Superthread for Disneyland Resort Closure and Reopening, 3/14/20 - 7/17/20: Please Post All Relevant Questions and Information Here!

[Jrb1979]

I'm in agreement with what California is doing. Places of mass gatherings should be way down the list of opening. I would hope Florida does the same. The economy can run without theme parks for awhile longer.

 

[disneyland_is_magic]

Did he mention if it’s going to the whole state all together at the same phase or if they would do it regional?

 

[captain_hug99]

In this scenario, schools are also known as “free childcare” allowing parents to return to work. Also, no recess and strict social distancing is being recommended. Specific activities and behaviors can be enforced in schools and not so much within a theme park.

No recess?

 

[EmJ]

Did he mention if it’s going to the whole state all together at the same phase or if they would do it regional?

He stated that the whole state is required to follow the statewide order, which would include the Governor's and Public Health's direction on moving from phase to phase. However, regions can enforce rules that are more stringent as the statewide order, like what is happening currently in San Francisco.

 

[hiroMYhero]

No recess?

That’s being reported in some guidelines - staggered shorter days, students eat in classrooms and not in cafeterias, etc., but, still no safeguards for teachers.

“Any changes to the school year would be part of a larger scheme to expand childcare and the gradual reopening of lower-risk businesses, Newsom said.”
https://flip.it/t0nQlD
At least CMs will be protected if the parks don’t open until Stage 4.

 

[gottalovepluto]

Clearly Amusement Parks are included in Phase 4 as a "larger entertainment venue" drawing crowds. I won't speculate what I think that means, since it's not allowed here.

Not clear imho due to theme parks earlier exclusion from large gathering requirements. Wait for actual “theme park” info before drawing conclusions folks!

 

[mentos]

Not clear imho due to theme parks earlier exclusion from large gathering requirements. Wait for actual “theme park” info before drawing conclusions folks!

Same, he distinctly separated theme parks from other gatherings in early March. I'm optimistic, and with news that Pfizer could release a vaccine this fall (pending early study results) could fill in the "therapeutics" requirement of phase 4.

Cautiously optimistic.

 

[lcp9]

therapeutics or a vaccine - that could be a very long time, or never. Bold move Cotton, let's see if it pays off!

 

[mrsw94]

@EmJ
Excellent Summary. You covered everything I heard as well. (I did have to make my lunch, but that was during the Q&A). He never said the words "Theme Parks" (I was paying close attention).
The schools in Phase 2 is still a little odd, but I think that might be in combination with the statements about having the 2020-2021 school year start early, so maybe a push to get the schools to start preparing. There was a brief mention of Summer Camps, but they didn't really elaborate, or even say what Phase they belonged in. (At least that I remember.)

 

[midnight star]

https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/airlines-masks-middle-seats-beverage-service/index.html
For people traveling via airplane in the coming months, here are some updates on airlines.

 

[CaliforniaGirl09]

Same, he distinctly separated theme parks from other gatherings in early March. I'm optimistic, and with news that Pfizer could release a vaccine this fall (pending early study results) could fill in the "therapeutics" requirement of phase 4.

Cautiously optimistic.

Oxford has one that is ahead of that, I think. Crossing fingers! that one or more turn out to work (and soon!). https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/27/world/europe/coronavirus-vaccine-update-oxford.html

I live in SF Bay Area so was watching today's update very closely. Newsom might not have said theme parks, but I can't see how he would make an exception for Disney given the cautiousness of how the state is proceeding. I suspect they will watch the opening of WDW and see how that goes.

 

[cruisehopeful]

Sadly, I caught enough of the press conference to hear Newsom say, several times, that we are weeks away from Phase 2 and months away from Phase 3 and months away from Phase 4 and that if people aren't following shelter in place, we will backtrack and all these timelines will be pushed further out. While he didn't mention theme parks at all, I suspect they would be a late part of Phase 3/early Phase 4 based on what else is considered Phase 3 and Phase 4.

While I am bummed about Disneyland being closed for so long, it's much tougher on me to have everything else closed for so long. If they decide to open hotels before the parks, I'll probably be one of the people going to stay in the hotel and renting a cabana so that I have my social distance space. That's kind of a pipe dream as the economy tanks, but it sounds like fun right now.

 

[KPeterso]

Premier Pass Holders ---- Not sure if anyone has called and asked this question...

I have a Premier Pass (the AP for both DL and WDW). If the parks open on different schedules (which seems highly likely), do we know when the calendar will restart? My pass should have expired 3/28, so I should have about 2 weeks left on it. So will the clock for the extra days start from the date WDW opens or DL? As a DL local, I would prefer DL as I would actually have a chance to use those days whereas for WDW, my only possible plans there are for September and I am thinking of cancelling anyway.

It is ok if no one has asked. I can probably try to find time to call soon.

 

[dina444444]

Premier Pass Holders ---- Not sure if anyone has called and asked this question...

I have a Premier Pass (the AP for both DL and WDW). If the parks open on different schedules (which seems highly likely), do we know when the calendar will restart? My pass should have expired 3/28, so I should have about 2 weeks left on it. So will the clock for the extra days start from the date WDW opens or DL? As a DL local, I would prefer DL as I would actually have a chance to use those days whereas for WDW, my only possible plans there are for September and I am thinking of cancelling anyway.

It is ok if no one has asked. I can probably try to find time to call soon.

I’m wondering this as well because there’s a very good chance that WDW is going to open before Disneyland does.

 

[mentos]

While I am bummed about Disneyland being closed for so long, it's much tougher on me to have everything else closed for so long. If they decide to open hotels before the parks, I'll probably be one of the people going to stay in the hotel and renting a cabana so that I have my social distance space. That's kind of a pipe dream as the economy tanks, but it sounds like fun right now.

Is it selfish of me to hope that, for at least a limited period of time, the parks be only open to DLR hotel guests?

I have these pangs of nostalgia for when the parks would be downright empty on a Tuesday (heck even a Friday) in late September back in the early/mid-00s and close up by 8pm. It would be a neat (albeit sad) throwback to experience that again.

 

[Mama_Cass]

Yes it will go back to my original payment form. Oh and you need to have your order number (so the email you got with the tickets) NOT the ticket numbers. Luckily I had my email still also.

For anyone interested I received my refund from my families Canadian Resident Tickets today on my credit card. Called in on Saturday or Sunday (don’t remember exactly which day). Good luck if you need refunds

 

[Aurora0427]

I'm in agreement with what California is doing. Places of mass gatherings should be way down the list of opening. I would hope Florida does the same. The economy can run without theme parks for awhile longer.

Florida has just announced the they’re leaving it up to Universal and Disney as for when they feel it’s appropriate to open. They’ll need to file a plan showing how they’re implementing CDC recommendations. Head over to the Rumors and News board for the link.

Sorry @Jrb1979 I just realized you’ve been over there this morning!

Will keep this I guess if anyone here is interested in going over and checking out the link!

 

[midnight star]

I read somewhere but cannot find the link, that Phase 2 the counties can decide what restrictions to loosen. So if that is true, Orange County could decide what happens with Disneyland

 

[mentos]

I agree. I don't understand that either. I need a haircut so badly! DH actually resorted to shaving off all his hair with some clippers. I'm not quite ready to go that route yet.

I like having an excuse for having terrible hair

 

[Waveshell]

Premier Pass Holders ---- Not sure if anyone has called and asked this question...

I have a Premier Pass (the AP for both DL and WDW). If the parks open on different schedules (which seems highly likely), do we know when the calendar will restart? My pass should have expired 3/28, so I should have about 2 weeks left on it. So will the clock for the extra days start from the date WDW opens or DL? As a DL local, I would prefer DL as I would actually have a chance to use those days whereas for WDW, my only possible plans there are for September and I am thinking of cancelling anyway.

It is ok if no one has asked. I can probably try to find time to call soon.

We're the same, but reversed! We're local to WDW, with summer visits to DL... so please share whatever you find! I was waiting to call once I heard more about opening on either coast.