Rumor about “modified experiences” when Disney reopens (read 1st post for potential modifications being considered)

[Jroceagles]

Maybe they already set capacity levels internally

treu but what about those who booked 8 9 or 10 months ago? they couldnt limit it then? just curious

 

[Pickle Rick]

Plus, if universal are seen to be doing more to make guests and team members safe then disney will probably have to match those measures

They'll essentially be operating under the same guidelines and restrictions, watch. What I find interesting is some of the same people wanting WDW and UO to open up as soon as possible, are also the ones who want the least restrictions possible. If these companies are going to open up anything in June, it will be done in a manner that ensures they'll never have to close again. And it won't be anything like "normal" was before closure.

 

[DisSurfer878]

question is how do they do the 50%....vacas are booked and people payed....how do they tell some not to come? or am I missing something?

Quite simply. Limit it to people onsite and with APs. And even then, turn people away once the parks are full for a day. It's happened many times before. Park is full, gates are closed.

 

[cakebaker]

Good question. Its why encouraging people to rebook was a bad idea.

Reservations are wide open. I doubt they’re anywhere near 50% booked. I wish I knew the actual statistics, but I seriously doubt the majority of guests are on site on any given day. I’ve seen a park at capacity and half that would still be crowded, IMO. Regardless, if they go by the closure rules they have now, on site guests are the last to be blocked out.

 

[anthony2k7]

These measures would be the bare minimum to open. I’m sure Disney will tweak these.

I would certainly hope so. There isnt much detail on how distancing will be maintained generally in parks, or transport or in shops there. It's basically theatre to make it look like they're doing something.

If nothing extra is done then I definitely wouldn't feel safe visiting anytime soon.

 

[chad_1138]

If they limit to 50%, limit to only AP and resort guests, and can have all 4 parks going, no park should hit 50% capacity.

 

[rpb718]

I'm still trying to picture Jungle Cruise in a boat with social distancing and a skipper with a mask. Cross one thing off my FP+ list.

 

[anthony2k7]

They'll essentially be operating under the same guidelines and restrictions, watch. What I find interesting is some of the same people wanting WDW and UO to open up as soon as possible, are also the ones who want the least restrictions possible. If these companies are going to open up anything in June, it will be done in a manner that ensures they'll never have to close again. And it won't be anything like "normal" was before closure.

Well I agree it should be on the basis that they do not close again - but I cant see those guidelines being enough to prevent the 2nd wave as they are currently.

 

[DisSurfer878]

I would certainly hope so. There isnt much detail on how distancing will be maintained generally in parks, or transport or in shops there. It's basically theatre to make it look like they're doing something.

If nothing extra is done then I definitely wouldn't feel safe visiting anytime soon.

It's not explicit, but I imagine shop and food lines would also have those "social distance standing places". Transport is going to be tricky though.

 

[Pickle Rick]

Well I agree it should be on the basis that they do not close again - but I cant see those guidelines being enough to prevent the 2nd wave as they are currently.

Which is why I have no doubt they'll tweak them. This is far from over, IMO.

 

[Sandiz08]

I'm still trying to picture Jungle Cruise in a boat with social distancing and a skipper with a mask. Cross one thing off my FP+ list.

They could wear African masks and the disney princesses could wear masquerade masks that match their outfits.

 

[Jroceagles]

Well I agree it should be on the basis that they do not close again - but I cant see those guidelines being enough to prevent the 2nd wave as they are currently.

not sure anything but complete long term closures can prevent a 2nd wave....and that just isn't going to happen...its not realistic for any business big or small to do that. people wont do that..I am in NJ and the # of cars on the road each morning is slowly growing.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

I suspect the 50% limit is irrelevant anyway as I doubt they'll have enough guests wanting to go to hit 50%.

50% being of the absolute maximum as in new years day capacity levels I presume?

definite think 50% of [x]% is a big variable -if it is 50% of the absolutely max then I think 50% will still feel rather crowded (or more crowded than I would think would be good for a "phase 1") but if 50% of a "standard" day I think that would be more reasonable

Like with rides - there is a theoretical maximum throughput and a practical throughput ... I was picturing more 50% of practical throughput, but I could be off

 

[tlmadden73]

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Same here - booked for mid- late july, and no way we are going if epcot is closed.

In other news - homeschooling and my disboard time has been erratic, at best

Would have to buy our park passes may 16 for in order to book FPS
what is current ticket ( no package) refund/exchange policy ?
I believe we would have to use by Dec 31 2020? Is that correct ?
TIA !

I think at this point .. if Disney opens up with modified experiences .. I would have to be offered a SIGNIFICANT discount to come down. I am already anticipating my mid June trip to be cancelled (either by Disney .. or by my own choice depending on a lot of things).

And by significant I would mean something like:
1) Stay at a Disney resort in 2020 (while we have "modified experiences") and come to the parks FOR FREE for every day of your stay.
2) Don't cancel your existing Summer 2020 reservation and get a bounceback offer of 50% off any resort hotel (no restrictions) "later"

I mean .. if an entire park is closed or if "indoor" attractions aren't open or M&Gs are not available .. Disney will have to really entice non-locals to come to the parks for many many months once they re-open .. especially if air travel is still deemed "risky".

And if Disney has to offer huge discounts to get people back in the door, then do they bother opening at all until things are "normal"?

 

[godisney14]

It's not explicit, but I imagine shop and food lines would also have those "social distance standing places". Transport is going to be tricky though.

If it’s anything like how the airlines are going about it still, there will be no social distancing. Just keep on packing them in as there are seats available.

 

[chad_1138]

I think at this point .. if Disney opens up with modified experiences .. I would have to be offered a SIGNIFICANT discount to come down. I am already anticipating my mid June trip to be cancelled (either by Disney .. or by my own choice depending on a lot of things).

And by significant I would mean something like:
1) Stay at a Disney resort in 2020 (while we have "modified experiences") and come to the parks FOR FREE for every day of your stay.
2) Don't cancel your existing Summer 2020 reservation and get a bounceback offer of 50% off any resort hotel (no restrictions) "later"

I mean .. if an entire park is closed or if "indoor" attractions aren't open or M&Gs are not available .. Disney will have to really entice non-locals to come to the parks for many many months once they re-open .. especially if air travel is still deemed "risky".

And if Disney has to offer huge discounts to get people back in the door, then do they bother opening at all until things are "normal"?

This could be a big incentive to get those of use that already planned trips for this summer months ago. My DW and I were talking about what the possible bounceback offer(s) could be for this summer. We are planning on keeping our July trip (5-17 at Pop).

 

[KBoopaloo]

That's a lot of hand sanitizer they're gonna need!

Not sure how I feel about these guidelines. Kinda feels like doing just enough to justify trying to run the parks as close to normal as possible. I doubt it will be enough to actually protect from outbreaks.

I’m sure Disney will have an inside track for these kinds of supply issues but I know it will be harder for a lot of smaller businesses. I know of someone running a golf course and club here hoping to open soon-ish but he is unable to track down a reliable and available supply of hand sanitizer.

 

[anthony2k7]

If it’s anything like how the airlines are going about it still, there will be no social distancing. Just keep on packing them in as there are seats available.

I think airlines are a bit behind on implementing measures. I'm surprised governments havent done more to require action by the airlines - although with them all demanding bailouts anyway I assume they are perhaps using lack of action as a tool as part of bailout discussions.

 

[cakebaker]

I think at this point .. if Disney opens up with modified experiences .. I would have to be offered a SIGNIFICANT discount to come down. I am already anticipating my mid June trip to be cancelled (either by Disney .. or by my own choice depending on a lot of things).

If Disney is trying to encourage non-residents to come, they're going to have to offer some incentive to keep reservations, especially if the modifications are significant. A great deal depends on if they limiit who can enter the parks- If it's only resort guests or resort guests and AP's they're even more likely to discount. If they decide to limit to residents only, there's no reason to discount. I know on the call, they were talking about Fl tourism in general when they said the first phase of marketing would be targeting residents- doesn't mean they'd block non-residents, but it may mean promotions won't be out for out of state. This of course wasn't Disney specific, so who knows.

 

[anthony2k7]

One more thing I will say on these measures is that a month ago I may have thought these were enough.

That however was before iv seen all the steps employers have had to take to remain open during the last month. Retailers limiting 10 customers at a time, one way systems in stores, markings on floors and protective screens around the checkout areas for employees for example. That has set my expectations on social distancing.

So as I say a month ago these suggested measures may have been my expectation, but my opinion has moved on and I suspect I'm not the only one.