Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[TISHLOVESDISNEY]

Not sure if it's been mentioned here, the Americana, rainbow and summer collection is 30% off and you can stack any other discount on top, so 20% more for ap for example

Can APs still get their discount online, or was that just for the 30% special?

 

[yulilin3]

Yep. Flew Delta to MCO Aug 3rd, Social distancing, it was great. BTW MCO, after we went for a bathroom break after our flight, ghost town. CRAZY, almost eerie.
Flew Allegiant home. We h

Can APs still get their discount online, or was that just for the 30% special?

No clue i just bought things at ak

 

[TISHLOVESDISNEY]

No clue i just bought things at ak

Thanks.
Just saw an old message I was going to post days ago was still in there and posted with my question.

 

[rteetz]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/08/disney-could-make-a-very-merry-christmas-party-announcement-soon/

 

[MickeyWaffles]

Its not really all that dramatic or “Travel Shaming” wouldn’t be a thing. While there are obviously some that choose not to travel for their own personal reasons (Completely fine and valid), there are some that are willing to travel because they are comfortable. Being told they should think twice about traveling or told they’re irresponsible by strangers isnt exactly something thats going to go over well, for me at least. Maybe I’ve missed something, but I have yet to hear or see anyone telling someone uncomfortable with traveling that they need to help the travel industry and get out of their bubble. If I were to see that, I’d have the same reaction as I would towards someone telling me I shouldnt be traveling.

Unfortunately, due to many different approaches and opinions about dealing with the pandemic - if you travel, you’re opening yourself up to criticism. From what I’ve seen though, most people who feel comfortable traveling don’t seem to care what other people think of their decision. I don’t know if shaming is really a reason people aren’t traveling.

And, people who stay home are shamed by others too. Friendships have been ruined over it. Family relationships strained too. Some people who totally put themselves out there - going out to restaurants, bars, having big parties don’t take it well when someone declines an invitation due to not being comfortable in that kind of situation. Not everyone respects the approach of staying home, limiting contacts and taking a more careful approach. It does go both ways.

Both sides shame each other.

 

[VeronicaZS]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/08/disney-could-make-a-very-merry-christmas-party-announcement-soon/

So disappointing, I really think we are canceling our Halloween trip. Just not worth the money for such a reduced experience.

 

[skeeter31]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/08/disney-could-make-a-very-merry-christmas-party-announcement-soon/

It’s interesting. On one hand points to no party as they’re keeping the reduced hours. But on the other hand, they only extended them, officially, 1 week and purposely stopped posting hours the day the first party would be held. I still don’t think there will be a party but I think they’re just trying to buy themselves as much time as they can before having to make an announcement.

 

[rteetz]

It’s interesting. On one hand points to no party as they’re keeping the reduced hours. But on the other hand, they only extended them, officially, 1 week and purposely stopped posting hours the day the first party would be held. I still don’t think there will be a party but I think they’re just trying to buy themselves as much time as they can before having to make an announcement.

I think even just not having a party but decorating and extending hours so lights are on at night would go a long way. Sell some treats and merch and you’re good to go.

 

[AmishGuy91]

I think even just not having a party but decorating and extending hours so lights are on at night would go a long way. Sell some treats and merch and you’re good to go.

I think this is what will happen, along with holiday theme cavalcades.

 

[anthony2k7]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/08/disney-could-make-a-very-merry-christmas-party-announcement-soon/

I dont doubt Disney would love to run the parties, parade and fireworks and all.

But they need to know people will actually go.

Wouldn't be good optics to say the parties are on and open bookings then have to cancel them again for not being financially viable.

 

[skeeter31]

I think even just not having a party but decorating and extending hours so lights are on at night would go a long way. Sell some treats and merch and you’re good to go.

That’s really what I hope they do.

 

[Sarahslay]

I think even just not having a party but decorating and extending hours so lights are on at night would go a long way. Sell some treats and merch and you’re good to go.

At this point that’s all we want, and are hoping for. We will be there both Thanksgiving and Christmas weeks, and just really would like some slightly extended hours to enjoy the Christmas decorations in their lit up glory. Of course at this point I just want park hours, it’s really frustrating not having them.

 

[sullivan.kscott]

I think even just not having a party but decorating and extending hours so lights are on at night would go a long way. Sell some treats and merch and you’re good to go.

This was my thought. They might be holding out a few weeks to see if trends continue the way they have been, and hopefully add an hour or two at the end of the night.

 

[Mit88]

Unfortunately, due to many different approaches and opinions about dealing with the pandemic - if you travel, you’re opening yourself up to criticism. From what I’ve seen though, most people who feel comfortable traveling don’t seem to care what other people think of their decision. I don’t know if shaming is really a reason people aren’t traveling.

And, people who stay home are shamed by others too. Friendships have been ruined over it. Family relationships strained too. Some people who totally put themselves out there - going out to restaurants, bars, having big parties don’t take it well when someone declines an invitation due to not being comfortable in that kind of situation. Not everyone respects the approach of staying home, limiting contacts and taking a more careful approach. It does go both ways.

Both sides shame each other.

Now THATS dramatic

 

[rteetz]

That’s really what I hope they do.

I’m scheduled to be there Nov. 5-9th. I’d gladly take some decor and longer hours. The hours themselves won’t make or break it for me though.

 

[skeeter31]

I’m scheduled to be there Nov. 5-9th. I’d gladly take some decor and longer hours. The hours themselves won’t make or break it for me though.

Feel the same way. We’re going 11/2-11/5 for a little getaway and just hope to see some of the changeover from Halloween to Christmas.

 

[Mit88]

I’m scheduled to be there Nov. 5-9th. I’d gladly take some decor and longer hours. The hours themselves won’t make or break it for me though.

The hours have never been make or break to me. But I’d be lying if I said I wouldnt like to see some night hours. Like 3 nights a week have the parks open 2-3 hours after they currently do, and close 2-3 hours after they do, and the other 4 days having the hours they have (or what they change to after Labor Day).

 

[yulilin3]

Give me main street pumpkins and pumpkin spiced waffle with soft serve at sleepy hollow and I'll be happy

 

[yulilin3]

I think even just not having a party but decorating and extending hours so lights are on at night would go a long way. Sell some treats and merch and you’re good to go.

At least the decorating has already been confirmed by Disney.
Found where i read it
https://plandisney.disney.go.com/question/disneyworld-halloween-event-year-433183/

 

[MickeyWaffles]

Now THATS dramatic

Well, it happens and it’s sad. Judgment happens on both sides and it strains relationships, especially when it comes to things like grandparents seeing grandchildren, etc. There’s lots of judgment about behavior to go around, on both sides. But, obviously this is not the place to discuss.