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Something Isn't Adding Up at Disney World Right Now? Are The Parks Really Operating at 25% Capacity?

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👁️ 238K views📅 5 years ago⏱️ 24:16

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a firsthand account of visiting Magic Kingdom on a Tuesday afternoon, noting significant discrepancies between official capacity claims and the actual experience. While Disney leadership stated the parks would operate at 25 percent capacity, the creator observes exceptionally long standby lines for major attractions such as Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Haunted Mansion, and Pirates of the Caribbean. The video documents various park updates, including construction for the upcoming 50th anniversary of Magic Kingdom and progress on the Tron attraction. The creator also discusses rumors regarding delays for Epcot attractions like Ratatouille and Guardians of the Galaxy. After navigating the crowded theme park, the creator travels via boat to the Grand Floridian resort to sample seasonal Halloween treats, including a pumpkin spice cake pop and an apple cinnamon cupcake. The creator concludes by expressing appreciation for the cast members working in the parks and reiterating that while the parks feel much busier than the reported capacity suggests, they remain more manageable than in previous years before the pandemic.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the parks are not 25 i just don't know where he got that number from

i don't know what to say i feel kind of defeated because i wanted to come here and ride some rides and try some new food but one a lot of places are not open only on weekends and two the lines are just ridiculous

that is the perfect blend of fall halloween thanksgiving and even some christmas all together in one cupcake i highly recommend this cupcake it's so good

Creator's Tips & Advice

Make theme park reservations in advance as walk-up availability is limited.
Use mobile ordering for food to save time.

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Crowd levels and long linesExpect lines even on weekdays due to social distancing, but the experience is still manageable compared to pre-pandemic levels.
Ability to get food or ride ridesUse mobile ordering and be prepared to wait in lines; reservations for dining are scarce.

Questions This Creator Answers

QAre Disney World parks really operating at 25% capacity?
QHow crowded is Magic Kingdom on a weekday?
QWhat are the new food items available at Disney World?

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