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

[disneygrandma]

We have June DVC reservations, so I'm curious as to what the recent Disney survey asked. This is the only place I've seen it mentioned, but if there is another thread about it, please let me know.

For those of you who received the survey, would you please share as to what the questions were. Also, what are your vacation dates and resort?

Thanks so much for your help and info!

 

[Mainsail Minnie]

Strategically that helps to minimize any 4th of July crowds.............both at WDW and other places.

Yes, I predict we'll have a fireworks-free Independence Day this year, both at Disney and around the rest of the country. And I'm sure Disney would like to avoid the typical July 4th crush of crowds this year.

Imo Disney would actually prefer not to open the parks until the most stringent requirements evaporate if that looks feasible, particularly the requirement of masks on paying guests, which they know is a guest hot button. Because they know a fair percent of their highest dollar guests (deluxe resort guests) won't pay for long trips there when that is required, and because initially requiring masks then raises the thorny issue of when & at what PR expense can they stop requiring them.

If they analyze the situation and think by waiting one additional month or so, they can avoid all of that, they might prefer to stay closed.

 

[dmband]

We have June DVC reservations, so I'm curious as to what the recent Disney survey asked. This is the only place I've seen it mentioned, but if there is another thread about it, please let me know.

For those of you who received the survey, would you please share as to what the questions were. Also, what are your vacation dates and resort?

Thanks so much for your help and info!

posted already here and the next post
https://www.disboards.com/threads/w...ed-until-further-notice.3795738/post-61865363

 

[Jrb1979]

https://www.pennlive.com/life/2020/...st-run-of-new-candymonium-roller-coaster.html
Not Disney but it's a sign that one park plans on opening this summer.

 

[sheila14]

FWIW late last night the Governor of Florida extended the State of Emergency for Florida until July 7

I have a feeling Disney will do NOTHING until this is lifted and that is why we are seeing June now being canceled

https://www.nbc-2.com/story/4210848...xtends-florida-state-of-emergency-for-60-days

There seems to be no other news website confirming this. My daughter lives in Florida and she has not heard this nor can find any information about this. We need to find another resource for verification.

 

[sheila14]

https://www.pennlive.com/life/2020/...st-run-of-new-candymonium-roller-coaster.html
Not Disney but it's a sign that one park plans on opening this summer.

Cedar point is opening this summer

 

[yulilin3]

There seems to be no other news website confirming this. My daughter lives in Florida and she has not heard this nor can find any information about this. We need to find another resource for verification.

Go straight to the official source
https://www.flgov.com/2020-executive-orders/

 

[dmband]

There seems to be no other news website confirming this. My daughter lives in Florida and she has not heard this nor can find any information about this. We need to find another resource for verification.

it has the actual 2 page signed order right in the article

Go straight to the official source
https://www.flgov.com/2020-executive-orders/

 

[sheila14]

Go straight to the official source
https://www.flgov.com/2020-executive-orders/

Thank you I appreciate this just sent to my daughter.

 

[P'colaBeachBum]

There seems to be no other news website confirming this. My daughter lives in Florida and she has not heard this nor can find any information about this. We need to find another resource for verification.

https://www.wesh.com/article/florida-state-of-emergency-extended/32418999

ETA: day late and a dollar short.

 

[sheila14]

it has the actual 2 page signed order right in the article

I just received it thank you all for helping

 

[Jrb1979]

Cedar point is opening this summer

I know they plan to but Hershey is the first park that's testing rides as far as I know.

 

[dmband]

I know they plan to but Hershey is the first park that's testing rides as far as I know.

Well true but testing a new ride to make sure it works before continuing construction in and around it is different than testing rides for opening.
Hersey still has a lot of work to go before that ride and area can open, they want to make sure it’s able to move forward safely vs testing for opening

 

[cakebaker]

Strategically that helps to minimize any 4th of July crowds.............both at WDW and other places.

There won't be crowds if they limit capacity. I can totally see them being open for the 4th with special fireworks viewed from a distance. Please make it so, Disney!

 

[BridgetBordeaux]

There won't be crowds if they limit capacity. I can totally see them being open for the 4th with special fireworks viewed from a distance. Please make it so, Disney!

I was also referring to local 4th of July celebrations.
Every city and county in FL now has some cover to cancel any big shindig.

 

[DisneyWishes14]

Well, so much for the "fan sites" being unreliable, just because they are not "official". Truth be told, some fan sites post WDW news that is 100% accurate well before WDW puts anything "official" on their web site. Just saying.

Yes, of course. I really enjoy reading the fan sites (mostly for reviews). When it comes to news, I still wait for the official word from Disney. In this particular instance, all of the information that was leaked was posted on DTA last night with the express directive, from Disney, that no one with access to this info release it. I, personally, was shocked that it was leaked. I don't think it will sit well with the powers-that-be at Disney and may affect any further information that is released to certain people prior to official announcements, which is unfortunate as this was a heads-up to TA's so they could prepare to assist their clients in a very, very difficult and uncertain time. Kudos to the DIS (owned by Dreams Unlimited) for not posting this info prior to official release. I assume whichever bloggers released this info will not be looked upon favorably by Disney.

Hi everyone!

I don't know if this belongs here but I was hoping some experts could answer a quick question.

I recently cancelled my June 6th trip as finally payment was due. There was no offer for rebooking obviously because it was my decision.

The question is.....If Disney extends the closure and offers the free dining do you think I can call and tell them my situation? I did book for October 2020 rack rate no discount. Maybe they can apply something...anything to that trip?

Thanks in advance for your help....Wishful thinking...all I know is I cant wait to walk up Main Street!

For the initial guest recovery promo, they were retroactively applying the promotion to anyone that had a qualifying date, so, if June 6 ends up as part of a promotion, I speculate, you would be included. Whether they offer one or not is anyone's guess at this point. As we saw with them pulling the initial recovery promo three weeks early (it was supposed to be bookable until May 31), things are changing on a daily basis and there is just no way to predict what will happen at this point.

 

[parasail_of_congress]

Yes, I predict we'll have a fireworks-free Independence Day this year, both at Disney and around the rest of the country. And I'm sure Disney would like to avoid the typical July 4th crush of crowds this year.

Imo Disney would actually prefer not to open the parks until the most stringent requirements evaporate if that looks feasible, particularly the requirement of masks on paying guests, which they know is a guest hot button. Because they know a fair percent of their highest dollar guests (deluxe resort guests) won't pay for long trips there when that is required, and because initially requiring masks then raises the thorny issue of when & at what PR expense can they stop requiring them.

If they analyze the situation and think by waiting one additional month or so, they can avoid all of that, they might prefer to stay closed.

I find it extremely hard to believe that Disney would opt to keep the parks closed if they are allowed to open. Given that the parks will likely be opened to a lower capacity than usual, I expect there will be plenty of people going despite of any "stringent" rules. Not necessarily a direct parallel, but Shanghai opening tickets sold out. I also think this is why Disney canceled the free dining offer for later in the summer - they already have enough reservations to the capacity they consider might be allowed.

 

[tinkerhon]

The 25% discount isn’t new. It’s been available for at least a couple of months.

Yep - believe that was the "Sun and Fun" offer - we used it for July 14 months ago

 

[tinkerhon]

Yes, I predict we'll have a fireworks-free Independence Day this year, both at Disney and around the rest of the country. And I'm sure Disney would like to avoid the typical July 4th crush of crowds this year.

Imo Disney would actually prefer not to open the parks until the most stringent requirements evaporate if that looks feasible, particularly the requirement of masks on paying guests, which they know is a guest hot button. Because they know a fair percent of their highest dollar guests (deluxe resort guests) won't pay for long trips there when that is required, and because initially requiring masks then raises the thorny issue of when & at what PR expense can they stop requiring them.

If they analyze the situation and think by waiting one additional month or so, they can avoid all of that, they might prefer to stay closed.

This was stated by NY Gov Cuomo weeks ago, but he was adamant that Macy 's fireworks would be happening this year

 

[vitani88]

I find it extremely hard to believe that Disney would opt to keep the parks closed if they are allowed to open. Given that the parks will likely be opened to a lower capacity than usual, I expect there will be plenty of people going despite of any "stringent" rules. Not necessarily a direct parallel, but Shanghai opening tickets sold out. I also think this is why Disney canceled the free dining offer for later in the summer - they already have enough reservations to the capacity they consider might be allowed.

Disney is protecting themselves and their guests. My guess is they won't open before the CDC/WHO deem it safe. Florida isn't exactly the standard I'd want them to follow (and I'm saying this as a Florida resident).