Disney Cruise Line is updating its COVID-19 vaccine requirement for cruises in 2022. Starting January 13, 2022, children ages 5+ will need to be vaccinated. The cruise line posted the following policy update on its "Know Before You Go" page: Currently, Disney Cruise Line continues to require all vaccine-eligible Guests (based on US eligibility requirements)... Continue Reading →
BREAKING: Disney Cruise Line Announces Return to Public Sailings August 9th
A historic announcement from Disney Cruise Line. Public sailings will return August 9, 2021, after more than a year of being docked due to the pandemic. According to Disney, the Disney Dream will kick off our long-awaited return to cruising from the U.S. with tropical voyages to the Bahamas departing from Port Canaveral, Florida. Three-... Continue Reading →
Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Photo-Op Coming to Orlando International Airport
Guests traveling to Walt Disney World for the 50th anniversary celebration will begin feeling the magic as soon as the plane touches down in Orlando. Orlando International Airport, also referred to as OIA or MCO, will be getting a anniversary-inspired art display that will be located in the terminal train stations. The display will feature... Continue Reading →
Judge Favors Florida Over CDC in Cruise Lawsuit Ruling
A ruling from a federal judge could impact the cruise industry's return later this summer. A federal judge on Friday ruled for Florida in a lawsuit challenging a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention order making it difficult for cruise ships to resume sailing due to the coronavirus pandemic. U.S. District Judge Steven Merryday... Continue Reading →
Disney Cruise Line Unveils Details for Disney Wish Ship
Disney Cruise Line is preparing to add a ship to its fleet in 2022. During a grand reveal, Disney Cruise Line shared details about the Disney Wish, set to sail in the summer of 2022. The ship will feature a first-of-its-kind attraction dubbed the AquaMouse. According to Disney Cruise Line, the AquaMouse will immerse sailors... Continue Reading →
BREAKING: Brightline Reaches Deal to Build Station at Disney Springs
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 →
Park Hopping Returns to Walt Disney World in January 2021
Walt Disney World delivering good news to fans this Friday morning: park hopping will return in January 2021. Starting Jan. 1, 2021, guests who purchased a ticket or annual pass with Park Hopper benefits will be able to visit more than one park per day, with some new modifications as part of Walt Disney World's... Continue Reading →
CDC Removes Requirement for Some International Flights to Land at Designated Airports
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 Tourism Industry Could Take 3 Years to Recover
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 →
Gov. Ron DeSantis Hosts Rountable to Discuss Theme Parks
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 →