Anyone else concerned about the crowd increase?

[mkymouse4ever]

Bob Chapek confirms capacity hasn't been increased
https://blogmickey.com/2020/10/disney-ceo-bob-chapek-says-theme-parks-remain-capped-at-25-capacity/

But. He doesn’t say: that might of been the number originally. BUT it’s now just being reach.

 

[MomOTwins]

But. He doesn’t say: that might of been the number originally. BUT it’s now just being reach.

If that is the case, then the times they have added inventory after all three buckets filled must have been by design-/ie they held back availability for last minute bookers.

 

[Belle5]

Either you make an ADR for a time in advance, or you make a counter service "reservation" on the mobile ordering app that still locks you into eating at specific time (your meal pickup window)--the difference is you don't have a guaranteed seat at the quick service and you may have to wait an hour or more for your food to be ready after you order.

Hi! Can you explain what you mean by "counter service 'reservation' on the mobile ordering app that still locks you into eating at specific time (your meal pickup window)"? Can you order well ahead of time? I would like to make sure we order in the most efficient way possible with the least wasted time! I know we've mobile ordered before but I am not really remembering it clearly and also wondering if it's changed. Thanks!

 

[yulilin3]

Hi! Can you explain what you mean by "counter service 'reservation' on the mobile ordering app that still locks you into eating at specific time (your meal pickup window)"? Can you order well ahead of time? I would like to make sure we order in the most efficient way possible with the least wasted time! I know we've mobile ordered before but I am not really remembering it clearly and also wondering if it's changed. Thanks!

You can go on thr app now and see for yourself.
Pick a restaurant and you pick a time, just like an adr, you place your by paying for it and this way actually booking the time to go eat, once your time comes sound you just say "I'm here prepare order"
If you don't do that in the morning then let's say you want to eat at noon, when you get to the restaurant the noon window might ve already filled so you have to wait for a new window to open up, this will waste more time

 

[yulilin3]

But. He doesn’t say: that might of been the number originally. BUT it’s now just being reach.

It's what a lot of people, including myself, have been saying. Capacity was never reached in July, the actual numbers of visitors were very low, this is why Disney cut back hours, they were originally expecting the amount of people that are coming now, but people started feeling more comfortable September and now October

 

[Dug720]

But. He doesn’t say: that might [of] been the number originally. BUT it’s now just being [reach].

BUT if capacity has not been increased, that means that these numbers are still within the guidelines set as safe. I don't know anyone who actually believed that the initial numbers were the caps. Now, do I think they might have gradually increased the number of park passes? Sure - THAT makes sense as a way for them to make sure that they had the new protocols down. But there is a big difference between not releasing passes up to capacity and increasing capacity.

Bottom line remains, if you're not comfortable with whatever the capacity may be, don't travel.

 

[Dug720]

It's what a lot of people, including myself, have been saying. Capacity was never reached in July, the actual numbers of visitors were very low, this is why Disney cut back hours, they were originally expecting the amount of people that are coming now, but people started feeling more comfortable September and now October

Bingo.

I think there are a lot of people who are confusing capacity limits with actual attendance. The capacity has not changed. The number of people coming has.

 

[dagored]

Bingo.

I think there are a lot of people who are confusing capacity limits with actual attendance. The capacity has not changed. The number of people coming has.

It’s not the amount of people, it’s the limited venues. There are shows and entertainment still closed that would disperse the crowds, spread them out.

 

[LSUfan4444]

Anyone else concerned about the crowd increase?

I'm sure alot of people are, I am not one of them outside of the disappointment I feel for increased standby times for my trip next month.

Concerned, no. Inconvenienced, yes.

 

[Sweet T n Me]

It’s not the amount of people, it’s the limited venues. There are shows and entertainment still closed that would disperse the crowds, spread them out.

I agree totally. In addition, the limited resorts bring more people traveling on the limited transportation.
My plan is, do a couple rides then enjoying areas of WDW I have never visited.
Just getting out of the house and staying at DVC resort is enough for a couple nights.

 

[yulilin3]

I'm sure alot of people are, I am not one of them outside of the disappointment I feel for increased standby times for my trip next month.

Concerned, no. Inconvenienced, yes.

I think you hit the semantics right on the head
OP is concerned with safety, which if everyone continues to do their part is not an issue
Then others have chimed in and are inconvenienced by the lines, obviously no one wants to make an hour queue for anything.
So basically 2 separate discussions here

 

[LizzyDragon]

If that is the case, then the times they have added inventory after all three buckets filled must have been by design-/ie they held back availability for last minute bookers.

I'm also guessing there are probably non-public buckets that exist- ie maybe a bucket for castmembers or other in-house needs. It also wouldn't surprise me if Disney changes capacity between buckets based on the mix coming into the parks.

 

[disneygirlsng]

I'm also guessing there are probably non-public buckets that exist- ie maybe a bucket for castmembers or other in-house needs. It also wouldn't surprise me if Disney changes capacity between buckets based on the mix coming into the parks.

They also could have held back slots that people had cancelled, then released them again at some point. No idea, I don't know that we'll ever really know.

 

[Pens Fan]

I'm sure alot of people are, I am not one of them outside of the disappointment I feel for increased standby times for my trip next month.

Concerned, no. Inconvenienced, yes.

This sums it up!

We were there from Oct 1 - 10. We had a blast, but yes at times the lines were a pain in the rear (especially in the heat). But we never really felt unsafe. For the most part, distancing in the lines is good, and because guests spend so much time in lines, walking around the parks didn't feel all that crowded. The only park where we could really feel the crowds was MK, especially on our last day - Sat the 10th. That pretty much felt like a normal day to us, crowd wise. But, again, we didn't feel unsafe with all of the protocols Disney has in place.

Now - we've stopped in Charleston on our way home for a few days and what a difference. I looked at my husband and said, "we aren't in Disney anymore!". Very few people wear masks on the streets, despite a city wide requirement for them. Some restaurants still have tables close together, etc. While I will never say Disney is doing things perfectly, after being in that bubble for 10 days stepping back into the "real world" is a bit jarring.

 

[Broncho52]

They have to figure out how to add capacity to rides. They can’t keep running rides like Slinky with only 8-10 people on them. You are not closer to someone for more the 10 min on a ride like that so not sure why they won’t fill every row. Keep each row to only one party but no one is getting Covid from riding slinky for 4 min with every row full.

 

[disneygirlsng]

They have to figure out how to add capacity to rides. They can’t keep running rides like Slinky with only 8-10 people on them. You are not closer to someone for more the 10 min on a ride like that so not sure why they won’t fill every row. Keep each row to only one party but no one is getting Covid from riding slinky for 4 min with every row full.

I agree, especially for rides like Slinky (as you mentioned) that are outside. Universal started doing this a couple weeks ago with some of their bigger outdoor coasters. Even shorter indoor rides like RnRC would be fine.

 

[DisneylandMommy]

checking the wait times on the app, it looks like Hollywood Studios has the longest lines. Does that sound right to everyone? I'm wondering about skipping HS when we go and adding an extra day at MK. Thoughts?

 

[disneygirlsng]

checking the wait times on the app, it looks like Hollywood Studios has the longest lines. Does that sound right to everyone? I'm wondering about skipping HS when we go and adding an extra day at MK. Thoughts?

That's been pretty consistent since parks reopened in July.

 

[Heather07438]

They have to figure out how to add capacity to rides. They can’t keep running rides like Slinky with only 8-10 people on them. You are not closer to someone for more the 10 min on a ride like that so not sure why they won’t fill every row. Keep each row to only one party but no one is getting Covid from riding slinky for 4 min with every row full.

I agree. SDD is outside, guests are wearing masks, and ride duration is under 5 minutes.

They can fill all the rows safely if like you said, they just keep it one party per row.

 

[DestyTiger]

This sums it up!

We were there from Oct 1 - 10. We had a blast, but yes at times the lines were a pain in the rear (especially in the heat). But we never really felt unsafe. For the most part, distancing in the lines is good, and because guests spend so much time in lines, walking around the parks didn't feel all that crowded. The only park where we could really feel the crowds was MK, especially on our last day - Sat the 10th. That pretty much felt like a normal day to us, crowd wise. But, again, we didn't feel unsafe with all of the protocols Disney has in place.

Now - we've stopped in Charleston on our way home for a few days and what a difference. I looked at my husband and said, "we aren't in Disney anymore!". Very few people wear masks on the streets, despite a city wide requirement for them. Some restaurants still have tables close together, etc. While I will never say Disney is doing things perfectly, after being in that bubble for 10 days stepping back into the "real world" is a bit jarring.

Sounds like I need to take a trip to Charleston, SC!!!