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

[bookbunny]

https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020...sFDGZAIoc403w5EGrlOYdahEk4PKFEyu4XzXVDzgDAzP8 Just found this.

 

[gottalovepluto]

I just read an article that said there could be a provision in the next stimulus package that would shield companies from Coronavirus liability. So it seems to be something that’s at least being discussed.

I expect that eventually. It’s the sort of thing that could bog down the legal system for years with no certain conclusions.

 

[gottalovepluto]

https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020...DGZAIoc403w5EGrlOYdahEk4PKFEyu4XzXVDzgDAzP8-U Just found this.

Nothing we haven’t hashed to death already me thinks...

 

[gottalovepluto]

While I understand safety and social distancing, what amount of money does Disney make from photos? We bought Memory Maker, as I’m sure many do, but without characters/photographers it loses its value and Disney loses that revenue - because I’m certainly cancelling ours without characters/character dining. Does anyone think some work around may be offered for photographs for money making? That sounds cold, but the fact that Disney is a business has been soundly addressed.

Not your question but it reminded me... I expect the days of Photo CMs using your camera to take photos are done for now...

Is memory maker refundable? I rather expect them to stick it to guests who bought that, and APs who buy it as a part of their AP, under the logic we get ride photos and around the park photos without characters. It’s not right but that’s what I expect...

 

[yulilin3]

Not your question but it reminded me... I expect the days of Photo CMs using your camera to take photos are done for now...

Is memory maker refundable? I rather expect them to stick it to guests who bought that, and APs who buy it as a part of their AP, under the logic we get ride photos and around the park photos without characters. It’s not right but that’s what I expect...

Not necessarily, they could have hand sanitizer added to their costume

 

[ugagal07]

Not your question but it reminded me... I expect the days of Photo CMs using your camera to take photos are done for now...

Is memory maker refundable? I rather expect them to stick it to guests who bought that, and APs who buy it as a part of their AP, under the logic we get ride photos and around the park photos without characters. It’s not right but that’s what I expect...

I don’t think it’s refundable but I haven’t tried to get a refund yet. I’m waiting to see what is available and what isn’t before I try it. But we won’t be using it on most of the rides with photos. We have 4 character meals booked and FP+ to meet several more, without those open, it’s not worth it for us with a 5 & 7 year old.

I’d like to not get stuck with it, especially with a lesser park and dining experience, but we will see...

 

[LSUmiss]

I wish they would decide on the no transportation thing soon. I want to book flights b/c they’re cheap right now. If it’s closed & we can’t go at all then I can use those flight credits to fly whenever they are open. But, if they’re open & there is no transportation then we can just drive & I don’t need flights .

 

[AtlantaDisneyDreamer]

Not your question but it reminded me... I expect the days of Photo CMs using your camera to take photos are done for now...

Is memory maker refundable? I rather expect them to stick it to guests who bought that, and APs who buy it as a part of their AP, under the logic we get ride photos and around the park photos without characters. It’s not right but that’s what I expect...

It is not refundable for those of us who bought a non-discounted AP. It may be considered just an “extra” of the AP, but it was certainly a big factor in deciding to get the AP instead of regular park tickets.

I am also wondering how we tap our magic bands and still maintain social distancing with the photographers. Maybe they have a standing station now where we tap and the photographer doesn’t have to get close to us?
It will be interesting to see what modifications they make with photos.

 

[gottalovepluto]

It is not refundable for those of us who bought a non-discounted AP. It may be considered just an “extra” of the AP, but it was certainly a big factor in deciding to get the AP instead of regular park tickets.

I am also wondering how we tap our magic bands and still maintain social distancing with the photographers. Maybe they have a standing station now where we tap and the photographer doesn’t have to get close to us?
It will be interesting to see what modifications they make with photos.

There will be lots of moments social distancing is not maintained at the park, just like in every day life when someone hands you the groceries or takes your credit card. I would think that’s not something they’re concerned with for the photographers as it’s such a quick interaction anyway.

 

[mdglover]

After hearing these doctors today, I am now of the thinking that Disney might make it "optional" and not mandatory for masks.

When it comes to masks, I’ve been in the boat that I believe it will be optional to wear. If Disney is to require this, which would give the impression that by wearing the mask you are safer than not, they are then potentially held more liable in many people’s minds if an outbreak occurs. Also, they are then held liable if it’s required and someone may have a heat stroke, or other potential health problems, that may come from getting overheated while wearing it.

When I worked for Disney, I had a friend who was a CM at DHS and part of her costume was a piece similar to a bow tie. A large portion of her work area was outdoors and she was not required to wear this piece if it was a certain temp outside and above due to the potential threat of overheating.

IMO, Disney is looking at all potential health risks, not just Coronavirus right now. And that will play just as large of a part of their decisions, especially regarding masks.

 

[mshanson3121]

https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020...sFDGZAIoc403w5EGrlOYdahEk4PKFEyu4XzXVDzgDAzP8 Just found this.

I hadn't heard of the contract tracing before (this way) and nope! I'm not being tracked by Bluetooth. I'll gladly forgo Disney before I'll agree to that method.

Side note - it's the first mention I had seen of a possible vaccine by Sept? Not sure how I feel about that.

 

[fbb]

I hadn't heard of the contract tracing before (this way) and nope! I'm not being tracked by Bluetooth. I'll gladly forgo Disney before I'll agree to that method.

Side note - it's the first mention I had seen of a possible vaccine by Sept? Not sure how I feel about that.

So your phone beeps and your vacation is over? Sit in the jail in the queue at Pirates for 14 days?

 

[Jimmy Mouse]

I would take all of the above with a very large grain of salt. I highly doubt there is any source behind these rumors.

I agree! This Jimmy Mouse character …. Jeez, what a story teller

 

[DisLiss]

While I understand safety and social distancing, what amount of money does Disney make from photos? We bought Memory Maker, as I’m sure many do, but without characters/photographers it loses its value and Disney loses that revenue - because I’m certainly cancelling ours without characters/character dining. Does anyone think some work around may be offered for photographs for money making? That sounds cold, but the fact that Disney is a business has been soundly addressed.

Personally, I'd still get the memory maker. Even without character meet and greets, that allows me to get pics on the rides and I like that. Plus, they may still have photographers out and about taking traditional (non magic) photos. If they don't have to give you a bunch of special instructions it's easier for them to stay a safe distance from you while snapping your photo.

 

[Joe Brig]

The parks cannot open if there is still social distancing. Unless they sell 50% less tickets at 2x the price.

 

[anthony2k7]

Yes it would provide companies at least some degree of protection from lawsuits from employees or customers.
Who knows if it will ever be passed; but I’m sure Big Business is lobbying for it.

Seems crazy to be able to sign away employee and customer safety on mass.

 

[anthony2k7]

I hadn't heard of the contract tracing before (this way) and nope! I'm not being tracked by Bluetooth. I'll gladly forgo Disney before I'll agree to that method.

Side note - it's the first mention I had seen of a possible vaccine by Sept? Not sure how I feel about that.

They wont even know for sure if it works against the virus by September and definitely have no clue if it is safe by then. No thanks!

 

[anthony2k7]

Personally, I'd still get the memory maker. Even without character meet and greets, that allows me to get pics on the rides and I like that. Plus, they may still have photographers out and about taking traditional (non magic) photos. If they don't have to give you a bunch of special instructions it's easier for them to stay a safe distance from you while snapping your photo.

But maybe there is the opportunity there for them to significantly increase the magic moment shots or whatever they are called where the characters are added into the photos digitally??

 

[Megsmachine]

In 2009 they had buy 4 get 3 free days free park tickets.

In 2009 we were a family of 5 (3 Disney adults, 2 children). We stayed at POR, had the dinning plan and stayed for 8 days, 7 nights, starting the weekend of the marathon in January. $1900 for our accommodations, tickets and free dining.

 

[Palendat]

In 2009 we were a family of 5 (3 Disney adults, 2 children). We stayed at POR, had the dinning plan and stayed for 8 days, 7 nights, starting the weekend of the marathon in January. $1900 for our accommodations, tickets and free dining.

Those were the days! Sigh