Cruise and Theme Park Operational Updates due to Coronavirus

[kylenne]

Fireworks are so expensive, and I’m not sure that’s its doom and gloom to think they may keep them gone longer than they need to from a safety perspective (because I think if they wanted to have them and distance people appropriately even now they could figure out a way), if the addition of them isn’t going to cause an uptick in spending.

A morale booster to have Disney bring their nighttime shows back? Probably. But if the same amounts of people are staying away with and without fireworks what’s the benefit to Disney to spend all that?

I see what you're saying and agree, but part of me is also thinking about the trend they were on pre-closure to squeeze more money out of fewer guests, and how that might be an even more attractive option to them in the covid era. With lower overall crowds, it might be harder to sell dessert parties (I know the only reason I pony up for the HEA one is a guaranteed spot away from the madness in the hub). But it's even harder to sell those TPV rooms at the monorail resorts with no fireworks. It's a delicate cost/benefit analysis to make.

This is also why I think they want to figure out CL amenities sooner rather than later, and why I think VIP tours just got announced, first and before any other upcharge thing.

 

[Mfowler7828]

But what condescending things will people here say towards Tri-State area residents still planning to go to Florida if the Tri-State area is subtracted from the banned list? I dont know if I’m ready for it to be peaceful.

In all seriousness, I doubt NY/NJ/CT is subtracted. Maybe Texas, California and Arizona are added

I have made my thoughts on mandatory quarantines well known on this thread. I hope no ones trip has to be effected or cancelled because of them. I am going from the tri-stare area on the 19th either way.

 

[Mal6586]

Governor DeSantis press conference to be at 12:45 PM (or likely delayed), today.

Live streams:

https://thefloridachannel.org/
https://www.wftv.com/news/gov-desan...ajor-announcement/EVAYPVEYCVA55NBXTSKF3L7JD4/
https://www.wftv.com/live-event-2/

Please oh please don’t quarantine me 3 days before we leave. My area of Mississippi isn’t crazy, and I’ve never had the option to work from home so I’ve been working this whole time, and I really just need my 5 days of magic!

 

[SaintsManiac]

I see what you're saying and agree, but part of me is also thinking about the trend they were on pre-closure to squeeze more money out of fewer guests, and how that might be an even more attractive option to them in the covid era. With lower overall crowds, it might be harder to sell dessert parties (I know the only reason I pony up for the HEA one is a guaranteed spot away from the madness in the hub). But it's even harder to sell those TPV views at the monorail resorts with no fireworks. It's a delicate cost/benefit analysis to make.

This is also why I think they want to figure out CL amenities sooner rather than later, and why I think VIP tours just got announced, first and before any other upcharge thing.

There you go being all logical again.

 

[dancergirlsmom]

Does anyone know a live stream on YouTube right now?

That Crazy Disney Lady. She will be on all day today and will be streaming from the other parks over the next few days.

 

[johnnyr]

The page was updated today at 10:41 AM. Nothing new about the Tri state area.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

But what condescending things will people here say towards Tri-State area residents still planning to go to Florida if the Tri-State area is subtracted from the banned list? I dont know if I’m ready for it to be peaceful.

In all seriousness, I doubt NY/NJ/CT is subtracted. Maybe Texas, California and Arizona are added

I don’t care what state you’re from, if you’re breaking quarantine I feel that same negative way about “you” (general). If they lift if for those states, great. Hope those people have fun and safe trips.

I think quarantines are just another rule that need to be followed, similar to masks, and if you’re (general you, again) unwilling to follow you shouldn’t travel. On both ends. It’s not some personal grudge against tri state residents lol.

 

[Brianstl]

She was just being extra cautious, and I don’t believe she was wearing 3 masks the entire day, I’m not entirely sure she even said she was wearing 3 masks at all.

I’m positive making this trip wasnt easy for her, or her husband to allow her to make. But its her job, and she loves Disney enough that she was willing to take the risk, but on her own terms. This is a very, very historic moment for the Disney parks. Theres a good chance that most people wont experience Disney the way it is yesterday, today, or tomorrow. If you know that you have the ability to take enough precautions to make it acceptable enough to make the trip, then you’re probably going to go, or at least think about it.

I’ve actually seen people wearing the two masks. My doctor told me she wears puts a surgical mask inside her more attractive and more comfortable cloth mask—kind of like a filter.

Layering masks does not act like a filter. For a mask to offer any protection air has to flow through the mask. The more layers you apply the harder it is for air to flow through the mask. Since a mask does not seal on the face like a respirator, wearing multiple masks causes the air flow to shift from through the mask to sides of the mask and the air you are breathing completely avoids passing through the mask at all. It puts yourself and all other park guests at greater risk.

 

[Mfowler7828]

The page was updated today at 10:41 AM. Nothing new about the Tri state area.

Page updates everyday at that time. When they post new daily Covid numbers. I’m sure if anything changes with the quarantine restrictions DeSantis will announce it.

 

[SierraT]

But what condescending things will people here say towards Tri-State area residents still planning to go to Florida if the Tri-State area is subtracted from the banned list? I dont know if I’m ready for it to be peaceful.

In all seriousness, I doubt NY/NJ/CT is subtracted. Maybe Texas, California and Arizona are added

I think you may be right.

https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/us/

 

[DGsAtBLT]

I see what you're saying and agree, but part of me is also thinking about the trend they were on pre-closure to squeeze more money out of fewer guests, and how that might be an even more attractive option to them in the covid era. With lower overall crowds, it might be harder to sell dessert parties (I know the only reason I pony up for the HEA one is a guaranteed spot away from the madness in the hub). But it's even harder to sell those TPV rooms at the monorail resorts with no fireworks. It's a delicate cost/benefit analysis to make.

This is also why I think they want to figure out CL amenities sooner rather than later, and why I think VIP tours just got announced, first and before any other upcharge thing.

Right I think it just comes down to money. If there’s money to be made adding nighttime entertainment back in, there will be a safe way figured out to do it. If not, I think they stay gone longer.

 

[Brianstl]

Fireworks aren’t parades. Most theme parks have fireworks. Very few theme parks have parades. They build nighttime shows based around fireworks. HEA doesnt work as a light show. The light show compliments the fireworks.

Exactly, Disney isn't able to charge premiums on thousands of hotel rooms because they have a parade view. Fireworks might be expensive, but they generate much more income for Disney than they cost. They will bring them back as soon as they believe they can do it in a way that won't create problems for them.

 

[Mfowler7828]

Cases up in Florida but positivity rate way down to 12.7!!! That’s really good news!!

 

[Mit88]

I don’t care what state you’re from, if you’re breaking quarantine I feel that same negative way about “you” (general). If they lift if for those states, great. Hope those people have fun and safe trips.

I think quarantines are just another rule that need to be followed, similar to masks, and if you’re (general you, again) unwilling to follow you shouldn’t travel. On both ends. It’s not some personal grudge against tri state residents lol.

I’d rather welcome someone from a banned state that is willing to comply with all of the rules as in wearing a mask, staying distant, etc than someone from my own state that had the reaction the AP holder did yesterday when the CM told them they couldnt walk around the entire park without a mask on just because they had a bottle of water in their hands. The way NY/NJ residents seem to be viewed on here is what people saw from the cast of Jersey Shore. Sorry to break it to you (general you), we’re not all disrespectful jabroni’s

Up here, we wear masks when we’re told to. We dont throw hissy fits when the governor makes it a mandate.

 

[anthony2k7]

Right I think it just comes down to money. If there’s money to be made adding nighttime entertainment back in, there will be a safe way figured out to do it. If not, I think they stay gone longer.

They could always limit the schedule - maybe only fireworks once every 2 or 3 days.

I'm sure there will be significant cuts though.

 

[hertamaniac]

Please oh please don’t quarantine me 3 days before we leave. My area of Mississippi isn’t crazy, and I’ve never had the option to work from home so I’ve been working this whole time, and I really just need my 5 days of magic!

I think quite a few of us will be watching (and immediately posting) any relevant updates. I don't want to speculate when we're within an hour or so.

 

[DGsAtBLT]

I’d rather welcome someone from a banned state that is willing to comply with all of the rules as in wearing a mask, staying distant, etc than someone from my own state that had the reaction the AP holder did yesterday when the CM told them they couldnt walk around the entire park without a mask on just because they had a bottle of water in their hands. The way NY/NJ residents seem to be viewed on here is what people saw from the cast of Jersey Shore. Sorry to break it to you (general you), we’re not all disrespectful jabroni’s

I think you’re reading way too far into it. It’s not about the states in question at all, at least for me. And I definitely don’t think everyone is running around acting like Snooki or the situation, lol.

Follow the rules in place for travel, or don’t travel. I would harshly judge Canadians who are breaking rules to go right now, and I know we are good people .

 

[Mrs Grumpy]

Question IF it happens - If our state is not on the list (Missouri) but our connection is (Texas) would it apply to us since we are flying from that state when we arrive?

 

[Disneysoule]

Question IF it happens - If our state is not on the list (Missouri) but our connection is (Texas) would it apply to us since we are flying from that state when we arrive?

I don't believe so, I think you would be ok

 

[Mit88]

I think you’re reading way too far into it. It’s not about the states in question at all, at least for me. And I definitely don’t think everyone is running around acting like Snooki or the situation, lol.

Follow the rules in place for travel, or don’t travel. I would harshly judge Canadians who are breaking rules to go right now, and I know we are good people .

But for every one person thats being honest, there are 150 that aren’t saying anything. If you think I’m the only one in the tri-state area that has a plan in place, then theres a bridge in Brooklyn I’d like to sell you. Doesnt make it wrong or right, but if I had never said anything in the first place, no one here would know.