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

[Jrb1979]

So you think phase one will last 8 weeks? Why?

No but it will take that long to get to Phase 3. I doubt Disney opens before then. I also doubt it will a smooth 2 weeks between phases. There will be spikes that delay the phases.

 

[P'colaBeachBum]

If it does go smoothly then toward the end of June maybe.

One step at a time. Need to see how phase 1 goes and the official word from Disney.

 

[Jrb1979]

One step at a time. Need to see how phase 1 goes and the official word from Disney.

I agree. There is many that don't think that way.

 

[pangyal]

No but it will take that long to get to Phase 3. I doubt Disney opens before then. I also doubt it will a smooth 2 weeks between phases. There will be spikes that delay the phases.

Spikes are to be expected with increased testing, it’s the positivity rate they will look at as a percentage when deciding the next steps (yes, I watched the press conference too, lol).

 

[yulilin3]

Spikes are to be expected with increased testing, it’s the positivity rate they will look at as a percentage when deciding the next steps (yes, I watched the press conference too, lol).

Yeah, I'm glad he's taking a methodical approach but actually understanding the numbers

 

[yulilin3]

And we go back to waiting and any hypothetical scenarios should be discussed in the news and rumor forum. Until Disney announces reopening of Disney springs and the theme parks

 

[Duck143]

Im still thinking June, first or second week

I know it may be a bit off topic, but I want to thank you for all your info and your optimism! We are supposed to be on a plane this Friday for a 10 day Disney dream family vaca, but I had to cancel that piece by piece. Now I have a rescheduled trip, a little less dreamy than the first, but still filled with fun and I find that I can always look to you for realistic, yet optimistic comments. We're supposed to be arriving on 6/4 with our first park day on 6/5. Holding out hope!

 

[P'colaBeachBum]

Link for DeSantis on phase 1. https://www.tallahassee.com/videos/...announces-florida-reopening-plans/3052879001/

 

[gottalovepluto]

And we go back to waiting and any hypothetical scenarios should be discussed in the news and rumor forum. Until Disney announces reopening of Disney springs and the theme parks

Why isn’t this thread locked until the next batch of news comes out to prevent confusion?

 

[AquaDame]

Do we not think they might open some of the patios and restaurants at Disney Springs..?

 

[GeorgiaHoo]

All done.

Not a single comment or question about theme parks or anything past phase 1.

So, still don't know when I'll have a job again.

Sorry, that sucks.

 

[yulilin3]

Why isn’t this thread locked until the next batch of news comes out to prevent confusion?

Because we trust that people can manage simple instructions

 

[brockash]

Do we not think they might open some of the patios and restaurants at Disney Springs..?

I would hope so. I really wish Disney would just make a decision and go with it. It seems they're all for the theme parks making their own decisions, so I wish they'd just do it already.

 

[P'colaBeachBum]

Why isn’t this thread locked until the next batch of news comes out to prevent confusion?

Just word posts with ” I think “ but if you do it’s still speculation no matter who posts it. Will still have to wait for official word and all we have right now is Florida and Orange County word.

 

[Animal]

I would hope so. I really wish Disney would just make a decision and go with it. It seems they're all for the theme parks making their own decisions, so I wish they'd just do it already.

The best decisions are based on the most up-to-date data possible. It's prudent for Disney to be patient.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Quick recap of things we learned yesterday....

- Continuing their rolling trend of one week at a time, Disney sent "your trip is impacted by the closure" e-mails to those with check-in dates Sunday 5/17 - Saturday 5/23. Note: Not everyone will receive e-mails, so don't overthink not getting one - it's just the Disney way sometimes.

- If they continue the weekly park calendar update trend from the last few weeks, park hours will be removed later today for Sunday 5/17 - Saturday 5/23. (This is speculation on my part as they seem to be doing these each Thursday afternoon)

- Nothing specifically theme park related really came out of the DeSantis' state reopening plan. Phase I starts Monday 5/4. More information can be found from a quick Google search or sites like here.

Still much to learn.

 

[disneyworldsk]

I had an original trip planned for late aug./early september. Regarding planning (not sure if i'm on the correct thread to ask this). I am wondering if we are indeed going (which I don't even know if we are holding to that yet), should I drive for the first time instead of my scheduled flight for better hygiene from nj and my other question is: I have a lot of mask questions, should I ask them on another forum page? (i.e., i am concerned about wearing one in the heat all day, i am wondering if i should buy a specific one i c online with all of your opinions)....

 

[osufeth24]

I think one thing DeSantis said, maybe he let it slip and didn't mean to, but he made the comment that he believes by Mid June-July they could have sporting events WITH fans. Not here to discuss if that's a good or bad idea, but if he thinks it can be done in that time frame, that's good news for Disney. They should be able to open earlier than that.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

I had an original trip planned for late aug./early september. Regarding planning (not sure if i'm on the correct thread to ask this). I am wondering if we are indeed going (which I don't even know if we are holding to that yet), should I drive for the first time instead of my scheduled flight for better hygiene from nj and my other question is: I have a lot of mask questions, should I ask them on another forum page? (i.e., i am concerned about wearing one in the heat all day, i am wondering if i should buy a specific one i c online with all of your opinions)....

I'd suggest that flying or driving is really a personal health decision more than anything, probably something you have to evaluate on your own. Personally, I have no problem flying and would get on a plane tomorrow - although I understand why some have the exact opposite opinion. We usually fly to WDW. However, whenever our next trip is we'll probably drive - 98% of that decision is economic based (to limit discretionary spending) and maybe 2% would be virus related. The Transportation Board would be a good place for a specific thread on the question.

For mask styles/types/materials, you may want to start a thread over on the Disney World Tips board or the Community Board.

Hope that helps.

 

[yankeesfan123]

I think one thing DeSantis said, maybe he let it slip and didn't mean to, but he made the comment that he believes by Mid June-July they could have sporting events WITH fans. Not here to discuss if that's a good or bad idea, but if he thinks it can be done in that time frame, that's good news for Disney. They should be able to open earlier than that.

.. with social distancing. He didn’t say fully packed stadiums.

The closest thing he said to anything Disney related was that Florida would have conventions again “eventually”, and those facilities would need to figure it out.