Parking Lot Trams

[rpfennig]

The funny thing is they made a fairly big deal of them in the "Trains, Trams and Monorail" episode of "Behind the Attractions". Talking about the way they engage the guest from the moments before they enter the park (particularly at Disneyland).

"There's no doubt the Disneyland tram starts your day off in the right direction. When my daughter goes to Disneyland with me, when she sees the trams, she's ready for the day and ecstatic and the day's already made. That's the first ride of the day, is the tram."

Oh, Disney... though, now I'm wondering if they threw a few Jungle Cruise Skippers on the trams and a some props along the way they could bill it as a new ride. "Crikey mates, don't look now but there's a rare Saturn Outlook coming up on our left. Remember not to make eye contact directly with their headlights or they might charge... but not as well as the Chevy Bolt EUV at our conveniently located charging stations." Look, even a corporate sponsorship opportunity.

 

[over50visits]

I assume they have reduced the parking fee now that there is no tram service? I suppose when the trams do return the fee will go back up to $15 or whatever it was before the shutdown.

 

[luv2cheer92]

I assume they have reduced the parking fee now that there is no tram service? I suppose when the trams do return the fee will go back up to $15 or whatever it was before the shutdown.

$15?
But I've never ever considered my parking cost to be paying for a tram ride too. Since I never use the trams, I should get a reduced parking fee right? Seems weird to me.

 

[evilqueenmindy]

Death march to my car in the Dinosaur lot of animal kingdom Monday. BRING BACK THE TRAMS YOU CHEAPSKATES

 

[Eastern]

When they do return you will probably have to buy a token at the toll plaza $5 per person per day for tram access (complementary with a DVC Blue Card and/or an incredi-pass)

this low price will also gain you access to use the express monorail or ferry if parking at TTC (or you can walk for free around bay lake paths)

the resort monorail, busses & skyliner will be complementary for guests going to/from the resort they are staying at (Magic band or Magic mobile will be scanned upon boarding)however if you are an off site guest or are going to another resort for an ADR or to look around you will be charged a price that is comparable to whatever the orlando area city busses are charging (I know pre covid where I’m from it was $3 for a day pass lasting 24 hours from time of purchase fwiw)

this is trolling I hope Bob and Josh don’t get ideas

It's like you are inside Chapek's head.

 

[sheilafri]

DH and I frequently used the trams. We knew we would log some serious mileage in the parks. Didn’t want to waste our steps where there’s no to see or do.

 

[shawthorne44]

DH and I frequently used the trams. We knew we would log some serious mileage in the parks. Didn’t want to waste our steps where there’s no to see or do.

I'm the same. I can walk-walk-walk at the parks and be perfectly fine. But long treks in a parking lot or to get to the hotel room? I melt.

 

[Ermise]

They started hiring for more parking/tram employees a few weeks ago. Its likely a staffing issue. But of course everyone has to think its something its not.

I think everyone understands the issue. A "staffing issue" just means they are either unwilling to increase payroll at this time or are not offering a high enough wage to attract people to do the job. Both are obvious signs that they care more about profits than they do their customers. We all get it. We're just tired of experiencing it so blatantly.

 

[annekablam]

I guess this is the real "perk" of staying on site now. Not dying on your walk to the car

I wasn't even aware this had been cancelled...

 

[shawthorne44]

I guess this is the real "perk" of staying on site now. Not dying on your walk to the car

I wasn't even aware this had been cancelled...

Well, have you seen the recent reports of Disney transportation? Things like people not seeing a bus that goes to their resort for an hour. Not waiting an hour while seeing buses fill up and leave, but not even seeing one.
We haven't decided on-site or not yet. Even if onsite we'll drive to everywhere but MK.

 

[annekablam]

Well, have you seen the recent reports of Disney transportation? Things like people not seeing a bus that goes to their resort for an hour. Not waiting an hour while seeing buses fill up and leave, but not even seeing one.
We haven't decided on-site or not yet. Even if onsite we'll drive to everywhere but MK.

I have seen all those and honestly I was already not-so-impressed with the bus service when I last visited in 2019! I will just uber it myself and I will probably only be going to Animal Kingdom. I don't have small children so MK really doesn't have enough to offer me for the price. AK is the only park I really look forward to since the ongoing decimation of Epcot. I'll miss riding ToT at HS but again, not enough to justify the cost.

 

[karen4546]

When they do return you will probably have to buy a token at the toll plaza $5 per person per day for tram access (complementary with a DVC Blue Card and/or an incredi-pass)

this low price will also gain you access to use the express monorail or ferry if parking at TTC (or you can walk for free around bay lake paths)

the resort monorail, busses & skyliner will be complementary for guests going to/from the resort they are staying at (Magic band or Magic mobile will be scanned upon boarding)however if you are an off site guest or are going to another resort for an ADR or to look around you will be charged a price that is comparable to whatever the orlando area city busses are charging (I know pre covid where I’m from it was $3 for a day pass lasting 24 hours from time of purchase fwiw)

this is trolling I hope Bob and Josh don’t get ideas

I know you are joking but i do love me some BLUE CARD perks….lol

 

[mamaofsix]

For us, it wasn't so much the steps saved but the tone it set to your day. My kids get incredibly excited about the tram ride. It would be such a bummer to not have them there on our next trip.

 

[Princess Katelet]

Is it really $25 per PARK?? So if you park hop you pay for each new lot?

 

[goofyernmost]

Is it really $25 per PARK?? So if you park hop you pay for each new lot?

No, just one time. Start where you want, pay the parking fee and then go anywhere you want to as long as you have saved your receipt and no additional charge.

 

[Marionnette]

Is it really $25 per PARK?? So if you park hop you pay for each new lot?

No. You pay once and you're good for the day. Just show your receipt at the next theme park lot.

 

[1lilspark]

Is it really $25 per PARK?? So if you park hop you pay for each new lot?

For the day yes but it includes all parks like previous posters said a flex priced preferred parking option is also available at times

 

[mmsportsmom]

We will be there Oct 3-10. I havent told hubby (61) they are not running trams. If they still arent running then we will have to suck it up and pay for preferred parking.

 

[Zeebs]

How much is preferred parking? My daughter has additional needs and tires easily but not enough to receive a disability badge in the UK. Although I would hope the trams are back operational by the time we are allowed in the country.

 

[emily nicole]

How much is preferred parking? My daughter has additional needs and tires easily but not enough to receive a disability badge in the UK. Although I would hope the trams are back operational by the time we are allowed in the country.

It is $45 or $50 depending on the season (regular vs. peak- not sure how to find out which dates are what).