RE-OPENING! -- all resorts will open by year-end

[gap2368]

My daughter and I went to Disney Springs yesterday and as long as you were not moving around and outside you could remove your mask. I found it rather amusing that the stores only have one entry door and someone is physically there to count you but all the other doors are exits and while there is someone to make sure nobody comes in that door they don't have a device to remove you from the count.

I heard they do count you as you leave you might not know they are counting as you leave

 

[Starwind]

I heard they do count you as you leave you might not know they are counting as you leave

Exactly. A human is needed at the entrance as a gatekeeper, but a sensor/machine can notify when people are leaving (or rather when a large enough object crosses the sensor's path at the exit) and wirelessly notify the human gatekeeper another human-ish-object has left the exit.

SW

 

[mamabunny]

Exactly. A human is needed at the entrance as a gatekeeper, but a sensor/machine can notify when people are leaving (or rather when a large enough object crosses the sensor's path at the exit) and wirelessly notify the human gatekeeper another human-ish-object has left the exit.

SW

Or a single human, manning a bank of security camera video feeds could communicate with the gatekeeper as well. Probably technology that is already in place, and regularly staffed...

 

[Starwind]

Or a single human, manning a bank of security camera video feeds could communicate with the gatekeeper as well. Probably technology that is already in place, and regularly staffed...

Yep !

Whatever way they do it, I assume they are making use of technology, new or existing, to quietly inform the gatekeeper.

SW

 

[RaySharpton]

Hi, lanejudy. I thought this info might help. I like how the LaughingPlace website put everything together you have done in your thread here posting and updating on the regular Disability Forum. I had been posting on the Disability Community Forum about how things might change for wheelchair/mobility scooter users, too. But thought it might help here.

Which Resorts are Reopening:

• Walt Disney World has confirmed that the following Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts will reopen on June 22nd:
  • Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort
  • Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge
  • Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village
  • Disney's Beach Club Villas
  • Disney's BoardWalk Villas
  • Disney's Old Key West Resort
  • Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
  • Disney's Riviera Resort
  • Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort
  • The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort
• Click here to see all of the available locations at each resort.
• Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will be the only non-Disney Vacation Club location on Disney property to reopen on June 22nd.

Arriving at a Disney Resort:

• Visitors are strongly urged to visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/travelers/before they travel to Walt Disney World to ensure that they comply with Florida’s requirements.
  • If a Florida visitor is ordered by the state to self-isolate or quarantine will not be allowed to enter a Walt Disney World Resort.
• A room or dining reservation is required in order to access the open resorts.
• Face coverings are required in all public areas for Guests ages 2 and up with the exception of while swimming or dining.
• Guests are encouraged to use the My Disney Experience app to check-in and check-out without making a trip to the front desk.
• The My Disney Experience App will have a new “Virtual Chat With a Resort Cast Member” service starting June 22nd for Guests who need assistance.
• “Persons who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, have been in contact with someone with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 symptoms without completing a 14-day quarantine, or are under quarantine orders must not enter Walt Disney World Resort.”
• Disney’s Magical Express Service will be available to transport Guests to and from the Orlando International Airport.

New Health and Safety Enhancements:

• Resort rooms will undergo a thorough cleaning prior to your arrival including TV remotes and doors, in addition to cleaning housekeeping tools between rooms.
• Housekeeping will visit every-other-day to remove trash and used towels, replace owls and amenities, clean counters, and vacuum. Guests can decline cleaning during their stay if desired.
• High-traffic areas throughout the resorts have received cleaning enhancements, including elevators, handrails, tables, benches, door handles, and restrooms.
• In-room safety enhancements include extra linens and towels wrapped in single-use packaging, individually wrapped glassware, and double-cased pillows.

Changes to Resort Operations

• Resorts are offering self-parking with their standard fees, but valet service is restricted exclusively for Guests with disabilities who require parking assistance. A valid disability parking permit is required.
• Bell Services can deliver luggage to rooms, but are unable to escort Guests.
• Club-level service is temporarily unavailable at all Disney Resorts.
• In-room celebrations are not available at this time.
• Self-service laundry is available, but dry-cleaning and valet laundry are unavailable.
• Resort airline check-in may be temporarily unavailable.
• Some dining locations may not be operating during your stay.
• Fitness centers may have reduced hours and capacity.

Accessing Resort Pools

• Feature pools may have reduced hours and capacity.
• Leisure pools will be open 24 hours a day.
• Stormalong Bay at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will not be available during the initial reopening period. Guests will be redirected to the leisure pool at Disney’s Beach Club Villas

Closed Services at All Resorts Include:

• Arcades
• Campfires
• Dog parks
• Electrical Water Pageant
• Fireworks Cruises
• In-room childcare services
• Marina rentals
• Pin trading
• Playgrounds
• Spas, salons and Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
• Special classes and programs (animal programs, culinary, hula lessons, mermaid school, etc…

Getting to the Parks:

• Disney Transportation will be delivering Guests from their Resort to the parks and back, but with reduced capacity. Guests should plan ahead for travel delays using Disney Transportation.
• Minnie Van Service will not be available during this initial phase of reopening.
• Disney recommends checking the temperature of all members of your party before leaving home.
• To access the theme parks, which begin to reopen on July 11th, Guests will need a park reservation entry time in addition to valid admission to the same park on that same date.
• Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Resort are not guaranteed park admission.

Additional Helpful Information For Your Stay:

• FastPass+ service has been suspended for the time being.
• Disney has discontinued the Extra Magic Hours benefit until further notice.
• More information can be found at DisneyWorld.com.

 

[cm8]

Hi, lanejudy. I thought this info might help. I like how the LaughingPlace website put everything together you have done in your thread here posting and updating on the regular Disability Forum. I had been posting on the Disability Community Forum about how things might change for wheelchair/mobility scooter users, too. But thought it might help here.

• New Health and Safety Enhancements:
  
  • Resort rooms will undergo a thorough cleaning prior to your arrival including TV remotes and doors, in addition to cleaning housekeeping tools between rooms.
  • Housekeeping will visit every-other-day to remove trash and used towels, replace owls and amenities, clean counters, and vacuum. Guests can decline cleaning during their stay if desired.
  • High-traffic areas throughout the resorts have received cleaning enhancements, including elevators, handrails, tables, benches, door handles, and restrooms.
  • In-room safety enhancements include extra linens and towels wrapped in single-use packaging, individually wrapped glassware, and double-cased pillows.

Are we getting the New Harry Potter experience? LOL

 

[lanejudy]

I have updated the first post with a summary of info WDW posted last night (6/6/2020) as well as a link to the WDW site with more detail.

Those with June reservations may be receiving an email to confirm/modify/cancel their reservation. No further info about reservations after July 4th.

No further info about the park reservation system.

 

[marcyleecorgan]

I'm happy that all this info is becoming more specific to help people modify plans if needed. Thanks for sharing, everyone!

 

[Simba's Mom]

• Stormalong Bay at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will not be available during the initial reopening period. Guests will be redirected to the leisure pool at Disney’s Beach Club Villas

So Stormalong Bay won't be available during the time when resorts open, but not theme parks?! Although I can understand it (it's shared by the entire Yacht and Beach Club complex, but only BCV are open), I predict that a few (or more) guests who were holding reservations during that time before the parks open may now wish they'd cancelled. It's too bad Disney wasn't able to announce this more than 30 days in advance.

 

[lanejudy]

So Stormalong Bay won't be available during the time when resorts open, but not theme parks?! Although I can understand it (it's shared by the entire Yacht and Beach Club complex, but only BCV are open), I predict that a few (or more) guests who were holding reservations during that time before the parks open may now wish they'd cancelled. It's too bad Disney wasn't able to announce this more than 30 days in advance.

Correct, SAB will not open immediately, but the leisure pool at BCV will be open. YC and the hotel side of BC will not be open initially, either. No word on when any of those will open. Folks with June reservations at BC/YC will be given an opportunity to upgrade to a DVC unit (no choice of which), reschedule, or cancel, WDW has extended package PIF/cancellation to 7 days prior to arrival thru October; room-only is standard 5-day.

 

[RaySharpton]

 

[DisneyOma]

Haven't seen where they will be misting areas to take masks off. They said they will be using the old smoking areas. All the parks already have a place with misting fans. We will be going on the passholder preview day.

I'd be surprised if they had the misting fans on at this point. Moisture combined with air flow - great way to spread the virus, be careful!

 

[lanejudy]

Disney has announced phased reopening dates for Disneyland Resort in California, pending givernment approval:
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...th-proposed-reopening-of-theme-parks-july-17/

 

[bluecruiser]

Nice choice of opening date, 65th anniversary of Disneyland's opening!

 

[RaySharpton]

Disneyland Launches Webpage For Updated Reopening Information

Last Updated: June 10, 2020

We are pleased to announce our proposed plans for a phased reopening of the Disneyland Resort.

• July 9 — Downtown Disney District

Pending state and local government approvals:

• July 17 — Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park
• July 23 — Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel

Enhanced Health and Safety Measures


As we prepare for this phased reopening, we’ve made some updates based on guidance from health authorities, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and appropriate government agencies. These enhanced health and safety measures are designed to promote:

• Cleanliness
• Physical distancing
• Reduced contact

While it may be a bit different from the last time you visited, we’ve come up with new ways to create magical moments

Reopening with a New Park Reservation System
Pending state and local government approvals, Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park will begin a phased reopening on July 17, 2020.
The Disneyland Resort will reopen with some important updates to promote physical distancing, including:

• Park Reservations: Because theme park capacity will be significantly limited to comply with governmental requirements and promote physical distancing, we will manage attendance through a new theme park reservation system that will require all Guests, including Annual Passholders, to obtain a reservation for park entry in advance. Theme park reservations will be subject to availability. More details about this new reservation system will be available soon.
• New Ticket Sales: At this time, we are also temporarily pausing new ticket sales and Annual Passport sales and renewals. Additional details will be provided soon.
• Hotels of the Disneyland Resort: Pending governmental approval, Disneyland Resort Hotel Guests will once again enjoy being immersed in the magic when Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, and Disney Vacation Club Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa reopen to Guests and members starting on July 23, 2020. The Disneyland Hotel will open at a later date. Plans to support physical distancing as well as increased cleaning measures, along with a number of other health and safety protocols, will be implemented as part of the phased reopening of our hotels and the Disney Vacation Club.

Upon reopening, certain theme parks, hotels, restaurants and other locations may be limited in capacity and subject to restricted availability or even closure based on guidance from health experts and government officials. Furthermore, certain attractions, experiences, services and amenities will be modified, have limited availability or remain closed. Park admission and offerings are not guaranteed. We will provide more information as it becomes available. We reserve the right to cancel any reservations, admission media or purchases and provide applicable refunds. Please also see our policies regarding cancellations by Guests.
Additionally, select attractions and certain experiences that draw large group gatherings—such as parades and nighttime spectaculars—will return at a later date. While character meet-and-greets will be temporarily unavailable, Characters will be in our parks in new ways to entertain and delight our Guests. The Disneyland Resort will also have capacity measures in place, as well as limitations on parking and operating hours.
Given this unprecedented situation, we appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we navigate through this process as responsibly as we can. Additional measures and procedures will be announced closer to the opening date.

 

[smallworldnh]

I'm torn over whether to take my chances and keep my Sept. 6 reservations or try to change (again) to Oct. or Nov. when reservations open up. My original trip was scheduled for May. We had to reschedule, got the FD Recovery package for September, but the package was changed again, as everyone elses was. We are taking my 86 year old mom this year and having the grand kids that live in California meet us there for a sort of a reunion. This trip is on her bucket list and because of her age and the fact that she has mild CHF in addition to some other, not at the moment life threatening issues, we just can't afford to wait too much longer. We are already worried that the heat might be too much for her, that there might be a hurricane threatening our trip, etc., but now there is this reservation system that does NOT guarantee you access to the theme parks. Why in the world would anyone want to go all the way down there, spend all that money, and not visit the parks every day of their reservations, especially with an elderly women along for the trip?? So we are sort of between a rock and a hard place with this. I guess we'll have to just wait and see how this goes when they open in July and plan accordingly. This time around is the first time I've had to visit the DIS abilities board and all of you have been so helpful! I hope the winds blow a bit of pixie dust on all of us and we all have a wonderful trip (and that we all stay healthy through this mess as well)! Thank you for letting me vent!

 

[mamabunny]

I'm torn over whether to take my chances and keep my Sept. 6 reservations or try to change (again) to Oct. or Nov. when reservations open up. My original trip was scheduled for May. We had to reschedule, got the FD Recovery package for September, but the package was changed again, as everyone elses was. We are taking my 86 year old mom this year and having the grand kids that live in California meet us there for a sort of a reunion. This trip is on her bucket list and because of her age and the fact that she has mild CHF in addition to some other, not at the moment life threatening issues, we just can't afford to wait too much longer. We are already worried that the heat might be too much for her, that there might be a hurricane threatening our trip, etc., but now there is this reservation system that does NOT guarantee you access to the theme parks. Why in the world would anyone want to go all the way down there, spend all that money, and not visit the parks every day of their reservations, especially with an elderly women along for the trip?? So we are sort of between a rock and a hard place with this. I guess we'll have to just wait and see how this goes when they open in July and plan accordingly. This time around is the first time I've had to visit the DIS abilities board and all of you have been so helpful! I hope the winds blow a bit of pixie dust on all of us and we all have a wonderful trip (and that we all stay healthy through this mess as well)! Thank you for letting me vent!

I'm hopeful that once they are open, a *lot* of our questions will be answered Having said that, if you need any other help or information, start a new topic, and we will all help as much as we can!

 

[smallworldnh]

I'm hopeful that once they are open, a *lot* of our questions will be answered Having said that, if you need any other help or information, start a new topic, and we will all help as much as we can!

It will be very interesting to see how the opening goes and if they make adjustments quickly as they go along. Thank you mamabunny!

 

[lanejudy]

Post #1 has been updated with the updated health screening info posted yesterday. It looks very similar to what many employees must answer daily to enter workplaces that have re-opened, as well as many medical/dental offices.

Health Acknowledgement

Please make sure that you have reviewed any advisories or restrictions that may be in place for travel to Florida. Visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/travelers/ for information. By entering Walt Disney World Resort, you are confirming that you and all persons in your party :

• are not experiencing any of the following symptoms of COVID-19 identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at CDC.gov, including:
  • Fever or chills
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headache
  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Sore throat
  • Congestion or runny nose
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
• have not been in contact with someone with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 symptoms without completing a 14-day quarantine
• are not under any self-quarantine orders

Guests who cannot confirm all of the above criteria must not enter Walt Disney World Resort.

 

[lanejudy]

Those checking-in for pre-opening DVC/FW stays will be able to book resort dining ADRs beginning tomorrow (6/18/2020). I believe you must call, ADRs are not available online. Guests must have an ADR to visit a resort in which they are not staying (and highly recommended even if it is the resort in which you are staying). Here is a list of resort dining locations expected to open initially:

BLT @ CR

• The Wave… of American Flavors
• The Wave Lounge
• Contempo Café
• Cove Bar

BRV and CCV @ WL

• Whispering Canyon Cafe
• Roaring Fork
• Geyser Point Bar & Grill

AKV Kidani

• Sanaa
• Kidani Breakfast at Sanaa
• Sanaa Lounge
• Maji Pool Bar

BCV

• Beaches and Cream Soda Shop
• Beach Club Marketplace
• Martha’s Vineyard

BWV

• Trattoria al Forno (this excludes Character Dining, which is temporarily unavailable)
• Pizza Window
• BoardWalk Bakery
• Leaping Horse Libations
• AbracadaBar

Ft Wilderness

• P&J's Southern Takeout
• Meadow Snack Bar
• Crockett’s Tavern

OKW

• Olivia’s Café
• Good's Food to Go
• Gurgling Suitcase

Poly Villas & Bungalows

• Kona Cafe
• Capt. Cook's
• Pineapple Lanai
• Barefoot Pool Bar

Riviera

• Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera (please note that the Character Dining experience will be modified)
• Primo Piatto
• Le Petit Café
• Bar Riva

SSR

• The Artist’s Palette
• The Paddock Grill
• On the Rocks Pool Bar

VGF

• Grand Floridian Cafe
• Gasparilla Island Grill
• Enchanted Rose
• Beaches Pool Bar & Grill

Online ADRs are available already for Disney Springs locations.

At this point, it is still unknown which in-park dining options will be available next month.