Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2022 Edition

[jpeterson]

RUMOR:​

Walt Disney World Planning to Charge Hotel Guests for Daily Housekeeping Services​

As of March 2022, the following resort hotels have resumed their daily or regularly scheduled housekeeping services:

• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
• Disney’s Boardwalk Resort
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
• Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort
• Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
• Disney’s Riviera Resort
• Disney’s Old Key West Resort
• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

As you might notice, the above does not include anything below a Deluxe Resort level or Disney Vacation Club Resort.

There is still a shortage of housekeeping cast members and there has been a constant slew of job fairs to try to fill the vacant positions. According to people we spoke to who attended a job fair this weekend, they were told by a Disney recruiter that “Disney is moving towards room service being offered every other day as the standard.” The recruiter went on to state that guests who want the additional, daily housekeeping service could pay to add it. This is something that is already offered to Disney Vacation Club members staying in villa accommodations.

Given the list above, it is assumed that the Deluxe Resort guests will receive daily housekeeping services included with their stay, but again, that is purely speculation at this point based solely on it already having returned to those hotels. Anything below this level would likely be subject to the daily charge.

It's just a rumor, but I would be a bit surprised if this comes true. The excuse given for the parking fees was that it was "industry standard" to charge one. That's just not the case with housekeeping.

I would not be surprised if they floated this rumor to see the reaction though.

 

[Aprilshack]

It's just a rumor, but I would be a bit surprised if this comes true. The excuse given for the parking fees was that it was "industry standard" to charge one. That's just not the case with housekeeping.

I would not be surprised if they floated this rumor to see the reaction though.

With Chapek, anything is possible.

 

[jpeterson]

With Chapek, anything is possible.

That's true. Which is why I would be surprised but not shocked if this came to be.

 

[1lilspark]

RUMOR:​

Walt Disney World Planning to Charge Hotel Guests for Daily Housekeeping Services​

As of March 2022, the following resort hotels have resumed their daily or regularly scheduled housekeeping services:

• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
• Disney’s Boardwalk Resort
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
• Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort
• Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
• Disney’s Riviera Resort
• Disney’s Old Key West Resort
• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

As you might notice, the above does not include anything below a Deluxe Resort level or Disney Vacation Club Resort.

There is still a shortage of housekeeping cast members and there has been a constant slew of job fairs to try to fill the vacant positions. According to people we spoke to who attended a job fair this weekend, they were told by a Disney recruiter that “Disney is moving towards room service being offered every other day as the standard.” The recruiter went on to state that guests who want the additional, daily housekeeping service could pay to add it. This is something that is already offered to Disney Vacation Club members staying in villa accommodations.

Given the list above, it is assumed that the Deluxe Resort guests will receive daily housekeeping services included with their stay, but again, that is purely speculation at this point based solely on it already having returned to those hotels. Anything below this level would likely be subject to the daily charge.

If this comes true I wonder if it will automatically be added in like parking fees or you can opt out like you used to be able to do pre pandemic (for a gift card at that)

For us as long as it’s cleaned throughly between us/the last party and we are able to call the front desk for extra towels when needed we are all adults and are capable of making our own bed, emptying trash and regularly Lysol Wiping surfaces throughout our stays

 

[IanDLBZF from MCMagic]

RUMOR:​

Walt Disney World Planning to Charge Hotel Guests for Daily Housekeeping Services​

As of March 2022, the following resort hotels have resumed their daily or regularly scheduled housekeeping services:

• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
• Disney’s Boardwalk Resort
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
• Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort
• Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
• Disney’s Riviera Resort
• Disney’s Old Key West Resort
• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

As you might notice, the above does not include anything below a Deluxe Resort level or Disney Vacation Club Resort.

There is still a shortage of housekeeping cast members and there has been a constant slew of job fairs to try to fill the vacant positions. According to people we spoke to who attended a job fair this weekend, they were told by a Disney recruiter that “Disney is moving towards room service being offered every other day as the standard.” The recruiter went on to state that guests who want the additional, daily housekeeping service could pay to add it. This is something that is already offered to Disney Vacation Club members staying in villa accommodations.

Given the list above, it is assumed that the Deluxe Resort guests will receive daily housekeeping services included with their stay, but again, that is purely speculation at this point based solely on it already having returned to those hotels. Anything below this level would likely be subject to the daily charge.

I reached out to Unite Here 737's leadership about this via Twitter. If I hear back, I will let you know. Also worth mentioning the two articles below...
https://www.forbes.com/sites/christ...ry-heres-who-will-pay-for-it/?sh=4953b7264dc6
and...
https://unitehere.org/press-release...sekeeping-would-cost-women-of-color-billions/

 

[Aprilshack]

If this comes true I wonder if it will automatically be added in like parking fees or you can opt out like you used to be able to do pre pandemic (for a gift card at that)

For us as long as it’s cleaned throughly between us/the last party and we are able to call the front desk for extra towels when needed we are all adults and are capable of making our own bed, emptying trash and regularly Lysol Wiping surfaces throughout our stays

They can naff off if it's added automatically added. If true, this nickle and diming in gettting further out of hand.

 

[IanDLBZF from MCMagic]

Adding to that rumor, Union leadership met two weeks ago to discuss issues within housekeeping. If that rumor does become true, then expect some form of retaliation from Union Leadership.

https://www.facebook.com/OrlandoWorkers/posts/539518874400422

 

[afan]

It's just a rumor, but I would be a bit surprised if this comes true. The excuse given for the parking fees was that it was "industry standard" to charge one. That's just not the case with housekeeping.

I would not be surprised if they floated this rumor to see the reaction though.

They need to go back to the gc if you opt out then. But considering they got away with nothing during covid I doubt they will. I'd rather not have anyone in my room than pay extra for it. If it's a matter of staffing vs budget then the gc need to come back and some of their issues will be solved.

 

[MidnightMeeko]

Hi, Disney decision makers! If you’re reading this, which I do hope you are, please understand that you will further anger an already jaded, disillusioned, fed up fan base by asking them to pay for housekeeping. You’ve shown that the parks are making money, so pay enough to housekeeping to make them want to be in the industry. Deluxe resorts are already beyond high and most people can’t swing for them, especially those of us who are repeat visitors. If you add a housekeeping fee- you may well be pricing out even more people from moderate resorts. There are also those that can afford it, but simply won’t stay on the principal of the matter. I understand this is a rumor, but please please please see what a terrible idea this is. Revenge travel is real and it is for a limited time. Take a look at the long game.

 

[Jennasis]

I thought Covid was going to burst the "Disney bubble"...all it did was give management carte blanche to implement all the cost cutting, service cutting, "take stuff away" things they've been itching to do for years but couldn't get away with.

It's disgusting.

 

[IanDLBZF from MCMagic]

RUMOR:​

Walt Disney World Planning to Charge Hotel Guests for Daily Housekeeping Services​

As of March 2022, the following resort hotels have resumed their daily or regularly scheduled housekeeping services:

• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
• Disney’s Boardwalk Resort
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
• Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort
• Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
• Disney’s Riviera Resort
• Disney’s Old Key West Resort
• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

As you might notice, the above does not include anything below a Deluxe Resort level or Disney Vacation Club Resort.

There is still a shortage of housekeeping cast members and there has been a constant slew of job fairs to try to fill the vacant positions. According to people we spoke to who attended a job fair this weekend, they were told by a Disney recruiter that “Disney is moving towards room service being offered every other day as the standard.” The recruiter went on to state that guests who want the additional, daily housekeeping service could pay to add it. This is something that is already offered to Disney Vacation Club members staying in villa accommodations.

Given the list above, it is assumed that the Deluxe Resort guests will receive daily housekeeping services included with their stay, but again, that is purely speculation at this point based solely on it already having returned to those hotels. Anything below this level would likely be subject to the daily charge.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1525617509029793798

 

[jpeterson]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1525617509029793798

That didn't take long.

 

[mrsap]

RUMOR:​

Walt Disney World Planning to Charge Hotel Guests for Daily Housekeeping Services​

As of March 2022, the following resort hotels have resumed their daily or regularly scheduled housekeeping services:

• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
• Disney’s Boardwalk Resort
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
• Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort
• Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
• Disney’s Riviera Resort
• Disney’s Old Key West Resort
• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

As you might notice, the above does not include anything below a Deluxe Resort level or Disney Vacation Club Resort.

There is still a shortage of housekeeping cast members and there has been a constant slew of job fairs to try to fill the vacant positions. According to people we spoke to who attended a job fair this weekend, they were told by a Disney recruiter that “Disney is moving towards room service being offered every other day as the standard.” The recruiter went on to state that guests who want the additional, daily housekeeping service could pay to add it. This is something that is already offered to Disney Vacation Club members staying in villa accommodations.

Given the list above, it is assumed that the Deluxe Resort guests will receive daily housekeeping services included with their stay, but again, that is purely speculation at this point based solely on it already having returned to those hotels. Anything below this level would likely be subject to the daily charge.

UPDATE:

Disney has reached out to correct their recruiters stating this is “not true”.

 

[mrsap]

DVC News:​

Grand Floridian Resort Studios Now Available For Online Booking​

The newest Disney Vacation Club rooms at Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa can now be reserved via the members-only website.

For the past 2 months, Grand Floridian owners were required to call DVC Member Services in order to book one of the new Resort Studios. As of Friday, May 13, 2022, those rooms are now available to book online.

 

[mrsap]

DVC News:

Disneyland Hotel Construction Update - May 2022​

 

[mrsap]

East Center Street Pavers to Be Replaced at Magic Kingdom Park Starting May 17, 2022​

Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom Park next week will notice some work taking place on Main Street, U.S.A. Construction is slated to begin the night of Monday, May 16 (the area will be closed to Guests starting May 17) at East Center Street to replace the pavers. This work is currently expected to affect this area for approximately 4 weeks.

 

[mrsap]

Good Morning All!

 

[mrsap]

Excavation Underway Outside Roundup Rodeo BBQ Restaurant in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios​

Construction recently started back up on Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Though most work has been behind-the-scenes, today we could see that the ground between the construction walls and the building has been excavated.

 

[mrsap]

Avengers Assemble: Flight Force Marquee Installed at Avengers Campus in Disneyland Paris​

 

[mrsap]

Tram Testing Underway at Disney’s Animal Kingdom​