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[yulilin3]

Seems all of the COVID threads have been diluted with political opinions.
My family has been tested 2x in the last 8 weeks and is COVID-Free.
We have stayed home, had all of our items delivered or done curbside. I have been inside a store or doctor's office 3x in 6 months
I am so eager to bring my 14 & 17-year old for 1.5 days to experience some enjoyment. They deserve it. We had plans booked for 5 days in March when this all hit. We are all healthy although I have asthma.
I have my N95/N99 masks along with Purell and gloves.
Can I please get first-hand accounts of visitors from the last couple of days? I expect this weekend to be busy but knowing kids and people are back to work Tuesday I figured if we could get a few rides in Monday afternoon at Epcot and some delicious food it would be so nice. Then my expectation is Tuesday the 8th MK will be dead. Thoughts on this? Staying in my first hotel too the JW Marriott at Bonnet Creek one night. I am not going to lie - I AM SCARED.

Merged you to the existing thread.
Read back several pages for all the recent reports. Just an fyi there's no talk of virus, numbers, in this forum just talk about planning the trip and experience

 

[chicagoshannon]

We are here now. Went to Disney springs last night. We arrived around 6pm. There seemed to be a lot of staff monitoring things. Everyone we saw was following the rules. We had a short wait for guest services and no wait for Earl of Sandwich. We had a pleasant experience at the stores we went into. I was leary after all of the reports here but had no issues even with the rain.

We are staying at Bonnet Creek with a Skyliner view. It's been running on the line since at least 6:30. Would be nice if they let people on it earlier than they do.

We're off to Universal today. Will see how they're doing.

 

[emmabelle]

We're off to Universal today. Will see how they're doing.

I'd love to hear your experiences there today. We're planning to go there next Thursday.

 

[melissa723]

Here is a quick update on my trip so far. I mentioned earlier In this thread about about my drive down from Va and stopping in Savanna which wasn't pleasant. We have been on Disney property for 4 days so far and I will admit I do feel safer on Disney property than I do at other public places. Today we had a fabulous time at MK. Granted we come every year so for us it was relaxing just exploring the park and hopping on rides if we wanted. In the four days we been here we have been to the Polynesian twice for lunch and dole whips, nonstressfully explored the entire MK, Disney Spring twice for Dinner, slept in every day, hung at the pool, played basketball, rode bikes, stayed up late to watch movies and hang out on the balcony. This has been one of the best trips to Disney so far. However watching the local news and seeing employees being laid off makes me sad and makes me realize how fortunate I am to be able to come here. I see these employees working hard everyday in such trying times. I also see some guest who feel entitled. I'm not going into details but just want to say if you come to Disney during this time please be patient and treat the cast members nicely. They are trying their best to make guest happy.

Did you rent the bikes from your resort or bring your own? I wasn't sure if they were still doing that right now, but if they are then that's great news! We used to do it all the time when I was little, but I haven't had the chance to rent them with my daughter yet.

 

[butterscotchcollins]

I'd love to hear your experiences there today. We're planning to go there next Thursday.

Us too...I should probably get around to buying my tickets, huh

 

[LaDonna]

Headed to Pop today from Ga going to SeaWorld tomorrow then 8 days at the parks my youngest(1of3)turns 3 on the 13th so this will be our cheapest trip for a very long while POR or 2 value rooms in our future

 

[WEDWDW]

Does anyone know if they’re doing hair wraps by any of the pools?

Unfortunately no and also no Temporary Tattoos and no Caricature Artists.

 

[GusGusTheMouse]

Unfortunately no and also no Temporary Tattoos and no Caricature Artists.

The only pool activity I saw was the afternoon DJ playing non-contact games like trivia. Everything else is closed except the pool bar if the resort has one.

I saw a few caricature artists doing mask drawings of people at AK and M

 

[lelew]

Did you rent the bikes from your resort or bring your own? I wasn't sure if they were still doing that right now, but if they are then that's great news! We used to do it all the time when I was little, but I haven't had the chance to rent them with my daughter yet.

They are renting bikes here at Old Keywest

 

[shanes17]

Just a few noses here and there (one on Soarin, a couple of people walking by...but lots of room to avoid the walkers) and a couple of walking drink sippers, and one gal who thought the bathroom was a mask break spot primping in front of the mirror. Way less issues than Friday night by FAR! People were very respectful of each other’s space Tuesday.

Gotcha, thanks for the clarification.

I would caution worrying too much about how other people handle this mask stuff, especially without knowing each persons given circumstances. There are a lot of folks out there who have a hard time with the masks, either because of health reasons or for psychological ones as well.

Worrying yourself about how others wear them isn't going to do you, or anyone really for that matter any good. I have a daughter with anxiety and has always dealt with the fear of suffocation, so you can imagine the impacts this all has on her. There are plenty more out there like that I am sure, along with asthma and other factors that might keep them from wearing their mask the exact why you might think they should.

Just throwing that out there.

 

[Turk February]

Gotcha, thanks for the clarification.

I would caution worrying too much about how other people handle this mask stuff, especially without knowing each persons given circumstances. There are a lot of folks out there who have a hard time with the masks, either because of health reasons or for psychological ones as well.

Worrying yourself about how others wear them isn't going to do you, or anyone really for that matter any good. I have a daughter with anxiety and has always dealt with the fear of suffocation, so you can imagine the impacts this all has on her. There are plenty more out there like that I am sure, along with asthma and other factors that might keep them from wearing their mask the exact why you might think they should.

Just throwing that out there.

It’s not about how anyone thinks they should be wearing their mask, it’s how Disney has mandated them to be worn when on property.

 

[CDRT]

I am wondering if they are allowing use of lockers? We are planning for later this year, and I know we will need sweatshirts or jackets in the morning and evenings.

 

[scrappinginontario]

Gotcha, thanks for the clarification.

I would caution worrying too much about how other people handle this mask stuff, especially without knowing each persons given circumstances. There are a lot of folks out there who have a hard time with the masks, either because of health reasons or for psychological ones as well.

Worrying yourself about how others wear them isn't going to do you, or anyone really for that matter any good. I have a daughter with anxiety and has always dealt with the fear of suffocation, so you can imagine the impacts this all has on her. There are plenty more out there like that I am sure, along with asthma and other factors that might keep them from wearing their mask the exact why you might think they should.

Just throwing that out there.

While I respect wearing masks is difficult for some due to their particular situation, Disney has made it very clear that if you go to Disney property right now, masks worn properly are required. This could mean delaying trips for some if wearing masks cannot be done.

 

[wilkydelts]

Edited to remain on topic and not further mask comments.

 

[yulilin3]

This is the reason these threads and the entire forum Is being monitored carefully. Please remember to keep the discussion on topic
No need to talk about how you think others should feel about mask compliance. It's everyone's own decision to come or not

 

[WEDWDW]

The only pool activity I saw was the afternoon DJ playing non-contact games like trivia. Everything else is closed except the pool bar if the resort has one.

I saw a few caricature artists doing mask drawings of people at AK and M

My bad-because of the OP asking about "Pool Activity",I was referring to the Lobby Caricature Artists in the Resorts.

 

[bridgettesmom]

Seems all of the COVID threads have been diluted with political opinions.
My family has been tested 2x in the last 8 weeks and is COVID-Free.
We have stayed home, had all of our items delivered or done curbside. I have been inside a store or doctor's office 3x in 6 months.
I am so eager to bring my 14 & 17-year old for 1.5 days to experience some enjoyment. They deserve it. We had plans booked for 5 days in March when this all hit. We are all healthy although I have asthma.
I have my N95/N99 masks along with Purell and gloves.
Can I please get first-hand accounts of visitors from the last couple of days? I expect this weekend to be busy but knowing kids and people are back to work Tuesday I figured if we could get a few rides in Monday afternoon at Epcot and some delicious food it would be so nice. Then my expectation is Tuesday the 8th MK will be dead. Thoughts on this? Staying in my first hotel too the JW Marriott at Bonnet Creek one night. I am not going to lie - I AM SCARED.

We are also venturing out to Disney this weekend for the first time since March, so, I know exactly how you feel. I do have to warn you, we are locals, used to our crazy weather and I’ve tried wearing N95 and N99 and the heat really makes it unbearable. Maybe you will able to tolerate it, but, bring some backups masks.

 

[ReginaMBK]

Seems all of the COVID threads have been diluted with political opinions.
My family has been tested 2x in the last 8 weeks and is COVID-Free.
We have stayed home, had all of our items delivered or done curbside. I have been inside a store or doctor's office 3x in 6 months.
I am so eager to bring my 14 & 17-year old for 1.5 days to experience some enjoyment. They deserve it. We had plans booked for 5 days in March when this all hit. We are all healthy although I have asthma.
I have my N95/N99 masks along with Purell and gloves.
Can I please get first-hand accounts of visitors from the last couple of days? I expect this weekend to be busy but knowing kids and people are back to work Tuesday I figured if we could get a few rides in Monday afternoon at Epcot and some delicious food it would be so nice. Then my expectation is Tuesday the 8th MK will be dead. Thoughts on this? Staying in my first hotel too the JW Marriott at Bonnet Creek one night. I am not going to lie - I AM SCARED.

If you are scared, now is not a good time to come in my opinion. We were scared and found we felt less safe than we expected to.

 

[tussking]

If you are scared, now is not a good time to come in my opinion. We were scared and found we felt less safe than we expected to.

Could you please elaborate? Why did you feel less safe?

 

[BahamasBride03]

Seems all of the COVID threads have been diluted with political opinions.
My family has been tested 2x in the last 8 weeks and is COVID-Free.
We have stayed home, had all of our items delivered or done curbside. I have been inside a store or doctor's office 3x in 6 months.
I am so eager to bring my 14 & 17-year old for 1.5 days to experience some enjoyment. They deserve it. We had plans booked for 5 days in March when this all hit. We are all healthy although I have asthma.
I have my N95/N99 masks along with Purell and gloves.
Can I please get first-hand accounts of visitors from the last couple of days? I expect this weekend to be busy but knowing kids and people are back to work Tuesday I figured if we could get a few rides in Monday afternoon at Epcot and some delicious food it would be so nice. Then my expectation is Tuesday the 8th MK will be dead. Thoughts on this? Staying in my first hotel too the JW Marriott at Bonnet Creek one night. I am not going to lie - I AM SCARED.

I totally understand - I am in the same boat as you. I have felt very comfortable while we have been here (since Sunday). Our room at Saratoga was exceptionally clean but I did wipe down some areas with a Clorox wipe. I’m nervous about the parks this weekend but this week they have been great and it has been easy to stay distant. It’s nerve wracking after months of staying in. Continue to be vigilant with hand sanitizing and cleaning but also try to relax and enjoy being here. I agree with many others who said they feel more comfortable here than at stores at home.