Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[hertamaniac]

Although not Disney specific, at least one miniature golf company (all eight locations) is now open in Orlando on I-Drive according to our local news.

I didn't really think about it previously, but does this lead to Disney opening theirs before the parks?

 

[epcotobsessed]

Lin-Manuel Miranda just Tweeted that "Hamilton" is coming to Disney+ on July 3. I am planning a late July trip and really want the World to reopen, but this makes me think that Disney is trying every possible other revenue stream because a reopening date for the World is still not something they can set. Just a guess! They may be releasing "Hamilton," knowing full well that the World is reopening in June, because of the millions they are currently losing every day.

 

[yulilin3]

Although not Disney specific, at least one miniature golf company (all eight locations) is now open in Orlando on I-Drive according to our local news.

I didn't really think about it previously, but does this lead to Disney opening theirs before the parks?

mini golf imo would be the perfect thing to open. You social distance anyways between holes, and it's outside

 

[Ariel 1715]

Lin-Manuel Miranda just Tweeted that "Hamilton" is coming to Disney+ on July 3. I am planning a late July trip and really want the World to reopen, but this makes me think that Disney is trying every possible other revenue stream because a reopening date for the World is still not something they can set. Just a guess! They may be releasing "Hamilton," knowing full well that the World is reopening in June, because of the millions they are currently losing every day.

It could also be that Hamilton is doing that because Broadway will not be open and that is a way for them to make money since the Broadway show and tours will not be opening anytime soon. Keeping my fingers crossed for your July trip

 

[MusicalAstronaut]

Two things, one more known than the other.

1. You can't get Covid just by touching something contaminated. It has to enter your body through an opening. So, if you have a bag and need to get something out of it, keep sanitizer handy, and sanitize your hands after going into the bag and befure using what you grabbed.

2. Less unknown is how much the virus can be transferred through physical contact. First, you would have needed someone to cough/sneeze directly onto their belongings. If security were to touch this, say even 30 minutes later, how much of that viral load is being transferred? It is not going to be 100%. Then if they touch something else, it would be less 100% of that last amount that transferred. How much of that is required to actually get you sick?

Think of the same concept as going grocery shopping, and touching stuff that others have touched. If it were such a big issue, there would be large outbreaks with grocery stores being the epicenter. We aren't seeing that. I'd be more concerned with needing to be face to face with security while they check.

Agree with this. This isn’t a sterile environment. You’re also putting your bag on a table with everyone else’s bags. If people want them to change gloves between bags, they should also change gloves after opening the bag but before putting their hands in. They should also be wearing longer gloves unless they’re checking only fanny packs. Unless these checks are happening in a clean room, they’re just wearing gloves for their own protection, as always.

 

[MusicalAstronaut]

Lin-Manuel Miranda just Tweeted that "Hamilton" is coming to Disney+ on July 3. I am planning a late July trip and really want the World to reopen, but this makes me think that Disney is trying every possible other revenue stream because a reopening date for the World is still not something they can set. Just a guess! They may be releasing "Hamilton," knowing full well that the World is reopening in June, because of the millions they are currently losing every day.

I am soooooo excited for this! I don’t care why they’re releasing it now, I’m just thrilled that it’s actually happening.

 

[gottalovepluto]

Lin-Manuel Miranda just Tweeted that "Hamilton" is coming to Disney+ on July 3. I am planning a late July trip and really want the World to reopen, but this makes me think that Disney is trying every possible other revenue stream because a reopening date for the World is still not something they can set. Just a guess! They may be releasing "Hamilton," knowing full well that the World is reopening in June, because of the millions they are currently losing every day.

I don’t think so. Sounds like a way to keep the streaming buzz going. They’ve already got the relationship with him for Hamilton going direct to Disney Plus. July 3, holiday weekend, everyone will be talking about it... and they won’t be talking about Peacock, NBC’s streaming platform debuting 7/15 for all... #genius

 

[jlwhitney]

Two things, one more known than the other.

1. You can't get Covid just by touching something contaminated. It has to enter your body through an opening. So, if you have a bag and need to get something out of it, keep sanitizer handy, and sanitize your hands after going into the bag and befure using what you grabbed.

2. Less unknown is how much the virus can be transferred through physical contact. First, you would have needed someone to cough/sneeze directly onto their belongings. If security were to touch this, say even 30 minutes later, how much of that viral load is being transferred? It is not going to be 100%. Then if they touch something else, it would be less 100% of that last amount that transferred. How much of that is required to actually get you sick?

Think of the same concept as going grocery shopping, and touching stuff that others have touched. If it were such a big issue, there would be large outbreaks with grocery stores being the epicenter. We aren't seeing that. I'd be more concerned with needing to be face to face with security while they check.

Many seem to not fully grasp this concept.

 

[MrsSmith07]

Same here. That also happened to me on Sunday but then yesterday it said "check in complete" again. . .I keep looking to see if June 6 - 12 GF reservations cancelled and completed online check a while back...

I have a June 6 check in @ Riviera, and I was able to complete my online check in last night. I’m still nervous every time I hear the new email chime that it’s going to be my cancellation.

 

[gottalovepluto]

I have a June 6 check in @ Riviera, and I was able to complete my online check in last night. I’m still nervous every time I hear the new email chime that it’s going to be my cancellation.

I take it you’re on cash not points?

 

[roth697]

My May ressie is still not canceled yet. Someone said this may happen Wed or Thur? I really want Disney to reach out before I do. Still not a single e-mail.

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Resort Area
Fri, May 22, 2020 – Mon, May 25, 2020

This June ressie still has FP+ on it

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Resort Area
Fri, Jun 5, 2020 – Sun, Jun 7, 2020

 

[rteetz]

Lin-Manuel Miranda just Tweeted that "Hamilton" is coming to Disney+ on July 3. I am planning a late July trip and really want the World to reopen, but this makes me think that Disney is trying every possible other revenue stream because a reopening date for the World is still not something they can set. Just a guess! They may be releasing "Hamilton," knowing full well that the World is reopening in June, because of the millions they are currently losing every day.

Disney bought the film rights to Hamilton before the closures. They always had an intention of releasing it. I think that release may have sped up though due to the closure.

 

[Jacq7414]

My May ressie is still not canceled yet. Someone said this may happen Wed or Thur? I really want Disney to reach out before I do. Still not a single e-mail.

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Resort Area
Fri, May 22, 2020 – Mon, May 25, 2020

This June ressie still has FP+ on it

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Resort Area
Fri, Jun 5, 2020 – Sun, Jun 7, 2020

I thought Disney officially is closed until May 31?

 

[epcotobsessed]

Disney bought the film rights to Hamilton before the closures. They always had an intention of releasing it. I think that release may have sped up though due to the closure.

Yup, was supposed to be released October 2021. This is a big move up, and I sure am happy about it!

 

[dina444444]

Disney bought the film rights to Hamilton before the closures. They always had an intention of releasing it. I think that release may have sped up though due to the closure.

Well they definitely sped this up. The theatrical release wasn’t planned until October 2021. I am hoping it still sees a theatrical release at some point if only to hear the audio in a theatre setting.

 

[marinejjh]

My May ressie is still not canceled yet. Someone said this may happen Wed or Thur? I really want Disney to reach out before I do. Still not a single e-mail.

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Resort Area
Fri, May 22, 2020 – Mon, May 25, 2020

This June ressie still has FP+ on it

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Resort Area
Fri, Jun 5, 2020 – Sun, Jun 7, 2020

Gotta love this. Disney prides themselves as a company on customer service. During all of this I have really started questioning the customer service and quality of the Disney brand and where the priority is.

 

[MrsSmith07]

I take it you’re on cash not points?

This trip yes, cash, room only, FL resident discount, booked direct.

 

[Moliphino]

I thought Disney officially is closed until May 31?

Park hours have been removed through 5/30. I think they aren't canceling rooms until like a week out or so. FP and ADRs are all gone through 5/30 (aside from ADRs for DS restaurants opening on 5/20).

 

[Lewisc]

Disney bought the film rights to Hamilton before the closures. They always had an intention of releasing it. I think that release may have sped up though due to the closure.

We may be talking about 2 different things. They will shoot a regular Hollywood movie for Hamilton. They filmed the stage production of Hamilton the last few days of the original cast. I'm sure that's what will be streamed in July. I agree with PP. This is indicative how much longer Broadway will be closed. Probably one of the last things to open.

 

[MickeyWaffles]

Since I’ve always been somewhat of a germaphobe, contents of my bag are separated into big ziplocks. It’s very efficient for security to grab the 2 or 3 ziplock bags and they can see all the contents without digging around in the dark bag. I started this on my daughter’s first visit so they weren’t digging around and touching things like burp cloths, bottles/cups, pacifiers, sunglasses, etc. I still do this even though my kids aren’t babies anymore.

This is a good option if you’re concerned about germs at security, especially since you can always wipe down the outside of the ziploc bags after security if you want.