Coronavirus and Walt Disney World general discussion

[Dr. Ludwig von Drake]

According to CNN twitter feed.

Developing story at

Walt Disney World closes, paralyzing the company's tourism empire

Disney's tourism business has come to a halt because of the coronavirus.

www.cnn.com

 

[disney4life2008]

I think it is fair to say that none of us ever thought we would see this day. By Monday all of Disney's theme park properties around the world, and the Cruise Line, will be closed for weeks.

Truly bizarre and something people will tell their grandkids about (if they make that type of lifestyle choice to have grandkids, not that there's anything wrong with that).

LOL I don't think people will tell their grandchildren this. Maybe the larger pandemic but I hope people have other conversations outside Disney.

 

[wdwgreek]

What are the chances that construction projects will continue during this down time?

 

[Squishy]

 

[Steel City Magic]

So now with the parks closed, I know that means they are losing money and will most likely scale back alot of plans, but does it also mean that construction may ramp up ahead of schedule since they don't have to contend with daily crowds?

 

[HongKongFooy]

It was inevitable...... It was destined to close.

I said earlier that I doubt WDW and Universal would last the weekend without a closure announcement

I love being right........but on this one I wish I were wrong

Like price increases to stay up with Disney I'm waiting on Universal to give us their announcement.

 

[wdw71fan]

So now with the parks closed, I know that means they are losing money and will most likely scale back alot of plans, but does it also mean that construction may ramp up ahead of schedule since they don't have to contend with daily crowds?

premature

 

[networkpro]

What are the chances that construction projects will continue during this down time?

Wont have to worry about sick guests infecting the construction workers now

 

[Lilofan]

Theme parks. All else remains open.

Disney Springs might be booming..

 

[disney4life2008]

Now let's see how many pathetic bloggers will go to Disney all day saturday and Sunday to report. Pathetic people!

 

[Benjamin_Nicholas]

Let the hysterics and hand-wringing commence!

Just as long as there's some hand-washing involved too.

 

[wdwgreek]

Now let's see how many pathetic bloggers will go to Disney all day saturday and Sunday to report. Pathetic people!

I can see it now last ride on ______________ before closing. Last look at the castle!

 

[TTA94]

So, any guess what will take place during the down time? Will they even do anything at all? Finish the castle makeover? Continue work on the new attractions? Please PLEASE let them use this time to fix the issues with ROTR!

 

[disney4life2008]

Wont have to worry about sick guests infecting the construction workers now

What you want to bet they will slow down any construction. A rational mind would be in 3 weeks time they can get alot done. But I get nothing will change. Hotels on the other hand, they may build a whole new DVC.

 

[Surferboy567]

Wonder how long they actually stay closed. They made the right call.

 

[disney4life2008]

I can see it now last ride on ______________ before closing. Last look at the castle!

Omg pathetic! They need real jobs and real lives.

 

[englanddg]

What you want to bet they will slow down any construction. A rational mind would be in 3 weeks time they can get alot done. But I get nothing will change. Hotels on the other hand, they may build a whole new DVC.

Heh. 3 weeks with no guests in the park? I'm sure a lot of work could be done quickly.

I can see it now..."Come visit the whole new post virus Disney!"

 

[Animaniac93-98]

I am sure Disney will use this opportunity to ensure all previously broken show elements will be fixed and guarantee the parks be in perfect working order once they reopen....



lol

 

[EricsBiscuit]

This is an awful decision. We’re shooting ourselves in the foot over Something similar to the common cold. Absolutely ridiculous.

 

[fctiger]

Great! Now all the Disney theme parks are closed. Congratulations Coronavirus, you’re making this year the crappiest year ever!Am I allowed to say crappy?

I think Paris is the only remaining one...for now.