Tensions are building in the California theme park community. While brands like Disney & Universal operate in Florida, there is still no reopening date for their California parks to reopen. During a Wednesday press conference, Governor Gavin Newsom said an announcement on theme parks will be made soon. https://twitter.com/cagovernor/status/1306308358979239937?s=21 Governor Newsom says the state is... Continue Reading →
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that international travelers will no longer be required to undergo enhanced COVID-19 testing upon their arrival to the U.S. starting September 14, 2020. “We now have a better understanding of COVID-19 transmission that indicates symptom-based screening has limited effectiveness because people with COVID-19 may have no... Continue Reading →
Florida’s tourism industry, because of an anticipated lag in international tourism to Florida and airplane travel, could take two to three years to rebound, the state Legislature’s top economist says. Florida’s revenue is expected to drop $5.4 billion over two years compared to original projections as the tourism industry lags and unemployment remains high because... Continue Reading →
Disneyland is still not opened to the public, but measures are being put in place to make sure it’s safe when guests return to the Happiest Place on Earth. Disneyland leaders have been working to ensure a safe reopening for when the government allows theme parks to continue operations in California. Today on the Disneyland... Continue Reading →
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is discussing the current status of theme parks in Central Florida. At a theme park round table at Universal Orlando this afternoon, Governor DeSantis applauded the safety efforts from the major theme parks and says there have been no outbreaks linked to the attractions. The roundtable featured leaders from Universal Orlando,... Continue Reading →
Plans for a train taking passengers from Orlando International Airport to South Florida and even a stop at Disney World is coming to fruition. Brightline Trains, which is already up and running in South Florida, is laying the tracks and set to open a station at Orlando International Airport in 2022. https://twitter.com/GoBrightline/status/1291059028756516865?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1291059028756516865%7Ctwgr%5E&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wftv.com%2Fnews%2Fhigh-speed-rail-connecting-south-fl-disney-world-closer-reality%2FK2YJBSZE25FW3GXR3BF5KI356U%2F Brightline has also... Continue Reading →
Disney Parks is transitioning one of the ways prospective guests and parks fans get their information. What used to be known as the Disney Parks Moms Panel has no being "planDisney". Disney describes planDisney as the go-to resource for all vacation planning needs. Selected through a comprehensive search process, the panel who answers travel-related questions... Continue Reading →
The Cruise Lines International Association announced they are extending the suspension of cruise operations until at least November. "Committed to the health and safety of passengers and crew, CLIA ocean-going cruise line members are announcing a third voluntary suspension of U.S. cruise operations until 31 October 2020," a statement from the organization said. The cancellations... Continue Reading →
Adventures by Disney is cancelling September bookings for Iceland and Arizona & Utah through the end of September due to the coronavirus. The Iceland adventure was set to depart September 19th. The Arizona & Utah excursion was set to depart September 21st. Here is Adventure by Disney's cancellation policy during the coronavirus pandemic: We are... Continue Reading →
Delta Air Lines will now require medical screenings for passengers who can't wear face masks due to health reasons. The company also asks that those mentioned reconsider flying altogether as the coronavirus pandemic continues. A statement reads: "If they decide to travel, they will be welcome to fly upon completing a virtual consultation prior to... Continue Reading →
