Universal Orlando no longer loading every other row on select rides
Universal Orlando has confirmed via Twitter that they are no longer loading every other row on two of their rides.
This confirmation came after a guest asked Universal Orlando on Twitter why they were no longer putting distance between parties on their rides:
We have been planning toward this for months as part of the next step of our reopening procedures, and we are applying everything we have learned so far. We’ve briefed local health officials about our plans, and they have let us know they are comfortable with us moving forward.
— Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) September 11, 2020
Hi Cristian! We are making a modification to our loading procedures for The Incredible Hulk Coaster and Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. To accommodate Guest demand, we will load every row of the vehicle while still ensuring there is separation between Guests onboard.
— Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) September 11, 2020
Previously, separate parties were loaded every other row, ensuring that guests would be separated while riding. As of now, it appears that while guests won’t have to sit with strangers in the same row, they are no longer seated one row apart from other parties. In addition, plexiglass barriers have been added to offer additional separation between guests in the queues.
So far, this only applies to The Incredible Hulk Coaster and Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit in order to accommodate guest demand and the rising attendance numbers that have been seen over the past week.
Guests are still required to wear face masks and undergo temperature checks when visiting Universal Orlando Resort. Social distancing is also still encouraged for guests when traveling through the parks, as well.
What do you think of this operational change? Would you still ride these roller coasters, even without the buffer row between you and another party? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
I think that is a little extreme. If you’re taking temps, wearing masks and separating rows that should be sufficient.
You guys are doing too much. Just keep it the way it was. Next, you guys are going to say only wear mask on rides.