7 things you will never see in thematic parks again
The long lines and buffet style courses will be missing in the theme parks after Coronavirus.
Few sites will be intact by the changes forced by thecoronavirus pandemic when they reopen. But the modifications will be particularly obvious in the theme parks designed to accommodate large groups, with a lot of gatherings together. Indeed, whenThematic parks reopenThey are likely to do so with significant changes in their infrastructure, in detail than big and small. And while the guests may miss some of the past cherished opportunities (such as hugging their favorite characters), they could find changes really improving the overall experience (like the end of the in-personal lines). We asked the experts to predict what the theme parks will look like coronavirus. And for more changes to prepare, check these8 main ways Disney World will be different after coronavirus.
1 No more gathering of crowds for shows or parades
In addition to the rides, many thematic parks offer timed attractions such as shows or parades. And not only these trace crowds at scheduled events - they often attract crowds to gather in large groups well in advance, even by placing the way forward for hours to be at stake. But Do not expect to see this kind of configuration at any time soon.
"I'm waiting for the theme parks to be reduced on activities that draw large crowds, including shows in closed areas where customers are sitting next to the other" predictVassilis Dalakas, Professor of Marketing at the Cal State University San Marcos. "Some of these decisions will be more difficult than others because some of the activities that draw big crowds are well known and popular. The eliminars will face disappointments and even protests by many fans of the thematic park. But c Is sure to assume that [these events] will be executed differently to guarantee the security of distribution members as well as visitors. "
2 More glasses 3-D
Many theme parks offer rides, projections and other attractions that directly carry them into action as 3D (or 4-d) experiments, for which customers take special glasses on the way - and send them back to the path outside. Do not expect this type of reuse of the equipment.
"I think the parks will be forced to stop all 3D and 4-D attractions due to the risk of wearing reusable glasses," saysMelody Pittman,travel blogger Wherever I can go through. "Children also tend to put them in the mouth, as I have witnessed too many times to count. Parks are currently doing a good job of cleaning them between uses, but it may not be enough to counter propagation COVID-19. "
3 No more restaurants buffets
Much has been manufactured in self-supporting and buffet meals as a result of the coronavirus crisis. (The suffusion of the California's independent restaurant chain is already among theVictims of pandemic.) So, certainly, buffet style restaurants in theme parks are also likely to fall as an option to eat.
"Several theme parks rely on buffet style restaurants to serve the large number of guests who visit daily parks," says travel agent and the enthusiast of the theme parkAllen Estrada. "There is just too much risk for customers to keep things identical. An infected person can ruin it for the entire theme park." And for more things that will miss your next Disney trip, discover7 things you will never see in Disney World after coronavirus.
4 No more shared drinking stations
Because the thematic parks are in the case of moving as many people in the region as efficiently as possible, some offer large enough water fountain stations so that many people can drink at a time - and that will not fly at the age of coronavirus.
"No more shared alcohol stations. I'm talking about the circular where four or more people can drink at the same time", predicted Cua. "This is an effective way to reduce the lines, but with social distancing measures, they will have disappeared. You do not want to drink a fountain of water next to someone who also has open mouths , drinking water. "
Similarly, Estrada predicts, you will probably not see self-service soda stations - where guests take their own cups and lids - in the park restaurants, nothing.
5 No more long lines
In what should look like positive new for themed park fans, these endless snidification lines for rides will probably be a thing of the past, replaced by new protocols to establish a more social distance.
"The transition to virtual waiting lines seems inevitable and, frankly, it is a change that most visitors would like the expectation of many other people is one of the least pleasant parts of a visit. In a theme park, "Note Dalakas.
Raymond Cua,GOURMANDISE GOARDING Founder and editor, suggests that it could work this way: "You will receive a time slot to arrive for driving or show, but time slots will be on a first-square basis, a first servition, except for VIP passes. "And for more ways to avoid contamination, learn which7 things you will never want to touch after the coronavirus.
6 No more physical contact meets and waiting rooms
Children (and many adults!) Cherish the opportunity to meet the characters and possibilities of greeting in watchmaking parks. In addition to a photo of OPP, it's a chance to go for a big hug, but it will not be the case in the future. To honor social distancing and reduce the risk of transmission of the virus, Estrada says: "You will only be able to customers can kill their favorite character." And to make sure you stay safe, it's the7 public places the most germs you should avoid even after their revenue.
7 No more spontaneous visits
Estrada predicts that thematic parks can move to implement a system requiring anticipated bookings, rather than hosting an unknown number of guests to purchase tickets at the door. "Everyone will want to visit an amusement park at the moment they open," he says. "It would cause this park to return people to doors, which could possibly cause a large gathering outside the park as well as from the inside."
