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There has been some exciting news about Disney Cruise Line recently!
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Disney recently revealed tons of details about the Disney Wish including the first ever attraction at sea, a Frozen-themed restaurant, a Star Wars lounge, a Marvel dining experience, a sneak peek at the rooms, and so much more.
As the situation with the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, we’ve seen a number of changes and specific policies announced.
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We’ve especially seen quite a lot of discussion on the topic of vaccine passports. The Florida governor has made statements about vaccine passports and passed an executive order on the topic as well. But now another part of the Florida government has taken action regarding vaccine passports.
As the situation with the COVID-19 pandemic and vaccines continues to develop, we’ve seen quite a few changes made in terms of mask guidance and rules.
Flower and Garden Mask
Just yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention relaxed certain parts of its mask guidance when it comes to outdoor activities for those who are fully vaccinated.
In Orange County, Florida, the county where part of Walt Disney World is located, there is a mask mandate in place. The Orange County Mayor has recently indicated that changes regarding the mask mandate and social distancing rules may be coming this summer, and now we’ve got some important updates.
We’ve been closely following policy changes as COVID-19 vaccines continue to be distributed.
COVID-19 vaccination tents at the Disneyland Resort ©Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG
Recently, the CDC has stated that fully vaccinated individuals can gather indoors, and states such as Florida and California have begun to look at relaxing restrictions. And now, another announcement is on the way.
The COVID-19 vaccine is continuing to be administered all across the country.
COVID-19 vaccination tents at the Disneyland Resort ©Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG
This vaccine rollout is moving at a speedy pace — earlier this month, we reported that all adults would be eligible for their shot about a week and a half earlier than the original goal. States such as Florida have already given those ages 16 and up access to the vaccine. And now, the rest of the country will follow suit.
While many Disney Parks around the world have reopened (or are on their way to reopening) since initial closures began last year due to the ongoing health crisis, some still remain closed.
Guests have been back to enjoying Disney World since last summer
Disneyland Paris has gone through a few different phases, having reopened in July 2020, but then closed again shortly after in October. Disney initially planned for the park to reopen on April 2nd, but that has since been postponed and the area will now be used for a different purpose.
As the COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues around the world, people are beginning to look ahead.
COVID-19 vaccination tents at the Disneyland Resort ©Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG
Recently, the California government created a plan to reopen the state, as small businesses are beginning to recover from the effects of the pandemic. The CDC has stated that fully vaccinated Americans can safely travel once again. And now, France has provided an update on its own travel restrictions.
Lately we’ve heard quite a few updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic, masks, social distancing, and more.
COVID-19 vaccination tents at the Disneyland Resort ©Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG
We’ve gotten an update from the Orange County, Florida mayor about when masks and distancing rules may change, more adults are becoming eligible for the vaccine, and we’ve shared how Disney is providing vaccines to Cast Members. But, today we got an important update about COVID-19 vaccines and more shots that may be needed in the future.
Things are constantly changing when it comes to Disney and travel in general. Especially during the current global health crisis. Currently, vaccine distribution is ramping up across the country.
Cast Members dancing at Magic Kingdom
We have recently shared the potential need for vaccine passports to travel, how vaccine eligibility works in Florida, as well as what incentives Disney has for getting Cast Members vaccinated faster.
Ever since the global pandemic hit, health and safety measures changed and have continued to evolve in the Disney Parks and around the world.
Minnie Mouse
The face mask policies in Disney World have evolved over time, capacity levels have changed, and travel policies have developed and been revised over the last year. But, with COVID-19 vaccinations becoming more available for many people around the country, health and safety policies may be changing again as more focus starts to be given to vaccine passports.
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