IMO Theme Parks SHOULD be treated the same as other mass gatherings - concerts, fairs, festivals, etc. But I am not the one making the decisions. I will continue to make decisions for myself based on my comfort level and that means limited trips to the store, avoiding dining in at restaurants and avoid places where a lot of people are gathered (parks, beaches, amusement centers, etc.).It doesn’t surprise me at all that theme parks are not lumped in with other mass gathering events, they shouldn’t be treated the same given their complexities.
So based on what came out today, I’m thinking DtD will open in June sometime. Maybe after July 4th for the parks? I think our Labor Day trip will happen.... but we may not go because.... masks. It was 96 degrees in the parks last Labor Day weekend. So hot.
I am contemplating the same thing. With masks required pretty much everywhere in San Diego now, I am realizing my tolerance level is pretty low. We already don’t do well with heat. We went in both July and August last year and only lasted until 11am before we retreated for the pool. It may be the deciding factor in whether or not we take the extension option for our passes, they technically expired yesterday.
Today alone has been an e-ticket ride!This is an emotional roller coaster lol
IMO Theme Parks SHOULD be treated the same as other mass gatherings - concerts, fairs, festivals, etc. But I am not the one making the decisions. I will continue to make decisions for myself based on my comfort level and that means limited trips to the store, avoiding dining in at restaurants and avoid places where a lot of people are gathered (parks, beaches, amusement centers, etc.).
IMO Theme Parks SHOULD be treated the same as other mass gatherings - concerts, fairs, festivals, etc. But I am not the one making the decisions. I will continue to make decisions for myself based on my comfort level and that means limited trips to the store, avoiding dining in at restaurants and avoid places where a lot of people are gathered (parks, beaches, amusement centers, etc.).
I’m sticking with “before Labor Day,” assuming nothing significantly changes to delay that (like a significant new spike in cases).So WDW announced their opening dates. Not until mid July. I honestly didn't think it would be that late for them. Masks will be required. No parades and fireworks. No character meet and greets. I wonder when Disneyland will announce their plans?
So WDW announced their opening dates. Not until mid July. I honestly didn't think it would be that late for them. Masks will be required. No parades and fireworks. No character meet and greets. I wonder when Disneyland will announce their plans?
Yeah I also thought they would open late June or early July given how quickly the state of florida has opened. Plus that means Universal will be open a full month before them. Sea World will also open June 11.I’m sticking with “before Labor Day,” assuming nothing significantly changes to delay that (like a significant new spike in cases).
I expected WDW to propose late June or July 1, so I’m a little surprised. We’ll see.
I think DL will open after WDW too. If they somehow open before, like in late June or early July, that would be crazy lol.I was also surprised it was that late. I don’t see Disneyland opening before WDW, tbh.
Totally get it -- I'm going through that, too.... I’m just not sure how I feel about any of it. One minute I’m sure I’ll try to go re-opening day if I can get in... the next, I’m convinced that’s dumb. Idk.
Maybe since they won't have expensive entertainment options that helps them save money? They also furloughed their CM's. So that is saving them some money I assume.I will say that I very much DO NOT ENVY the people having to make the logistical decisions here. Every option seems like a minefield in some capacities.
I’m very curious about the profitability of the parks running at such a reduced capacity. Are they even possibly making money running the parks with 30% of guests? Shanghai is crawling with CMs, so it doesn’t seem like they’re able to proportionately cut staffing...
Balancing safety with profitability with ease/convenience with still trying to create “Magic” seems awfully challenging.
In other news, I heard Shanghai’s full parade ran yesterday, and it looks like social distancing measures have already relaxed a bunch there. I’m just not sure how I feel about any of it. One minute I’m sure I’ll try to go re-opening day if I can get in... the next, I’m convinced that’s dumb. Idk.