FastPass Enforcement

[cuchu2005]

Sorry, but I voted for 'other'.

Because it did change our day at the parks, and even though we adapted to the new system (and had no problems doing the attractions we wanted), we missed so much the way we used to use Fast Passes!

On the same line, we found FP lines to be longer. And we ended up with unused FPs.

I really wish they would go back to the non enforcement policy!

Mx

 

[larryz]

I said "other" because I haven't been back since the change was implemented.

But between the enforcement, and other (not-so-)subtle changes, it's becoming apparent that guests will only be allowed to enjoy Disney "their" way as they try to extract every last dollar possible from guest's wallets. If they can control how you enjoy the parks, they have a lot better shot at working in some premium experiences for which they're pretty sure you'll pay extra.

Reminds me of another amusement park company, which shall remain nameless, but whose initials are 6F.

 

[RedfromNL]

I voted no because I almost never use Fastpasses.

But I did note when I went to Disneyland Paris last year the the FP window was only 30 minutes, was that from inception, and was strictly enforced with no grace period.

And I was used to that so never even knew I could have used them late until it was no longer the case and there were complaints about it here...

 

[LBIJim]

At WDW now for the first time since FP times have been enforced. Yes, it's a negative compared to the way we used to tour the parks, but not a horrible negative. For a few attractions we just used the standby line rather than have to come back for the times the FPs would be valid. Most standby lines were reasonable before 11am or after 7pm. We always take an afternoon break anyway. Longest wait was 25 minutes for Living With the Land; I suppose people were waiting for the Soarin' FP windows to open.

Jim

 

[TLSnell1981]

This.

There is a lot of wasted running around the park trying to get back in the allotted time.

Yep. It's definitely affected our touring plans.

Now, We rarely book ADRs or use TS. It's too stressful, planning FP around dining. We encountered down time for numerous rides. The standby times were often very unreliable...and not just a little bit. This didn't happen just one day, but EVERY day of our February trip. We also had difficulty with Meet and Greets.

I'm not looking forward to a similiar experience next month. It will be even more difficult with two preschoolers and a seasoned citizen on a scooter.

 

[MelissaMakesCakes]

I havent been in two years and this is news to me that fast pass return times are now enforced. Does this change the return time frame that you are given? For example if I pull a fast pace at 10 is is going to be closer to that time as opposed to being much later in the day than it used to be? Or does that vary depending on the attraction and the busyness of the day. Just wondering if you can plan or know at all what time your fast pass you get might be for so that you can factor that into your touring plans?

TIA

 

[Robo]

I havent been in two years and this is news to me that fast pass return times are now enforced.

1- Does this change the return time frame that you are given? For example

2- if I pull a fast pace at 10 is is going to be closer to that time as opposed to being much later in the day than it used to be? Or

3- does that vary depending on the attraction and the busyness of the day.

4- Just wondering if you can plan or know at all what time your fast pass you get might be for so that you can factor that into your touring plans?

TIA

1- It may, and it may not.

2- Could be, but the reason could be that... it has been said that they are actually putting a greater number of FP's per attraction into the system. More FP's mean an earlier return-time, on average.
Just how much earlier is dependent on any number of things.

3- That's always the case.

4- You will always see a readout of what the Return Time of a FP will be before you
decide to use your ticket (or RFID device) to take the FP.
That's aways been the case.

 

[mesaboy2]

I havent been in two years and this is news to me that fast pass return times are now enforced. Does this change the return time frame that you are given? For example if I pull a fast pace at 10 is is going to be closer to that time as opposed to being much later in the day than it used to be? Or does that vary depending on the attraction and the busyness of the day. Just wondering if you can plan or know at all what time your fast pass you get might be for so that you can factor that into your touring plans?

TIA

All you can do is keep checking return times during the day.

Many have said that FPs seem to last longer, but many speculate that is due to more FPs being distributed, not enforcement.

 

[MacClemsons]

I routinely used FPs "late" before, so I am not a fan. I feel like I either have to stay near the ride now waiting for the window to open or rush back to it before it closes. But, it is what it is and I have adapted.

Of course, others who didn't do this will not be impacted. I expect I'll be chastised by some (not all) of these. Let them come.

Very much has affected us. Not fun having to criss cross park (even using a fp runner) with 4 kids. Plus, using baby swap we have to make sure we get there at the beginning of FP return on certain rides so FPs are good for both adults. (We have 3 kids and baby swap is only good for 3. We haven't figured out how to tell one kid that they can't ride twice.) So I'd also choose "adapted but not happy about it"

 

[bytheblood]

Always followed the rules anyway, so we are fine with the change.

 

[mesaboy2]

As did I.

 

[smidgy]

my answer wasnt' available.. I don't like the new rule. it has affected me, and not in a good way.

however, I don't like the way the first option was worded. no, it's not "the end of the world" and I will still use fast passes.

 

[smidgy]

Always followed the rules anyway, so we are fine with the change.

I , too, always follwed the rules. the rules let you use the fastpass anytime on the same day.

I'm not happy they changed the rules. but I'll adjust. and still use the fast pass.

 

[smidgy]

also, I just have a cheapo, pay as you go cell phone.. don't need anything more.

this new rule, (and the new next gen, etc.) makes it very hard for anyone without a "smart" phone.

 

[MrBean]

Definitely more running around the park to get back in time to use the fastpass. Having to wait around for the return window to extend past your lunch or dinner time before grabbing the pass.

Used to be stress free, just come back whenever you had the time. Even double up on fastpasses so you could ride your favorites multiple times in a row later in the day.

Fastpass+ should help alleviate all the running around, making it a bit more relaxing again

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[Disney_Princess83]

We don't like the new enforcement times. We usually got 1 or 2 FP's throughout the day and used them later in the evening. 80% of FP's we would get during any one trip would be used "late". With the enforcement times, it often meant walking all the way back in the middle of the day from another area of the park which we found was too annoying for us. If the line is longer than 20 minutes, we don't ride it. Unless the FP time is within 30-40 minutes, we don't get a FP. We can always find something within the same area to fill in half an hour or so, but anything longer and usually, we're just standing around waiting. With the new enforcement, we feel like we have to keep watching the clock and it has stopped us getting in line for other rides "just in case we get held up" Too much stress for us.

 

[jude&jonah]

We never got to do Soarin because of this- frustrating since for the last 7 years we never had to go back within the certain time- and all of a sudden it came out of nowhere!

 

[maxiesmom]

We always used the fast pass during the time listed on the ticket. Never had had a problem doing so, and never felt we had to criss cross the parks a lot to do so. Never felt we had to stand around either. If we pull a FP for Splash we hop in the line for BTMRR. Maybe ride it twice if we are lucky.

And to the previous poster, the time enforcement didn't come out of nowhere. They have been doing so for over a year now, and it was announced before that. I'm sorry you never got on Soarin, though I don't understand why the FP time enforcement meant that you couldn't.

 

[carolinamama]

I , too, always follwed the rules. the rules let you use the fastpass anytime on the same day.

I'm not happy they changed the rules. but I'll adjust. and still use the fast pass.

This.

People returning after the window weren't rule breakers. Disney allowed late returns. No rules broken.

That being said, I miss the old policy, but it's still doable. Just takes more in park thinking and planning.

 

[mom2rtk]

my answer wasnt' available.. I don't like the new rule. it has affected me, and not in a good way.

however, I don't like the way the first option was worded. no, it's not "the end of the world" and I will still use fast passes.

That's the issue I had with the entire poll. The closest option to the way I felt had wording that sounded like someone throwing a temper tantrum. And I might not like it, but I haven't stopmed my feet or had a screaming fit yet. Oh, and the world will definitely go on.