Marathon Weekend 2021

[Dug720]

SAFD: Honestly not overly into World Showcase... But I guess Mexico leads a bit because it is the easiest to eat in if you’re gluten-free

 

[1lilspark]

SAFD:
Can I do top 5 (In no particular order)
1) Mexico
2) Japan
3) UK
4) Norway
5) Germany

 

[pixarfan24]

SAFD: The UK pavilion has to be my favorite! I just love the vibe there and going into the shops, oh, and you can't forget about the awesome food! I love seeing the band play under the gazebo.

 

[drummerwife]

SAFD: Japan hands down. We were stationed at Camp Zama (just outside Tokyo) for three years in the late ‘80’s and every time I’m there I’m filled with wonderful memories and a feeling a calmness. Japan was the best assignment we had in our 25 years of service. Now if they would just bring back the drummers...

 

[RunDopey]

SAFD: Also a big fan of the Japan pavilion. It is laid out very well with distinct areas that are will isolated from each other. The food is great (even for my celiac wife @Dug720 ), love wandering in the department store and the Kawaii exhibit is fun.

Other favorites are UK, Canada and France.

 

[Dug720]

SAFD: Also a big fan of the Japan pavilion. It is laid out very well with distinct areas that are will isolated from each other. The food is great (even for my celiac wife @Dug720 ), love wandering in the department store and the Kawaii exhibit is fun.

Other favorites are UK, Canada and France.

Well, I should add I don't do seafood - raw or cooked. I'm not allergic, but it literally makes me throw up. So that makes Japan extra challenging.

 

[All Aboard]

I was not online this weekend as the discussion about the viability of race weekend was happening. So, sorry to turn the conversation back in that direction. But, my hope is that no matter what the final decision is on the races occurring, that Disney recognizes that there will be many, many registrants that will not be comfortable with participating in a large scale event, and that they offer deferrals to all who would like them. Then, everyone will get their wish. Those who really want to participate can, and those who do not can defer.

 

[camaker]

I was not online this weekend as the discussion about the viability of race weekend was happening. So, sorry to turn the conversation back in that direction. But, my hope is that no matter what the final decision is on the races occurring, that Disney recognizes that there will be many, many registrants that will not be comfortable with participating in a large scale event, and that they offer deferrals to all who would like them. Then, everyone will get their wish. Those who really want to participate can, and those who do not can defer.

Deferrals are very unlikely, but prior to cancellation of W&D they were allowing people to cancel and be refunded (typically on a Disney gift card). I wouldn’t be surprised if they continued this practice, especially for international runners facing travel difficulties.

 

[Krandor]

Deferrals are very unlikely, but prior to cancellation of W&D they were allowing people to cancel and be refunded (typically on a Disney gift card). I wouldn’t be surprised if they continued this practice, especially for international runners facing travel difficulties.

Agreed. I think there will be some kind of refund/cancellation option. Like you said most likely to gift card and not straight refund.

 

[Disney at Heart]

France? Acrobats, street artists, architecture, food- Monsieur Paul, Chefs de France, Les Halles, L’Artisan des Glaces, - a future Creperie and Remy ride, Impressions de France with its beautiful air conditioned theater and superb music.

Or Mexico? Or Morocco? Or Japan? Or Canada? Or Italy? Oh, I really can’t decide.

Meanwhile, RIP Off Kilter, British Revolution, Matsuriza, Mo’ Roccan, Sergio, the street acting troupes, and other entertainment that have been axed that I really loved in World Showcase.

 

[lovin'fl]

SAFD: France....grand marnier slushies are a MUST

As far as the marathon, what's the latest status? I have not been in this thread in a while.

 

[garneska]

@Disney at Heart i hear you on all the entertainment I loved at Epcot that they axed. All those were great. I love Off Kilter.

 

[ZellyB]

SAFD: Probably Germany. Not because it's a great pavilion but my Mom is German and I have had several lovely trips there visiting, so it just brings back those memories for me.

 

[Mr. Drauer]

I'm a broken record here: I see no way WDW can host races while FL hospitals are desperate for more medical professional staffing. Social distancing, mask requirements, etc. can all be worked out, but they cannot take medical resources away for races when they're needed to deal with COVID. Things have improved down here in FL, but nobody expects that to be a constant: every expert expects to see more surges in cases/hospitalizations with schools reopening. I think that's the biggest wait-and-see factor here.

RunDisney's medical director was a full go for Wine and Dine - she said that they had all the required personnel and equipment (as normal) to conduct the race. The races were cancelled by the higher ups due to the perceived "optics" of having the race weekend. Hospitals around central Florida are not (and have not been) desperate for staff during the pandemic. Many laid off nurses and other professionals in March and April when many normal procedures and surgeries were cancelled.

 

[PrincessV]

SAFD: Oh, this is HARD! Especially because I was just there and took about 3 hours to slowly enjoy all WS countries, taking a million photos.

Okay, if I have to pick one... it has to be Japan. 1. Because the architecture is amazing. 2. Because I have 18 years of very fond memories of taking my son shopping in Mitsukoshi. 3. Sake bar. 4. Tokyo Dining. 5. The gardens. 6. The ambient music. I love all of it!

But if I may pick two, I'll add France. 1. Because j'adore real France and can't get there easily, so Faux France fills that void a bit. 2. Champagne et un crêpe chocolat while watching fireworks from a bench far back in the pavilion. 3. Salade niçoise from la Boulangerie. 4. Impressions de France.

Honorable mention: China. 1. A photographer/art historian's dream to explore. 2. No matter how crowded the day, we can always get into Nine Dragons without an ADR and enjoy a really good meal with excellent service.

 

[PrincessV]

RunDisney's medical director was a full go for Wine and Dine - she said that they had all the required personnel and equipment (as normal) to conduct the race.

Where/when was that said? I don't recall ever hearing that! Interesting, as Track Shack mentioned at some point that medical volunteers was a big concern for them regarding their races.

Hospitals around central Florida are not (and have not been) desperate for staff during the pandemic. Many laid off nurses and other professionals in March and April when many normal procedures and surgeries were cancelled.

I'm admittedly 100 miles from WDW, so West-Central FL, but our hospitals were absolutely desperate for more staff a few weeks ago and were pulling help from other areas of FL. I know this because my job includes being in on the conference calls discussing the COVID situation and I listened to the heads of our hospital conglomerates make that statement.[/QUOTE]

 

[Mr. Drauer]

Where/when was that said? I don't recall ever hearing that! Interesting, as Track Shack mentioned at some point that medical volunteers was a big concern for them regarding their races.


I'm admittedly 100 miles from WDW, so West-Central FL, but our hospitals were absolutely desperate for more staff a few weeks ago and were pulling help from other areas of FL. I know this because my job includes being in on the conference calls discussing the COVID situation and I listened to the heads of our hospital conglomerates make that statement.

[/QUOTE]
Her office is next door to the nurse supervisor at Celebration hospital (the nurse is a rundisney runner) who asked her the day of the cancelation what was behind the decision and that was her response.

as for the hospital situation - similar to testing here: multiple test sites with daily openings here, and i have heard that it has been nearly impossible to get tested in the Tampa area. My sister in law runs the large orthopedic group in Tampa and they laid off more than half of the staff, and have had a hard time getting them to come back to work still.

 

[shellott-hill]

SAFD:
Tough call...Let's go with Italy for the Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar.

Japan would have to be a close second...

 

[xjillianpaige]

Yes, that's the one. I'm quite sore today from those hills.

Yeah. I felt great after the race, a little stiff from the drive home. But the next day my hips were sore.

 

[kilowan]

Good morning, runDisney all-stars!

For this week’s Sundays are for Disney, what is your favorite World Showcase pavilion and why?

Favorite would have to be Japan.
love walking through Mitsukoshi and my wife loves the food and that makes her happy
Second is Mexico = margaritas