So, how are the buses? How is driving and parking? We’ll have our car, and are trying to decide best option between busing or driving from Contemporary to DHS, Epcot and AK.

We usually don’t have a car at WDW but do this time. We’ve been about 50/50 bus/car. Lots are so empty car has been easy. I’ve sort of been doing game time decision, if the bus is there on my way to the resort parking lot, I take the bus. If not or there are a lot of people there, I take the car.

I have liked that Poly has not been sharing with GF. Less people and a few less minutes in the bus going.

While I’m OK with it, I don’t love the idea of enclosed public transportation right now, so have appreciated having a car.
 
We usually don’t have a car at WDW but do this time. We’ve been about 50/50 bus/car. Lots are so empty car has been easy. I’ve sort of been doing game time decision, if the bus is there on my way to the resort parking lot, I take the bus. If not or there are a lot of people there, I take the car.

I have liked that Poly has not been sharing with GF. Less people and a few less minutes in the bus going.

While I’m OK with it, I don’t love the idea of enclosed public transportation right now, so have appreciated having a car.
Thank you! We’re not super comfortable with the enclosed bus space, but also not sure about the evenings we have dinner in the parks, it’s not ideal to have to drive afterwards. I think we are leaning towards driving unless we see the bus waiting pretty empty.
 

I'm sorry if I've missed it, but what are the recent experiences with resort hopping? Has anyone here tried to visit another resort that they did not have an ADR or reservation for? I know it was stated in Disney's guidance prior to opening that this would not be permitted, but it was not being enforced before the parks were open. I assumed this was due to low capacity. Now that the parks are open and there are presumably more people on-site, I've seen reports of people trying to drive to a different resort and being turned away. But what about those arriving by WDW transportation? Are they validating anything?
 
I'm sorry if I've missed it, but what are the recent experiences with resort hopping? Has anyone here tried to visit another resort that they did not have an ADR or reservation for? I know it was stated in Disney's guidance prior to opening that this would not be permitted, but it was not being enforced before the parks were open. I assumed this was due to low capacity. Now that the parks are open and there are presumably more people on-site, I've seen reports of people trying to drive to a different resort and being turned away. But what about those arriving by WDW transportation? Are they validating anything?
I have taken the Monorail from the Contemporary to both the Polynesian and Grand Floridian and I was able to get in without anyone checking. (I did actually have ADRs, but no one checked when I got off the monorail)
I also took the SkyLiner from HS to Epcot and walked to Beach Club and Boardwalk from there. Again, no one checked.
 
First time ever for me in Hollywood Studios today, and my friend and I got boarding group 1 for Rise right at 10am!! We went to the line at about 10:30 and had a short wait. Fantastic experience! All Preshows running as far as I can tell. Lots of distancing.
I've never ridden this(haven't been to the park since the ride opened), so would I just join the boarding group as soon as I get in the park? Thanks for any input.
 
What time have the buses been getting to the resorts before the parks open? Like an hour, 45 min? My DD and I are staying at AKL Jambo, and trying to figure out timing for our trip on the 25th.
 
I'm sorry if I've missed it, but what are the recent experiences with resort hopping? Has anyone here tried to visit another resort that they did not have an ADR or reservation for? I know it was stated in Disney's guidance prior to opening that this would not be permitted, but it was not being enforced before the parks were open. I assumed this was due to low capacity. Now that the parks are open and there are presumably more people on-site, I've seen reports of people trying to drive to a different resort and being turned away. But what about those arriving by WDW transportation? Are they validating anything?
From day one I've been able to visit resorts by parking at DS and taking a resort bus, no issue. The problem is when you try and park at that resort.
 
I've never ridden this(haven't been to the park since the ride opened), so would I just join the boarding group as soon as I get in the park? Thanks for any input.
Hi NikkiStevej, Right now, Hollywood Studios has 3 different Boarding Group drop times, 10am, 1pm and 4pm. You have to have been inside Hollywood Studios at least once during the day and logged into your MDE account on your phone at one of those time to try to join.

Check out this thread for more info:

https://www.disboards.com/threads/r...planning-and-information-no-spoilers.3782822/
 
Can anyone comment on staying at Pop & taking the Skyliner to DHS? I know DHS literally just opened, but I'm wondering if it would be a good idea to take an uber to the park to be sure to be in before 10am, or if the Skyliner will be running much earlier than park opening. Someone on another thread said it was crazy at Riviera just before Epcot opened & it wasn't clear when they actually started operating. Thanks!
 
Can anyone comment on staying at Pop & taking the Skyliner to DHS? I know DHS literally just opened, but I'm wondering if it would be a good idea to take an uber to the park to be sure to be in before 10am, or if the Skyliner will be running much earlier than park opening. Someone on another thread said it was crazy at Riviera just before Epcot opened & it wasn't clear when they actually started operating. Thanks!
i would not rely on it to get to dhs before 10
 
From day one I've been able to visit resorts by parking at DS and taking a resort bus, no issue. The problem is when you try and park at that resort.
thanks! We're hoping to be able to go to different resorts for QS meals to just change things up so this is good to know.
Can anyone comment on staying at Pop & taking the Skyliner to DHS? I know DHS literally just opened, but I'm wondering if it would be a good idea to take an uber to the park to be sure to be in before 10am, or if the Skyliner will be running much earlier than park opening. Someone on another thread said it was crazy at Riviera just before Epcot opened & it wasn't clear when they actually started operating. Thanks!
This picture is one someone posted yesterday:
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With DHS 'officially' opening at 10:00 it appears the Skyliner would easily get you there in time.
 
We went to HS today. Arrived before 10, but was unable to get ROTR. Tried again at 1pm and 4pm and still no luck. I had the app open and ready on time, but as soon as I tried to join it said it was full.

I will say HS felt way more busier than MK and AK!! Like a big difference in crowds to me!
It was a quick moving, but long security line to get in. Rides had much longer wait times. I believe Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Train was at 70 minutes at one point. We left around 1:30 after being able to do 3 rides and a show. We are waiting out the current rain/storm and hopefully will head back over soon.

I didn’t see any obvious mask non-compliance and everyone appeared to be trying to follow the rules, but it felt crowded to me, especially the first couple of hours.

We took a break at that pizza place near muppets and sat outside at one of their tables prior to the restaurant being opened. We were eating our snacks, but were told we needed to leave as it was only for restaurant guests. Maybe that is the normal rule, but we were trying to be responsible by eating and drinking there compared to eating while walking or eating while in line.

Also, on another note, last night at the Contemporary they ran out of straws, ice and napkins at Contempo Cafe. It took nearly an hour for my mobile order to be ready.

The lines for the elevators have been so long that a CM started taking groups to the employee elevator to help out. We have waited nearly 20 minutes for an elevator on multiple occasions. I asked about stairs, but they said they can’t be used. I could see the stress on the CMs faces by these situations, so I continue to try to show my patience. They are doing the best they can!

Even though HS was a little disappointing today we are still having a great time. I think my expectations were too high after the awesomeness of MK and AK.

Epcot tomorrow!
Hollywood studios felt much busier to us as well. We were there yesterday. We were finally able to get a queue at 4 PM. Very hot yesterday. We were in the park from open to close
 
thanks! We're hoping to be able to go to different resorts for QS meals to just change things up so this is good to know.

This picture is one someone posted yesterday:
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With DHS 'officially' opening at 10:00 it appears the Skyliner would easily get you there in time.


So are the buses for sure not running at all from Pop to DHS & Epcot? I know they weren't supposed to be, but just curious.
 
Can anyone comment on staying at Pop & taking the Skyliner to DHS? I know DHS literally just opened, but I'm wondering if it would be a good idea to take an uber to the park to be sure to be in before 10am, or if the Skyliner will be running much earlier than park opening.
For Uber, if you get there before the parking lot opens you will be delayed in reaching the drop off point. Once the parking opens there may still be a line for the drop off location.

For the Skyliner, I would not guarantee that you would be there by 10 AM at this time. The key may be "when are you going" vs how it is working today. Disney is really trying to slow down crowding for "Park Opening" to help with social distancing.

Dave
 
Another question, but for Epcot. How are the Festival booth lines? I'm thinking if DHS is such a mess, I might be happier using my repeat day in Epcot (assuming I can get in).
 
So are the buses for sure not running at all from Pop to DHS & Epcot? I know they weren't supposed to be, but just curious.
I don't believe this is correct unless they have made changes. In the past, buses still ran (1 per hour) even during Skyliner hours. Unless you have heard it announced officially, this should still be the case.
 
Question: are they selling water at the relaxation stations, or do you need to pick up bottled water elsewhere if you want to hydrate while you sit?
 
Question: are they selling water at the relaxation stations, or do you need to pick up bottled water elsewhere if you want to hydrate while you sit?
At mk during ap preview they had a cart with bottled water for sale at the tomorrowland terrace location.
Ak i didn't see any
Dhs didn't see any
Going to epcot Saturday
 












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