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

[mi*vida*loca]

While I agree that they cost a lot, I also think a big reason they aren’t doing them IS because of their current social distancing requirements. You can’t put on a fireworks show at the castle without applying the same social distancing rules they have for rides, which is a giant undertaking to spread everyone out in the hub while still allowing for movement throughout the park, not to mention all the people who stop in other areas to watch, which creates crowds. If they’re going to enforce social distancing, it has to be across the board and not just here and there. I just think it’s too much of a headache and logistically difficult.

If fireworks come back around the holidays it just proves it has nothing to do with social distancing and everything to do with money.

 

[Tom_E_D]

While I agree that they cost a lot, I also think a big reason they aren’t doing them IS because of their current social distancing requirements. You can’t put on a fireworks show at the castle without applying the same social distancing rules they have for rides, which is a giant undertaking to spread everyone out in the hub while still allowing for movement throughout the park, not to mention all the people who stop in other areas to watch, which creates crowds. If they’re going to enforce social distancing, it has to be across the board and not just here and there. I just think it’s too much of a headache and logistically difficult.

You present a good argument for not having fireworks at MK and EP. However, I think they could put on a socially-distanced show at the Fantasmic Theater. They don't for the same reason that they haven't brought back Beauty and the Beast or the Indiana Jones show: $$$.

 

[Turk February]

If fireworks come back around the holidays it just proves it has nothing to do with social distancing and everything to do with money.

totally agree

 

[Nebraska_Disney]

Ironic how we can name all the things that have not come back, quite easily. But, the one thing that has not changed are the costs associated with going. Paying full prices for an experience that is maybe 60% of what it should be is pretty crazy IMO. Heck of a way to kick of the celebration for the 50th anniversary now isn't it.

 

[P'colaBeachBum]

https://www.wdwinfo.com/news-storie...er-pantry-to-help-others-feed-their-families/

 

[yulilin3]

Can we PLEASE stay on topic, it really isn't hard

 

[Nebraska_Disney]

Moderator master: What is the topic? We have 459 pages and I am sure that every single post is on one path, never a deviation. Keep deleting posts, that makes perfect sense.

 

[yulilin3]

Moderator master: What is the topic? We have 459 pages and I am sure that every single post is on one path, never a deviation. Keep deleting posts, that makes perfect sense.

The thread is about operational changes at wdw during this time. Deviation happens and is fine to an extent.
Posting information on how to help cms is not on topic but is ok because it gets the info out there for those that want to help
Chastising people who need help is not ok, neither is being argumentative or sarcastic which is against DIS guidelines and can lead to warning points

 

[Nebraska_Disney]

The thread is about operational changes at wdw during this time. Deviation happens and is fine to an extent.
Posting information on how to help cms is not on topic but is ok because it gets the info out there for those that want to help
Chastising people who need help is not ok, neither is being argumentative or sarcastic which is against DIS guidelines and can lead to warning points

I never chastised anyone, btw. Sorry I shared an opinion, which I had in the post. In all honesty, it makes perfect business sense to lay off people in an underperforming segment of the Disney operations. Probably not the last round either.

 

[yulilin3]

Frozen Sing Along returns this coming Monday with performances starting at 10:30am then every hour on the half hour until 6:30pm

 

[hmkenn0]

So many of my friends I worked with for years were laid off today. One was a manager for front desk at boardwalk, another worked as a manager in the parks for custodial, another is an attractions manager. Every one of them are incredible cast members. I was there on 9/11 and for the cuts after that, I left the company right before the downturn in 2008/2009 but this is so much worse than either of those. Many of these friends were so Disney I can’t imagine them not being there. All of them were guest relations cast and vip/keys to the kingdom/family magic guides. They are the best of the best. This hit will hurt the company for a very, very long time.

 

[tinkerhon]

Frozen Sing Along returns this coming Monday with performances starting at 10:30am then every hour on the half hour until 6:30pm

Any word on Ben P ? I thought I read somewhere that he is no longer working for/at Disney--- hope its not true !!!

 

[yulilin3]

Any word on Ben P ? I thought I read somewhere that he is no longer working for/at Disney--- hope its not true !!!

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[yulilin3]

Some quick service locations reopening soon
Oct. 2: The Friar’s Nook and Adventureland Spring Roll Cart

Oct. 9: The Lunching Pad
Beach club marketplace reopening today

 

[yulilin3]

DHS operational updates starting Oct 4th

Merchandise

Beginning Sunday, Oct. 4, Keystone Clothiers on Hollywood Boulevard will reopen. The location will operate from 12 p.m. to park close.

Food & Beverage

Beginning Sunday, Oct. 4 the following food and beverage locations will have adjusted operating hours:

• Backlot Express – 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Ronto Roasters – 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• PizzeRizzo – 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

After 3pm Ronto wraps will be available at DB7

 

[brockash]

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Noooo...I mean I'm happy for him, but man he was awesome...really he's the only reason we watch the Frozen show...I have the best memory of a trip a cpl years ago with just my kids and me and my oldest was 16 ...typical teenager. We saw the Frozen show with him and my son laughed so hard and genuinely...made my heart so full that he as a 16 year old boy could still find some true joy at Disney.

 

[DisneyNDecember]

So many of my friends I worked with for years were laid off today. One was a manager for front desk at boardwalk, another worked as a manager in the parks for custodial, another is an attractions manager. Every one of them are incredible cast members. I was there on 9/11 and for the cuts after that, I left the company right before the downturn in 2008/2009 but this is so much worse than either of those. Many of these friends were so Disney I can’t imagine them not being there. All of them were guest relations cast and vip/keys to the kingdom/family magic guides. They are the best of the best. This hit will hurt the company for a very, very long time.

My heart breaks reading this, this is so sad. I hope and pray they get their jobs back as soon as possible.

 

[nursejackie]

Paying full prices for an experience that is maybe 60% of what it should be is pretty crazy IMO

I totally agree. We pay extra to stay onsite for EMH and fastpasses 60 day window but these are gone but no discount for the loss. UK tickets include free park hopping and entry to 6 parks, now there's not park hopping allowed and only 4 parks, but yet the ticket costs more than ever.

 

[dachsie]

I totally agree. We pay extra to stay onsite for EMH and fastpasses 60 day window but these are gone but no discount for the loss. UK tickets include free park hopping and entry to 6 parks, now there's not park hopping allowed and only 4 parks, but yet the ticket costs more than ever.

You can get the money back from the park hopper portion by going to guest services or calling ahead of trip

 

[Tom_E_D]

You can get the money back from the park hopper portion by going to guest services or calling ahead of trip

That's true in cases where you pay extra for park hopping. However, he/she already said the UK tickets get "free" park hopping and water park entry.