Rumor about “modified experiences” when Disney reopens (read 1st post for potential modifications being considered)

[anthony2k7]

Disney is no doubt prepping for reopening and has been. All of their new/final procedures may not be in place just yet but they are certainly working on them daily. Like others have said they have been working on what to do, how to do it, and so much more since before the closure. This has never happened before so there is no blue print for it. They have to develop one and that is likely a longer process than it would be otherwise.

Do you know if any physical preparations have started anywhere on property yet?

 

[rteetz]

Do you know if any physical preparations have started anywhere on property yet?

Not to my knowledge.

 

[anthony2k7]

Disney is probably not going to have many Canadians going to the parks for awhile. With the U.S. moving so quick to reopen where Canada is going very slow, its going to be very difficult to get medical insurance that's covers Covid-19. Its going to keep many Canadians home.

Not just Canada. No sign of flight bans to europe being lifted.

What about all those visitors from brazil/etc?

 

[Violetspider]

Not to my knowledge.

I wish you weren't right, but I believe you are.

 

[anthony2k7]

Not to my knowledge.

That is surely key.

 

[woody337]

You think they will be lifted because they're an inconvenience for everyone? Or because it is safe to do so?

Probably a mix of both

 

[yankeesfan123]

Do you know if any physical preparations have started anywhere on property yet?

Smmco said there is no doubt they are doing that already.... so you have that.

 

[TomServo27]

China may have different restrictions than Florida.

It’s not a perfect comp but it’s what we got for now. I just don’t think you can completely dismiss what is going there.

 

[anthony2k7]

Probably a mix of both

Well as has been said before, we're gonna be needing some pixie dust for it to suddenly be much safer within the next few weeks. Not realistic at all.

 

[Criickette]

Just a FYI, masks were discussed by Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force. It was on today’s call and asked by Disney.

 

[anthony2k7]

Smmco said there is no doubt they are doing that already.... so you have that.

I think I believe rteetz over smmco...

 

[rteetz]

I'll say Disney is doing maintenance and cleaning things but they aren't currently doing it in a pace that they are opening tomorrow either. To my knowledge they aren't putting in signage or markings yet for any possible social distancing procedures either. Not to say that isn't happening but its not happening in mass yet at least. There is very much only a skeleton crew working right now in the parks not a full bore maintenance like they would during normal operation.

 

[midnight star]

I'll say Disney is doing maintenance and cleaning things but they aren't currently doing it in a pace that they are opening tomorrow either. To my knowledge they aren't putting in signage or markings yet for any possible social distancing procedures either. Not to say that isn't happening but its not happening in mass yet at least. There is very much only a skeleton crew working right now in the parks not a full bore maintenance like they would during normal operation.

Have there been any reports of cast members getting called back for training? I feel like if we hear that, it could be a good sign.

 

[anthony2k7]

Have there been any reports of cast members getting called back for training? I feel like if we hear that, it could be a good sign.

I guess they would need to appear on the schedule for that, but it was said on sunday that no significant extra CMs were schedule for next week.

 

[yulilin3]

I wouldn't expect much notice on the actual opening date. They probably don't want to large crowd at first and that would be one way to minimize the amount of people coming.

We will definitely have at least 2 week notice cause of cm scheduling

 

[Katie1174]

Just want to note. I wear a mask for patient interaction. In that 15 minutes I'm starting to sweat as the temps are increasing with summer coming. This is inside. For me masks in outdoor Florida heat, masks will be soaked so fast I'd need a bag full for half a day.

Yes.......My sister, brother-in-laws wife and close firend are dental hygienists. My niece is an ICU nurse. They, except my niece who is in full virus gear right now, wear masks 8 hours a day 5 days a week in an air conditioned office and they get extremely hot, sweaty and uncomfortable. They cant wait to rip those off. All of them said they would never go on a vacation and wear masks all day, especially in the FL heat and humidity. They said nothing would kill the vacation vibe more than that.

 

[DisneyElite4]

Just a FYI, masks were discussed by Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force. It was on today’s call and asked by Disney.

What was said specifically?

 

[DaBourques4]

This summer will not be the time for anyone to go as a first time there trip.

I agree, but also disagree. Myself, husband, and kids have been 20 times, but this will be my granddaughter's first trip. Our trip is July 1-6 and we're going if they're open. She won't know that she's missing out on being able to hug a princess, she'll be happy to SEE a princess in real life from afar. Same for any character. She won't know she's missing out on parades or fireworks or any show that's not open. She will simply be mesmerized by being at Disney and riding rides and seeing Cinderella's castle. Plus, I think Disney will have "new magic" to replace what they're temporarily removing due to Covid. (I'm an optimist and I find joy in most anything!)

 

[Criickette]

Employees will be required to wear masks, not customers. A lawsuit was brought up last week that businesses can not require customers to wear masks, it needs to be a personal decision.

 

[DaBourques4]

Whats the point of what? Breathe a little

I read it as, "me too, that's what I'm waiting for" because I'm in Louisiana, but not in a hot spot here. I'm anxiously waiting for news that I can travel to Florida for my July 1 trip. I thought that's what this person was saying as well. Let's all simmer down. <3