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[TikiTikiFan]

I wish I could find a link to the press conference itself but on the Disney Tourist Blog he mentioned Dr. Ghaly said the reason for the out of staters restriction was bc of the states quarantine orders. Which they took to mean once those end the theme parks can have out of state guests?

Sounds about right to me. And sounds like there's more yet to negotiate between the parks and CA so

 

[Winnowill]

I wish I could find a link to the press conference itself but on the Disney Tourist Blog he mentioned Dr. Ghaly said the reason for the out of staters restriction was bc of the states quarantine orders. Which they took to mean once those end the theme parks can have out of state guests?

Sounds about right to me. And sounds like there's more yet to negotiate between the parks and CA so

But California doesn't actually have any quarantine orders in place right now. They did, but they went away. They've always had quarantine suggestions, but the actual quarantine order didn't last long.

 

[TikiTikiFan]

But California doesn't actually have any quarantine orders in place right now. They did, but they went away. They've always had quarantine suggestions, but the actual quarantine order didn't last long.

"During the press conference, Ghaly explained that theme parks can only accept visitors from within the state of California so long as the statewide travel advisory remains in place.

Since online reservations are required, theme park operators will be able to determine where people are coming from to restrict access because theme parks are required to have people make reservations online prior to their visits."

https://www.disneytouristblog.com/breaking-disneyland-california-adventure-can-reopen-in-april/
Messed up the technical term but this is what the article said. Anyone actually watch that press conference? Be great to know if that's exactly what he said- a lot of us out of state fans could simmer down a bit then.

 

[kucanhead]

Last night I was worried that my mid May VGC reservation would land in a dead period between Taste of Disney and the opening of the parks. Now it could be even worse than I imagined with open parks but my family barred from entering since we're from Nevada. Ugh!

 

[finchy3]

We still had hopes to come from England early August for our booked stay at the Grand Californian, after this in state announcement I feel we have no choice but to cancel

 

[DieGo2SHAE]

We still had hopes to come from England early August for our booked stay at the Grand Californian, after this in state announcement I feel we have no choice but to cancel

I wouldn't cancel. With how well vaccination is now going, corona wont be a thing in the US for more than a month or two more, even in the strictest of places. At worst you may need to prove vaccination status and use masks when in the parks but I doubt they'll even be asking for vaccination status in August and I'd say it's 50-50 as to whether masks will be required by then.

 

[xiphoid76]

I really wouldn’t worry about the out of state issue. No way that is enforceable or even legal. It is likely just a suggestion on their part.

 

[TikiTikiFan]

I really wouldn’t worry about the out of state issue. No way that is enforceable or even legal. It is likely just a suggestion on their part.

Unfortunately, I don't think that's the case. As long as it's part of the guidance from the state they have to follow it. I imagine they'll ask for some kind of proof of residency? Who knows?

Let's hope it just gets tossed out- they're still negotiating with the state. My cousin lives there and he was like I can just buy your tickets! Which is a loophole folks can work around- maybe they'll check residency at the gate to prevent that? A nightmare either way that Disney doesn't want to deal with!

 

[DieGo2SHAE]

Unfortunately, I don't think that's the case. As long as it's part of the guidance from the state they have to follow it. I imagine they'll ask for some kind of proof of residency? Who knows?

Let's hope it just gets tossed out- they're still negotiating with the state. My cousin lives there and he was like I can just buy your tickets! Which is a loophole folks can work around- maybe they'll check residency at the gate to prevent that? A nightmare either way that Disney doesn't want to deal with!

It wouldn't be any more of a nightmare than when they sell SoCal resident tickets and those even exclude people within the state. Assuming Disney cooperates they definitely could enforce that, which I'm sure the state will bring up in negotiations.

 

[TikiTikiFan]

It wouldn't be any more of a nightmare than when they sell SoCal resident tickets and those even exclude people within the state. Assuming Disney cooperates they definitely could enforce that, which

Good point. What kind of proof do they ask for that? You just fill in your address or do they make you upload an ID or something?

 

[midnight star]

Good point. What kind of proof do they ask for that? You just fill in your address or do they make you upload an ID or something?

You have to show your ID to prove you live in SoCal with the SoCal tickets when you enter. Or bring a bill

 

[superdeluxe]

Do we have a list of what attractions are open and which will be closed? We’re aiming for early spring 2022, but I like to plan

 

[upritbass]

Disney has not yet announced the opening of DL/DCA, so nobody knows what attractions/rides will be open.

 

[DisneyJamieCA]

I really wouldn’t worry about the out of state issue. No way that is enforceable or even legal. It is likely just a suggestion on their part.

It’s absolutely enforceable and legal.

 

[dcfromva]

I read an article in the WSJ (Saturday/Sunday ,March6-7,2021 pg A7 ) that said, "Opening the park at less than 25% capacity doesn’t make economic sense, said a person familiar with the matter. If Covid-19 rates continue to fall as projected, though, Disney and other businesses could move into a zone that allows for 25% capacity by mid-April, this person said. Ken Potrock, the president of Disneyland Resort, said the company would be announcing an opening date soon."

 

[BadPinkTink]

 

[Aurora0427]

Disney parks will open and we can’t go because of the out of state ban. My husband still has a California drivers license, but I don’t, and I’m sure they’ll check both ids. I’m freaking vaccinated so very low risk of transmitting covid to anyone. LET ME IN.

In all seriousness, my husband won’t be fully vaccinated until probably mid summer, so hopefully by fall out of state tourists will be welcome. That’s when he will feel comfortable flying. I bet that restriction eases as states increase vaccination rates. Here’s hoping.

 

[BadPinkTink]

Disney parks will open and we can’t go because of the out of state ban. My husband still has a California drivers license, but I don’t, and I’m sure they’ll check both ids. I’m freaking vaccinated so very low risk of transmitting covid to anyone. LET ME IN.

In all seriousness, my husband won’t be fully vaccinated until probably mid summer, so hopefully by fall out of state tourists will be welcome. That’s when he will feel comfortable flying. I bet that restriction eases as states increase vaccination rates. Here’s hoping.

due to a Presidential Executive Order I can't enter USA.

 

[TikiTikiFan]

Disney parks will open and we can’t go because of the out of state ban. My husband still has a California drivers license, but I don’t, and I’m sure they’ll check both ids. I’m freaking vaccinated so very low risk of transmitting covid to anyone. LET ME IN.

In all seriousness, my husband won’t be fully vaccinated until probably mid summer, so hopefully by fall out of state tourists will be welcome. That’s when he will feel comfortable flying. I bet that restriction eases as states increase vaccination rates. Here’s hoping.

I'm with ya!!! So upsetting. I'm getting my vaccine today (yayyyyy) so I'll be all good too by the time we travel.

So depressing for all us out of stater folks that have had trips canceled and postponed again and again and again and again.....

 

[Aurora0427]

due to a Presidential Executive Order I can't enter USA.

I think it’s going to be a long time before international travel opens up. Europe is having a rough time getting anyone vaccinated. I’m actually surprised UK travel is still banned, considering how effective they’ve been at vaccination. I guess because of the variant? My daughter is dreaming of Paris and I’ve had to tell her that’s not happening anytime soon for multiple reasons.