Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[SaintsManiac]

No but I asked her. I'll post if I get a reply.

No info on SOG or military tickets.

 

[NWOhiogal]

So, I have room-only reservations for October 6-10 of this year at ASMovies. I don't have tickets yet. Do I need to do anything, or just wait? I don't think I can even buy tickets for that time period...

 

[FatBambi]

The next piece of the puzzle will be resort guests, particularly Value/Mod...

That sounds ominous. Should the peasants be nervous?

THE PEASANTS ARE NERVOUS, THE PEASANTS ARE NERVOUS

 

[woody337]

Wonder if you can enter the park after your reservation time if you happen to miss it? Also. I’m staying at Movies in July, but we know they won’t be open. Wonder if I even need to worry about reservations

 

[vinotinto]

I am on the training now

Yeah! I knew someone at the DIS would be there!

Would love to know about reservations for those of us with APs and a ticket package:

• Do we get to select the AP or ticket that we want to use? Does it prioritize the AP?
• Also, know whether the reservation is tied to a specific ticket or a specific AP or just need to have a valid ticket media and what happens when you need to make changes.
• And, for the icing on the cake, if they have any info on when we'll be able to modify July reservations post-July 11th, to modify ticket types, lengths, drop to "base" package, etc.

Thank you!

 

[glocker]

With a resort reservation.

Correct.

 

[fla4fun]

That sounds ominous. Should the peasants be nervous?

We don’t know if any value or mod resorts are opening soon, so for us, it’s the uncertainty of not knowing which resort we might be staying in. I really want to stay at Pop where I am booked, and since my res is in late August, it is possible it could be open by then. Even though I might get moved to a “better” resort, I will be disappointed if I am moved.

Not disappointed enough to cancel though . . .

 

[Eeyore daily]

THE PEASANTS ARE NERVOUS, THE PEASANTS ARE NERVOUS

OT but I legitimately want a shirt that says POP Peasant now...

 

[IceSkatingPrincess]

THE PEASANTS ARE NERVOUS, THE PEASANTS ARE NERVOUS

We really need that Peasant party at Petals after all of this!

 

[koszmok]

Well, the DVC disappointment was two-fold: 1) not being given priority alongside AP holders if they don't have tickets (which some DVC members were hoping for) and 2) the lack of amenities that will be available at their home resorts. I believe there will be more info on that slowly trickling out as we approach 7/11, but I wouldn't be expecting any grand additions to what we already know.

For those wondering, the AP disappointment was mostly about the delayed booking window (and the forthcoming restrictions about how many active reservations an AP holder without a resort stay can have). That and the minimum extension. Again, I don't think any of this is devastating but it might be disappointing.

The next piece of the puzzle will be resort guests, particularly Value/Mod...

If the disappointment level is the same for Value/Mod guests ( I mean I think it`s not devastating for DVC and AP) and we won`t be cancelled just moved I`d be a happy camper

 

[Rxdr2013]

My beach club reservation for Labor Day weekend booked thru a TA was changed to Poly for no additional charge. Wasn't notified just showed up in MDE. Gives me the option to check in online now. So excited. I really wanted to do Poly but didn't want to pay the $$. We are a Boardwalk next month so I guess we will spend more time at Epcot and HS that trip.

 

[Eric Smith]

If not limited, all this does is encourage AP holders to book a bunch of dates for the heck of it. I have villas booked for July & September- so that’s fine to reserve on Monday. I usually plan a long weekend in December, but haven’t yet & don’t really want to at this time. So, I’ll just use my AP to book dates that I “might” come after September. Which clogs the system... not smart Disney.

Didn't they say AP holders could only book three days at once or was that just a rumor?

 

[Leigh L]

No info on SOG or military tickets.

Thanks for asking, we were wondering where SOG fits in all this.

I can confirm SOG is not selling tickets right now for anyone that is wondering. Got this email about 2 hours ago (I've been trying to add 2 days to my existing tickets).
"At this time Disney has temporary suspended all tickets sales at this time and we are not able to sell or make any changes to current passes."

 

[giget86]

I have asked via chat and phone if we are staying at DVC in March 2021 and have tickets (we don't yet) when can we book parks. I was told by both we can book through Sept 2021 starting June 28th. It seems others were told different. I don't want to buy tickets yet but they said if I wait we might not can get in a park. Were they both wrong?

 

[SaintsManiac]

Thanks for asking, we were wondering where SOG fits in all this.

I can confirm SOG is not selling tickets right now for anyone that is wondering. Got this email about 2 hours ago (I've been trying to add 2 days to my existing tickets).
"At this time Disney has temporary suspended all tickets sales at this time and we are not able to sell or make any changes to current passes."

Carlye is hoping for info today.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

Didn't they say AP holders could only book three days at once or was that just a rumor?

I think that was Remy info. Not positive.

 

[shoegal9]

Didn't they say AP holders could only book three days at once or was that just a rumor?

Rumor I think.

 

[IceSkatingPrincess]

We don’t know if any value or mod resorts are opening soon, so for us, it’s the uncertainty of not knowing which resort we might be staying in. I really want to stay at Pop where I am booked, and since my res is in late August, it is possible it could be open by then. Even though I might get moved to a “better” resort, I will be disappointed if I am moved.

Not disappointed enough to cancel though . . .

OT but I legitimately want a shirt that says POP Peasant now...

I would hope that Disney would at least clarify if the peasantry has somewhere to stay (& if it is going to cost us extra) before they have us make our park reservations, but who knows at this point.

 

[1GoldenSun]

I just got the following email from the Dolphin. I think it's just the same info published by Disney but just in case.

We’ve shared the information below about our new Disney Park Pass system for reserving Theme Park visits to Walt Disney World Resort, and we want to make sure you have it. We look forward to welcoming our Guests back soon!
Introducing the Disney Park Pass System for Reserving Theme Park Visits to Walt Disney World Resort
It’s almost time for magic as we prepare for the reopening of Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, starting July 11 with Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom and followed July 15 by EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We’re taking a deliberate approach that includes limits on attendance and controlled guest density to align with guidance from health and government authorities on physical distancing. We’re also using technology to power creative solutions as we develop new ways for guests to visit The Most Magical Place on Earth in this unique environment.
To manage attendance during this reopening period we are introducing the new Disney Park Pass system. During this time, all guests with a ticket or Annual Pass will be required to make a reservation in advance for each park entry, using this new online tool on DisneyWorld.com.

Here are a few important details to know about this new system:

• • You’ll need a My Disney Experience account, as this is where your Walt Disney World Resort plans are stored and managed.
• • You’ll also need a valid theme park ticket or Annual Pass that’s linked to your My Disney Experience account.
• • If you have a Disney Resort hotel reservation, be sure to link it to your My Disney Experience account beforehand, as well.

Once you’ve logged into your My Disney Experience account and linked your ticket, you’ll have access to a calendar of available reservation dates for each theme park. If you have a multi-day ticket, you will be required to make a park reservation for each date of your visit. Families and friends can link their tickets together and look to arrange theme park entries at the same time.
Please note, park reservations are limited in number and subject to availability. Availability can change until the reservation is finalized. At this time, guests will be able to select one park per day; visiting more than one park per day will be temporarily unavailable upon the reopening of the theme parks due to attendance limitations. Guests with existing tickets that include the Park Hopper Option or Park Hopper Plus Option have options available to them for ticket modifications and cancellations, and can visit DisneyWorld.com/Updates for more information. We hope to bring back the ability to visit more than one park per day soon and will continue to offer these add-ons for 2021 ticket purchases.

For Existing Ticket Holders and Annual Passholders: Beginning this week, we will reach out to existing ticket holders and Annual Passholders with more information on when they will be able to check availability to make their park reservations. We will open the Disney Park Pass system to these guests in phases, beginning with those with future Disney Resort and other select hotel stays. Later this summer, we will resume sales of 2020 tickets and Disney Resort hotel arrivals, based on availability of park reservations, while we continue to provide guests with existing tickets and Annual Passholders the opportunity to make park reservations for 2020 dates. For more information, click here or see the graphic below.

Planning a New Trip for Next Year: By June 28, all guests will be able to purchase new Disney Resort hotel packages and theme park tickets and make their park reservations for arrivals starting in 2021 as our phased reopening continues. Guests will be able to view park reservation availability on DisneyWorld.com prior to purchasing their tickets.
As you begin planning your upcoming visits, we’re also exploring engaging ways for guests to use their mobile tech to experience the magic – particularly now as the use of phones and apps continues to evolve. In 2021, we plan to unveil an innovative new offering as part of the My Disney Experience app that will bring features of a MagicBand to your smart devices, building on the app’s existing digital key feature. With this new offering on the horizon, we will be retiring our complimentary MagicBand distribution to Disney Resort hotel guests for new reservations with arrivals beginning Jan. 1, 2021. Disney Resort hotel guests will continue to have the option to purchase new MagicBands at a discount, and we'll be introducing even more colors and designs featuring favorite Disney characters in the future. Guests who prefer not to purchase a discounted MagicBand will be able to use the My Disney Experience app or a Key to the World card during their visit. We will still offer MagicBands in retail locations and on shopDisney.com, and guests will be able to continue using the wearables throughout Walt Disney World Resort.

We understand these updates may change the way you plan your visits to the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and Disney Resort hotels for the time being. We are focused on making your Walt Disney World Resort experience magical, convenient and enjoyable.

We look forward to welcoming you back to The Most Magical Place on Earth!

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[Anna_Sh]

Didn't they say AP holders could only book three days at once or was that just a rumor?

If they’re really opening reservations through 9/2021, then I hope they limit it by month and not in total...