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

[Farro]

Wow. They seem to be planning to be closed for the long haul...

 

[DGsAtBLT]

If the CP is shutting down and ending early doesnt that make it seem like they think they will be shut longer than these 2 weeks? (PLEASE NO!!!) I'm not familiar with the CP so could it also mean that they just don't want to focus on the program or need those positions?

Without going OT about COVID in general, I was pretty sure this had to go longer than 2 weeks in the first place.

But yes Disney doing this is definitely a sign they may feel that way too.

 

[rteetz]

Walt Disney World Resort to Continue Offering Select Transportation Options Through the End of March

 

[squirk]

I am in same EXACT situation. I am at AKV end of May. I am a AP so dont have to worry about tickets. But, I think it will be a GO.

If it is end of May and World is STILL closed, well then, I think we are all going to have to take step back and reevaluate pretty much EVERYTHING

I have AP for myself, but my wife and kids need MYW PHs. I am not worried about losing or forfeiting anything, as Disney seems to be going out of their way to accommodate rescheduling. I just wonder if there is a relevant planning point I am forgetting or am not aware of.

 

[GirlDreamer]

Someone on the international program posted on facebook that they get to stay, but that they're also free to leave if they want. Many countries have already closed their borders though, so it might not be an option to go home for everyone.

 

[rteetz]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/03/tabl...l4YpbUKF7B1wzJNP89TQPRS4V1zp9--mJjArdxVhligVs

 

[tjmw2727]

Very sad. I've been reading the WDW boards and I've seen posters mention that they have kids in the program currently. One said earlier in threads the daughter applied 2 times before she could get in. So to know they are suspending the program is so devastating. Hope all the students get home safely. How does this impact those who are there internationally?

My dd is at work right now but she is going to be heartbroken as she absolutely loves her program and just extended through July.

I guess I will try and use my SWA credits to fly her home instead of me visiting Wonder how this affects her extension??

eta - I never got to visit her at work and see her in costume as a CM, I was trying to give her some space at the beginning. Ok / thanks for letting me vent about a silly problem in the scope of things.

Again - stay well everyone!

 

[jbish]

I have a late May reservation made with DVC points. My FP window opens up soon, and I still need to buy tickets. My thought is that, as of right now, all lights are still "green" and I should proceed with my ticket-buying and FP+ reservations as originally planned. Any contrary schools of thought?

Sorry if this is addressed earlier; I just don't have time to read through 51 pages of posts.

My two cents: IF you can reschedule for later in the year (as a backup plan) then I would say go ahead and buy your tickets and make your FPs. As of now, it seems like you would be able to move the credit of what you spend on a future trip. Also keep in mind your bank date for your DVC points. But my experience with DVC so far is they are being very flexible and accommodating if you need to cancel. Things are so fluid now that we just have no clue as to what like will look like in May. But if you can be flexible then why not try to make plans in case you can still go. Good luck.

 

[yulilin3]

British revolution just got a call from Disney saying that their contract has been cancelled, last performance is tomorrow, Disney told them it's because of the loss in money from the closure, other acts are probably soon to follow

 

[ram2016]

Need some help. Trip is planned 4/25-5/2. I want to go so badly, but realistically thinking this closure has more of a chance of being extended than it does being lifted. We are a family that goes not a lot. In fact this was going to be a last hoorah for Disney for a while. We’ve saved so hard and it was going to be a trip of a lifetime.
Initial thought is to cancel and go next year. I really don’t think I can wait another year. We pushed back last years trip for this...
Tell me about October. Our SWA tickets expire the end of October and I’d like to not be out that money. Are the pools open? How is the weather? I just don’t want to do and my circle just doesn’t understand what goes into planning these vacations. I don’t think it’s easy to say...let’s move back a month. You miss on the ADR and FP windows

 

[yulilin3]

Need some help. Trip is planned 4/25-5/2. I want to go so badly, but realistically thinking this closure has more of a chance of being extended than it does being lifted. We are a family that goes not a lot. In fact this was going to be a last hoorah for Disney for a while. We’ve saved so hard and it was going to be a trip of a lifetime.
Initial thought is to cancel and go next year. I really don’t think I can wait another year. We pushed back last years trip for this...
Tell me about October. Our SWA tickets expire the end of October and I’d like to not be out that money. Are the pools open? How is the weather? I just don’t want to do and my circle just doesn’t understand what goes into planning these vacations. I don’t think it’s easy to say...let’s move back a month. You miss on the ADR and FP windows

there are several threads already open on people planning rescheduling. For your types of questions I would go there as this one is only related to how the virus is affecting WDW right now

 

[Day-Day]

Have there been any reports of people being able to change the date of their visit while keeping the discount even if the discount originally did not cover the new dates? I am not expecting Disney to do this but thought maybe there is a chance.

For what it is worth, I had an online chat on the Disney site and was told that a change in the booking will be done at the current booking rates for the new dates; so, if I re-book in October, I'll initially book at the current rack rates. My only option showing to make a change in travel dates under "My Plans" in My Disney Experience at the moment is to call.

I'll probably book the new dates then try to get a hold of someone later regarding my current plans with an arrival date of March 22.

 

[yulilin3]

Wow. They seem to be planning to be closed for the long haul...

you'll see lots of coordinators and managers working front of the line for a while (salaried CM in general)

 

[rteetz]

DCL suspended through April 12th.

 

[tjmw2727]

Got a quick text from DD (CP CM at MK) and yes she is being sent home

One of her assignments is the MK parade and she said todays parade was "emotional" for CM's, characters and guests.

 

[yulilin3]

Got a quick text from DD (CP CM at MK) and yes she is being sent home

One of her assignments is the MK parade and she said todays parade was "emotional" for CM's characters and guests.

I'm there tomorrow night and I'm sure I'll be emotional as well. I was there Thursday evening and I was talking to a CP and I was trying to lift up her spirits that the parks were closing by telling her that she now had a 2 week paid vacation, boy have the tables turned. I feel awful for all the CP they are treated like second level CM all the time, being scheduled extra hours and not paid enough and now this.

 

[tjmw2727]

I'm there tomorrow night and I'm sure I'll be emotional as well. I was there Thursday evening and I was talking to a CP and I was trying to lift up her spirits that the parks were closing by telling her that she now had a 2 week paid vacation, boy have the tables turned. I feel awful for all the CP they are treated like second level CM all the time, being scheduled extra hours and not paid enough and now this.

She's working the MK exit now - waving goodbye to guests with her Mickey Glove (she dreamed of this!) and trying not to cry at the irony/reality of it all.

I can't even imagine what tomorrow will be like for all the CM's - my dd has a scheduled day off so at least she won't be working. Good luck to everyone

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Well, I’m wrapped up in that DCL news (with stays before and after at WDW). Although we had already gone through the stages of emotion with what was likely to happen, so in a weird way that news is comforting as it at least helps with planning / financial consequences.

With APs and room only reservations for the WDW parts, we’re fortunate to have max flexibility and can do everything online. These situations make me realize how much I sometimes take that for granted vs those in other ticket/trip situations.

OT - my oldest is 9 and I’m coming to learn just how “tuned in” to things young ones are at that age. We’re trying as best we can to explain why baseball is cancelled, flag football is cancelled, school is cancelled, etc. I can tell it is getting to him and he’s been paying attention to the news we often have on in the background more than I appreciated. Mental health is a real thing. (Sorry, that sounds so preachy and I don’t mean it like that - just hard to articulate).

Meanwhile my 5 year old just asked if leprechauns can get coronavirus, so there’s that.

Stay well everyone.

 

[Takket]

The shuttering of the CP is both heartbreaking and devastating for all those involved. So many dreamed of this program and now they are just cut loose. These commitments go both ways and it is hard to believe Disney can just say "its over, go home". How are these international kids going to get home? This is essentially an internship. I doubt they have the cash to jut get a one-way ticket over seas right now, and what about flight restrictions and their visas being canceled if they aren't part of the program anymore?

I wish Disney would front the cost of flights home at the very least. That's a small investment for them to make sure they get home safe.

These people are all a fantastic asset for Disney that is now lost........ what a heartbreaking situation. They should have advised them to go home if they could but kept the dorms open for those that had nowhere to go.

 

[CalSea12]

Well, I’m wrapped up in that DCL news (with stays before and after at WDW). Although we had already gone through the stages of emotion with what was likely to happen, so in a weird way that news is comforting as it at least helps with planning / financial consequences.

With APs and room only reservations for the WDW parts, we’re fortunate to have max flexibility and can do everything online. These situations make me realize how much I sometimes take that for granted vs those in other ticket/trip situations.

OT - my oldest is 9 and I’m coming to learn just how “tuned in” to things young ones are at that age. We’re trying as best we can to explain why baseball is cancelled, flag football is cancelled, school is cancelled, etc. I can tell it is getting to him and he’s been paying attention to the news we often have on in the background more than I appreciated. Mental health is a real thing. (Sorry, that sounds so preachy and I don’t mean it like that - just hard to articulate).

Meanwhile my 5 year old just asked if leprechauns can get coronavirus, so there’s that.

Stay well everyone.

Your right... my 5 year old last night was in tears... she couldn't understand why in her words "everything is changing"... how it's not fair that WDW has to close. Young kids notice they just dont understand and that has to be frightening.

I really hope WDW is back up for summer.. but understand this is for the best.

Sorry to all those with cancels and the CP CM