Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[kylenne]

Yeah, who knows if all of those specific accounts are accurate. But ... cast members, team members and employees will definitely get it and it’s naive to think otherwise.

Whether they pick it up from someone at work or elsewhere in their lives, they’ll go to work without knowing they have it. No getting around that. Hopefully places will at least be diligent about ensuring sick employees don’t come by implementing and following through with a good sick policy.

Here's the thing...none of us will ever get confirmation of any of this, whether from one Twitter user or these boards or anywhere else. It happened here when we were experiencing the worst of it back in April, as bad as people think it was from media reports, there were outbreaks running ripshod through places that you never heard a peep about. Even during the most stringent period of our lockdown when only essential things were open. That's just the reality of being in a hot spot with wide community spread. Places have a vested interest in keeping this stuff quiet, whether retail, etc.

Assume that anywhere you choose to go you'll be exposed to people who are positive. Because you will be, sooner or later.

 

[dreamit]

Just stopped back at the resort after spending the day at MK. Again, for the most part, everyone seemed to be doing a great job with distancing and masks. CMs are wonderful and have expressed they’re happy to be back. We are seeing so many Legacy CMs with their blue name tags. The park has longer wait times than I was seeing during AP previews, but still very low wait times. Our It makes me sad seeing all the shops and restaurants that are closed even if they’re not ones I planned to visit. Only near the Hub and Main Street could I really hear the spiel over the speakers about the safety measures. This morning, the Splash merchandise was pretty much cleaned out, but a CM told us they thought they’d receive more stock later and recomm rejoining the virtual queue. We did, and when we got in about an hour ago, we were able to pick up what we wanted. Most in the shop seemed to be getting only a few items, but some were carrying their limit of ten plushies or t-shirts. I forgot to mention that we did see a CM approach a man sitting on a ledge with his family who had his mask down. The man got pretty belligerent with the CM. He was basically being a jerk. For the most part, though, it’s been a magical day. Too, so glad my room at the Poly has a clean sofa. Lol.

 

[Tjddis]

Its probably prevalent everywhere right now to be honest. Pretty sure anytime anyone goes anywhere, there's a chance they will be exposed. You are 100 percent right about who you can pass it on to. If you're going, of course be smart, and don't visit older people, and people with commodities after the trip.

I also find it hard to believe all of the Staff was infected and STK was like no big deal stay open, not to mention taking an opinion from someone on twitter who's cursing at the world for their opinions and telling everyone to you know what. " Sources "

Of course. I should clarify: in addition to cases like this actually happening over zealous reporting and hysterical anonymous posting about real or imagined catastrophes will also be part of the new normal. Like I’ve been saying only thing I feel we should all stipulate to is virus appears to be rising. #s are there to support that conclusion. Figuring out the best way to live with it is fine by me...stay safe...

 

[andyman8]

Based on your experience with the crowd levels, or anyone who was there today

Anyone see fireworks being a socially distanced option?

I’m going to write more in-depth about my experiences tonight, but to answer your question shortly, my personal opinion is unfortunately I think it’ll be some time before we see fireworks again (maybe late fall). With the current case numbers and the amount of space they have marked off for queues (for not just attractions but also shops, kiosks, and restaurants), they may be able to creep up capacity a bit by opening some more shops and QS locations and eventually extending hours a bit but I think what we’re seeing now - albeit with some slight modifications - is going to be the situation we’ll see for the next few months. That also means that they likely won’t be looking to spend any more money than they have to until they can consistently and sizably increase capacity m. More to the point, when cavalcades and performers have come by today, there have been a few instances (especially in the morning) when CMs have had to encourage guests to stop clumping (to use a CM phrase lol). Not bad at all but I think everyone is still adapting to this new normal.

 

[Farro]

Sure. I geyou. And I respect everyone’s choices And for the most part I’m respectful with those I disagree with on risk assessment.

only thing I take issue with is people who work overtime to deny reality of the current spread of the infection. I do not pay attention to the number of cases but the % of positive from those tested. Also FLA is just now beginning to report hospitalization #s, so we will see how those go. But I am reading that icus are getting crowded

So if you decide to go I wish you only the best with hopes all of these troubles avoid you. But I have a hard time when people try to shame me for pointing out very real reality of rising cases in FLA or other states...

It's just, that statement I bolded sounds a touch like shaming. Kind of like a "bless your heart" type statement. And it's a real possibility I'm reading it with a different intent than you meant it and if so, mea culpa!!!

I honestly think most of the participants on this thread are going into this with their eyes wide open.

Outside of a few outliers, I don't see the deniers (on this thread) that people keep bringing up. I don't see people on this thread that think they have zero chance of getting Covid at Disney. I really don't!

I have seen posts where people seem to imply people not going are overreacting and I don't think those posts are called for either.

 

[hereforthechurros]

From Polynesian, there was no wait at all at 10am. Temperature check and bag check are both being done at the Great Ceremonial House. Note that because of this, you cannot cross from Moana Mercantile to Kona Cafe by passing by the monorail station. You have to go the other way, and it will stay that way all day (even after park is closed). On the monorail, they have gone ahead with the plan we discussed earlier this week: each party stays seated on opposite sides of the car. There was a stroller in our car and that stroller was pushed up against the party’s bench/side. The monorail (enclosed space with another group) made me a bit nervous, but there’s no way around it at this point. Again, if you’re okay with one hour of less park time, your arrival will be so much easier in the morning.

I’ll let you know about bus transport tomorrow.

This is the info I was looking for! Thanks. We have always been rope drop people but really questioning the benefit of that at this point. I think avoiding crowding both on the way and at opening is the way to go.

 

[SaintsManiac]

Ok, I’m not a basketball person (baseball and football are my preferences) but this NBA/WDW content is honestly making my day. Matisse Thybulle has started vlogging his bubble experience. He’s staying at the Grand, for anyone who wants to see the other side of the blue fence.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1282034886279233536

Subscribed! Thank you!

 

[AmberMV]

Based on your experience with the crowd levels, or anyone who was there today

Anyone see fireworks being a socially distanced option?

Maybe Depends on what capacities Disney is going to ramp up to. I doubt capacity will be as low as it is this week for the coming weeks or months. I do know other Orlando parks are doing Firework shows.

 

[hereforthechurros]

Disney should stream fireworks in-room every evening at like 9 pm. Gets people in their rooms, out of the pools/lobbies, and guests still get some sort of firework fix.

 

[hereforthechurros]

Maybe Depends on what capacities Disney is going to ramp up to. I doubt capacity will be as low as it is this week for the coming weeks or months. I do know other Orlando parks are doing Firework shows.

California Grill already has spacing markers out on their deck, so they are planning ahead for fireworks at some point!

 

[brockash]

Are we thinking these wait times will stay or will die down as the other parks open? I'm curious if this will be the average attendance for MK or if they'll attempt to boost it in the coming weeks.

I think over the next few weeks/months wait times will increase. Disney is bringing out their best customer service right now; all hands on deck as they need to put out there that it's great to be at Disney. Having seen how they reduce ride capacity with reduced attendance and as more ppl get comfortable with coming I think wait times will definitely increase. I'm optimistically hoping for not too much higher, but we'll see.

 

[Krandor]

It’s new - it’s their response to the class action lawsuit. You have to have proof of purchase before the end of October 2019 and apply to be recognized as a founder with that proof. Once they verify you’re eligible you get grandfathered in with the free swaps via a QR code on the app that you’ll have to show at the machines. I first saw an article about it on The Dis yesterday.

I think it's actually going to be the other way (becuse that is how the app works currenty). The Kiosk will display the QR code and you can that from the app while logged into your account and then the app sends a signal to the machine to allow the swap.

 

[AmberMV]

Disney should stream fireworks in-room every evening at like 9 pm. Gets people in their rooms, out of the pools/lobbies, and guests still get some sort of firework fix.

That is a great idea!

California Grill already has spacing markers out on their deck, so they are planning ahead for fireworks at some point!

Great news! We are staying at Contemporary in August and have an ADR for CG!

 

[JacknSally]

I think it's actually going to be the other way (becuse that is how the app works currenty). The Kiosk will display the QR code and you can that from the app while logged into your account and then the app sends a signal to the machine to allow the swap.

Gotcha! Thanks! I probably misunderstood the article. I didn’t even know there was an app until yesterday

 

[Acup313]

So is the Peoplemover still not open? That might be a dealbreaker for my kids.

 

[RivShore]

She looks delightful doesn’t she?

I rarely go on twitter but wanted to see the great photos and videos of everyone at the parks today. It’s the last time I’ll go searching there. What an absolute sewer.

Completely agree. I only go there when something of interest pops up here.

 

[Bibbobboo2u]

Ok, I’m not a basketball person (baseball and football are my preferences) but this NBA/WDW content is honestly making my day. Matisse Thybulle has started vlogging his bubble experience. He’s staying at the Grand, for anyone who wants to see the other side of the blue fence.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1282034886279233536

Same for me, but that was awesome! I will definitely be checking out the rest of his videos!!

 

[yulilin3]

So is the Peoplemover still not open? That might be a dealbreaker for my kids.

No

 

[AmberMV]

So is the Peoplemover still not open? That might be a dealbreaker for my kids.

It was running on Thursday but I did not see any guests on it

 

[yulilin3]

It was running on Thursday but I did not see any guests on it

It's closed, they're testing it