Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[Mit88]

Halloween Horror Nights 2020 Beetlejuice face mask found at Universal. Ugh. What could have been

 

[rteetz]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/08/disney-extends-flexible-cancelation-policy-through-the-end-of-2020/

 

[MrsBooch]

We will end up buying the magic bands because frankly it's more fun to use those than our phones.

This is it exactly for us - we use our phones all the time every day in the mundane world - when I'm in Disney, I like to take my phone out as little as possible. Plus my son gets the BIGGEST kick out of being able to open the doors and pay for snacks and our meals.

 

[jpeterson]

This is it exactly for us - we use our phones all the time every day in the mundane world - when I'm in Disney, I like to take my phone out as little as possible. Plus my son gets the BIGGEST kick out of being able to open the doors and pay for snacks and our meals.

We have so many it's really not something we need to get for free anymore. I hope they continue to have discounts on the themed ones though. I do think that is fun for the kids to get a new one that they look forward to. I think MagicBands are a fun part of the experience and will be sad when they go away for good. I know they will eventually, but I'm not ready!

 

[TheMaxRebo]

We have so many it's really not something we need to get for free anymore. I hope they continue to have discounts on the themed ones though. I do think that is fun for the kids to get a new one that they look forward to. I think MagicBands are a fun part of the experience and will be sad when they go away for good. I know they will eventually, but I'm not ready!

We collect them a bit and especially like having the limited edition ones that make fun noises and light up.differnt colors when they are scanned

So I really hope MBs in general are around for a long time BUT I really don't need any more free ones so this specific change doesn't really impact me

I could also see them starting to include them as part of packages. Like they put together a "first trip package" that includes memory maker and some room decorations and special "first trip" magic bands

 

[jpeterson]

We collect them a bit and especially like having the limited edition ones that make fun noises and light up.differnt colors when they are scanned

So I really hope MBs in general are around for a long time BUT I really don't need any more free ones so this specific change doesn't really impact me

I could also see them starting to include them as part of packages. Like they put together a "first trip package" that includes memory maker and some room decorations and special "first trip" magic bands

That's actually a great idea. Kind of like the "kindermoon" packages and the like they had a while back. Cost them very little and could be seen as a "deal"

 

[mattpeto]

They aren’t going to stop selling them yet. They are getting rid of the free ones.

Ok but hold up. The wording on Disney's message says "Starting in 2021...an innovative new offering...will provide features of a MagicBand to your smart devices"

This wording actually implies that smart devices *are* replacing MBs in 2021, does it not?

Yep, that what I was getting to. They are getting phased out gang.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

FYI - Fantasmic! has been drained

https://twitter.com/x/status/1295353257368391680

 

[only hope]

I read that there would be pin trading boards in various places. Has anyone seen any and if so, how was the selection and how was trading handled?

I was there last week and this was my experience:

MK- Space Mountain gift store had a board out

HS- board at main store on the right, in the middle, but only comes out at unannounced times throughout the day.

AK:
Discover Trading Co store outside as turn towards Dino

Africa across from Tamu

There could be others. I’ve read that the following also have boards:

Primeval Whirl
Near bridge on way to Africa
Fantasy Faire (Philhar Magic store)
Frontierland pin store
Pin Trading at Epcot

I found the selection to be better than pre-covid.

 

[rteetz]

Yep, that what I was getting to. They are getting phased out gang.

I’ve said this before but I believe had MyMagic+ come a year or two later we would have never had magicbands. Things would have been more on your phone than they have been.

 

[anthony2k7]

The place that shall not be mentioned says DLP is considering closing the WDS park due to lack of guests and shortage of CMs

 

[cristen72]

I was there last week and this was my experience:

MK- Space Mountain gift store had a board out

HS- board at main store on the right, in the middle, but only comes out at unannounced times throughout the day.

AK:
Discover Trading Co store outside as turn towards Dino

Africa across from Tamu

There could be others. I’ve read that the following also have boards:

Primeval Whirl
Near bridge on way to Africa
Fantasy Faire (Philhar Magic store)
Frontierland pin store
Pin Trading at Epcot

I found the selection to be better than pre-covid.

Thank you for this info!!

 

[jpeterson]

Yep, that what I was getting to. They are getting phased out gang.

I don't disagree. They will eventually be eliminated in favor of mostly smart phones and this is a step in that direction. I don't think they are ready to do it 100% yet and I'm not ready to give them up yet!

 

[Farro]

Yep, that what I was getting to. They are getting phased out gang.

I’ve said this before but I believe had MyMagic+ come a year or two later we would have never had magicbands. Things would have been more on your phone than they have been.

I don't disagree. They will eventually be eliminated in favor of mostly smart phones and this is a step in that direction. I don't think they are ready to do it 100% yet and I'm not ready to give them up yet!

I was always under impression that they would still be available for purchase to use instead of phone? It's just you won't get free ones automatically anymore.

How would the photo-pass work on the rides? Would we have to keep our phones outs, app open?
I know no one knows yet, just thinking aloud.

 

[jpeterson]

I was always under impression that they would still be available for purchase to use instead of phone? It's just you won't get free ones automatically anymore.

How would the photo-pass work on the rides? Would we have to keep our phones outs, app open?
I know no one knows yet, just thinking out loud.

Technology still has to catch up for some of that stuff. But eventually (next 2-5 years) MagicBands will be eliminated. Don't know exactly how or when but I'm certain it will.

 

[hereforthechurros]

Park opens have been more crowded than park closes lately actually. Without fireworks and longer hours, Guests have been leaving the Park earlier since there’s no incentive to stay. The money dinner seatings are bringing in (which is limited, given that they have to leave many tables vacant) are not making up for the costs of the last two to three hours of park operation.

Earnings call revealed 50% of current guests are local APs but after being there I think it’s a lot higher. And those people don’t stick around all day. Parks were pretty empty 1-2 hours before close in our experience. Great for touring, not for making money though!

EDIT: on the flip side, they aren't going to win anymore out-of-state travelers by continuing to cut hours and dining so not sure what the plan is here.

 

[Farro]

Sorry if already posted, but Tambu Lounge has re-opened at Poly with a new menu!
Has some flatbreads that sound delicious.

All bar seating is gone, tables are very far apart near bar and the seating around the top floor near 'Ohana has been repurposed and they will serve you food and drinks there.

https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020...d-at-disney-worlds-polynesian-village-resort/

 

[JoeA]

I hope the MBs don't go away. I love to use them at the pool bar where I wouldn't necessarily be carrying my phone.

 

[MrsBooch]

Sorry if already posted, but Tambu Lounge has re-opened at Poly with a new menu!
Has some flatbreads that sound delicious.

All bar seating is gone, tables are very far apart near bar and the seating around the top floor near 'Ohana has been repurposed and they will serve you food and drinks there.

https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020...d-at-disney-worlds-polynesian-village-resort/

I'm REALLY loving the look of those flat breads. But really, long as I can drink out of a pineapple i'm fine.

 

[Moliphino]

The place that shall not be mentioned says DLP is considering closing the WDS park due to lack of guests and shortage of CMs

Sad, but there's not too much to do in that park right now except Crush's Coaster and Ratatouille.