Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[dreamit]

I agree that masks are to be worn to protect others, not yourself. But I guess that is my issue with “breathable” masks. They are not doing that, it’s just the illusion you are protecting others from your droplets. At least that is my understanding.

I personally would be pretty bummed to see I’m standing next to someone in a sheer chiffon mask because that means I’m likely breathing in your germs through my cotton mask. So now my cotton mask is pointless.

Ugh... I can already see the issues arising from all this. I’ll have to keep my temper in check this August.

Or maybe I’ll just buy these chiffon masks too so I dont pass out if others are already wearing them...

I understand what you’re saying. I’m definitely not trying to find some work-around where my mask is not protecting others. It’s double-layered, fit against the face, and I don’t feel my breath through it when speaking. As for “breathable”, I think we all want this. Cotton masks are breathable.

 

[GusGusTheMouse]

Yes, you should keep your temper in check. If Disney allows people in wearing a mask you don't think is appropriate, then t's no one else's business to comment on what type of mask they are wearing.

Never said I would say anything to anyone, especially if Disney finds it suitable. I also looked at the brand posted sand it seems to have multiple layers. I was more imagining a mask you can literally see the persons mouth through.

But like everyone else here, I’m allowed a personal opinion that I can keep to myself while at the parks. But I guess I will keep my opinions to myself and not on this board as well...

 

[GusGusTheMouse]

I understand what you’re saying. I’m definitely not trying to find some work-around where my mask is not protecting others. It’s double-layered, fit against the face, and I don’t feel my breath through it when speaking. As for “breathable”, I think we all want this. Cotton masks are breathable.

I actually just responded about this to another poster. When you said chiffon... I had something totally else in mind. While I personally don’t love it, I also like not passing out so understand the appeal.

 

[MickeyWaffles]

Yes, you should keep your temper in check. If Disney allows people in wearing a mask you don't think is appropriate, then it's no one else's business to comment on what type of mask they are wearing.

Everyone is trying their best. I'm appreciative to see someone's nose and mouth covered.

I mean, someone could put a different style mask on once they’re in the park, so it doesn’t really matter if Disney let them in it or not, but regardless ...

Guests should definitely leave the enforcement to the CMs and security. If you see a violation, report it to them. Guest vs. guest confrontation rarely ends well and is usually a giant waste of time if (well, when) it escalates.

See something reckless or in violation of the rules, notify a CM and move along with your day.

 

[JacknSally]

Better photos of the new castle paint! It’s much less abrasive in these photos than in ones we’ve seen before. I’m glad they got this project finished before they reopened MK.

ETA: if you zoom in, you can see really pretty dimension and patterns in the blue sections! I was not a fan of this makeover from previous photos, but I really like it here - especially the blue and gold.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1280196104416571393

 

[Mfowler7828]

The truth is unless you are going full hazmat suit no mask will protect you completely. But any mask will protect more than no mask. Where Disney wants to fall on that scale is up to them. Personally I wear a cooling gaiter mask, I don’t know yet if Disney will allow it but am hoping they do.

 

[Mit88]

It’ll be pretty bad if they don’t make good on the “we’ll send information in early July with how to take action on these options” from their website. I’ll be playing the annoying phone game with them again if we don’t hear anything before the passholder previews start though .

Ive kind of resigned to the idea that I’m going to have to accept the 5 month extension even though I have no plans, or intention of going to Disney between November and March, especially with DestinationD PPD and missing out of the Marathon registration, even though I doubt it still runs.

If I have to surrender my pass to get the partial refund, it makes very little sense to me, and they’d be more likely to get my partial refund if I kept my pass until October and gave me a 4 month refund that I’d just give right back to them for a renewed pass

 

[BrianR]

Interesting to think about

I could see this being the biggest non-park-opening week.

Like I think when Disneyland first opened or Disney World (Magic Kingdom) or Epcot, or even like Shanghai are bigger. But excluding the opening of anything it might be. Maybe post-9/11 but in some ways this feels bigger (and certainly more eyes on it)

It's going to be a crazy 48-72 hours. Previews, NBA arrivals, and MLS competitive games start Wednesday 8PM at ESPN WWoS. Some of the things they're trying production wise may transfer well to the NBA broadcast, some will be unique (drone cams, which you couldn't do in MLS stadiums with fans at the height they're talking about).

 

[Mit88]

Better photos of the new castle paint! It’s much less abrasive in these photos than in ones we’ve seen before. I’m glad they got this project finished before they reopened MK.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1280196104416571393

I love it. It could be much, much worse. We’ve seen them do much, much worse.

 

[GusGusTheMouse]

The truth is unless you are going full hazmat suit no mask will protect you completely. But any mask will protect more than no mask. Where Disney wants to fall on that scale is up to them. Personally I wear a cooling gaiter mask, I don’t know yet if Disney will allow it but am hoping they do.

Any recommendations on those? We are going to key west after Disney and are trying to find a good “cooling” brand for the pool.

 

[Jd2020]

HI Dreamit, any chance you can share a link to what you ordered? I am currently making homemade masks with the thinnest/most breathable fabric I could find; but I wouldn't mind adding more mask options for our large group, I want to have multiple masks for each person. Thank you!

Thinnest most breathable ? I think that kind of defeats the whole object of masks.

 

[Mfowler7828]

Any recommendations on those? We are going to key west after Disney and are trying to find a good “cooling” brand for the pool.

Tough headwear on Amazon.

 

[JacknSally]

I love it. It could be much, much worse. We’ve seen them do much, much worse.

The Stitch toilet paper...

 

[gatechfan99]

Back to some Disney talk

Proposed/rumored mask/rest stations

Magic Kingdom
Tomorrowland Terrace
Golden Oak Outpost
Pete's Silly Slideshow

Animal Kingdom
Upcountry Landing
Pizzafari

My biggest unanswered question (and probably won't be answered until reports start filtering in on what's allowed) is what to do for hydration and snacks. It is going to be HOT (duh) and we always focus a lot on staying hydrated with that. I know they're not going to let you walk for long stretches without a mask just so you can sip on a water bottle every minute or so. But are there other outdoor places you can sit and have either a drink or snack? We always like to get a Mickey Bar or Strawberry Bar from one of the carts in the afternoon. Where do we eat that? There's no seating at the carts. I assume you can't do it as you walk. Do you have to find one of the rest stations and eat it? Can you go into some place like Cosmic Rays and eat it? Or is an outside bench or ledge that's removed from all the foot traffic good enough to sit and eat and drink? Are these types of things being allowed at Disney Springs and/or Universal?

 

[snicketfan]

If you want a thin mask, disposable surgical masks are very breathable... and filter out more droplets from your mouth than a single ply gaiter...

 

[Anna_Sh]

Thinnest most breathable ? I think that kind of defeats the whole object of masks.

I have a feeling that Disney may get a little more specific in their language about allowable masks...

 

[BrianR]

I have some Outdoor Research masks w/ replaceable filter inserts coming this week, a little pricey and they go in / out of stock a lot but I'm excited to see how they perform.

 

[dreamit]

My biggest unanswered question (and probably won't be answered until reports start filtering in on what's allowed) is what to do for hydration and snacks. It is going to be HOT (duh) and we always focus a lot on staying hydrated with that. I know they're not going to let you walk for long stretches without a mask just so you can sip on a water bottle every minute or so. But are there other outdoor places you can sit and have either a drink or snack? We always like to get a Mickey Bar or Strawberry Bar from one of the carts in the afternoon. Where do we eat that? There's no seating at the carts. I assume you can't do it as you walk. Do you have to find one of the rest stations and eat it? Can you go into some place like Cosmic Rays and eat it? Or is an outside bench or ledge that's removed from all the foot traffic good enough to sit and eat and drink? Are these types of things being allowed at Disney Springs and/or Universal?

I am also curious about how this will be handled. You can’t get very far with a Mickey bar in this heat without it turning to soup.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

If you want a thin mask, disposable surgical masks are very breathable... and filter out more droplets from your mouth than a single ply gaiter...

For anyone looking, our Costco had boxes and boxes the other day. If you can get your hands on enough of them, they’re probably the best choice for a vacation (no worries about keeping them clean) especially a hot humid one (although not as cute as some of the fabric ones lol).

 

[jenushkask8s]

My biggest unanswered question (and probably won't be answered until reports start filtering in on what's allowed) is what to do for hydration and snacks. It is going to be HOT (duh) and we always focus a lot on staying hydrated with that. I know they're not going to let you walk for long stretches without a mask just so you can sip on a water bottle every minute or so. But are there other outdoor places you can sit and have either a drink or snack? We always like to get a Mickey Bar or Strawberry Bar from one of the carts in the afternoon. Where do we eat that? There's no seating at the carts. I assume you can't do it as you walk. Do you have to find one of the rest stations and eat it? Can you go into some place like Cosmic Rays and eat it? Or is an outside bench or ledge that's removed from all the foot traffic good enough to sit and eat and drink? Are these types of things being allowed at Disney Springs and/or Universal?

For drinking, we bought some silicone reusable straws to take with us. We figure we can poke them under the bottom of the mask to drink and not have to take our masks off.