What are the crowds at Disney World like after reopening?

Just in case you missed the news, Disney World reopened its doors in mid-July after approximately three months of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. The reopening has gone off without a hitch and families from all around the globe have been planning an Orlando vacation to join in on the fun.

As is always the case with Disney World, you must be aware of expected crowds and how best to deal with them. This is one reason why signing up for a Disney VIP tour is always a good idea. Let’s briefly discuss what the crowds at Disney World have been like since reopening and a few ways that a private tour will help you get the most out of your next trip:

Lower Than Expected Crowds

Since this has been such an unprecedented situation, there was a lot of guesswork involved as professionals attempted to estimate how big the crowds might be once the parks reopened. While there was certainly a lot of anticipation from Disney fans around the world, there was also hesitation because we were – and still are – in the middle of a pandemic. Overall, the crowds at Disney World have been even smaller than were expected but they’re high enough for the park to remain open.

Altered Operating Times

Seeing as how the crowds have been smaller than expected, Disney recently made the decision to cut their operating times a bit. Starting in September, the park will close at 7 p.m. rather than 9 p.m. Any late-night Disney tickets that are sold at a discount will be in effect starting at 2 p.m. instead of 4 p.m. These changes shouldn’t put a big dent in anyone’s plans, but just be aware of them as you’re ordering tickets and setting up an itinerary.

“Ebb and Flow” Cancellations

Anyone who’s been keeping up with news about the coronavirus probably knows that Florida has seen several ebbs and flows in recent weeks. This isn’t too much of a surprise, but since there was a rise in cases near the reopening, some guests decided to cancel. These cancellations probably didn’t come as a big shock to most people and those particular guests will probably sign up once cases have fallen again.

Guidelines Proven Effective

Disney health services has always treated the safety of their guests as a top priority and the coronavirus pandemic has been no exception. The crowds at Disney World have been met with specific guidelines regarding social distancing, face masks, hand sanitizers, and other related elements. These guidelines appear to be quite effective as there has been no related increase in coronavirus cases since the park reopened in mid-July.

How a Private Disney VIP Tour Helps with Crowds

Even when the park isn’t too busy, the crowds at Disney World can still lead to delays. Signing up for a Disney VIP tour can help alleviate these types of problems and greatly improve your overall trip.

Here are a few ways that a private VIP experience can assist you with the crowd:

• Reduce time in line — The best part about a private Disney VIP tour for most guests is the ability to reduce the time you spend in line. Your guide will help accomplish this by planning your day to hit the popular rides at the right time, when to take a break for lunch, and other techniques. By spending less time in line, you’ll obviously avoid crowds more easily.
• Social distancing — Right now, dealing with crowds has a lot to do with maintaining social distancing, which is the most effective way to stop the coronavirus from spreading. Even though crowds will be lower than normal, certain areas can fill up rather quickly. A private Disney tour guide can help keep watch so that you’re a safe distance from others.
• Navigate the park — Disney World is an extremely big place and it’s easy to get lost or to take much longer than it should to reach the next attraction. Your tour guide knows the park like the back of his or her hand and can get you from one place to another in the shortest time possible. By navigating the park quickly and easily, you’ll be able to avoid the bigger crowds.

Choose World Class VIP for Your Next Disney World Adventure

If you’re worried about the crowds at Disney World or simply want your trip to be the best it can possibly be, World Class VIP has the solution. Our Disney VIP tour guides will help you decide on an itinerary, book Disney hotel reservations, find great food, navigate the park, maintain social distancing, locate your favorite characters, and more. To learn more about our services or for a free private Disney VIP tour quote, give our team a call at (407) 270-3784.