As many Disney fans know, the magic of Disney World and Disneyland extends beyond the enchanting rides and beloved characters. Yet, recent reports from guests suggest that the comfort of Disney parks might be slipping, particularly when it comes to indoor temperatures. With The Walt Disney Company facing financial challenges, some guests are noticing that the climate inside Disney attractions isn’t as cool as it used to be.
The Temperature Tumble: Disney Guests Are Asking, ‘What’s Going On?’
Disney World Resort, nestled in sunny Florida, is known for its sweltering summer heat. However, it seems that the discomfort might now be extending into the winter months as well. Several Disney guests took to Reddit to express their frustrations about the indoor temperatures of various attractions, noting that areas that used to offer a refreshing escape from the heat are now uncomfortably warm.
“I live in South FL and have been to WDW 20+ times. On my past few trips, it seems that the inside areas of many attractions are very hot and stuffy,” shared one frequent visitor. They mentioned that attractions like the Carrousel of Progress and Spaceship Earth, which were once cool retreats, now feel poorly ventilated.
Another guest echoed these concerns, stating, “We just wrapped up a 5-day trip yesterday and we noticed the AC wasn’t blasting like it normally is. Generally, it feels like they’re trying to cool down the state of Florida.”
A Sustainable Shift or Cost-Cutting Measure? Either Way, Disney Guests Are the Ones Paying the Price…
The dip in indoor air conditioning could be tied to Disney’s broader efforts to enhance sustainability. Some guests suggest that Disney’s decision to lower indoor temperatures could be part of an eco-friendly initiative.
“Blasting air conditioning in the summer to make the air 20+ degrees colder than the outside air takes a lot of energy,” one guest pointed out. “It’s definitely more sustainable to keep the AC at slightly warmer temps.”
On the other hand, skepticism is brewing among some fans. Critics argue that the temperature adjustments might be more about cutting costs rather than saving the planet. “Setting the temperature to 75 instead of 73 property-wide could be saving them millions,” one commenter noted. Another disillusioned visitor added, “Disney would only lower energy use to save money or for PR. There is literally no other reason.”
The Magic of Comfort: What’s the Verdict?
While Disney’s commitment to sustainability is admirable, the comfort of its guests remains a top priority. Whether the changes are driven by environmental goals or financial considerations, it’s clear that the guest experience is a crucial factor.
Have you noticed a change in the indoor temperatures at Disney parks? Do you believe that Disney’s efforts to conserve energy are impacting your visit, or do you think cost-saving measures might be at play? Share your experiences and thoughts in the comments below!
This is very true, we visited WDW twice this year and noticed that the A/C is barely noticeable in many areas. Also, when we were there on our first visit the pool was freezing, what happened to those nice warm pools when it is cooler out? They also dropped the delivery to room service for guests staying on resort. We knew there was no more Magic Bus (now called Mears Connect) and you pay. But so many other unwelcome things to cut costs were a big surprise.
Our biggest complaint after visiting the WDW parks this year and spending 24 days there with 10 of them in the parks over two separate trips is the line cutting. With the long lines and the very expensive new LL option in place WDW allows guests to just randomly flow through these long wait times skipping ahead of those in line as they jump to the front to “meet up” with some other person in their party! We never know if there really is anyone up there or not and the cast members do not check. Anyone can just say, “excuse me” and cut as far ahead as they like to avoid waiting in line. This is terrible and should never be okay, if your entire party is not ready, stay out of line until they are there. Disney charges too much and these lines are way to long for that, no wonder fights break out, wake up Disney and stop this bad habit now!
Here we go again! Disney folks always find something to complain about! Remember people, Disney has to find ways to cut costs, so they can pay their upper echelon employees those “OUTRAGES” wages and bonuses! Best thing to do is stay home on those hot days and run your own AC as high as you want!😁