Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[TheMaxRebo]

Yes, if I'm not showing any symptoms or feeling ill, I would hate to test positive as I'm attempting to get home and then be responsible to find accommodations for 2 weeks in Orlando. I'd much rather get home and test then.

That being said, if I was feeling any symptoms at all in Orlando, I would not board a plane with the potential to infect all those sharing the plane with me.

Thus, we stay home until things are more settled. Missing Disney desperately and have never gone this long between trips but doing what is being asked of us.

One good thing is for people traveling to states that require a clean test prior to arrival. Like I am in NY and "Travelers must obtain a test within three days of departure, prior to arrival in New York " - so for those feeling well and just need that proof then this helps .... obviously if you are asymptomatic or just only having minor symptoms and then test positive, that throws a huge wrench into your plans, but at least you know then

and that is one of the big reasons I haven't traveled far since any of this started - don't want to get stuck somewhere else. If Disney was the next town over I am sure I would have gone by now, but not traveling that distance

 

[gottalovepluto]

Always

 

[hertamaniac]

I would characterize a deficiency in accurate onboard testing as a loophole that needs to be improved.

"But Singapore’s health ministry said on Thursday the man did not have the virus after three subsequent tests on land came back negative. "

https://www.reuters.com/article/us-...was-false-alarm-authorities-say-idUSKBN28K0NM

 

[BoatDriver]

I dont actually plan to get tested! I'm assuming its optional.

To your point, if people are getting tested and there is the possibility of being denied entry on the plane, I suppose people would have to be prepared to drive home?

This is going to be almost impossible to implement. As someone who recently had it and tested positive, CDC guidance makes it clear I'm not subject to quarantine because of direct contact for at least three months.

Not only is it assumed that I will hold immunity for at least 90 days, but it's likely I could also still test positive in that time even though I can't contract or spread it.

Good luck keeping me off of a plane because I had something weeks ago.

Edit: Why in the world did someone leave an Angry Emoiji? Is someone really angry that my entire family caught COVID and could now test positive for months? Some people really need a life.

 

[gottalovepluto]

I would characterize a deficiency in accurate onboard testing as a loophole that needs to be improved.

"But Singapore’s health ministry said on Thursday the man did not have the virus after three subsequent tests on land came back negative. "

https://www.reuters.com/article/us-...was-false-alarm-authorities-say-idUSKBN28K0NM

WOW RCCL... WOW...

 

[sullivan.kscott]

I would characterize a deficiency in accurate onboard testing as a loophole that needs to be improved.

"But Singapore’s health ministry said on Thursday the man did not have the virus after three subsequent tests on land came back negative. "

https://www.reuters.com/article/us-...was-false-alarm-authorities-say-idUSKBN28K0NM

While this doesn’t surprise me considering the situation in Singapore at large (low community transmission), this is why I unfortunately don’t see cruising back until crews and passengers have wide access to a vaccine. Small island ports of call and the EU ports will likely require vaccination passports anyway. So hopefully late Q2/early Q3 we can get back to our preferred mode of Disney.

 

[Gary2T]

While I applaud the airports doing this, I'd hate to take the chance that the test could come back positive - especially if it turns out later to be a false positive. I don't see anything specifically listing what happens when the test results are positive, but they surely can't let the person get on the plane.

Don't be so sure about anyone stopping those who tested positive from boarding. This couple did just that flying from San Fancisco to Hawaii this month. Granted, they were arrested in Hawaii upon landing... but that doesn't help the people around them on the plane.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/ente...ght-hawaii-positive-covid-19-test/3801255001/

 

[Makmak]

Is this “digital mask” thing true? I’m not linking it because I think the site isn’t allowed.

 

[Aimeedyan]

Is this “digital mask” thing true? I’m not linking it because I think the site isn’t allowed.

I have seen multiple pics with digital masks posted in the AP FB group the last couple of weeks

 

[Makmak]

I have seen multiple pics with digital masks posted in the AP FB group the last couple of weeks

Wow....I’m betting it will become a “thing” for some ppl to “get a digital mask” in a photo....

 

[Aimeedyan]

Wow....I’m betting it will become a “thing” for some ppl to “get a digital mask” in a photo....

I'm afraid of that, too. So far, the only pics I've seen have been children whose mask slipped down on a ride so maybe in an effort to deter adults being boneheads, that is the only time they do the digital mask?

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Is this “digital mask” thing true? I’m not linking it because I think the site isn’t allowed.

Here is a site that is still allowed - though referred to as a "test"

https://blogmickey.com/2020/12/disn...ace-masks-to-guests-faces-for-on-ride-photos/

Wow....I’m betting it will become a “thing” for some ppl to “get a digital mask” in a photo....

I am glad they are doing this so people in other groups in the ride vehicle that are following the rules can still get their photos. Be nice if they can track down people that are not having theirs on (especially if a repeat thing) and kick them out or punish them some way

 

[rteetz]

Today Disney is holding their much anticipated Investor Day. This is all focused on Disney+ so news will be kept to that thread.

 

[rteetz]

Spice Road Table reopens Dec. 13th as a walk up, no reservations needed. New menu but the small plates are staying.

 

[marinejjh]

One good thing is for people traveling to states that require a clean test prior to arrival. Like I am in NY and "Travelers must obtain a test within three days of departure, prior to arrival in New York " - so for those feeling well and just need that proof then this helps .... obviously if you are asymptomatic or just only having minor symptoms and then test positive, that throws a huge wrench into your plans, but at least you know then

and that is one of the big reasons I haven't traveled far since any of this started - don't want to get stuck somewhere else. If Disney was the next town over I am sure I would have gone by now, but not traveling that distance

What states require this?

 

[rteetz]

What states require this?

New York and Hawaii require a negative test or a quarantine period as far as I’m aware. There are probably others.

 

[mattpeto]

Today Disney is holding their much anticipated Investor Day. This is all focused on Disney+ so news will be kept to that thread.

The news should also contain some parks news. Not expecting anything ground breaking, but you never know.

 

[rteetz]

The news should also contain some parks news. Not expecting anything ground breaking, but you never know.

I’m not expecting any parks. Disney’s tweet about the conference didn’t include parks.

 

[Moliphino]

New York and Hawaii require a negative test or a quarantine period as far as I’m aware. There are probably others.

MA and CT require a negative PCR test or quarantine. Alaska also requires a negative test or quarantine. Probably more, these are just what I've run into myself.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

What states require this?

New York and Hawaii require a negative test or a quarantine period as far as I’m aware. There are probably others.

I am in NY so can only speak to that and we have to do both:

Travelers Must Get Tested Within Three Days Prior to Landing in New York, Quarantine for at Least Three Days Upon Arrival, and Get a Test on Day Four of Arrival