Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[hertamaniac]

Snowcat Ridge opens this Friday "nearish" Orlando. This might be an option for folks visiting WDW over the holiday season, though I think many Northerners will likely pass.

https://snowcatridge.com/

 

[skeeter31]

Snowcat Ridge opens this Friday "nearish" Orlando. This might be an option for folks visiting WDW over the holiday season, though I think many Northerners will likely pass.

https://snowcatridge.com/

I was so excited for this at the end of last year when they announced this. It’s about 20 minutes away from me so we were planning on going. But not looking forward to the crowds that will be there and the most likely lack of masks that will accompany them. We’ll pass for this year and look to sled in 2021!

 

[hertamaniac]

Not sure if this is posted anywhere else, but our local news just said MK is testing fireworks tonight from 10PM to midnight. If you're onsite and have a view....I'm jealous.

 

[hertamaniac]

I was so excited for this at the end of last year when they announced this. It’s about 20 minutes away from me so we were planning on going. But not looking forward to the crowds that will be there and the most likely lack of masks that will accompany them. We’ll pass for this year and look to sled in 2021!

I didn't see if they are capping a capacity, but definitely will be going in the future. I'm thinking February will be a good time to see how the crowds are.

 

[skeeter31]

I didn't see if they are capping a capacity, but definitely will be going in the future. I'm thinking February will be a good time to see how the crowds are.

The website doesn’t say anything about capping capacity, just that certain areas will require masks and social distancing may not be possible everywhere. Then it also says on the tubing part of the site that multiple parties will have to share a tube down the hill. There’s a no go for us.

 

[rteetz]

Not sure if this is posted anywhere else, but our local news just said MK is testing fireworks tonight from 10PM to midnight. If you're onsite and have a view....I'm jealous.

Yep they’ve noticed those in the area as well. They are testing the launch pad upgrades they recently made.

 

[Mit88]

Yep they’ve noticed those in the area as well. They are testing the launch pad upgrades they recently made.

That’s what I figured when it was revealed the other day. Just like Epcot’s testing a few weeks ago, it’s great news, but only because they’re anticipating fireworks returning and not necessarily something that will happen....soon

Haven’t heard much about the situation of crowding success or failure wise over at Universal’s cinematic nighttime show (Though we were told they’re front and center in newscycles as much as Disney is) or if it was just a one weekend thing

 

[rteetz]

That’s what I figured when it was revealed the other day. Just like Epcot’s testing a few weeks ago, it’s great news, but only because they’re anticipating fireworks returning and not necessarily something that will happen....soon

Haven’t heard much about the situation of crowding success or failure wise over at Universal’s cinematic nighttime show (Though we were told they’re front and center in newscycles as much as Disney is) or if it was just a one weekend thing

It’s been every weekend since for the most part. They put groups on dots on the ground spread out through the viewing area.

 

[Mit88]

Should be interesting when they shoot them off. People are going to know immediately if it’s HEA or the rumored “Project Nugget”. Granted they could just shoot them off haphazardly purely just as a test rather than them being coordinated.

Not that the end of the tunnel is anywhere close, but it’s good to see some of these things returning that seemed so far off just a couple months ago get closer to being back. The closure itself seemed so long, but the parks have already been reopened as long as they were closed.

I know we mainly like to complain here about things being taken away and how Disney right now isn’t worth it, but with every passing day we keep getting more back and getting closer to the experience we remember pre-pandemic.

 

[rteetz]

Should be interesting when they shoot them off. People are going to know immediately if it’s HEA or the rumored “Project Nugget”. Granted they could just shoot them off haphazardly purely just as a test rather than them being coordinated.

Not that the end of the tunnel is anywhere close, but it’s good to see some of these things returning that seemed so far off just a couple months ago get closer to being back. The closure itself seemed so long, but the parks have already been reopened as long as they were closed.

I know we mainly like to complain here about things being taken away and how Disney right now isn’t worth it, but with every passing day we keep getting more back and getting closer to the experience we remember pre-pandemic.

I think this will be similar to the Epcot test.

 

[Tigger's ally]

Just got back from a small weekend trip. No parks, just golf. Stayed at Pop and ate at City Works (watched the Masters after golf) and the Boathouse. Got to enjoy my good old Hole in the Wall for a while too. Totally happy with all Disney is doing on the Covid front. People were great. Son and I enjoyed the great weather, green grass and wildlife on the courses. ME was good, but hope they bring the luggage delivery back someday. Feel good about bringing the wife, daughter and grandtinker in 18 days to the Riv and parks. Two minor complaints. Rode the skyliner (love it) to the boardwalk and it was totally dead. Nothing open. No bikes. And also, I still don't understand why they don't a bring back in room dining. That makes more sense in these times. But, oh well.

Also, I know I see a lot of people asking where to watch sports and NFL games. City works is a great location for that!

 

[lovethesun12]

@tink2424 - I see your anger, let's have a conversation about it. Honestly, how can Disney increase capacity? Somebody please enlighten me.

Could their stance be one of the following?

A) Come at your own risk, but we're removing masks standards and social distancing protocols OR
B) Please provide proof of your immunity to Covid OR
C) We'll maintain 30% capacity (or slightly increase) until Covid is a footnote in our history.

Option A is morbid. Option C is a revenue killer. Option B infringes on privacy and will make feel people feel uncomfortable. But ultimately, I see the immunization cert as saving tourism and especially cruising. It won't always be needed.

A lot of people thought masks would be a deal breaker and they weren't, a lot of people thought Disney would never close and they did.

I can't say I would or wouldn't go depending on a vaccination certificate, but if they didn't require it, I think it would definitely make my decision more complicated. We haven't had cases since March (other than travel related caught with isolation/testing) so there's no way I would even entertain the thought of being the person who jeopardizes that. However who knows what the situation will be in a few months regarding vaccines/border restrictions/cases here so it's possible it could happen.

The thought of having airlines and WDW potentially requiring proof of vaccination is really exciting for me though and would 100% get me on the plane and in line for an immediate injection =). That's the only situation I can say with certainty I would be out the door and on a plane for a very happy long vacation!!!

If they don't require it, I'm not saying I wouldn't go but it definitely complicates it. I'm really thankful for what we have here now so no plans to go anywhere until something changes. Maybe in that event I'll have to look up the events ticketmaster are offering, lol.

 

[rteetz]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1328488600812457985

 

[rteetz]

Just got back from a small weekend trip. No parks, just golf. Stayed at Pop and ate at City Works (watched the Masters after golf) and the Boathouse. Got to enjoy my good old Hole in the Wall for a while too. Totally happy with all Disney is doing on the Covid front. People were great. Son and I enjoyed the great weather, green grass and wildlife on the courses. ME was good, but hope they bring the luggage delivery back someday. Feel good about bringing the wife, daughter and grandtinker in 18 days to the Riv and parks. Two minor complaints. Rode the skyliner (love it) to the boardwalk and it was totally dead. Nothing open. No bikes. And also, I still don't understand why they don't a bring back in room dining. That makes more sense in these times. But, oh well.

Also, I know I see a lot of people asking where to watch sports and NFL games. City works is a great location for that!

Some resorts have brought back in room dining. I think also Disney feels “to-go” services supplement that.

 

[mattpeto]

A lot of people thought masks would be a deal breaker and they weren't, a lot of people thought Disney would never close and they did.

I can't say I would or wouldn't go depending on a vaccination certificate, but if they didn't require it, I think it would definitely make my decision more complicated. We haven't had cases since March (other than travel related caught with isolation/testing) so there's no way I would even entertain the thought of being the person who jeopardizes that. However who knows what the situation will be in a few months regarding vaccines/border restrictions/cases here so it's possible it could happen.

The thought of having airlines and WDW potentially requiring proof of vaccination is really exciting for me though and would 100% get me on the plane and in line for an immediate injection =). That's the only situation I can say with certainty I would be out the door and on a plane for a very happy long vacation!!!

If they don't require it, I'm not saying I wouldn't go but it definitely complicates it. I'm really thankful for what we have here now so no plans to go anywhere until something changes. Maybe in that event I'll have to look up the events ticketmaster are offering, lol.

Immunity certs is not a new concept for international traveling. As far as I know it would definitely be a new thing for an American theme park destination. If Disney required all guest and cast members to be vaccinated, I would absolutely feel better about traveling.

Maybe Disney just weathers the storm and maintains capacity constraints until the cases significantly lower. Herd immunity will happen eventually, but it's going to take a long time. While we talk selfishly (admittedly) about our vacation visits, it will be really interesting and controversial if Disney requires it's CM to also get vaccinated.

FWIW according to Scott Gustin, he believes that the 50th celebration will run through AT LEAST the end of 2022 so that might lead more credence that we are in for the slow burn ahead.

 

[rteetz]

FWIW according to Scott Gustin, he believes that the 50th celebration will run through AT LEAST the end of 2022 so that might lead more credence that we are in for the slow burn ahead.

This was expected even before Covid FYI

 

[Brianstl]

I am sort of shocked at the number of people that are willing to share any of their medical information with a business where HIPPA privacy protections wouldn’t apply.

 

[runjulesrun]

We ordered from Pecos last Sunday (the 8th) and it was seriously the best experience. We went early (seated with our food by 11 am) and there were a ton of tables open. It was so nice not waiting in the crowded ordering area, being able to find a table so easily, and I like how they include a small tray with toppings now (versus using the toppings bar).

We must have seriously been eating near each other. We ate there about 11am also on the 8th, lol.

 

[Tigger's ally]

Some resorts have brought back in room dining. I think also Disney feels “to-go” services supplement that.

we got back at 10:02 and there was no to-go available. I would have even taken a disney pizza delivery.

 

[SaintsManiac]

I am sort of shocked at the number of people that are willing to share any of their medical information with a business where HIPPA privacy protections wouldn’t apply.

I share my kid’s immunization chart with school and Girl Scouts and whatever organization asks for it. Why care who knows about a vaccine?