Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[AmberMV]

So I finally saw it...2 ppl not complying with masks at BRV. One had no mask at all & the other had it in her hand. But they weren’t standing anywhere near 6ft close to anyone do I suppose that’s good.

I have seen a few instances. At Riviera on July 4 a man came out of the elevator by himself without a mask, saw us and put it on. Unfortunately even though there were 3 elevators since that one was on our floor no other elevators would come so we had to take it. There have been several people I've seen during @yulilin3 livestreams without masks, but put them on when she comes near (a CM or CM guest at HS walking with his hanging from one ear, and an older man came into a gift shop she was in with his mask under his chin, among other instances). Let's face it, nothing is 100%. I just hope CMs will be empowered to say something to guests, that compliance will be good, and I think for the most part that is the case. There is still a risk and will continue to be.

 

[AmberMV]

Cancellation confirmation e-mails now coming through.View attachment 510133

Just out of curiosity, since you're a local an AP and clearly a Disney fan moreso than the average person-what was it that finally pushed you over the edge to cancel? There have been a lot of changes due to CoVid-19 at theme parks so I'm interested to hear why APs have said enough is enough.

 

[jade1]

I feel like...are people excited for this? I was under impression most didn't want to go to parks!

Dear Valued Passholder,​

As the Walt Disney World Theme Parks reopen, we look forward to welcoming back our cherished Annual Passholders with a continued focus on delivering a magical experience.​

 

[Friendlyadvice2]

Has anyone else noted the smell effects being turned WAY up on rides? I first noticed it on Pirates and just chalked it up to being away for so long/first day running or whatever. But then I thought about how much harder it is to smell with a mask on. I don’t have a great nose and normally miss a lot of the Disney smells in rides. I’d never noticed some of the smells in Pirates. I wonder if that’s really what’s going on or if it’s just me.

I was last there in November and the smells were also very strong then, especially the rum!!

 

[hertamaniac]

Just out of curiosity, since you're a local an AP and clearly a Disney fan moreso than the average person-what was it that finally pushed you over the edge to cancel? There have been a lot of changes due to CoVid-19 at theme parks so I'm interested to hear why APs have said enough is enough.

I think it was a combination of the current conditions and risks for us. We'll still welcome resort hopping, Disney Springs and perhaps even another onsite staycation in the future. So this is a pause and not a divorce.

 

[Katrina Y]

Has anyone else noted the smell effects being turned WAY up on rides? I first noticed it on Pirates and just chalked it up to being away for so long/first day running or whatever. But then I thought about how much harder it is to smell with a mask on. I don’t have a great nose and normally miss a lot of the Disney smells in rides. I’d never noticed some of the smells in Pirates. I wonder if that’s really what’s going on or if it’s just me.

Yes, it gagged me.

 

[AmberMV]

I think it was a combination of the current conditions and risks for us. We'll still welcome resort hopping, Disney Springs and perhaps even another onsite staycation in the future. So this is a pause and not a divorce.

 

[Krandor]

Has anyone else noted the smell effects being turned WAY up on rides? I first noticed it on Pirates and just chalked it up to being away for so long/first day running or whatever. But then I thought about how much harder it is to smell with a mask on. I don’t have a great nose and normally miss a lot of the Disney smells in rides. I’d never noticed some of the smells in Pirates. I wonder if that’s really what’s going on or if it’s just me.

That will make figment.. interesting. At least stitch is closed.

 

[disneyland_is_magic]

I was thinking about the mask issue today and wish Disney would just walk these first violators out and set a firm precedent.

I know this is not a great comparison but I remember when they reopened HOP in 2017 after a year of delays. They had to walk one person out, the story made national news that they were going to hold their ground on the attraction and...that was the end of it. I don’t think we heard of anything serious again.

I feel like if they walked people out now, it would make national news like the Costco story did and honestly it would basically prevent a lot of heartburn for CMs in the long run and make everyone safer.

 

[Tigger's ally]

So I finally saw it...2 ppl not complying with masks at BRV. One had no mask at all & the other had it in her hand. But they weren’t standing anywhere near 6ft close to anyone do I suppose that’s good.

Were they inside or out? Cause if you aren't around people outside, not in the parks, do you have to have them on? I mean if you are on a walking path way away from anyone outside I would think you wouldn't have to have them on.

 

[SaintsManiac]

Were they inside or out? Cause if you aren't around people outside, not in the parks, do you have to have them on? I mean if you are on a walking path way away from anyone outside I would think you wouldn't have to have them on.

No they need to be on at all times when walking the property.

 

[LSUmiss]

Were they inside or out? Cause if you aren't around people outside, not in the parks, do you have to have them on? I mean if you are on a walking path way away from anyone outside I would think you wouldn't have to have them on.

They were both outside & nowhere near anyone else. Technically I think the rule is you have to wear them outside too unless dining or swimming. But, neither instance bothered me since I was nowhere near them & they were outside at the resort.

 

[Tigger's ally]

They were both outside & nowhere near anyone else. Technically I think the rule is you have to wear them outside too unless dining or swimming. But, neither instance bothered me since I was nowhere near them & they were outside at the resort.

I know those are the rules in the parks, but if the parks have relaxation zones where people can take them off staying away form anyone else, I would think hotels would have relaxation rules if you are not around anyone else.

 

[Tigger's ally]

No they need to be on at all times when walking the property.

Golf courses too? Cause that is crazy if I am playing with my sons way away from anyone else.

 

[SaintsManiac]

I know those are the rules in the parks, but if the parks have relaxation zones where people can take them off staying away form anyone else, I would think hotels would have relaxation rules if you are not around anyone else.

The relaxation zone is your room.

 

[JacknSally]

I know those are the rules in the parks, but if the parks have relaxation zones where people can take them off staying away form anyone else, I would think hotels would have relaxation rules if you are not around anyone else.

I thought the official rules for the resorts were masks everywhere except the pool and inside your room

ETA: the site says masks in all public areas unless swimming or sitting and eating

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/experience-updates/resorts/

 

[Tigger's ally]

The relaxation zone is your room.

Hate to even ask about the balcony. And I am a person that wears his mask 98% of places. When nobody is around and I am outside, it is not on.

 

[chicagoshannon]

Question. Does the July-expiration refund count to the new expiration date? My pass was already extended by the time of the closure. Original expiration was in November, now in March.

I haven’t used my pass a single day - we were supposed to go in late February. I’m hoping to go in January 2021, but who knows how that’ll go.

How did you get an extension if you didn't even use it? did you activate and then not end up going to the park?

Were they inside or out? Cause if you aren't around people outside, not in the parks, do you have to have them on? I mean if you are on a walking path way away from anyone outside I would think you wouldn't have to have them on.

You would think and logic would dictate that but no you are supposed to have them on at all times.

 

[Pdollar88]

How did you get an extension if you didn't even use it? did you activate and then not end up going to the park?

It was a renewal.

 

[Arguetafamily]

Forget it, it is unreadable