, please bring a Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents or PRC Travel Document. For other guests, please bring a valid foreign passport), the ID number of which will be collected by Shanghai Disney Resort at the time of entry. If you refuse to provide your identity and contact information as provided in this form before your visit or if you are in such a situation under which you are not allowed to enter Shanghai Disneyland according to the law or the requirements of the government authorities or the Park Rules and Regulations, you may be refused entry into the park during this epidemic period.

On May 11, the majority of Shanghai Disneyland’s attractions, rides, some shows and shopping and dining locations will resume operations, with controlled attendance. Some interactive attractions and experiences, such as children play areas, and theater shows will remain closed. To accommodate social distancing, parades and nighttime spectaculars will also return at a later date; Close interaction and close-up photos with characters will be suspended during the initial phase of reopening. Please check the resort’s official website and app for the availability of attractions and entertainment.

Please note that ticket prices vary by date. Select a date below to see applicable prices in the next step.

 

[EveDallas]

Yep. In winter of 2004 and during the 2008-09 financial crisis. Super empty, no waits for rides. It was awesome. But there are still multiple bottlenecks that make social distancing impossible. For instance, all of the walkways around the castle at MK, and the trails at AK. But perhaps Disney just closes those, or makes them one way?

September 20, 2001. Every single ride was a walk on.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

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

Costs nothing, can avoid crowds and bottlenecks somewhat easily if they exist, and is part of the beginnings of openings in Florida. I think so too! Easy outing for locals and they're not out anything if it turns out they really despise walking around there with a mask on, they can just go home.

 

[yulilin3]

Got through the first page at SDL and 11 and 12 are sold out on the regular tickets, half day tickets are still available

 

[Mit88]

AP holders had first dibs to reserve their spot and then the remaining tickets to fill their “capacity” were released?

 

[mshanson3121]

I’m all set...

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Add a few disney touches.. done!

Call me crazy, I'd prefer this to a mask!

 

[Elephantay]

Theres no way people will keep their masks on. Especially kids. who's going to enforce that? Are the cast members going to be expected to walk up and try to reason- face to face- with unmasked, rebel guests?

 

[vinotinto]

Don’t even make me say it you guys, Sven and his June 15th date...

#teamsvenflynnfinn

It’s encouraging that they’re even mentioning the parks and resorts at least!

Seeing the word “reopening” in the same sentence as “parks,” “resort hotels,” and “attractions” made me tingle. Even if it’s a phased reopening.

 

[princesscinderella]

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.

I got the same email the scenarios were confusing I’m not sure what answers they are going to get from them. I always picked the scenario where whatever else was said as long as there was plenty of space in the hospitals I would go. As that was the whole point off flattening the curve, at some point most of us will be exposed. I had the same scenario too and it said AP would not be allowed in so I said I wouldn’t go because I have a pass so why would I pay double to go in. They also asked me all the possible Covid screening options and how invasive you feel they are from temps, to rapid tests, immunity passport, health declarations and thermal scans. It took me 10 minutes to do the survey.

 

[cakebaker]

#teamsvenflynnfinn

Seeing the word “reopening” in the same sentence as “parks,” “resort hotels,” and “attractions” made me tingle. Even if it’s a phased reopening.

I’m just thrilled to hear anything, especially when while it isn’t yes, it’s most definitely not no! #svenwho?

 

[GeorgiaHoo]

Theres no way people will keep their masks on. Especially kids. who's going to enforce that? Are the cast members going to be expected to walk up and try to reason- face to face- with unmasked, rebel guests?

Sure. And it isn't reasoning with guests, it's more "put your mask on or you will be escorted from the park." And again, this is assuming they require guests to wear masks.

 

[Mit88]

Sure. And it isn't reasoning with guests, it's more "put your mask on or you will be escorted from the park." And again, this is assuming they require guests to wear masks.

This isn’t a “We don’t allow smoking in the park anymore, we ask that you please put it out”. This is a health and safety issue that’s mandated by the state, not just Disney. I’m sure they won’t hesitate to kick people out.

 

[cm8]

This perhaps lends itself to the other thread about price hikes or discounts... But if this is what Universal is considering, then we know with near certainty, Disney is, too.

So... How do you all feel now about what Disney will do price wise? Do you foresee a large price increase in an effort to recoup some of the losses due to capped attendance?

I know many of us were expecting steep discounts based on the last recession, 9/11 etc... but I think a key factor that many of us overlooked was there was no attendance cap then. Disney could still cram them in as tight as they wanted, so they could afford to offer discounts. In fact that's what they wanted, why they offered the discounts - to get more people. Now they can't do that. So can they now even afford to offer discounts?

Disney better have a seat. If they intend on raising the prices to get compensated for lost revenue, then I’m going to need to see some compensation for all those cuts they have made! I will absolutely not pay anymore to visit a place I call home. It’s supposed to be a theme park, not a second car note!

 

[jlwhitney]

This isn’t a “We don’t allow smoking in the park anymore, we ask that you please put it out”. This is a health and safety issue that’s mandated by the state, not just Disney. I’m sure they won’t hesitate to kick people out.

But it isn't mandated by the state, some counties do but we are also only in phase 1, by phase 3 there more than likely won't be required, just recommended if that across the state.

Each phase/month goes by things will change.

 

[juice0358]

Theres no way people will keep their masks on. Especially kids. who's going to enforce that? Are the cast members going to be expected to walk up and try to reason- face to face- with unmasked, rebel guests?

They do a pretty good job of making sure you wear your pants everywhere, will probably use the same principles . JK but I don't envy the poor CMs, considering some of the ridiculousness I have seen on property over the years.

 

[Krandor]

I expect for ds on opening you’ll see limited entrance/exit points and even possibly entrance only and exit only points. They will all have somebody stationed there tracking numbers and for entrance enforcing masks before you can enter. Individual locations likely also enforcing masks (no shirt no shoes no service type thing).

 

[BryGuy415]

But it isn't mandated by the state, some counties do but we are also only in phase 1, by phase 3 there more than likely won't be required, just recommended if that across the state.

Each phase/month goes by things will change.

It's private property - they could make you wear a hazmat suit if they want to. I'm sure there will be plenty of police present the first few weeks they are open to ensure what's happening around the country to people resisting policies doesn't happen at WDW

 

[Minnie368]

I'm wondering if maybe they used the word appropriate for face covering because what is appropriate may vary by setting (restaurant vs. retail store), may vary by some places requiring guests and staff while some places only require staff, and also to change as time progresses and guidelines change. Basically appropriate meaning whatever is appropriate at that place and time.