It’s a step towards normalcy. Walt Disney World has announced plans to phase out temperature screenings for guests and cast members at its theme parks later this month. According to Disney, guests will no longer have their temperature taken upon park entry starting May 16th. Cast member temperature screenings will end on May 7th. Disney... Continue Reading →
A man was bitten by a shark near Disney's Vero Beach Resort on Thursday, according to officials. The beachside resort is about 112 miles from Walt Disney World. According to the Indian River County Sheriff's Office, a 54-year-old man was alert and stable after a shark bit him in the leg. The victim was swimming... Continue Reading →
In an unprecedented move, The Walt Disney Company is updating their guidelines to the "Disney Look" model for cast member appearance while working. Disney published an official update, citing their work towards progress, which includes the addition of the 5th key: Inclusion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQTij9Rghls&feature=emb_title "We’re looking at other traditions, too – including the policies that guide... Continue Reading →
The rail company did not provide an estimation as to when construction may begin, or how the project is specifically being funded, although it is expected to take at least 2 to 3 years to complete once construction begins. Brightline, a high-speed rail service, has reached an agreement to build a train station near Disney... Continue Reading →
Orange County Florida Mayor Jerry Demings has just signed an executive order forcing anyone in the county to wear a face mask. This order goes into effect June 20th and is part of an increased effort to prevent a second wave of coronavirus in Florida. Here is who is exempt from the order: Persons under... Continue Reading →
As Florida reopens businesses and theme parks around the state, the coronavirus case count is rising. On Friday, the state reported a record-high for single-day cases at 1,902. On Thursday, the state announced just over 1,700, which was the previous record. This comes as theme parks like Universal and SeaWorld reopen their parks. Walt Disney... Continue Reading →
Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California is planning to reopen its gates July 17th; which is also the 65th anniversary. The coronavirus prompted a mid-March closure at the Happiest Place on Earth. Many of the safety, sanitary and health measures announced for Walt Disney World in Florida will be mimicked on the west coast. This includes... Continue Reading →
Walt Disney World wants to make sure guests know the risks when coming to property as it begins a phased reopening during the coronavirus pandemic. Shortly after announcing safety precautions for Disney Springs upon the May 20th reopening, Walt Disney World posted a disclaimer to guests wishing to visit. It says: We have taken enhanced... Continue Reading →
Shanghai Disney Resort will be the first Disney Park to reopen since the coronavirus pandemic closed the happiest places on Earth. Disney CEO Bob Chapek said that they are seeing “encouraging signs” in return to normalcy in China amid the ongoing global coronavirus outbreak, and plan to re-open Shanghai Disneyland on May 11. Newly announced... Continue Reading →
The Orange County (Florida) Economic Recovery Task Force discussed initial plans when it comes to reopening the state following the coronavirus on Tuesday. The group of more than 50 health, business, tourism and government officials laid out a plan which includes guidelines and mandates for hotels and theme parks. Large Theme Park Guidelines: Tape marking... Continue Reading →
