I know I said I wouldn't be posting anything during the pandemic, but I received some information about the severity of cuts coming for projects at WDW. I thought I'd make a brief post about that, although there are much more important issues in the world today. I likely won't be checking in often for conversation, but I may reply from time to time.
What's Likely to Be Completed:
- Tron Coaster
- Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster
- Cinderella Castle Retheme
- Ratatouille
- Space 220
What's Likely to Be Delayed:
- Innoventions Demo
- MFSR Update
- Harmonious
What's Currenty Being Looked at for Abandonment:
- Mary Poppins Expansion
- Moana Expansion
- Unannounced Journey Into Imagination Upgrade
- Star Wars Hotel
- Galaxy's Edge Expansions / Upgrades
- Spaceship Earth Refurb
- Wonders of Life Pavilion Retheme
- Coco Attraction
- Reflections Lakeside Lodge
- Every other potential addition not listed here
Furthermore, Disney is currently working on a plan for what re-opening WDW looks like. Every week it is shut down, it becomes more difficult to reopen. In the best case scenario where WDW can be reopened in May, while still taking massive precautions during a global pandemic, this is the general outline:
Magic Kingdom reopens with 50% capacity. No parades, no fireworks, no indoor theaters, significant number of rides down.
Epcot not currently planned to reopen with the other parks.
DHS reopens with 40% capacity. No parades, no indoor theaters.
Animal Kingdom reopens with 50% capacity. No indoor theaters.
No plans to reopen Blizzard Beach or Typhoon Lagoon in the near term.
All ride vehicles would require mandatory wipe down once in station.
No character meets.
Distancing encouraged.