Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[andyman8]

I will be staying dvc for the July 4th weekend and I agree that I think it will definitely be different. We will be planning to eat in our one bedroom for two meals a day most likely. I did get reservations for Ragland road for the 4th, it’s our favorite because we eat gluten free and their fish and chips batter is incredible. We will miss our stop for gluten free beignets at FQ. We may visit UO. I’m looking forward to just being on property and relaxing in the jacuzzi tub in our one bedroom.

That sounds lovely! Here’s hoping they do something a little special for the 4th (people forget the resorts all usually do something small but fun!). And hey, you may get lucky and catch a park preview on Sunday or Monday if you’re sticking around!

 

[cakebaker]

It is part of what’s included in DVC.

Right, I knew pool maintenance was a part of fees, I just didn’t know if owners contributed to SAB or just responsible for the quiet pool. Thanks! I can see why owners wouldn’t want it open until both resorts were open!

 

[Llama mama]

Do you think they will continue the room service menu ?

 

[andyman8]

Do you think they will continue the room service menu ?

Correct me if I’m wrong but most of the DVC resorts don’t actually offer room service?

 

[Llama mama]

Correct me if I’m wrong but most of the DVC resorts don’t actually offer room service?

Sorry I saw Yacht and Beach on the recalled Housekeeping list. Those do have room service.

 

[chicagoshannon]

Correct me if I’m wrong but most of the DVC resorts don’t actually offer room service?

I've gotten room service at both Poly and Boardwalk vacation club sides. I don't know about the DVC that aren't attached to the hotel rooms though.

 

[disneyfan150]

Pineapple Lanai for a dole whip fix lol.

Thank Goodness! We need to keep our priorities straight.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

Thank Goodness! We need to keep our priorities straight.

Being at the Poly with half (less than half?) as many people as normal, with easy access to Tonga Toast, dole whip, and the pool sounds pretty good to me right now!

 

[indylaw99]

And yay, Boardwalk is on Housekeeping list now

Thanks for this update! I was worrying a bit because we have a July BWV reservation! I couldn't figure out why in the world it wouldn't be included. Must have just been a typo.

 

[andyman8]

I've gotten room service at both Poly and Boardwalk vacation club sides. I don't know about the DVC that aren't attached to the hotel rooms though.

I’ve looked it up and it appears BLT, VGF, PV, BCV, AKV, CCV, and BRV offer it, while SSR, OKW, and RR don’t.

 

[WonderlandisReality]

Yes, I think you may be right. If the rumor is true that we will now have to retrieve our own luggage prior to boarding DME, I would think they would also make us transfer our own luggage for a split stay.

I posted earlier today that I had to update our DME reservation for 8/15 arrival and the email said that they would not be sending luggage tags. I thought it was odd.

 

[kelly7adria]

I posted earlier today that I had to update our DME reservation for 8/15 arrival and the email said that they would not be sending luggage tags. I thought it was odd.

Being at the Poly with half (less than half?) as many people as normal, with easy access to Tonga Toast, dole whip, and the pool sounds pretty good to me right now!

But what about Trader Sam’s??

 

[andyman8]

But what about Trader Sam’s??

My *guess* is that it wasn’t included in this round of callbacks, because it is a bar and until today, we didn’t know when those would be allowed to reopen.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

My 100% no inside info guess is we see buffet locations open eventually without the buffet service (or characters) at a “discounted” price. I think they either go limited options a la carte ordering, or family style, with the lower range AYCTE meal pricing. So not a discount in everybody’s opinion, but something like Chef Mickeys getting a price drop to put it more in the $35-40 a person range.

Makes sens - so like a different/new experience at that location at a lower price, not a discount on the regular experience

 

[Spaceguy55]

Maybe with the DDP gone for awhile we can hope the overall food will be a better value since everybody will be paying out of pocket..

 

[A2DisneyMom]

But what about Trader Sam’s??

Excellent point. What bars are on that list? This is essential information for a COVID Disney trip. If I’m going to enforce my kids’ wearing their masks in the parks, mama is going to need a drink in the evening!

 

[planecrazy63]

Excellent point. What bars are on that list? This is essential information for a COVID Disney trip. If I’m going to enforce my kids’ wearing their masks in the parks, mama is going to need a drink in the evening!

Since they weren’t allowed until phase 2 I’m sure Disney didn’t want to “assume”. Hoping they get added before 7/15

 

[hereforthechurros]

Excellent point. What bars are on that list? This is essential information for a COVID Disney trip. If I’m going to enforce my kids’ wearing their masks in the parks, mama is going to need a drink in the evening!

With parks closing early we’re going to see many more people heading back to the resorts to hang out. Wonder how they’ll handle that as far as resort resources.

 

[Jroceagles]

Do DVC owners contribute to maintenance on SAB? I thought I had read they don’t, but I know very little about the intricacies of DVC. I just stay at them as a cash guest.

Yes we do

 

[Jroceagles]

I personally only saw your post as harping...
It isn't against the rules to verify if something is rumor or fact.

Was trying to confirm it was rumor. I am not privy to who has inside info. Sorry I started a rant.