Updated: Current News and Information About Travel to Disney World and Disneyland in 2022

This post was last updated on: June 28th, 2022

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We know many of you have been following the news concerning the coronavirus very closely. Some people have travel plans already booked or are wondering when you should start planning a California or Florida vacation.

Cinderella Castle

We’ve been contacted by numerous readers who are deeply concerned about Disney World and Disneyland and how they’re responding to recent events.

Today, we’re sharing what we currently know about COVID-19 and the Disney parks in the hopes that this information will help our readers. This post will be updated regularly as we get more information.

Click on the links below to skip to the section you need:

Walt Disney World Resort
Disney World Updates
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
- Disney World Resort Hotel News
- Disney Vacation Club News
Disney Springs
Disney World Resort Refunds
- How To Reschedule Your Disney World Trip
Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Resort Refunds
The Walt Disney Family Museum
International Disney Parks
Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa
Disney Cruise Line
Walt Disney Company
How Is The Outbreak Impacting Travel So Far
Where to Check for Updates Regarding the U.S. Disney Parks
What is the Virus and How is it Commonly Spread?
- General COVID-19 News
- Omicron Variant News
How Can I Protect Myself?
Can It Be Treated or Prevented?

Walt Disney World Resort

Disney World reopened its theme parks beginning July 11th, 2020.

On Thursday, March 26th, 2020, Osceola County and Orange County, Florida, (where Disney World Resort is located), enacted a shelter in place order. The safety guideline was expected to be in place through April 9th, 2020, and allowed residents to travel for essential business, supply shopping, and medical care only. Orange County also confirmed it did not consider Disney World’s amusement rides and water parks to be essential businesses.

Magic Kingdom

On Thursday, March 12th, 2020, Walt Disney World announced they would be closing effective end of day Sunday, March 15th out of concerns of the spreading Coronavirus. On Wednesday, May 27th, 2020, Disney World proposed a reopening date of July 11th for Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom, and July 15th for Epcot and Hollywood Studios.

Now, Disney World has reopened and is continuing to update health and safety measures in accordance with CDC guidelines. Get all the latest information from these links:

Disney World Updates

Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

All Disney World hotels have now reopened.

On Sunday, March 15th, 2020, Walt Disney World announced that they would be closing all of their hotels at 5 PM on March 20th. Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Disney World also announced they would be temporarily closed from March 24th through April 5th, 2020, while Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, which is overseen by Marriott, had also shut down. Shades of Green was also expected to remain closed through May 15th.

Grand Floridian Hotel Room

Disney World Disney Vacation Club Hotels began opening on June 22nd, 2020. All hotels have now reopened.

Disney World Resort Hotel News

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Everything We Know About Housekeeping at Disney World Hotels Right Now.
PHOTOS & VIDEO: One of Disney World’s FANCIEST Spas Has Reopened!
You Can Now Book One-Night Stays at Disney World Hotels Again!
PHOTOS: New Restaurants, Suites, and Amazing Views — Disney World’s Newest Hotel Has it ALL
DATES REVEALED for More Club Level Rooms in Disney World!
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Disney Vacation Club News

Disney Vacation Club’s Hilton Head Resort and Vero Beach Resort Have Reopened
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Disney Springs

On Wednesday, May 20th, 2020, Disney Springs reopened to the public and remains open.

On Tuesday, March 17th, 2020, Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis ordered that bars and nightclubs throughout the state be closed for 30 days. He also called for restaurants to operate at a maximum of 50% capacity with at least 6 feet between tables. Locations would also be prohibited from serving drinks on-site until the end of March. Disney Springs closed its Disney-owned businesses on March 17th. Individual vendors were able to make the decision on whether they remain open or if they choose to close.

Disney Springs

On Thursday, May 7th, Disney announced that Disney Springs will begin a phased reopening on May 20th consisting of third-party retail and dining locations.

Disney Springs News

NEWS: Another Spot Where You Can Grab a Quick Bite in Disney Springs Has Reopened!
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Everything You Need to See About a Reopened Disney Springs
Health Measures Implemented in Disney Springs Upon Reopening
Health Measure Details for Disney Springs Reopening

Disney World Resort Refunds

Disney World has shared information regarding Annual Pass extensions and Tables in Wonderland Extensions (click here to check it out). They have also shared information regarding ticket refunds. We have all those details here.

Magic Kingdom Entrance

For guests who have pre-existing bookings through Walt Disney Travel Company, Disney is making a temporary adjustment to its final payment policy. Final payment for resort packages booked at Walt Disney World or Disneyland through Walt Disney Travel Company will now be due 7 days prior to Guest arrival. Payment can be made online or by phone. For new package reservations made with arrival in less than 30 days, payments will be due in full.

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Disneyland Resort

Disneyland reopened on April 30th, 2021. Downtown Disney reopened on July 9th, 2020.

On Thursday, March 19th, 2020, California’s Governor issued a stay-at-home order. On Thursday, March 12th, 2020, Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California announced they would be closing Saturday, March 14th, despite California Governor’s exemption. Disneyland Resort announced that they would be closing Downtown Disney as well starting on March 17th, 2020. On Friday, March 27th, Disneyland changed its temporary closure end date from March 31st to “until further notice.”

Disneyland in Anaheim, California

On Wednesday, June 10th, 2020, Disneyland Resort announced that Downtown Disney would reopen July 9th, the theme parks would reopen on July 17th, and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel would reopen July 23rd.

Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure

See the links below for all the latest information about Disneyland Resort’s reopening and health measures:

Disneyland Reopening News

Disneyland Hints at the Return of Red Car Trolley
PHOTOS & VIDEOS: The Main Street Electrical Parade Is BACK in Disneyland!
PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Disneyland Forever Fireworks Are BACK!
DATE Announced for the Return of Traditional Character Meet-and-Greets at Disneyland Resort
NEWS: Disneyland President Says Park is Only At Halfway Point of Reopening
Showtimes Announced For The Return of THREE Disneyland Nighttime Shows
BREAKING: DATES Announced for the Return of Nighttime Shows at Disneyland Resort
PHOTOS: Trams Are BACK at Disneyland Resort!
NEWS: 6 Entertainment Offerings Are Returning to Disneyland Next Year

Reopening Coverage

PHOTOS: Fantasmic! Has Returned to Disneyland
Mickey’s Mix Magic Fireworks Are Officially BACK in Disneyland!
Fireworks Have Officially Returned to Disneyland!
Single Rider Now Available at Select Disneyland Attractions!
What It’s Like to Ride an Attraction in Disneyland With Current California Restrictions
How CROWDED Is Disneyland on Reopening Day?
What to Expect When Waiting in Ride Lines at Disneyland Resort

Disneyland News

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Disneyland’s Vaccination Site Will Close Soon

Theme Park Reservation System

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Disneyland Prepares for Reopening as Park Reservation Signs and a Potential New Walkway Appear

Health Measures

NEWS: Mask Requirements CHANGED for Disneyland Transportation
NEWS: Disneyland Resort Eliminates Mask Mandate in Most Locations
FIRST LOOK at the New Mask Policy at Disneyland Resort
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Social Distancing Markers Have Been Added Outside of Disneyland!
FASTPASS, Extra Magic Hours, and More Will Be SUSPENDED When Disneyland Reopens

Dining Updates

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Fantasmic! Dining Packages Are Coming Back to Disneyland
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Here’s a Full List of the Restaurants That Will Be Open at Disneyland!

Disneyland Hotel Reopening

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Downtown Disney Reopening

Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure to OPEN for Shopping and Dining
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Indoor Dining Is Coming Soon to These Downtown Disney Restaurants!
First Look at a Reopened Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort Here’s EVERY Restaurant and Shop Set to Reopen in Downtown Disney Tomorrow!
Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District is Reopening SOON! Here’s What You Need to Know!

California News

NEWS: Indoor Face Mask Requirement to Take Effect Soon in California
Proof of Vaccination or Negative COVID Test to Be Required for More Indoor California Events
Amid Surge of COVID Cases, California Urges Residents to Wear Face Masks Indoors
LA County, California to Require All Individuals to Wear Masks Indoors Again Soon
New Details Emerge Regarding California’s Plans to Fully Reopen on June 15th
Disneyland Capacity May Increase as Orange County, California Enters the Yellow Tier
When California Will Enforce the Outdoor Face Mask Mandate
Los Angeles County Moves Into California’s “Yellow Tier” — Select Theme Parks Can Now Increase Capacity
Small Businesses in California Begin to Rebound as Theme Parks Reopen

The Walt Disney Family Museum

The Walt Disney Family Museum has reopened after a brief re-closure on November 29th, 2021.

International Disney Parks

Check out the links below to learn more about updates concerning international travel, including the Adventures by Disney tours:

International Travel News

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Canada Announces Big Changes to COVID-19 Testing and Quarantine Requirements
NEWS: The Train Between London and Disneyland Paris is Returning SOON
NEWS: Restrictions Lifted for U.K. Travelers Going to France
NEWS: COVID-19 Testing Rules Are CHANGING in the United Kingdom
NEWS: Omicron COVID-19 Variant Expected to Slow International Tourism in Florida

Adventures by Disney News

Adventures By Disney Updates Their COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
Adventures By Disney Cancels More Upcoming Trips
Adventures by Disney Has Canceled All 2021 Southern California Trips
Adventures By Disney Extends Refund Policy
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Shanghai Disneyland Resort

Shanghai Disneyland will reopen on June 30th, 2022.

At Shanghai Disney Resort, the Wishing Star Park, the World of Disney Store, Blue Sky Boulevard, Lakeshore Boat Rental, and the Disney Car and Coach Park reopened on June 10th. Disneytown, Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, and Disneytown Parking Lot all reopened on June 16th. Shanghai Disneyland will reopen on June 30th, 2022, with tickets available for purchase beginning on June 29th. Toy Story Hotel, however, will stay closed until further notice.

©Shanghai Disneyland Resort

Each reopened location will have limited hours and capacity, with the Wishing Star Park open from 9AM to 5PM, the World of Disney Store open from 9AM to 7PM, whereas Disneytown as a whole will be 10AM to 7PM, and the Disneytown Parking Lot from 9AM to 8PM. Blue Sky Boulevard will be open from 8AM to 7PM, and the Disney Car and Coach Park will be open from 8AM to 8PM. The Disney Car and Coach Park will feature discounted rates prior to the official reopening of the full resort.

Shanghai Disneyland was the first park to close on January 25th, 2020, due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, Disneytown, and Wishing Star Park reopened on March 9th, 2020, with limited operations.

Shanghai Disneyland ©Disney

On March 14th, Lumiere’s Kitchen re-opened to serve brunch and dinner during weekends while Shanghai Disneyland itself would remain closed until further notice. It is important to note that these three overseas parks aren’t completely controlled by The Walt Disney Company like the U.S. parks.

Shanghai Disneyland Resort Reopening ©Disney

Disneyland Shanghai reopened on May 11th, 2020. It temporarily re-closed in October through November 2nd, but it opened again after that. In March 2022, the park announced it would close again beginning March 21st, 2022. Now, the park is in a phased reopening process.

Check out the links below for the latest news about Shanghai Disneyland:

NEWS: Shanghai Disneyland Reopening Date Announced! <–NEW
NEWS: Shanghai Disney Resort to Partially Reopen Soon
NEWS: Shanghai Disney Resort Closing Again Due to COVID-19
NEWS: Shanghai Disney Resort Adds COVID-19 Testing Requirement
Shanghai Disney Temporarily Suspends Entry Due to COVID-19
What Caused Shanghai Disneyland to Increase Guest Capacity, and What Could It Mean for Disney World?
Shanghai Disneyland to Increase Capacity and Reduce Select Reservation Restrictions Next Week
Fireworks Return to Shanghai Disneyland on a Trial Basis

Tokyo Disneyland Resort

Tokyo Disneyland is currently open.

On February 29th, 2020, Toyko Disney Resort created a tentative reopening scheduled for March 15th but extended their closure through mid-May 2020.

Beauty and the Beast Attraction at Tokyo Disneyland ©Tokyo

Tokyo Disneyland reopened on July 1st, 2020.

Check out the links below for the latest news about Tokyo Disneyland:

Tokyo Disney Resort Extends Restricted Hours and Alcohol Ban
Reduced Park Hours to Continue at Tokyo Disneyland Resort
FIREWORKS Are Returning to Tokyo Disneyland
Over 20 Restaurants Set to Temporarily Close at Tokyo Disney Resort
Tokyo Disney Suspends Annual Passport Program — At Least For Now

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort

Hong Kong Disneyland reopened on April 21st, 2022.

Hong Kong Disneyland closed on January 26th, 2020. Although Hong Kong Disneyland reopened on September 25th, it closed again later due to COVID-19 concerns. The park reopened on April 21st, 2022.

©Hong Kong Disneyland

Check out the links below for the latest news from Hong Kong Disneyland:

NEWS: Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Reopening Date
NEWS: Hong Kong Disneyland Has Extended Its Closure
NEWS: Hong Kong Disneyland to CLOSE Again Due to COVID-19 Concerns
Hong Kong Disneyland Closed Temporarily Due to COVID-19
Hong Kong Disneyland is OPEN Again…5 Days a Week
See What Hong Kong Disneyland Looked Like on Its Reopening Day
Find Out How the Reservation System Works to Enter Hong Kong Disneyland

Disneyland Paris Resort

Disneyland Paris reopened in June 2021.

On Sunday, March 15th, 2020, Disneyland Paris closed its hotels and Disney Village.

Disneyland Paris

Before choosing to close, Disneyland Paris issued new sanitary directives and extended its cleaning methods. According to LeParisien.fr, these heightened practices included rotating out self-serve cutlery more frequently or using disposable flatware instead, reducing interactions between Disney characters and guests, discontinuing single rider lines, and cleaning handles on wheelchairs and strollers.

Walt Disney Studios Park

Disneyland Paris had also previously canceled all its parades and fireworks shows prior to shutting down. This park has since reopened and remains open now.

Check out the links below for more information about the latest news from Disneyland Paris:

NEWS: Disneyland Paris Relaxes COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
Face Mask Mandate Suspended in Disneyland Paris
Guests Are No Longer Required to Wear Face Masks in Disneyland Paris
NEWS: COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements to Be Updated Soon at Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Paris Guests May Soon Be Required to Have a COVID-19 Pass
Disneyland Paris to Resume Annual Pass Sales
Here’s When the Disneyland Paris Vaccine Site Will Open

Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa

Aulani reopened on November 1st, 2020.

Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa in Hawaii closed for a time in 2020. All reservations scheduled to arrive during the closure were automatically canceled on a week-by-week basis, and Aulani did make revisions to their cancellation policy.

Disney’s Aulani Resort

This policy lifted the close-in reservation cancellation restrictions. Guests also received their points back as Vacation Points or Reservation Points without points being placed into holding. Any Borrowed Points returned due to cancellation were not placed in holding and were returned to the Use Year they were borrowed from. Aulani has since reopened and remains open now.

Hawaiian Sunset from Aulani

Check out the links below to learn more about Aulani’s closure, reopening, and current news:

NEWS: Opening DATE Announced For Aunty’s Beach House at Disney’s Aulani Resort
NEWS: Mask Mandate SUSPENDED in Most Locations at Disney’s Hawaiian Resort
Disney’s Hawaiian Resort Is Changing Its COVID-19 Policies
Potential New Travel Restrictions May Impact Your Trip to Disney’s Aulani in Hawaii

Disney Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line has resumed some sailings. Note that the Disney Wish (Disney’s newest cruise ship) has delayed its maiden voyage until July 14th, 2022.

Disney Dream

The Disney Cruise Line canceled sailings beginning in March 2020, and they resumed some sailings in late summer 2021.

Disney Cruise Line Refunds

Disney Cruise Line has updated its refund policy to encompass more of the cancellations.

You can read the updated policy here.

Disney Magic

Check out the links below for more news about the Disney Cruise Line and cruises in general:

General Cruising News

People Should “Avoid Cruise Travel” According to the CDC
NEWS: Cruise Business on the Rise at Popular Florida Port
Federal Court Lifts CDC Rules for Florida-Based Cruise Ships
Disney Cruises to Alaska Might Resume Sooner Than We Thought
Test Cruises Out of Florida and Texas Given Approval By the CDC

Disney Cruise Line Updates

Disney Cruise Line Extends Final Payment and Flexibility Deadlines
The Disney Cruise Line Will Resume Cruises to Alaska SOON!
NEWS: Disney Cruise Line Updates COVID-19 Testing Requirements
BREAKING: Traditional Character Meet-and-Greets Are RETURNING to Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line is Relaxing MORE COVID-19 Guidelines — See ALL New Updates Here!
Don’t Be Blindsided By These Disney Cruise Line Changes
COVID-19 Requirements Updated for Disney Cruise Line Sailings from Canada
BREAKING: Face Mask Mandate Being SUSPENDED for Many Disney Cruise Line Sailings
Why Testing Positive for COVID-19 No Longer Disqualifies You for a Disney Cruise

Other Cruise Line Updates

Carnival Cruise Line Launches First Voyage from U.S. Port Since Last Year
Royal Caribbean Cruises Set Sail Out Of Florida
Royal Caribbean Cruises Will Return to Florida This Summer
Carnival Cruise Line Looks to Resume Cruises This Summer
Royal Caribbean Plans To Set Sail Again This Summer
More Cruise Lines Push Their Return to Sailings Further Into 2021
Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line Determine That Cruising Safely May Involve 74 Safety Recommendations

Walt Disney Company

Like many companies, the Walt Disney Company has continued to adjust as new information comes to light concerning the coronavirus.

Disney World has been through some big changes!

Check out the links below to learn about how the pandemic has affected the Walt Disney Company:

In-Person Instruction Is Returning to the Disney Institute Soon
Is Disney Still Short on Staff? Here’s What We Know.
Disney World is Asking Guests About Health and Safety, Crowds, and More in New Surveys
NEWS: Face Masks No Longer Required at U.S. Disney Stores
Disney CEO Bob Chapek Talks Star Wars Hotel, the COVID-19 Closures, and More
See Walt’s Office, the Archives, and MORE — Disney Studios Lot Tours Are Coming BACK Soon!
The 13 Biggest Disney NEWS BOMBS You Missed from Destination D23
“Vaccinations Are the Key to Really Mitigating the Impact of This Pandemic,” Says Disney CEO

How Is The Outbreak Impacting Travel So Far

On Wednesday, March 11th, 2020, the World Health Organization officially declared Coronavirus a pandemic. You can check the CDC’s current risk assessment level by each country here.

Airplane

Learn more about how the pandemic is impacting travel here:

It’s About to Get Harder to Fly to Disney World From These 4 Cities <–NEW
Over 1,000 Flights Were CANCELED Recently 😳 Here’s What That Means for Upcoming Travel <–NEW
Pilot Shortage Causing Major Flight Cancelations
The Potential COVID-19 Summer Surge and What You Need to Know for Your Disney Trip
Delta Airlines is Cutting 100 Flights Each Day This Summer
8 Reasons Travelers Are Questioning Summer Plans
Why Driving to Disney World Is a Gamble Right Now
Why It Might Be Hard to Travel Abroad This Summer

Where to Check for Updates Regarding the U.S. Disney Parks

Announcements about Disney World and Disneyland’s closures were posted on their website’s main page. To keep up with the latest information on the coronavirus itself near Disney locations, we recommend checking the Florida Department of Health for Disney World, and The Orange County Public Health Care Agency, along with The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health for Disneyland.

Disneyland

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What is the Virus and How is it Commonly Spread?

Coronavirus, also referred to as COVID-19, was first identified as an outbreak in Wuhan, China. It most commonly causes mild upper-respiratory tract illnesses, although there are numerous types of coronavirus. The disease is thought to spread from person to person through droplets expelled through the air by infected persons or transferred from surfaces (similar to the flu). These droplets can either be inhaled or enter through your eyes, mouth, or nose.

COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign

Since Coronavirus symptoms present themselves very similarly to the common flu or cold virus, people who are sick should avoid the general public to prevent transmitting the illness.

Check out the links below for more news about the coronavirus and its variants:

General COVID-19 News

Mask Policy CHANGING Soon for Broadway Theaters <–NEW
NEWS: U.S. is Out of the “Full-Blown Explosive Pandemic Phase,” Says Dr. Fauci
COVID-19 BA.2 Omicron Subvariant Levels Are INCREASING in Wastewater Near Disney World
NEWS: First COVID-19 Breath Test Authorized By the FDA
NEW COVID-19 “Test to Treat” Initiative Announced by the U.S. President
NEWS: CDC CHANGES Select Mask Recommendations
Air Travel Costs Predicted to Increase as Flights Continue to Be Canceled

Omicron Variant News

The BA.2.12.1 COVID-19 Variant and Disney World: What You Need To Know
What You Need to Know About the “Stealth” BA.2 COVID-19 Variant Before Your Next Disney Trip
NEWS: Cases of the New “Stealth” Omicron COVID-19 Subvariant Reported in Florida
Are Travel Bans the “Wrong” Way to Fight the Omicron COVID-19 Variant? Here’s What Some Have to Say
2,500 Disney Fans Say the Omicron COVID-19 Variant Has Changed Their Travel Plans
The Omicron COVID-19 Variant and Disney World: What You Need To Know
Full List of Current Travel Restrictions and Border Closures Due to the Omicron COVID-19 Variant
NEWS: First Cases of the Omicron COVID-19 Variant Have Been Found in Florida

How Can I Protect Myself?

To avoid contracting COVID-19, the CDC recommends staying 6 feet away from individuals who are sneezing or coughing. Avoid touching and rubbing your eyes, nose, and mouth. If you are feeling unwell or are symptomatic, stay home.

Physical Distancing Signs

Cover your mouth when coughing and cover your nose when sneezing (ideally with a tissue that you can dispose of afterward). Use household cleaning products to clean and disinfect the objects you touch.

Disinfectant wipes

Face masks are recommended for everyone when social distancing is not possible, especially while indoors or in close proximity to other people.

Face masks

Hand washing is also super important. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water especially before eating and after using the restroom.

Wash your hands often!

If you cough, blow your nose with a tissue, or sneeze into your hands and wash them immediately. The CDC also recommends the use of an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol (FYI Purell is 70% alcohol, so if you have Purell at home that will work just fine).

Click Here to Learn About the Current Hand Sanitizer Situation In Disney World

Can It Be Treated or Prevented?

A vaccine for COVID-19 has been developed and is in the process of being dispersed throughout the country. Boosters for this vaccine have also been developed and are being distributed now.

We know our readers and viewers are very concerned about the events surrounding coronavirus. The most important thing to remember is not to panic. Be diligent in covering your nose when sneezing and your mouth when coughing, and wash your hands regularly — especially before eating. Also, if you feel ill, stay home.

Currently, vaccines and boosters are available at most pharmacies around the US. The FDA recently authorized a booster for kids ages 5 to 11 as well. Vaccines for kids younger than 5 are being tested now. According to Axios, a COVID-19 pill is also going to be widely available soon. The pill — called Paxlovid — is produced by Pfizer and is significant because it allows COVID-19 patients to be treated at home without the risk of illness found at a hospital. This treatment was pretty scarce when it was first approved, but the White House COVID Response Coordinator has said that it should be available at most US pharmacies soon.

We will continue to update this post as we learn more.

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Elaine Godel says

May 6, 2020 at 9:20 am

We have a trip planned for their end of oct do you think we will be able to make it will you be open then or should we cancel
Lisa says

May 7, 2020 at 11:46 am

I’d like to know when they reopen. I have plans for the end of May which looks like will be cancelled.
Natasha says

May 11, 2020 at 11:28 am

I have read that you have said there is no free dining 2021, is this true or just a guess? As I’m waiting on an announcement to wether my holiday gets changed or cancelled. Thanks
DFB Sarah says

May 12, 2020 at 11:22 am

Natasha, there have been no announcements yet from Disney about Free Dining in 2021. For some perspective, the DDP offer was released for 2020 on January 2, 2020. If you’re traveling from the UK, Free Dining for 2020 was announced in April 2019, so with no announcement yet for 2021, it’s just a waiting game to see what is released and when it will be announced. As far as I know, there has been no official statement about it one way or another.
Adelaide Hamilton says

June 27, 2020 at 12:07 pm

Hi AJ and team! I’ve been trying to get some information regarding upgrading tickets. Usually, you cannot do so unless you go to the ticket booth at the actual park.
I have a 1-Day 1-Park from a canceled trip in March! But now, I’m going to Disney for 2 days and have a hotel reservation. What should I do in regard to the reservation system too?
Thanks!
DFB Sarah says

June 27, 2020 at 2:15 pm

Adelaide, it sounds like you might need to chat with Disney about it. I’m not sure if they can upgrade over the phone (especially if it’s for a 2020 trip), but possibly they would be open to it since you already have a ticket. (It might just be a “modifying” your plans thing rather than a new sale, if that makes sense.)
Dustin says

July 2, 2020 at 12:12 pm

Thank you so much for all of the great information! I know that the dinning plans have been cancelled, but have you heard if they are going to offer them again once the parks reopen? Thank you so much and keep up the great work!!
DFB Sarah says

July 2, 2020 at 5:49 pm

Dustin, Disney has indicated DDP will return, but they have not released any information on when that will be.
Linda Jo Dunn says

September 14, 2020 at 9:25 pm

We have complimentary ticket that expired at the end of May? Will the expiration be extended?
DFB Sarah says

September 15, 2020 at 8:59 am

Linda, I think you’ll want to call on this.
Karen says

October 28, 2020 at 11:29 am

Any idea if the dining plans or refillable mugs will return in 2021?
DFB Sarah says

October 29, 2020 at 8:44 am

Karen, no word on these yet.
Sherri says

July 7, 2021 at 5:45 pm

With Port Orleans – Riverside planned reopening, has there been any information about Bob Jackson being recalled??
DFB Sarah says

July 8, 2021 at 11:24 am

Sherri, nothing on Yeehaw Bob at this point. His goodbye post last year sounded final, but we’ll update for sure if there’s any news.
Dave Denny says

September 15, 2021 at 10:25 pm

Any updates on the trams going to be back up and running?
DFB Sarah says

September 16, 2021 at 8:54 am

Dave, nothing from Disney on this recently.
Meela says

November 27, 2021 at 7:59 pm

Do you still have to have a meal reservation to visit resorts you are not staying at? I love DFB! AJ you are amazing!
Meela
DFB Sarah says

November 29, 2021 at 9:54 am

Meela, the policy remains that you need a reservation (Resort or dining) in order to pass through security when driving into a Resort. However, you can use Disney transportation to visit Resorts.
Paressa White says

March 5, 2022 at 2:38 pm

Hi my name, is Paressa White I live California USA my first time going to Disney world I already have a place to stay Top Villas but I planned on going to Disney world on July 7th I no-no but the only way I can come down to Florida is June 28,2022 to July 13,2022 I no Bad Days but our kids our in schools in January, March, April,May can not do it .l have been watching your YouTube channel and following you on Pinterest very helpful . I am planning to go to Universal Orlando one day and Disney Would one day tickets so I’m excited and looking forward to all the things that you have coming up for the dates I’ll be in town thank you

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