giantgolfer
Well-Known Member
Those people are the smartest.Yup the slant is very obvious, the people that have not been to WDW are the most negative it always seems.
Those people are the smartest.Yup the slant is very obvious, the people that have not been to WDW are the most negative it always seems.
This forum is definitely slanted to the negative, but mainly by people that haven’t gone to WDW this year. I appreciate good and bad reviews from people that have actually experienced it.
again, smh, not comparing orlando or florida whatever else you want to bring up to Tokyo like it is now.Lets get some context on Tokyo daily positives. If Florida looked like this I could support reduced restrictions but it does not and to say Japan has their highest numbers ever but I don't see it
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In 4 months time (beginning of April) we may see the start of the removal of some of these restrictions at WDW if people get behind the Covid precautions that are out there now. The vaccine alone won’t be enough to get us there by April 1. If all goes as planned we might have around 100M people vaccinated by the end of March...an amazing thing that shouldn’t be taken lightly, but that’s only about 30% of the population. Not likely enough to go back to life as normal right away. If we combine that with other actions to reduce spread the process could go a lot faster. I’m not confident that will actually happen, but who knows, I could be pleasantly surprised.umm, in a few months numbers will be better, I hear there is a vaccine that will be in play, Presidents Day is 2 months away, a few months is 3-4 months, put us into April, like you said spring break, numbers will be significantly better by then, not near over of course, but better. Making a big effort to be contrarian, when you are saying the same as I said.
I don’t see a lot of people who are not hopeful for a return to normalcy in the next 6-12 months. Unless something really unthinkable happens with the vaccines it’s going to happen. I am hopeful that it will be a lot sooner than 12 months. 6 seems reasonable. Spring Break seems overly optimistic. All just my opinion. I personally don’t have an issue with WDW being open right now, I know others disagree. I would have an issue with them removing some of the Covid safety precautions they put in that have allowed them to operate safely since July until the numbers warrant that move.This. I am fully aware of the serious nature of this pandemic. But the "omggggg these numbers" "omggggg WE NEED LOCK DOWNS" or "omggg the graphs" responses to *any* positivity is tiring. It's possible to acknowledge the tragic nature of COVID-19 and what it has done to the country and the world while still acknowledging the positive, being encouraging, having moments of normalcy, and being hopeful of a return to more normalcy in the next 6-12 months. And more importantly, realizing that Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, Cedar Point, Dollywood, et al, have all successfully and safely opened in a modified and temporary new operational structure that is not 100% foolproof, but is safe enough where they should and can remain open even in these awful spikes.
To be clear in your opinion are all these people flaunting guidelines, causing cases to sky rocket, as most traveled some distance to be in a large group, photo from today.I tolerate others views. Where I draw the line is the ones that basically flaunt the guidelines that the CDC puts out. Like non essential travel and having family gatherings. Its the reason cases are skyrocketing since Thanksgiving. I expect the same after Christmas. People want this to end but keep doing things to make this last much longer.
Temp check lines are still short here at WDW (so are security lines, for that matter). We've been breezing through them, all week long.When we were there the temp check lines were short. I’m not sure what the situation is now. I like the way Universal did it. They check your temp at the resort, give you a colored bracelet and you are good to go. It would be a nice perk for Disney resort guests to be able to bypass the temp line.
What part of I am not comparing Florida do you not understand?
We don't "oooommmmmggg we need lockdowns". There is a middle ground and traveling and family gatherings aren't part of that at all.This. I am fully aware of the serious nature of this pandemic. But the "omggggg these numbers" "omggggg WE NEED LOCK DOWNS" or "omggg the graphs" responses to *any* positivity is tiring. It's possible to acknowledge the tragic nature of COVID-19 and what it has done to the country and the world while still acknowledging the positive, being encouraging, having moments of normalcy, and being hopeful of a return to more normalcy in the next 6-12 months. And more importantly, realizing that Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, Cedar Point, Dollywood, et al, have all successfully and safely opened in a modified and temporary new operational structure that is not 100% foolproof, but is safe enough where they should and can remain open even in these awful spikes.
To be clear in your opinion are all these people flaunting guidelines, causing cases to sky rocket, as most traveled some distance to be in a large group, photo from today.
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They are as they shouldn't have been traveling anywhere. I'm still of the opinion parks should not be open. The reason is they encourage travel which is advised we not do.
You say that but you are, talking about Tokyo having certain conditions then comparing it to what you think might be possible in WDW is comparing. They are two different populations to be saying Japan has all time highs when they have 6 times the population with 1/3 the infections of Florida is a major fruit mashup.What part of I am not comparing Florida do you not understand?
I started posting here cause I am a big fan of amusement parks in general. I like Disney just right now all amusement parks shouldn't be open.I respect that, and thank you for the honest answer. Begs to question why you post daily on a fan community board about company that you believe is causing the C19 pandemic to be worse, might be a term for that but to each their own.
ok , you might as well just go edit my posts as others have, since you know what I am saying, I mean really....You say that but you are, talking about Tokyo having certain conditions then comparing it to what you think might be possible in WDW is comparing. They are two different populations to be saying Japan has all time highs when they have 6 times the population with 1/3 the infections of Florida is a major fruit mashup.
Why not start a thread to debate traveling instead of going unto to all the planning forums to harass and shame people?We don't "oooommmmmggg we need lockdowns". There is a middle ground and traveling and family gatherings aren't part of that at all.
They are as they shouldn't have been traveling anywhere. I'm still of the opinion parks should not be open. The reason is they encourage travel which is advised we not do.
Ah! an actual helpful data point. Have a great time.Temp check lines are still short here at WDW (so are security lines, for that matter). We've been breezing through them, all week long.
This is a thread about “less physical distancing” in a time when the CDC guidelines call for increased social distancing. Seems appropriate to debate that topic here with all the people ignoring that guidance and choosing to aid in the spread of this virus.Why not start a thread to debate traveling instead of going onto to all the planning forums to harass and shame people?
What part of I am not comparing Florida do you not understand?
In all honesty I’m not sure what you are talking about here. You posted in a thread about WDW increasing capacity that Tokyo Disneyland was relaxing Covid restrictions and then said you though this would happen at WDW in a few months. I don’t see how you are not comparing the 2 resorts. I also don’t see a problem with you comparing the 2. Japan/Tokyo has a better overall covid situation so it’s a good bet they will relax things sooner. It’s a different culture and different country with a different operating company so not a perfect comparison but I actually think it’s a good look into what the gradual easing of restrictions may look like at WDW. It’s a good discussion that’s actually mostly on topic.ok , you might as well just go edit my posts as others have, since you know what I am saying, I mean really....
You may not, but there are a few and one poster here in particular that is extremely negative and does nothing but hysterically post ad hominem posts about lockdowns, the parks should close, and reactions to the daily number graphs.We don't "oooommmmmggg we need lockdowns". There is a middle ground and traveling and family gatherings aren't part of that at all.
No I'm in the right place. I'm going to WDW in 6 weeks and would actually like to know about wait times and what to expect. I'll make sure to report back what I experience.This is a thread about “less physical distancing” in a time when the CDC guidelines call for increased social distancing. Seems appropriate to debate that topic here with all the people ignoring that guidance and choosing to aid in the spread of this virus.
Sounds like you picked the wrong thread.
I would agree with that if it was just locals going to the parks. The problem is that people are still traveling from out of state to some of these parks. That's where the issue is.You may not, but there are a few and one poster here in particular that is extremely negative and does nothing but hysterically post ad hominem posts about lockdowns, the parks should close, and reactions to the daily number graphs.
I think we're all in agreement that this is awful, our administration did a horrific job handling it, and it never had to be this bad. But the constant whining and travel shaming and shaming the parks for being open is not productive. The parks are open and have been now since July. All in all, no serious or major outbreaks have been traced to any theme or amusement park. It would take a nationwide lockdown mandate to close again. Even in Pennsylvania, where the state is essentially shutdown again, Hersheypark remains open in a modified fashion for their holiday event. Theme parks are, surprisingly when you think back to March, one of the absolute safest forms of recreation right now when proper mitigation protocols are followed and taken seriously. You may say the parks should close. I say the parks being open are preventing a lot of people from having smaller and unrestricted private gatherings. A lot of folks that would have an unmasked house party or gathering are getting together for a day or weekend in the park because the parks are available. I think there are plenty of benefits to having the parks open right now outside of employee being able to work and having cash flow for the park operators. They are providing a safe entertainment option for people that may choose a riskier option if the parks were not available. As I said before, the mitigation tactics aren't foolproof. People have and will contract COVID-19 from visiting theme parks. It's not even close to being as safe as staying home. But the fact is simply that people are not going to stay home. And a visit to a theme or amusement park that isn't Fun Spot or Indiana Beach is actually probably one of the safest things someone can do if they've already decided not to stay home.
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