WDW COVID-19 Operational Changes- Reservation System-Rope Drop Procedures

[BridgetR3]

Take this for what it's worth from a phone CM but I called today to ask for a partial refund for my hubby's AP. The phone CM began to try to convince me to keep the AP but stopped short when she said, "You have a June trip booked so you should keep the AP....oh wait, no that's going to fall off later today....." Our trip is June 6-14 but was not cancelled last week in that round.

ETA - she also mentioned that my November reservation "should" (she emphasized it) be safe but if it's not, then rest assured that one day Disney will reopen. (I definitely think November will be safe but.....)

 

[thedarksyde]

Last week I wasn't familiar with the term gaiter so I looked it up. Gaiter = Survivor buff

Me too but today before I read this.

 

[Jroceagles]

Take this for what it's worth from a phone CM but I called today to ask for a partial refund for my hubby's AP. The phone CM began to try to convince me to keep the AP but stopped short when she said, "You have a June trip booked so you should keep the AP....oh wait, no that's going to fall off later today....." Our trip is June 6-14 but was not cancelled last week in that round.

so hints to late June. Who knows....

 

[Mom2Anna&Elsa]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1263163862347587584

 

[Jroceagles]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1263163862347587584

Huge and great news

 

[Mom2Anna&Elsa]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1263163862347587584

Lauren Seabrook followed it up to say that dates are required to be presented too, so we should know more soon.

 

[OnceUponATime15]

So as per Kevin Smith.. both the NBA and MLS at WDW “in some form” in order to complete their seasons... 20,000 hotel rooms across the Resort and nearby - Looks like Disney has figured out how to cap guest capacity and generate an alternate revenue stream - who says the Mouse isn’t a clever one

 

[Bibbobboo2u]

The Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force is scheduled to meet on 5/21 at 2pm. I believe this is the correct link to watch live:

https://www.orangecountyfl.net/OpenGovernment/OrangeTVVisionTV/OrangeTVLive.aspx

 

[GBRforWDW]

So as per Kevin Smith.. both the NBA and MLS at WDW “in some form” in order to complete their seasons... 20,000 hotel rooms across the Resort and nearby - Looks like Disney has figured out how to cap guest capacity and generate an alternate revenue stream - who says the Mouse isn’t a clever one

But will Disney World actually open with those sports going on? Sorry, this is going OT as it’s speculative and not confirmed, but the goal for the sports is to create a fanless bubble, that would be difficult if other resorts are open.

 

[Theactualdisneyprincess]

Have there been any dreaded cancellation emails today yet?

I’m wondering too. I also wonder if they will change notification schedule based off of the DS phased reopening

 

[poohj80]

It sounds like the theme parks will be presenting their re-opening plans tomorrow which will include an opening date so hopefully we'll know about our reservations by then.

 

[Bibbobboo2u]

https://www.wesh.com/article/pence-orlando-visit-tourism/32617126
live stream of meeting with Desantis, Pence, and tourism groups

ETA: originally from Hertamaniac on another thread - thank you!

 

[brockash]

I’m wondering too. I also wonder if they will change notification schedule based off of the DS phased reopening

We should be getting ours a d haven't yet, but last week no one got them til Thursday.

 

[Bibbobboo2u]

Disney rep talking now - only thing he reallly said was that they were grateful for the gov't programs because not all employees will be brought back on board at one time. Mentioned that they would probably discuss water parks tonight - think that was only because they mentioned CDC guidelines about pools, etc

 

[GBRforWDW]

Disney rep talking now

Thanks for the updates

 

[Bibbobboo2u]

Pence asked Seaworld about timing - he said from time get approval would be a couple to 2-3-4 weeks until open. Specifically said around end of June if they can get approval and data keeps moving in that direction, they will be ready then.

ETA: He being the Sea World rep

 

[Spridell]

Seaworld just said Mid June if all goes to plan

 

[OnceUponATime15]

disney gave no indication of an opening date.. just “gradually”

 

[lovethattink]

My DIL got called in to work tonight at Disney Springs!! She is so excited.

I took notes on the round table earlier.

In addition to what @Bibbobboo2u posted

Disney (George but didn't catch his last name) said they opened Shanghai Disney at 20% capacity the first week with a 30% max.

Disney Springs opens today.

Water Park discussions to come because of new CDC guidelines. DeSantis said he'd like water parks to open soon.

ETA: Mark Swanson from Sea World said they could open in 2 to 4 weeks and they are planning on a June opening.

 

[maryj11]

Didn’t he say they would do something similar to what Shanghai did and sell a limited amount of tickets for opening? What does that mean for us who already have reservations and tickets?