Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[SaintsManiac]

But too many locals would still drive to the parks and there would be congestion and people getting turned away at the turnstiles. If they’re thinking of opening anytime around the beginning of July, there’s just too much risk opening prior to the fourth.

Disaster in the making.

 

[RamblingMad]

Yes the fireworks/holiday crowd is why I say that. I experienced MK on that night last year and it was the most crowded Hub I have ever been in. I can't see how the fireworks would happen.

I’ve driven to DLR for fireworks in the past. It brings in a lot of local AP holders that come only for the fireworks. It gets really crowded. Even if you limit park attendance, you would still have huge crowds on Main St with little social distancing.

 

[AmishGuy91]

The only way I can that happening is they don't think they can make enough money from opening a few resorts and at limited capacity. If the NBA season can finish by the end of July then by August Disney sees they can open up to more people it would work better for them.

IMO they sort of announced a possible opening date of July 1st.

NBA won't be done in July. Once the actual NBA playoff games start, it will take at least 2 months. Playoffs won't really start til July at the earliest as they will have to go through training camp/exhibition games and there's not even a formalized plan for that yet.

 

[CastAStone]

which they are required to deliver today (but only UOR is presenting).

Today was the first day they could present. But I haven't seen anything indicating that they are required to hit any timing at all. There's already another date on the calendar for next week for the task force so presumably that's their next chance.

 

[cakebaker]

But too many locals would still drive to the parks and there would be congestion and people getting turned away at the turnstiles. If they’re thinking of opening anytime around the beginning of July, there’s just too much risk opening prior to the fourth.

There are several ways to stop that from happening. You can't get to the turnstiles if you can't get to the parking lot. They can make it reservations only or resort guests only as well. It wouldn't be hard. Why anyone would drive to WDW knowing they can't get in is beyond me, but if that's a thing, they'll do it holiday or no holiday. I just don't think we can rule out being open well before the 4th of July just yet. If Universal opens mid June- no way Disney stays open for weeks.

 

[Jrb1979]

I’ve driven to DLR for fireworks in the past. It brings in a lot of local AL holders that come only for the fireworks. It gets really crowded. Even if you limit park attendance, you would still have huge crowds on Main St with little social distancing.

Its why I think they will follow what all other parks are doing and making people reserve their day at the park.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

There’s no guarantee they’d even have fireworks if they opened on 4th of July.

 

[RamblingMad]

There are several ways to stop that from happening. You can't get to the turnstiles if you can't get to the parking lot. They can make it reservations only or resort guests only as well. It wouldn't be hard. Why anyone would drive to WDW knowing they can't get in is beyond me, but if that's a thing, they'll do it holiday or no holiday. I just don't think we can rule out being open well before the 4th of July just yet. If Universal opens mid June- no way Disney stays open for weeks.

All of your local AP holders would show up for fireworks. Now, that’s probably way less than DLR, but it does create a scenario, where people arrive at the gates and can’t get in, which will create more social distancing problems. And Twitter will explode.

 

[SaintsManiac]

There’s no guarantee they’d even have fireworks if they opened on 4th of July.

That's why I think it just makes the most logical sense to wait until after. Crowds really dropped off immediately after the 4th last year. Also I highly doubt the BTGs will be coming. That will make a big difference.

 

[e_yerger]

you should watch the mayors press briefing from yesterday at 4pm.

This right here for anyone is saying that Disney and Seaworld don't need to bring opening procedures to the table today.

I think OC Mayor is expecting to hear dates behind closed doors.

 

[Jrb1979]

All of your local AP holders would show up for fireworks. Now, that’s probably way less than DLR, but it does create a scenario, where people arrive at the gates and can’t get in, which will create more social distancing problems. And Twitter will explode.

They will probably make anyone with APs have to reserve their day for the park. No one is going to be allowed to just show up.

 

[mouserrificmom]

Lots of pages to sift through - any news between yesterday and this morning about a new wave of room cancellations?

 

[RamblingMad]

They will probably make anyone with APs have to reserve their day for the park. No one is going to be allowed to just show up.

Any word on a reservation system yet?

 

[e_yerger]

They will probably make anyone with APs have to reserve their day for the park. No one is going to be allowed to just show up.

But I would assume unless they have a room reservation. If they have a room reservation, they would be allowed entry into at least one park. (my guess, totally my opinion, no link available to provide except neurons from my brain).

 

[cakebaker]

There’s no guarantee they’d even have fireworks if they opened on 4th of July.

I don't think they will which greatly reduces the desire to be there for local guests especially. No fireworks is one of the things that won't cause us to cancel, but we would cut back on the length of our trip. I'm expecting to have to do that if they're open for our stay.

 

[e_yerger]

Lots of pages to sift through - any news between yesterday and this morning about a new wave of room cancellations?

Resort stays cancelled through June 13th

 

[VeroGuy]

I was told that a voucher would be issued two weeks before the scheduled “check in” date with David’s. I emailed them today because my check in date was the 13th and if they don’t reply, then I will just call them. I’m the most annoying customer, I don’t give up or stop.

I can confirm this. I got my voucher offer Tuesday which is two weeks out from my check-in date

 

[merry_nbright]

Update on my David’s reservation. It’s been affected, got an email from my specific team member working with me and will have a phone call this afternoon to go over voucher and changing to November! So far, it’s went pretty smooth for me. Hopefully it stays that way.

 

[Krandor]

Lots of pages to sift through - any news between yesterday and this morning about a new wave of room cancellations?

Yes. Through June 13th cancdlled

 

[TexasChick123]

For those concerned about the crowds over the 4th, they can and will limit attendance. Problem solved. You can’t drive in to the parking lots without going past the booths staffed with CMs. It’s pretty simple really. If you’re an AP holder but not allowed in that particular day, then you can’t drive any further. If WDW says no fireworks for the 4th, and you can’t get into the parks, then why in the world would you drive over there?!?