Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[andyman8]

Hey I heard from a friend in MK park ops something very interesting about the "Relaxation Zones." I want to preface by saying that masks are required for guests ages 2 and up, and discussing how to circumvent them is against this forum's rules. Additionally, there are other threads dedicated specifically to that discussion/debate, so please do not use this as a post to start arguing about masks in this thread.

Think of these "Relaxation Zones" more like the "D Zones" they tried with New Fantasyland and less like DSAs. These are spots not just to potentially take a break from your mask but also to give folks who may be dehydrated or overwhelmed by the heat a place to sit and relax. They are going to be spaced and operated much like dining venues/lounges (people in seats, chairs, tables with only their parties, and not standing around, ample spacing between each party, etc...). There may be some water available there as well. The two areas he said they were considering were the Tomorrowland Terrace area (since this area won't really have a use without HEA) and the Diamond Horseshoe (yep, they're going to do it indoors, but they seem to think it's safe if they space it like a restaurant and keep the doors open). They're still looking for one more spot in MK (potentially the old D Zone in Storybook Circus maybe?). Here are a few things he mentioned:

• Ample and enforced spacing/social distancing
• Everyone will be seated
• Entry will likely be controlled (capacity is reached, etc...)
• CMs ensuring every guest who leaves is wearing a mask
• Guests having "difficulty" complying with the requirement will be sent here

It seems each of the parks is devising their own strategies as to where these would be best placed and operated, but everything is still in flux, so this may or may not reflect what we actually see on July 11.

 

[KrissyD715]

I find it sad that people are getting worked up about certain people possibly receiving pixie dust in the form of a room upgrade when:
1. it hasn't even happened yet
2. there is no guarantee it will happen
3. if it does happen it costs you nothing
4. you probably wouldn't mind if you were the one receiving the pixie dust
Disney is the happiest place on earth, right? Or at least it's supposed to be? With everything going on, the more magic they can spread around, the better off we are.

 

[DisneyWishes14]

You do so much to try to help out other people on this and other threads, please don't let a few people who get angry about rumors shared on a RUMORS BOARD get you down. You are very appreciated!

When people state rumors as facts, it's disconcerting: https://www.disboards.com/threads/resort-change-by-disney.3802935/page-2#post-61950512

 

[Krandor]

No, you did not always post it was "subject to change". And it is still a fact that things I've been told by DSM's do not come to fruition. Nobody ever questioned that people may be moved. Chapek himself stated that some resorts will not open to media outlets (official source!). That is not what you stated. You stated everyone is being moved to DVC resorts, end stop. To quote you, "I wouldn’t exactly call it speculation. This is what they were told from their regional office..and advised .to inform clients with WDW reservations at values and moderates they will be moved to DVC resorts but no choice as to where,

So, as of yesterday, that is the plan that was shared with them as TAs. Disney will be doing it automatically and letting guests know its been changed,

They just were not yet given a date as to which reservations it will apply to."

https://www.disboards.com/threads/resort-change-by-disney.3802935/page-2#post-61950512
Your story keeps changing. Stating rumors as facts is not helpful to anyone right now.

"as of yesturday that is the plan that was shared" certainly sounds like it is subject to change.

Regardless, attacking people trying to help and bring information is not helpful at all and will result is people being less likely to pass along information.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

Hey I heard from a friend in MK park ops something very interesting about the "Relaxation Zones." I want to preface by saying that masks are required for guests ages 2 and up, and discussing how to circumvent them is against this forum's rules. Additionally, there are other threads dedicated specifically to that discussion/debate, so please do not use this as a post to start arguing about masks in this thread.

Think of these "Relaxation Zones" more like the "D Zones" they tried with New Fantasyland and less like DSAs. These are spots not just to potentially take a break from your mask but also to give folks who may be dehydrated or overwhelmed by the heat a place to sit and relax. They are going to be spaced and operated much like dining venues/lounges (people in seats, chairs, tables with only their parties, and not standing around, ample spacing between each party, etc...). There may be some water available there as well. The two areas he said they were considering were the Tomorrowland Terrace area (since this area won't really have a use without HEA) and the Diamond Horseshoe (yep, they're going to do it indoors, but they seem to think it's safe if they space it like a restaurant and keep the doors open). They're still looking for one more spot in MK (potentially the old D Zone in Storybook Circus maybe?). Here are a few things he mentioned:

• Ample and enforced spacing/social distancing
• Everyone will be seated
• Entry will likely be controlled (capacity is reached, etc...)
• CMs ensuring every guest who leaves is wearing a mask
• Guests having "difficulty" complying with the requirement will be sent here

It seems each of the park is devising their own strategies as to wear these would be best placed and operated, but everything is still in flux, so this may or may not reflect what we actually see on July 11.

So they are the “jail” for people who won’t keep masks on! Interesting.

 

[Eric Smith]

I’m not sure Disney is going to share with us what resorts they’ll use. They aren’t even sharing what resorts they’ll use for us!

I think the writing has been on the wall that they're using Coronado Springs for quite a while.

 

[LSUmiss]

Do people seriously not realize this has always gone on? DVC resorts in particular will have people have all sorts of different amounts.

Rack rate, discounted rack rate (sometimes very heavy discounts), point rentals, owners on their own points, and possibly even people being comped/upgraded. It can swing by hundreds and hundreds of dollars a night.

Hers the thing, rack rate at Pop is like $183 max. There is no way discounts or not to get a 1 bedroom villa at Boulder Ridge for that a night. So some ppl are going to get significant upgrades. I think ppl who are talking about this hypothetically would feel differently t if they paid significantly more & other ppl just got it for free.

 

[SJMajor67]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1267497338123272195

 

[Eric Smith]

I thought the players had to vote after?

I would think so too, but I couldn't find any articles that said that. It seems like it's pretty much a done deal no matter who has to vote on it.

 

[stephk1981]

Hey I heard from a friend in MK park ops something very interesting about the "Relaxation Zones." I want to preface by saying that masks are required for guests ages 2 and up, and discussing how to circumvent them is against this forum's rules. Additionally, there are other threads dedicated specifically to that discussion/debate, so please do not use this as a post to start arguing about masks in this thread.

Think of these "Relaxation Zones" more like the "D Zones" they tried with New Fantasyland and less like DSAs. These are spots not just to potentially take a break from your mask but also to give folks who may be dehydrated or overwhelmed by the heat a place to sit and relax. They are going to be spaced and operated much like dining venues/lounges (people in seats, chairs, tables with only their parties, and not standing around, ample spacing between each party, etc...). There may be some water available there as well. The two areas he said they were considering were the Tomorrowland Terrace area (since this area won't really have a use without HEA) and the Diamond Horseshoe (yep, they're going to do it indoors, but they seem to think it's safe if they space it like a restaurant and keep the doors open). They're still looking for one more spot in MK (potentially the old D Zone in Storybook Circus maybe?). Here are a few things he mentioned:

• Ample and enforced spacing/social distancing
• Everyone will be seated
• Entry will likely be controlled (capacity is reached, etc...)
• CMs ensuring every guest who leaves is wearing a mask
• Guests having "difficulty" complying with the requirement will be sent here

It seems each of the parks is devising their own strategies as to where these would be best placed and operated, but everything is still in flux, so this may or may not reflect what we actually see on July 11.

Masks in parks and at resorts for 2 and over, but have they stated if they are required on walking paths. I am wondering specifically about the walkway from BWV to HS. Or would I be able to take it off of my 2 year old once we left the resort area, her sit in the stroller on the path, then put it back on before nearing the park?

 

[Krandor]

I would think so too, but I couldn't find any articles that said that. It seems like it's pretty much a done deal no matter who has to vote on it.

I've seen nothing on a players vote. Sounds like the commissioner is keeping the union in the loop so presumably they are on board

 

[Sandisw]

No, you did not always post it was "subject to change". And it is still a fact that things I've been told by DSM's do not come to fruition. Nobody ever questioned that people may be moved. Chapek himself stated that some resorts will not open to media outlets (official source!). That is not what you stated. You stated everyone is being moved to DVC resorts, end stop. To quote you, "I wouldn’t exactly call it speculation. This is what they were told from their regional office..and advised .to inform clients with WDW reservations at values and moderates they will be moved to DVC resorts but no choice as to where,

So, as of yesterday, that is the plan that was shared with them as TAs. Disney will be doing it automatically and letting guests know its been changed,

They just were not yet given a date as to which reservations it will apply to."

https://www.disboards.com/threads/resort-change-by-disney.3802935/page-2#post-61950512
Your story keeps changing. Stating rumors as facts is not helpful to anyone right now.

I will agree to disagree with you about my attempt to update the way I shared thing when I realized that maybe I didn’t do the best job.

And with that, I am not gong to be posting regarding it.

 

[Welsh_Dragon]

I never even knew this was a thing...that people thought they’d only be surrounded by their own “ kind” by booking at a more expensive resort. How do they stand going into the parks? Last I checked we weren’t separated by class there.

Ohhhhh, imagine if they sorted us by nationality. Those poor English people surrounded by Scottish, Northern Irish and Welsh people. Maybe add in some Channel Islanders to lift the baseline.

PS. This is not even a RUMOUR!!!

 

[gottalovepluto]

When people state rumors as facts, it's disconcerting: https://www.disboards.com/threads/resort-change-by-disney.3802935/page-2#post-61950512

It WAS a fact. It's a fact for the operations of that agency and it's clients and it's subject to change. It may not be a fact that applies to you, it may be a fact that annoys people, but it was not a rumor. The poster did nothing wrong, was kind to bring it to our attention and should not be falsely accused of posting rumors.

 

[cakebaker]

I think the writing has been on the wall that they're using Coronado Springs for quite a while.

I’ve thought so too ever since there was suddenly no availability weeks ago. I just don’t think they’re going to make any kind of official announcements.

 

[Welsh_Dragon]

I find it sad that people are getting worked up about certain people possibly receiving pixie dust in the form of a room upgrade when:
1. it hasn't even happened yet
2. there is no guarantee it will happen
3. if it does happen it costs you nothing
4. you probably wouldn't mind if you were the one receiving the pixie dust
Disney is the happiest place on earth, right? Or at least it's supposed to be? With everything going on, the more magic they can spread around, the better off we are.

Bravo

 

[Eric Smith]

When people state rumors as facts, it's disconcerting: https://www.disboards.com/threads/resort-change-by-disney.3802935/page-2#post-61950512

What do you take issue with there. I have no doubt that what is in that post actually happened. You need to calm down.

Obviously, nothing is official until either it happens or Disney makes an announcement, but a lot of the rumors that have shown up on this thread have turned out to be at least somewhat true. If you only want facts, stick to the news thread that rteetz is maintainng.

 

[gottalovepluto]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1267497338123272195

I want to be all "ohhh... only moved the reservation acceptance date by 2 weeks this time!"... but the other part of me thinks it's been what 2 weeks since the last time they moved it so it might mean squat.

 

[20yBWDW]

I typically stay value, stayed moderate once. My upcoming trip, I went ahead and booked deluxe for the one-time experience. I get the feeling of "ugh, I could have stuck with value and still had that experience." But it was a fleeting petty/jealous feeling. The reality is we all want Disney to survive this. We want our future trips to be like our past trips, though it may take some time to get there. Getting hung up on one family getting one single experience at reduced cost that helps to take away the sting (for them) of what they are missing out on---it is so pointless in the grand scheme of things. It is not going to affect your trip. You're not losing anything of yours. You can talk about exclusivity, but the area is not going to be any more crowded than a typical trip. If your fear is the riffraff that can't afford deluxe being in your midst, well, I can't help you there. We exist on two different planes morally and possibly socioeconomically. But if you loved Disney enough to buy in, and have had multiple trips enjoying your "exclusivity," can't you just accept that right now, they are in survival mode, and their ability to manage that serves all in the end?

 

[LSUmiss]

Not sure what you are asking.
Points are bought per contract, we can bank, use, or borrow said points. We can use them for as many or as little vacations per year we want with the points purchased. Each room/dvc resort has a different point usage attached, per night, per season.

Im talking about the first part of it. Was it saying that nothing can be booked the rest of the year. Not DVC.