Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[dreamit]

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...

I have these in my cache, as well. I keep hearing they’re the most comfortable in the heat. The downside I wonder about is humidity and rain...will they have to constantly be changed out for a new mask?

 

[Mr. Drauer]

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?

At Universal - you just eat it. What you have are small groups that are eating or drinking and everyone just social distances from the other groups. There are some areas with tables along / near the CS places to eat, but not by the carts. They do not want to see everyone with the mask down walking and drinking / eating. They ask you to pull the mask down to take a drink when walking, if feasible. In all the restaurants, everyone takes there masks off when seated for the duration of being there. same if your sitting at a bar or side table or table outside. At Volcano Bay, you put your mask on when getting in line for a bar or to order food or go in a shop, but keep it off otherwise. Disney is going to be acting in a similar fashion. They have the social distancing lines/marks set up in lines, lines for carts, lines for CS, lines for stores, etc. Where they don't, people are pretty good about avoiding others and keeping their distance. This allows for eating and drinking in most areas.

 

[dreamit]

Is it definite that the Epcot monorail will not be in operation come 7/15 or is that only known for the preview days?

 

[GusGusTheMouse]

I feel like I may have inadvertently started a discussion I didn’t want to start, so I’ll end with this.

While I may have a personal preference for a certain type of mask, I am sure others have personal preferences as well. Those who wish everyone was wearing N95s or those who do not want to wear a mask at all. Disney’s rules are not going to be perfect for everyone. And we are all going to have to compromise, but we are also all allowed to keep our own opinions because we have all had different experiences these past few months.

A Disney trip this year is going to be one word, compromise. From masks, to ADRs, to blue walls, to no characters or fireworks. It’s not going to be normal, but if you are okay with that and still okay with paying that price then you are making a compromise with Disney AND all of the other guests too.

So we all can be annoyed because I am sure almost all of us who chose to go will be annoyed with something at one point or another. So let’s keep that in mind when we go.

 

[Mfowler7828]

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).
Only concern I have with the surgical mask is that the bands can dig into your ears and become uncomfortable for a while. All personal choice as long as you are wearing one I’m not going to be picky.

 

[dreamit]

At Universal - you just eat it. What you have are small groups that are eating or drinking and everyone just social distances from the other groups. There are some areas with tables along / near the CS places to eat, but not by the carts. They do not want to see everyone with the mask down walking and drinking / eating. They ask you to pull the mask down to take a drink when walking, if feasible. In all the restaurants, everyone takes there masks off when seated for the duration of being there. same if your sitting at a bar or side table or table outside. At Volcano Bay, you put your mask on when getting in line for a bar or to order food or go in a shop, but keep it off otherwise. Disney is going to be acting in a similar fashion. They have the social distancing lines/marks set up in lines, lines for carts, lines for CS, lines for stores, etc. Where they don't, people are pretty good about avoiding others and keeping their distance. This allows for eating and drinking in most areas.

I really hope this is how we see things done at WDW, just using good common sense and being reasonable.

 

[Chumpieboy]

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 don't know specifically about chiffon vs cotton or whatever, but the viruses, and the liquid droplets in our breath are all infinitely larger than the gas molecules in the air. One thingy can be filtered by the mesh of the mask and still let another thingy through...

 

[gatechfan99]

At Universal - you just eat it. What you have are small groups that are eating or drinking and everyone just social distances from the other groups. There are some areas with tables along / near the CS places to eat, but not by the carts. They do not want to see everyone with the mask down walking and drinking / eating. They ask you to pull the mask down to take a drink when walking, if feasible. In all the restaurants, everyone takes there masks off when seated for the duration of being there. same if your sitting at a bar or side table or table outside. At Volcano Bay, you put your mask on when getting in line for a bar or to order food or go in a shop, but keep it off otherwise. Disney is going to be acting in a similar fashion. They have the social distancing lines/marks set up in lines, lines for carts, lines for CS, lines for stores, etc. Where they don't, people are pretty good about avoiding others and keeping their distance. This allows for eating and drinking in most areas.

That all makes sense.

I think everyone's just having to work through what the safest things are. Personally, I want to limit how much I pull down the mask while walking to take a drink. I feel like the fewer times the mask is pulled down and put back, the better. Each time you do it is a chance to contaminate the mask and/or your hands and face. I want to try to do as much eating and drinking in one sitting as possible to limit how much the mask area is touched.

 

[yulilin3]

My one recommendation if you're coming now is to stop and drink about every 30 min. It's very hot and the mask wearing aggravates your body and you just need more water. Also i went ahead and bought some salt tablets to help with dehydration

 

[westie55]

Does anyone have any updated insight as to whether NY, NJ,and CT arrivals into FL will still be required to quarantine? I believe the current order was supposed to expire tomorrow or thereabouts? I am from NJ and am considering going to the parks in August, but things seem bleak.

 

[SaintsManiac]

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).

My Costco had a ton of them, too. They are the absolute best ones to wear in the heat, or for long periods of time.

 

[MickeyWaffles]

Question for people who are going: what is your plan if you develop a fever/covid symptoms while on your trip? Let’s say you picked it up at home and while you’re at WDW, you or a family member spikes a fever/starts showing symptoms.

I doubt most would get tested and also put resources towards quarantining for 2 weeks in FL if they’re positive. So, what do you do? How do you get home without exposing others?

I know many say they are aware of the risks, but I’m wondering what they would do if they actually got sick while on their trip. I’m sure anyone going has thought this through.

 

[rteetz]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/07/disney-releases-new-information-about-passholder-previews/

 

[Spridell]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/07/disney-releases-new-information-about-passholder-previews/

-If you are staying at a Disney Resort hotel, Disney transportation will not be available for this limited event. You will need to provide your own transportation to the theme park parking lot.

Did I miss that news on these pages the last couple of days?

 

[DGsAtBLT]

https://blogmickey.com/2020/07/disney-releases-new-information-about-passholder-previews/

You scared me with the few words visible from that headline

 

[MickeyWaffles]

-If you are staying at a Disney Resort hotel, Disney transportation will not be available for this limited event. You will need to provide your own transportation to the theme park parking lot.

Did I miss that news on these pages the last couple of days?

That seems new, right? I hadn’t heard that one yet.

 

[yulilin3]

-If you are staying at a Disney Resort hotel, Disney transportation will not be available for this limited event. You will need to provide your own transportation to the theme park parking lot.

Did I miss that news on these pages the last couple of days?

it was in the 1st email they sent

 

[Spridell]

it was in the 1st email they sent

AHHHHH

THanks.

 

[SaintsManiac]

Any info on when we can book for the 50th...

 

[MrsBooch]

Any info on when we can book for the 50th...

I mean...i'm still waiting for info on when the rest of 2020 ticket sales will open....so i'm sure...soon