WDW COVID-19 Operational Changes- Reservation System-Rope Drop Procedures

[Sarahslay]

I’m guessing if the promotion specifically includes all reservations that had been booked up until June 30th, there is no way they are considering opening DL before July 1. Maybe I’m just reading it with a really pessimistic eye?

I don't think you're wrong, with the way the Governor in Cali is approaching reopening the state it's going to be a while until DL can reopen, and it certainly won't be in June. Now, WDW is a bit of a different story, and them reopening is completely dependant on data trends so they can't say one way or the other at the moment. It could be a few weeks, or it could be a few months if things really go downhill and Florida has to take a step back and slow down reopening.

 

[cakebaker]

I’m guessing if the promotion specifically includes all reservations that had been booked up until June 30th, there is no way they are considering opening DL before July 1. Maybe I’m just reading it with a really pessimistic eye?

I think it’s realistic, not pessimistic. I wouldn’t even consider it solid evidence they’re planning on opening July 1, it certainly wasn’t with WDW. I think it’s a just in case we decide to open offer and an indication there isn’t going to be much advance notice once they do open.

 

[pangyal]

They clearly have some sort of strategy at play with the rolling weekly cancellations. Maybe trying not to overwhelm the system by closing too much at once? Maybe hedging that something will be able to open in some fashion? They have themselves lots of leeway with the “closed indefinitely” language and now the “closed temporarily” designation. It’s crazy but don’t see it changing.

My understanding is the same as what you stated above, that cancelling on a week-by-week basis allows the CMs to manage the flood of calls and such that result from people trying to rebook or having questions about any part of the cancellation process.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Just FYI for those inclined, an active thread on mask discussion can be found here:

https://www.disboards.com/threads/the-great-mask-debate.3801186/

 

[merry_nbright]

Following

 

[brockash]

Because maybe their trips will still be happening? We have no idea what any of this means.

They're not happening...mine's one of them (rescheduled from April and again May.) I get wanting to hope there's still a chance (I've done it myself for 2 months,) but it's over...parks will not be open June. Disney won't announce anything, instead will quietly cacel a week at a time, just as they have for the last month plus. They're doing the exact same thing they did for May reservations. Anyone thinking there's a chance for parks opening in June is just fooling themselves...absolutely no offense (I fooled myself for 2 month, but have accepted it's done.)

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Just FYI, the recent flurry of mask posts have been moved to the mask thread referenced in my post two posts up. Thanks all.

 

[wilkydelts]

They're not happening...mine's one of them (rescheduled from April and again May.) I get wanting to hope there's still a chance (I've done it myself for 2 months,) but it's over...parks will not be open June. Disney won't announce anything, instead will quietly cacel a week at a time, just as they have for the last month plus. They're doing the exact same thing they did for May reservations. Anyone thinking there's a chance for parks opening in June is just fooling themselves...absolutely no offense (I fooled myself for 2 month, but have accepted it's done.)

No one knows what is going to happen. People can hope if they choose. June is still a long ways away and people at the end of June are not in any different situation then the people in the beginning of July. The middle of this week could end plans for the first week of June.

 

[cakebaker]

Anyone thinking there's a chance for parks opening in June is just fooling themselves...absolutely no offense (I fooled myself for 2 month, but have accepted it's done.)

And there’s the reason for my #foolmeonce. I’d like nothing better than to see a June 15 opening, but it’s not happening. Reservations are way down. ADRs were in the tank for June. I still had my choice of resorts outside of CSR using an AP discount. I could buy they might close reservations if they planned on allowing anyone to enter the parks. But.....As late as a few days ago, I could book CRT for any day I wanted during the June portion of our stay. That has never happened. I haven’t gotten CRT in years because It’s always booked. If they had any thought of opening, they would not have closed ADRs, hard ticket events and dessert parties for June. #foolmeonce

 

[brich330]

Until a lot of CM’s start getting called back/hired I’m not going to hold on to any hope for now. Yes, a lot of training could be done online, but the parks aren’t a show up and turn the lights on kinda of job. They’ll need to be trained on the ground to handle the new social distancing guidelines. I’m starting to wonder though, if they’re just waiting for schools to resume to help minimize the younger crowd (the ones who will struggle the most with these changes).

 

[Sarahslay]

And there’s the reason for my #foolmeonce. I’d like nothing better than to see a June 15 opening, but it’s not happening. Reservations are way down. ADRs were in the tank for June. I still had my choice of resorts outside of CSR using an AP discount. I could buy they might close reservations if they planned on allowing anyone to enter the parks. But.....As late as a few days ago, I could book CRT for any day I wanted during the June portion of our stay. That has never happened. I haven’t gotten CRT in years because It’s always booked. If they had any thought of opening, they would not have closed ADRs, hard ticket events and dessert parties for June. #foolmeonce

The only reason I still hold out hope for June, even with closing of events and ADRs, is the statement they made about there being some experiences that may not be available when they first open the parks. They might be trying to prepare for that, we have absolutely no idea. I really don't think June 1 is likely, but I still think end of June could still happen if not slightly earlier (I don't even have a June reservation, mine is in July, that I'm still hopeful for but realistic it might not happen). At some point they have to turn a corner and start making moves to reopen, we just don't know what that time is or what it will look like.

 

[MomOTwins]

Not sure if this is the right place to comment on this video, but I was impressed with the modifications. Outside of the initial health screening (which of course is pretty critical but will have to be different at WDW), I thought the most interesting thing was having CMs stationed in various places to ensure people were following the rules. I'm generally skeptical but this actually seems as if it could work.

The part where I rolled eyes a bit was where they went to quick service dining and showed the plan to social distance consisted of little paper “do not sit here” cards on half the tables. Maybe people will be more polite in China but given all the entitled boorish people with the “I paid a fortune for this and I’ll do what I want” attitude in the US parks I foresee a lot of those cards hopping Forky-style to the nearest trash can.

 

[yankeesfan123]

Yea my family watched that video and was like... “nope. Desperate.” My wife literally said, “it seems like going into Chernobyl but pretending like it’s fun.”

more room for the rest of you guys!

 

[randumb0]

Just watched the video and this looks to be too stressful if you are a family with small kids and a stroller

 

[vinotinto]

Until a lot of CM’s start getting called back/hired I’m not going to hold on to any hope for now. Yes, a lot of training could be done online, but the parks aren’t a show up and turn the lights on kinda of job. They’ll need to be trained on the ground to handle the new social distancing guidelines. I’m starting to wonder though, if they’re just waiting for schools to resume to help minimize the younger crowd (the ones who will struggle the most with these changes).

Yeah, I’m waiting for bioreconstruct to show aerial views of CMs painting/pasting social distancing markers on the ground. We haven’t yet seen anything like that, right?

re: school. Our school year was supposed to end May 21 and has been pushed forward to May 15. We won’t see kids going ”back” this school year. Do you mean waiting to see if school in the Fall will be virtual or not?

 

[brich330]

Yeah, I’m waiting for bioreconstruct to show aerial views of CMs painting/pasting social distancing markers on the ground. We haven’t yet seen anything like that, right?

re: school. Our school year was supposed to end May 21 and has been pushed forward to May 15. We won’t see kids going ”back” this school year. Do you mean waiting to see if school in the Fall will be virtual or not?

Yes, I meant school in the fall. That’s just my opinion though, and I know it’s not a popular one. I think Disney will open up at a loss due to capacity no matter when they open (regardless of how big that opening week will be). However, In this scenario they would have a better chance at pulling off the social distancing guidelines. And, if you can’t make money, the next best thing is good PR. That being said, I have a trip booked in July and I don’t want this to happen. I think Disney is viewing this as a marathon, and not a sprint. Long term, good PR will help a lot of people feel more comfortable about booking fall/late fall trips. But...I hope I’m wrong.

 

[wilkydelts]

What day each week does Disney cancel the next wave of dates? I am most curious to see if they do or not do it on time with the next wave of cancelling dates hits June.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

What day each week does Disney cancel the next wave of dates? I am most curious to see if they do or not do it on time with the next wave of cancelling dates hits June.

The e-mails going out to guests with impacted reservations have been on Wednesdays, generally during the daytime hours (EDT). (With the usual caveat that not everyone receives an e-mail, for unknown reasons). I believe a TA notice has also been going out on Wednesdays as well (someone correct me if I’m mistaken on that part).

The park calendar has been getting updated on Thursdays, generally in the afternoon EDT.

 

[WishesQueen]

What day each week does Disney cancel the next wave of dates? I am most curious to see if they do or not do it on time with the next wave of cancelling dates hits June.

I cancelled my June 6th reservation because I didn't want to make full payment. I wonder if they happen offer anything again I would be entitled. What do you guys think?

 

[Katie1174]

What day each week does Disney cancel the next wave of dates? I am most curious to see if they do or not do it on time with the next wave of cancelling dates hits June.

We got our ‘your trip has been impacted’ email on a Tues., also on Tues. all of our 3 AH Parties automatically dropped off MDE but our park tickets still had our original dates on them. On Thurs. they cleared all the park hours for our week and on Fri. they changed our park tickets expiration date to 12/15. Also our credit card had all our 3 AH credits already posted. We then formally cancelled on the next Sun. and our room deposit was back on our card by Fri.