Tag: COVID-19
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Guests Dining in Table-Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels to Undergo Temperature Screenings
Guests wishing to dine at table-service restaurants at hotels at the Walt Disney World Resort will no be required to undergo temperature screenings. The update is now shown on the Walt Disney World Resort website in at least two places. The policy is the same for table-service restaurants as for the parks or Disney Springs.…
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Delays and Cancelations – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of DISNEY Reporter. This week there were some pretty big stories to cover. The first is that there will be no Halloween parties at either Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resorts now. This comes as Disneyland Resort has officially canceled the Oogie Boogie Bash after Walt Disney World Resort canceled Mickey’s…
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2020 Oogie Boogie Bash Canceled at Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort’s Halloween parties, known as Oogie Boogie Bash, have been canceled this year due to COVID-19. The news comes from the OC Register today which reported that the hard-ticket event will not be taking place in 2020. The Oogie Boogie Bash took place in Disney California Adventure and replaced Mickey’s Halloween Party in…
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Disneyland Resort Updates Face Covering Policy & Closes Loopholes
The Disneyland Resort has updated its face covering policies. This comes after Walt Disney World Resort recently did the same. The policy has been updated to address two things, the types of face coverings allowed and also the sip and stroll loophole. With the new updates, neck gaiters, and open-chin triangle bandanas are no longer…
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios Updates Virtual Queue System for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
Upon the reopening of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests experienced a slightly different approach to how the virtual queue was run before the parks closed due to coronavirus. Instead of the virtual queue going live at park opening and everyone scrambling to get their boarding pass, three opportunities were offered for boarding passes throughout the day.…
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Disney Continues Sharing #DisneyMagicMoments With TRON Lightcycle Power Run at Shanghai Disneyland
As much of the country and the world continues to weather the storm of COVID-19, Disney has been sharing #DisneyMagicMoments to bring Disney magic from the parks and into homes. Today, Disney brings some magic from Shanghai Disneyland into homes with a ride and learn of TRON Lightcycle Power Run. TRON Lightcycle Power Run opened…
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runDisney Announces 2020 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Will Be Virtual
Today runDisney announced that the 2020 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend will be transitioning to a virtual model. This comes as COVID-19 continues to have an impact on Disney operations and events. For runDisney participants who had already registered for the 2020 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon emails will be sent out…
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Disney Cruise Line Extends Suspension of Departures Through September 30
The Disney Cruise Line has again extended the suspension of its departures through September 30 for the Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy and Disney Wonder. The Disney Magic has also had its departures suspended through October 2, 2020. The news of the suspensions come after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention extended suspensions of…
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Tokyo Disney Resort to Offer Lottery for Annual Pass Admissions
Tokyo Disney Resort reopened on July 1 after being closed since February 29. Today, the Resort released information on how Annual Passport Holders will be able to access Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. Tokyo Disney Resort announced that a Park Admission Lottery will be available through October 2020 for guests holding Annual Passports with expiration…
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Walt Disney World Resort Defines Mask Policy While Eating and Drinking
With the reopening of the Walt Disney World Resort parks, there have been some clarifications that have needed to make in regards to some of the policies. The main one has revolved around the wearing of masks and when it is ok to let them down. There are spaces that are specifically designated to give…
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Walt Disney World Confirms Closure of Attractions at Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom
As Walt Disney World Resort resumes operation, there has been uncertainty about what would come next. While the closure of attractions has not been certain, many fans have wondered about what may be next for Walt Disney World. This morning, it was confirmed that Primeval Whirl, Stitch’s Great Escape, and Rivers of Light will not…
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EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios Reopen at Walt Disney World Resort
EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios are now open again at the Walt Disney World Resort. These two parks joined Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom as part of Walt Disney World Resort’s phased reopening. With the reopening came a change of the way people waited in line (social distancing), saw Disney characters (from a distance),…
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Disneyland Paris Reopens After Extended Coronavirus Closure
Disneyland Paris is again welcoming guests to experience Disney magic. This morning, in a brief ceremony, guests were welcomed back. The ceremony took place on Main Street, USA with Le Château de la Belle au Bois Dormant as a backdrop. Natacha Rafalski, president of Disneyland Paris, was joined by Mickey, Minnie, and other Cast Members,…
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All You Need to Know About the Reopening of Disneyland Paris in Four Infographics
Disneyland Paris will be reopening the gates to its two parks on July 15th. The reopening of Disneyland Paris comes on the same day that Walt Disney World Resort will be reopening EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopened on July 11th. Disneyland Paris is also reopening as Hong Kong…
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Hong Kong Disneyland to Temporarily Close Again
Hong Kong Disneyland will be temporarily reclosing its gates on July 18th due to a spike in coronavirus cases in the region. This comes after the park reopened on June 18th. It had been closed for months due to the impact of coronavirus. The new temporary closure was confirmed by a spokesperson for Hong Kong…
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Photo Report: Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Reopening
Today Walt Disney World Resort took the next step of its phased reopening with Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcoming guests back after being closed for months. On a beautiful morning, guests returned to the parks. Before that, preparations for the day were made by cast members led by Josh D’Amaro, the Chairman of…
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Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Reopen at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Parks continue phased reopenings around the world. Today at Walt Disney World Resort, the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopened. Thousands of guests streamed into the parks and enjoyed experienced the magic again. As part of the phased reopening protocols, temperatures were taken before guests were allowed to enter the parks, and face…
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The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort Reopening at End of July
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort has announced that it will be reopening to guests on July 29th. The reopening will come just weeks after the parks reopening at Walt Disney World Resort. “With the Disney parks reopening, we are thrilled to open our doors again,” said the hotel’s new area general manager, Sean…
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Magic Kingdom Shares Disney Magic with Cavalcades and Character Viewpoints
With the reopening of Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom just a few days away, Walt Disney World Resort is currently offering various previews to first Cast Members and then Annual Passholders. With these previews, guests are getting a look at just what a socially distant and Walt Disney World Resort looks like as every…
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Here’s is What is Reopening with Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort
On July 9th, the Downtown Disney District begins its phased reopening. This is the first thing to reopen at the Disneyland Resort since it closed in March. Although the Downtown Disney District is reopening, not all of the establishments in it will be reopening at the same time. Here is a list of things that…
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Walt Disney World Resort 2020 Theme Park Ticket Sales and Disney Resort Hotel Bookings Resume July 9
Walt Disney World Resort will welcome its first guests back to the theme parks starting July 11 as Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park reopen. EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios will reopen on July 15. Disney Cast Members continue to prepare for these openings in a measured and deliberate way while implementing…
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Walt Disney World Theme Parks Shows Preparation for Phased Reopening With New Video
Disney has released a new video showcasing how the Walt Disney World Resort is preparing its theme parks for guests to return this weekend. It was shared via social media on multiple handles. Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle shared “Our Disney Cast Members are ready, and as excited as ever, to welcome our…
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Walt Disney Family Museum Store Reopens
The Walt Disney Family Museum store is reopening after being closed for months due to COVID-19. With the reopening, the Walt Disney Family Museum also shared some safety protocols to give guests as safe of experience possible during this challenging time. Along with offering in-person shopping, the store also offers online shopping. Curbside pickup is…
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Magic Kingdom Park Opens for Previews with New Safety Protocols
DisneySince Walt Disney World Resort closed in March, fans have been patiently waiting for when then gates will reopen and let the magic happen once again. Today, cast previews have begun at Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom and these previews are allowing fans to get a glimpse of what they can expect when…