Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[everreal15]

I came here to say this -

Literally just saw a CM come up to them in line at the Jungle Cruise and tell them to back up to maintain social distancing.

I'm really happy Disney is making sure to remind guests to follow the guidelines. Earlier on ResortTV1's stream when they were in line to get into the splash mountain merch store the cast member kindly asked those on the incoming line to move to one side so those that are exiting have room.

Today has been looking really good overall, hopefully the trend continues when the public is allowed in later this week. I feel like today since it's the cast member friends and family group, everyone is pretty good at following the guidelines. So I'm hoping Disney keeps up the good work and makes sure all guests do the same.

 

[jrouth22]

Question for you all:

Has Disney released any guidance or fine print on what happens if during your stay on property, there's an outbreak or confirmed case that forces closure of the parks?

I'm wondering if you'll be refunded for anything at all at that point -- or if Disney could just say, 'You assumed the risks of coming here. We put measures in place to make you safe. You assume the financial risks, too.'

 

[princesscinderella]

what does this mean???

Yes, that’s what makes the most sense to me too.

Makes a lot of sense they could be doing a lot of things they didn’t before March to protect themselves more incase a shutdown has to happen again, but that doesn’t mean they have any intentions to actually shut down.

I think it’s exactly this. They had a ton of food waste they generously donated to local food pantries. As a business owner we are doing the exact same thing right now, keeping stock on hand low to keep overhead down in case we are shut down again. Most businesses are running a tighter more efficient ship right now and I’m sure Disney is no exception.

 

[Brianstl]

Couldn’t it be true that purchase orders are not what they usually are (regarding that rumour), not because they are intending to close in the near future but as insurance incase they have to again? Maybe it’s part of their plans not to keep as much things stocked as they usually did, bringing things in more often than before.

I don’t know, I didn’t go read more details wherever that was posted.

I would read it as more on that they know what the crowd levels are going to be after the first week because of the reservation system than they are preparing to shut down again. The crowds are going to be really small and they don't need to order like they normally do in the summer.

 

[MickeyWaffles]

Literally cannot ask for better than firsthand confirmation! Thank you!

It was reported earlier SDMT had a technical malfunction. This looks to me to have been a typical “when’s it going to be running again” crush. Though likely an isolated incident, an important learning point for Disney and kink to work out.

Easy enough for us when my family is there next week...if we see a crush like that, we walk away. Already standard operating procedure, in fact!

Yeah, it’s going to happen. Hopefully they can keep it under control. People generally get very anxious about people skipping and will bunch up to protect their spot in line. CMs will have to be prepared to jump in and managed the extended lines.

 

[Yooperroo]

Literally cannot ask for better than firsthand confirmation! Thank you!

It was reported earlier SDMT had a technical malfunction. This looks to me to have been a typical “when’s it going to be running again” crush. Though likely an isolated incident, an important learning point for Disney and kink to work out.

Easy enough for us when my family is there next week...if we see a crush like that, we walk away. Already standard operating procedure, in fact!

Exactly. I showed this to my husband and said "And that's exactly what I'm talking about. If we see a situation like that next week, we will stand back, wait to see if it clears out, and if it doesn't walk away and move elsewhere." I have a feeling that a large group like that could cause a congestion easily for maybe, 30-45 seconds while they all filter through the queue, and then it clears out.

 

[RamblingMad]

Yes, that’s what makes the most sense to me too.

Makes a lot of sense they could be doing a lot of things they didn’t before March to protect themselves more incase a shutdown has to happen again, but that doesn’t mean they have any intentions to actually shut down.

Less waste if they have to shutdown again.

 

[Pdollar88]

I’ve loved seeing everything from today! I don’t have a trip planned until January, but it’s nice to see the parks running. Hopefully everything continues safely.

Saw some comments mentioning disappointment at the breaking of theming on JC and other areas with signs or safety features. Had to take a few “seriously” breaths on that one.

 

[MrsSmith07]

I would assume due to the family members and amount of people from the tri state area that have homes or know people in Florida

Not sure it’s the same way in AZ and TX in that regard. Not sure how many people from those states travel to florida multiple times a year

Good luck stopping people during the holiday season though

I’m in the panhandle and Texans are all over this area. I could drive to my local Publix (closest grocery store to beach) and half the cars will be from TX.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

I’ve loved seeing everything from today! I don’t have a trip planned until January, but it’s nice to see the parks running. Hopefully everything continues safely.

Saw some comments mentioning the breaking of theming on JC and others with safety features. Had to take a few “seriously” breaths on that one.

How sad for the CAST MEMBERS today who had to come to realization that they aren’t actually cruising through the jungles. Hope they’re okay.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1280587151047102466

♪ ♫ ♪
No one .... is a tour de force like Gaston
Rides a horse like Gaston
Leads a parade along it's course like Gaston
♪ ♫ ♪

 

[Pdollar88]

How sad for the CAST MEMBERS today who had to come to realization that they aren’t actually cruising through the jungles. Hope they’re okay.

They were just guests who declared they wouldn’t go in these conditions.

 

[princesscinderella]

Question for you all:

Has Disney released any guidance or fine print on what happens if during your stay on property, there's an outbreak or confirmed case that forces closure of the parks?

I'm wondering if you'll be refunded for anything at all at that point -- or if Disney could just say, 'You assumed the risks of coming here. We put measures in place to make you safe. You assume the financial risks, too.'

I don’t think you will be refunded your travel expenses other than your Disney hotel stay. Park tickets that were already purchased have been extended. Maybe this is one of the many reasons why 2020 tickets haven’t gone on sale yet.
I don’t think the Disney World as a whole will shut down without there being extreme Covid cases and a large death count to go along with it. They are constantly cleaning and their guidelines is the best that any business can do right now. It’s very hard to prove you got it at Disney and contract tracing is getting more difficult with the amount of community spread that is occurring.

 

[yulilin3]

These characters cavalcades are cute

 

[OKW Lover]

They have bad luck. Opening on a rainy day.

Its summer in FL. It will be raining nearly every day until October.

 

[MrsBooch]

I've been passively watching this live stream all day - granted, from my air conditioned kitchen, and it really doesn't even feel like a diminished experience. Masks. That's about it man - the random parades/character experiences were lovely!
The rides are still awesome and there were a fair amount!
I'm loving that Philharmagic is open - would I go in? meh. Maybe not but I love that it's there.
I know there are reduced numbers. I know it's CM day. But taking it a day at a time - this is such a treat and such a great therapy to my Disney loving heart. It still looks amazing, and seems pretty darn magical.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

They were just guests who declared they wouldn’t go in these conditions.

Oh I know it was not CM’s saying that, just thought it was funny there are people outraged about breaks in theming given who is in the parks today lol.

 

[Mit88]

Its summer in FL. It will be raining nearly every day until October.

Not when I go down. It hasn’t rained a single day during my last 5 trips in the last 2 years. March/May/September/March/October

 

[TISHLOVESDISNEY]

saw this on WDWMagic twitter

 

[TISHLOVESDISNEY]

All I have to say is Gaston on a horse?!
FANTASTIC