Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[rteetz]

Does anyone know how this works? Can you have them just place these in your room?

That is how it worked in the past yes.

 

[sullivan.kscott]

Does anyone know how this works? Can you have them just place these in your room?

According to the article they won’t be doing in room delivery if you aren’t present. Either set up a time you’ll be “home,” or have them leave it at the resort desk.

 

[Mit88]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1329140047954796544

Why does this look so silly? I feel like this is picture is straight out of a Bass Pro Shop One Sheet

 

[sullivan.kscott]

Why does this look so silly? I feel like this is picture is straight out of a Bass Pro Shop One Sheet

Glad I’m not the only one. The only way to make that image be more “Florida” would be a water skiing alligator with a Rudolph nose.

 

[J-Dog]

It would likely be easy to lie about either taking the vaccine or previously having covid.

Also, just a reminder that wearing a mask at the parks is NOT a punishment.

Try explaining that reasoning to a one-year-old. You will have to visit DLP now, apparently.

 

[Tiki Birdland]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/11/mick...crijfgg8FzSq9Zn7QZqdHR4kDsy8sDvmzSpEBBYffYOO0

Saw a video on youtube (I don't think I'm allowed to link him here). Looking through the plexiglass was WORSE than watching a good youtube video without it. IMO, they ruined what redeeming value the ride had by doing this!

 

[MrsBooch]

Just a quick FYI to anyone considering getting something delivered via Disney Floral and Gifts -

There are a lot of furloughed cast members out there who worked within the bakeries and restaurants of some of your fave places - I joined a FB group which I'm happy to plug via private message - and connected with the furloughed cm from one of the park's production bakeries - she has a side hustle where she creates baked goods/cakes - and she's making a cake for our celebrations (combined bday and anniversary). She is driving to the resort and dropping it off with Bell Services.
There are other furloughed CM's on there who have done amazing things and continue to do them in that capacity - also doing resort deliveries.

So i guess what I'm trying to say is - if you're going to spend the money - give it to a furloughed CM.

For more info - please PM me bc I don't know what groups and names etc I can give here.

 

[hertamaniac]

Carnival Cruise Line Suspends All U.S. Cruises through January. Carnival and Norwegian are floating more stock to maintain operations.

https://www.barrons.com/articles/ca...ruise-line-are-selling-more-stock-51605713303
https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/carnival-cruise-line-suspend-us-sailings

 

[hertamaniac]

Saw a video on youtube (I don't think I'm allowed to link him here). Looking through the plexiglass was WORSE than watching a good youtube video without it. IMO, they ruined what redeeming value the ride had by doing this!

I watched a video and the reflections appeared as a massive distraction, but I think that's because of the way the scenes are set (very vivid) and the movement of the ride vehicles.

 

[Tigger's ally]

Just a quick FYI to anyone considering getting something delivered via Disney Floral and Gifts -

So i guess what I'm trying to say is - if you're going to spend the money - give it to a furloughed CM.

Question- I was assuming that because it wasn't available for the last 7 months that the people at Disney Floral and Gifts had been furloughed as well? Have they not?

 

[MrsBooch]

Question- I was assuming that because it wasn't available for the last 7 months that the people at Disney Floral and Gifts had been furloughed as well? Have they not?

I have no idea - but they seem to be working now. And the furloughed CM I was referring to arent.

 

[TXAKDisneyFan]

Question- I was assuming that because it wasn't available for the last 7 months that the people at Disney Floral and Gifts had been furloughed as well? Have they not?

I guess that's along the lines of my questions, too. The people who are still Disney employed also need the business, or Disney would reduce workforce or shut them down again, right? Just like how ppl have expressed frustration at continuing some construction projects (like the main archway) when CMs are furloughed and being laid off - the construction workers also need work. I'm not saying don't give furloughed employees business, I'm just saying it's not a cut and dry matter. Everyone needs business right now.

 

[MrsBooch]

I guess that's along the lines of my questions, too. The people who are still Disney employed also need the business, or Disney would reduce workforce or shut them down again, right? Just like how ppl have expressed frustration at continuing some construction projects (like the main archway) when CMs are furloughed and being laid off - the construction workers also need work. I'm not saying don't give furloughed employees business, I'm just saying it's not a cut and dry matter. Everyone needs business right now.

Yup I’m glad people are spending money period. Just providing another option in the event that someone was wondering if Disney Floral & Gifts was their only way to get something.

 

[andyman8]

Question- I was assuming that because it wasn't available for the last 7 months that the people at Disney Floral and Gifts had been furloughed as well? Have they not?

I guess that's along the lines of my questions, too. The people who are still Disney employed also need the business, or Disney would reduce workforce or shut them down again, right? Just like how ppl have expressed frustration at continuing some construction projects (like the main archway) when CMs are furloughed and being laid off - the construction workers also need work. I'm not saying don't give furloughed employees business, I'm just saying it's not a cut and dry matter. Everyone needs business right now.

It’s worth noting that Floral and Gifts performs a a variety of services around WDW (even internal services) so they benefit from that essentially guaranteed demand. They also benefit from the placement and marketing that comes with the Disney name, meaning many Guests won’t even think to look beyond Disney for these types of services (even if they get better quality stuff at a lower price). It’s the same reason tons of Guests order Disney’s cruddy pizza delivery at the All-Stars when there are plenty of local places that can deliver a much better pizza at a much lower price to those resorts. Even if some fans deviate from them, they’re still going to do just fine. Disney also hasn’t made a habit of re-furloughing CMs for the most part, even when their locations have suspended operations.

A lot of Disney fans have been asking about ways to help laid off and furloughed CMs, and this is certainly one way to do that. If you’d prefer to stick with Disney, that’s absolutely your choice, but I appreciate (and I know many of these former CMs do as well) Mrs. Booch and sites like The DIS plugging these alternatives that many Disney fans may not be aware of.

 

[Farro]

With new boarding pass system, what time are people who are getting boarding passes at 7 am usually getting on the ride by?

Just asking if I should try and book ours at 7 am Florida time while I'm waiting for flight in Chicago knowing I probably wouldn't get to park until around 1 or should I just try our luck with the 2:00 one?

I guess what would be a good group number where I can feel comfortable getting to park around 1:00? And if get an early boarding group i know we can't make, can I cancel it right away?

Do we think this system will change again by April?

 

[osufeth24]

With new boarding pass system, what time are people who are getting boarding passes at 7 am usually getting on the ride by?

Just asking if I should try and book ours at 7 am Florida time while I'm waiting for flight in Chicago knowing I probably wouldn't get to park until around 1 or should I just try our luck with the 2:00 one?

I guess what would be a good group number where I can feel comfortable getting to park around 1:00? And if get an early boarding group i know we can't make, can I cancel it right away?

Do we think this system will change again by April?

Yes you need to try at 7. The other current time is 2pm and it's not guaranteed you can ride. Sometimes those at 7 don't even get on.

BGs are gone in seconds, you can't time it to get a later time.

Most likely it won't change

 

[andyman8]

Yes you need to try at 7. The other current time is 2pm and it's not guaranteed you can ride. Sometimes those at 7 don't even get on.

BGs are gone in seconds, you can't time it to get a later time.

Most likely it won't change

Has anyone who's gotten a BG at 2pm received a "regular" BG (not a backup BG)? I know, in my experience, at 2pm I've always been able to secure a backup (which eventually was called) but I haven't heard of anyone getting a "regular" one. Has anyone?

 

[Farro]

Yes you need to try at 7. The other current time is 2pm and it's not guaranteed you can ride. Sometimes those at 7 don't even get on.

BGs are gone in seconds, you can't time it to get a later time.

Most likely it won't change

I understand all that.

But I know we won't be able to get to park before 1:00.

I'm asking if there is a "safe" boarding group number estimate that would allow us to get to park at 1:00 and not miss our group, otherwise if I happen to get a group with a lower number that we know we won't make, I'll cancel them and try again at 2.

Like if I got boarding group 47, good chance they would board before 1:00 and we'd miss or good chance after? Obviously not thinking of a day with technical difficulties...

 

[HokieRaven5]

I understand all that.

But I know we won't be able to get to park before 1:00.

I'm asking if there is a "safe" boarding group number estimate that would allow us to get to park at 1:00 and not miss our group, otherwise if I happen to get a group with a lower number that we know we won't make, I'll cancel them and try again at 2.

They get through 1-18ish groups per hour on a good day. So if the park opens at 10 looking at group 45 or higher is a safe bet to be in after 1 but it's all a guess based on how the ride is functioning for the day.

 

[Farro]

They get through 1-18ish groups per hour on a good day. So if the park opens at 10 looking at group 45 or higher is a safe bet to be in after 1 but it's all a guess based on how the ride is functioning for the day.

Perfect! Thanks!

We reserved DHS for our arrival day just to see it all and now I'm thinking with new system we may as well try to get a group!