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[twodogs]

Just an FYI for those of you with August reservations with the 35% discount and $50/night resort credit deal from a previously rescheduled reservation: DON”T let your reservation get too close and auto-cancel by Disney, because then it is a real hassle to get them to apply the discount to your next rescheduled reservation. I had a reservation that was to start 8/4, which was a modification from a trip in March that has been rescheduled several times. I knew we would not be going in August, but I wanted to modify the reservation to keep the discount, even if it would only be valid on stays that end on or before 9/30. But, I lost track of time, and it auto-cancels 3 days prior to check in, which was yesterday. I called last night, and they were not keen to let me book another reservation with the discount since mine was “canceled’ and could not be modified. The CM reluctantly got with GS while I was on hold, and initially all they agreed to was the $50/night resort credit. Well, that is peanuts compared to 35% off rack rate at the GCH! I asked to see if she could find a way to get the 35% off back on the reservation, and eventually she “kept trying” and found a way to reduce the price of our newly booked 3 night stay at the end of September by $1000, getting us the 35% off (and the resort credit). Since I have already modified this reservation several times, I can testify that rebooking is much easier than having the original booking auto-cancel, and then trying to get them to apply a discount to a new reservation. In the end it worked out, but pay attention to your dates!

 

[tankgirl!]

Thanks, twodogs. That's really helpful. I'm in a similar situation with a trip from March rescheduled to August 26th. Have they officially canceled until September 1st? Does anyone know how late we can reschedule? Is it only through September still? Thanks.

 

[theluckyrabbit]

New Weekend Hours for DTD:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1289608800031240193

 

[Jane VanTassel]

Does anyone know what day of the week they have been sending out cancellation emails for people with disney hotel reservations? We are supposed to be staying over labour day weekend and we are just holding on as long as we can....

I'm really bummed for you all!! I'm having flashbacks to my trip cancelled to WDW (first one/Flower and Garden)! I will say, they cancelled everything without an issue and were wonderful! I hope the same for you all!!

 

[edhmom]

Thanks, twodogs. That's really helpful. I'm in a similar situation with a trip from March rescheduled to August 26th. Have they officially canceled until September 1st? Does anyone know how late we can reschedule? Is it only through September still? Thanks.

When I rescheduled my August trip last week I was told I could reschedule through the end of December. I was one of those who got switched from DLH to GCH, so she said if I moved beyond October 1, which is the anticipated DLH opening date (for refurbishment NOT general opening) they would have to move me back to the DLH or else I would have to pay the price difference.

 

[DebbieB]

Nothing about DL on the earnings call.

 

[dina444444]

Nothing about DL on the earnings call.

Not surprised. There won't be an update till the CA government issues guidance.

 

[twodogs]

They said I could rebook to whenever I wanted, but if I wanted the $50/night resort credit and the 35% off rack rate at the GCH, my stay had to END by 9/30. Previously it went through a little bit of early October (but did not include the holiday weekend), but they have rolled it back to 9/30. I think they may not even be open by then, and time will tell if they let me then rebook it again for later, with the discount.

 

[gottalovepluto]

TAs were notified by Disney yesterday resort hotel stays through Aug 29 will be cancelled. (This is consistent with the one week rolling cancellation notifications on Thursdays pattern for those wondering.)

 

[Nessats]

I am confused as to what is going with annual passes. Here's our situation.

Husband and I live in California. He has a Disneyland AP. Because I take part in Run Disney events, I have the premier passport that covers both Disneyland and WDW. I have the email and phone number telling me what number to call by August 11 about my premier passport, but I'm unclear what is going on with Disneyland APs. Am I correct that Disneyland APs are up in the air right now, or have I missed information? I'm working way through this thread, but that's the impression I have at the moment, unless I missed something. Thanks.

 

[Mathmagicland]

Am I correct that Disneyland APs are up in the air right now, or have I missed information? I'm working way through this thread, but that's the impression I have at the moment, unless I missed something. Thanks

No word yet re Disneyland APs Because the parks do not yet have a new opening date.

 

[cmrdgrs]

TAs were notified by Disney yesterday resort hotel stays through Aug 29 will be cancelled. (This is consistent with the one week rolling cancellation notifications on Thursdays pattern for those wondering.)

Thank you for sharing this news. I really appreciate it.

 

[Nessats]

No word yet re Disneyland APs Because the parks do not yet have a new opening date.

That's what I thought, but wasn't certain. Thanks for the confirmation.

 

[dina444444]

I am confused as to what is going with annual passes. Here's our situation.

Husband and I live in California. He has a Disneyland AP. Because I take part in Run Disney events, I have the premier passport that covers both Disneyland and WDW. I have the email and phone number telling me what number to call by August 11 about my premier passport, but I'm unclear what is going on with Disneyland APs. Am I correct that Disneyland APs are up in the air right now, or have I missed information? I'm working way through this thread, but that's the impression I have at the moment, unless I missed something. Thanks.

Disneyland APs have not had any updates given other than the original plans. For the premier pass they stated that if you take the extension it will be further extended for the additional days Disneyland is closed.

 

[theluckyrabbit]

... Am I correct that Disneyland APs are up in the air right now, or have I missed information? I'm working way through this thread, but that's the impression I have at the moment, unless I missed something. Thanks.

All official updates from Disney are on the first page of this superthread with the date of the latest announcement in red. The most recent official update will be at the top of each post on the first page. When looking for official news from Disney about DLR, just go over the first page of this thread to see where things stand. That's the quickest, easiest way to stay up to date on what's going on/not going on with DLR. If you still have a question, go ahead and post!

 

[theluckyrabbit]

A little bit of news:
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/08/...ail&utm_term=0_a98380eccc-3652cd3db4-96199085

 

[tsumgirl]

For those planning a January trip, it was just announced that NAMM, which was scheduled for the week of 1/18/2021, is cancelled:

https://www.ocregister.com/2020/08/10/namm-cancels-2021-convention-in-anaheim-due-to-coronavirus/

 

[theluckyrabbit]

For those planning a January trip, it was just announced that NAMM, which was scheduled for the week of 1/18/2021, is cancelled:

https://www.ocregister.com/2020/08/10/namm-cancels-2021-convention-in-anaheim-due-to-coronavirus/

Thank you for this update!

 

[bwvBound]

OC Register article, dated 8/10, on CA's plans to reopen theme parks:

https://www.ocregister.com/2020/08/...-disneyland-and-other-california-theme-parks/

 

[cruisehopeful]

Update from Gay Days:
WILL THERE BE A GAY DAYS THIS YEAR?

As you probably know, Disneyland is curently closed and there is not a date set for re-opening. But according to our sources at Disneyland, the parks are ready. They only need about ten days’ notice to open their gates. And in the meantime, Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, Shanghai Disneyland, Tokyo Disneyland and Anaheim’s own Downtown Disney are all open with many, many safety precautions in place. Even more significantly, reports from all of those places are that guests are close to 100 percent compliant and that cast are on hand to crack down on anyone not adhering to safety regulations. So while there may be a lot of Covidiots out there, apparently, when people get to the parks, they understand the rules and follow them without throwing hissy fits. There have not been any outbreaks linked to the Disney parks.

Disneyland is in talks with the Governor’s office to negotiate re-opening. If they do, we will be having Gay Days 2020!

That said, we are looking at all of the ways we would have to modify our programming. Even if we are allowed, we don’t think that having a dance party is a responsible thing to do, nor do we see gathering in a huge pack for the group photo as a viable option. But if we can meet up safely at Disneyland, as community, in our red shirts, we’re going to do it! We are already talking to Disney about some new elements we might be able to introduce, just for this year!

As we announced previously, we expect that once Disneyland opens, like at Walt Disney World, guests will need to make reservations for park entry and priority will be given to guests with hotel reservations. We therefore encourage you to take advantage of the fantastic Gay Days rates and reserve a hotel room. There is no risk: all rooms will be automatically cancelled if the parks are not open. CLICK HERE to book a room.

Fingers crossed!!!!