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The Potential COVID-19 Summer Surge and What You Need to Know for Your Disney Trip

To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit.

Disney World looks very different now than it did just under 2 years ago when the parks reopened after the pandemic closures. You won’t see many physical distancing markers on the ground anymore, mask mandates are all but gone, and most attractions, hotels, and restaurants have reopened. But is it safe to visit the parks right now?

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We’ve kept up with changes to the COVID-19 pandemic situation in the US, including the Omicron variant and the newer BA.2.12.1 subvariant, in order to better understand the potential changes and dangers when it comes to traveling. Now, with many sources reporting a surge in COVID-19 cases this summer, we’re taking a closer look at the likelihood of this surge and how it could impact your upcoming Disney vacation. [Read more…]

8 Things to Know About Disney World in June 2021

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It’s official, we’ve made it to June! We’re getting into the hottest part of the year and we’re about to start seeing summertime crowds at Disney World.

Welcome to the hottest part of the year in Disney World!

If you’re heading to the parks this month, there are a lot of things you’re going to need to know, and today we’re sharing that list with you. Let’s dive right in!

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NEWS: Hershey Theme Park Removes Face Mask Requirements for Select Guests

By Jenna Saxton 1 Comment

There have been a lot of changes to health and safety guidelines in theme parks recently.

Cinderella Castle

And, as CDC recommendations continue to change, many theme parks are considering making more adjustments to their policies. We’ve already seen one major theme park in the U.S. allow guests to remove their face masks in outdoor settings, and now another is relaxing their guidelines.

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NEWS: Major Theme Park STOPS Temperature Checks and Outdoor Mask Requirements

By Taylor 6 Comments

Theme parks have been implementing and adjusting safety procedures throughout the pandemic.

Cinderella Castle

Most recently, Disney World adjusted its mask policy to allow guests to remove their masks while taking photos outdoors. And as COVID-19 vaccinations continue throughout the country, states such as Florida are considering making changes to mask and social distancing rules. Now, another theme parks has adjusted its procedures, too.

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Hong Kong Disneyland is OPEN Again…5 Days a Week

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Hong Kong Disneyland reopened on February 19th!

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The park spent most of 2020 closing and reopening repeatedly. After originally shutting down in January, it reopened in June only to close again in July, reopen in September, and close AGAIN in December. So this February reopening is its THIRD time welcoming back guests since its initial closure. Phew! [Read more…]

NEWS: Temperature Checks May Be Ineffective at Identifying COVID-19 Cases, CDC Says in New Report

By Keira Sheehy 4 Comments

Disney World has been following strict health and safety guidelines since the parks reopened. Guests are required to wear face masks and are required to have their temperature checked before entering the parks or Disney Springs.

Tie-dye Mickey Face Mask

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), however, indicates that temperature screenings may not be as effective in pinpointing coronavirus cases as once believed. How did they reach this conclusion and what could this mean for Disney’s procedures? We’re breaking it down for you here.

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Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District is Reopening SOON! Here’s What You Need to Know!

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Downtown Disney is scheduled to reopen on July 9th.

An Empty Downtown Disney During the Disneyland Closure

Disney had previously shared information about new safety measures that will be taken when the Disneyland parks reopen on July 17th. And now we have more details on the health and safety precautions that will be in place at Downtown Disney!

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Guests Are Advised Against Entering Disney World if They’re Experiencing Any of These Symptoms!

By Carly Terzigni 6 Comments

Guests with upcoming reservations to Disney World have a multitude of new health and safety procedures to be aware of before they even leave home! But there’s more to preparing for your next Disney World vacation than linking your park admission to My Disney Experience.

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Another new measure to be aware of before leaving home comes in the form of a health acknowledgement, which was recently added to Disney World’s website.

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Here’s What Qualifies — and Doesn’t Qualify — as a Mask in Disney World!

By Michelle Petty 44 Comments

As the Walt Disney World theme parks welcome guests again, it’s only natural that there are questions GALORE!

Early Morning at Cinderella Castle

There are a LOT of new guidelines and policies to keep up with. Don’t worry if you’re still super confused, because we’ve got ya covered…literally!

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Disney Stores Will Be Reopening Soon With These NEW Health and Safety Measures

By Janelle Sheetz 3 Comments

As you may know, World of Disney is reopening in Disney Springs this morning along with the first few Disney-owned properties that have been closed since mid-March.

World of Disney

And while we await Disney World’s reopening proposal which is also scheduled to take place this morning, Disney Store locations have just posted several guidelines of the new health and safety precautions they will be implementing upon their reopening.

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