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

[fbarker]

It was from Cast Member previews (Look at the masks on the people). My understanding (just from reading posts on Twitter) was that it occurred after a terrible storm had moved through- a jam up that Disney will need to deal with

good point

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Lol the crowd heading to Splash merchandise.

 

[mrsap]

Lol the crowd heading to Splash merchandise.

Hope you’re having fun!

 

[Leigh L]

Lol the crowd heading to Splash merchandise.

Have a great day!!!

 

[dachsie]

Easy solution: good quality ponchos, and a stroller rain cover (if applicable). We've gone in summer plenty of times and always enjoy wandering around in our ponchos during the afternoon downpours while everyone tries to jam into indoor rides or flee the park.

Very true but first instinct is to get under cover.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Paint by number I guess!

 

[MomOTwins]

Paint by number I guess!

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OMG, this is cracking me up. I do wonder when they will be done though. Would be nice to have the cranes gone when we visit.

 

[Leigh L]

Paint by number I guess!

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That's hilarious!!

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

UPDATE, with Disney response Actors’ Equity Association says Walt Disney World has “locked out” its union members as a way of retaliating against Equity’s demand for coronavirus testing as a condition for returning to work, while Disney says park safety protocols have been accepted by other unions.

 

[Summer2018]

UPDATE, with Disney response Actors’ Equity Association says Walt Disney World has “locked out” its union members as a way of retaliating against Equity’s demand for coronavirus testing as a condition for returning to work, while Disney says park safety protocols have been accepted by other unions.

Not cool.

 

[lovethattink]

Here is a picture of AK’s map and where the Relaxation Stations are.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Seemed sort of like an After Hours event today to me at MK. Pretty low crowds on the whole.

One thing I had trouble with - CMs on rides like 7DMT, BTMR, speedway, etc that tell you what row to go to before boarding. Those are pretty noisy situations and you forget how much you use reading their lips, hearing their voice, and hand gestures to easily figure out what they are saying. With the masks and shield muffling the voice, I found I needed to pay extra attention to make sure I heard instructions correctly. Not that big a deal, just something new. And with them spacing rows, you kind of want to get it right!

Not many carts or food/beverage places open, which was brutal as it is quite warm here today, some of the hottest conditions I think I’ve experienced at WDW. Had to search a few times for places to get bottled water. Assuming just a preview staffing thing.

I should have bought stock in plexiglass companies, Disney has been very busy installing barriers in all sorts of places/queues.

Not going to lie, for me it’s a bit hard to “relax” when you’re always thinking masks, spacing, hand washing, virus, etc somewhere in the back of your mind, but on the whole it was a great experience and I feel content/safe with our decision to attend.

Walkway from CR/BLT was open and temp checks/security was a breeze. Love how the permanent security stations are coming together for the walkway and bus folks, it looks great.

Seems like all of this stuff is well covered on the Internet, but happy to answer any questions.

 

[yulilin3]

Seemed sort of like an After Hours event today to me at MK. Pretty low crowds on the whole.

One thing I had trouble with - CMs on rides like 7DMT, BTMR, speedway, etc that tell you what row to go to before boarding. Those are pretty noisy situations and you forget how much you use reading their lips, hearing their voice, and hand gestures to easily figure out what they are saying. With the masks and shield muffling the voice, I found I needed to pay extra attention to make sure I heard instructions correctly. Not that big a deal, just something new. And with them spacing rows, you kind of want to get it right!

Not many carts or food/beverage places open, which was brutal as it is quite warm here today, some of the hottest conditions I think I’ve experienced at WDW. Had to search a few times for places to get bottled water. Assuming just a preview staffing thing.

I should have bought stock in plexiglass companies, Disney has been very busy installing barriers in all sorts of places/queues.

Not going to lie, for me it’s a bit hard to “relax” when you’re always thinking masks, spacing, hand washing, virus, etc somewhere in the back of your mind, but on the whole it was a great experience and I feel content/safe with our decision to attend.

Walkway from CR/BLT was open and temp checks/security was a breeze. Love how the permanent security stations are coming together for the walkway and bus folks, it looks great.

Seems like all of this stuff is well covered on the Internet, but happy to answer any questions.

the heat was/is brutal today,
How did you and yours fair with the mask wearing and what type of masks did you wear?
And can I share your pics of the paint by numbers castle, giving you credit of course
I didn't see, was the resorrt monorail line working?

 

[PPFlight75]

Like perhaps many, our summer plans have wobbled all over the place on a daily basis it seems. So many overlapping things between the resorts, park reservations, kid’s camps/sports that may/may not happen and we don’t know until the last minute, whether my office is open or not, etc, etc. Not to mention the virus itself, arguably the biggest unknown. For me personally, it’s been all over the place in terms of plans, how I feel, what’s the best thing to do. The only glue being flexible cancellation policies.

But yes, I got cold feet on the Uni plans once WDW started to roll out their reopening and dates became more clear.

I know what you mean. We've had so many plans. One day it seems perfect and the next not so much lol!

 

[GADisneyDad14]

the heat was/is brutal today,
How did you and yours fair with the mask wearing and what type of masks did you wear?
And can I share your pics of the paint by numbers castle, giving you credit of course

We’ve tinkered with all kinds but have settled on the medical disposable ones. DS10 triple loops it and it fits fine. He’s a trooper and “gets it” so will go along, but he was whining a bit towards the end. It’s hard for tweens to mentally grasp things like masks and social distancing (from my experience), but he did great.

I’m fine with hot weather and the masks, but even I was pretty “done” at the end!

 

[Ecomommy09]

We’ve tinkered with all kinds but have settled on the medical disposable ones. DS10 triple loops

They have kids sized masks for children’s hospitals and kids clinics. I bought a box for WDW on the off chance we will get to go. I agree the paper are the most comfortable when it’s really hot. I’m generally fine with any mask, but I tried the tshirt variety at work today and kept feeling suffocated going upstairs, so I think those are the worst I’ve tried so far!’

 

[lovethattink]

I got a storm shield heat advisory early this morning. Said feel like temps would be 109 degrees between noon and 6pm.

The heat was brutal.

@GADisneyDad14 I had a very hard time hearing without seeing mouths. Ds has better hearing.

I started a trip report about the reopening
https://www.disboards.com/threads/a-whole-new-world-disney-during-a-pandemic.3807109/

 

[ClapYourHands]

UPDATE, with Disney response Actors’ Equity Association says Walt Disney World has “locked out” its union members as a way of retaliating against Equity’s demand for coronavirus testing as a condition for returning to work, while Disney says park safety protocols have been accepted by other unions.

I’m so sad to hear that! The shows are my favorite part about Disney!

Personally, I’m on the AEA members’ side on this one. They literally cannot use any PPE, due to the nature of their work, and are engaged in activities that generate a lot of droplets while standing in close proximity to each other. No testing means no protection.

But for myself, I’m sad both because I really want to see the shows, and they are the best people-eaters to get folks out of lines and walkways.

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

I’m so sad to hear that! The shows are my favorite part about Disney!

Personally, I’m on the AEA members’ side on this one. They literally cannot use any PPE, due to the nature of their work, and are engaged in activities that generate a lot of droplets while standing in close proximity to each other. No testing means no protection.

But for myself, I’m sad both because I really want to see the shows, and they are the best people-eaters to get folks out of lines and walkways.

Universal did let the AEA folks come back and perform with masks. Apparently, employees still got sick. That's why they are demanding testing at Disney.

 

[GigEm96]

Not one single word uttered

https://twitter.com/x/status/1280942002670956544

That made me quite emotional. July 19th can't get here fast enough.