Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Responds to Disney Cancelling Lake Nona Move

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has responded to Disney cancelling their Lake Nona move. Earlier today, Disney announced that they are cancelling the relocation of Walt Disney Imagineers from California to Florida. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has now responded to the announcement. He released a statement on Disney’s cancellation of the Lake Nona relocation: “Disney announced … Read more

Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro Cites ‘Changing Business Decisions’ as Disney Cancels Entire Lake Nona Campus

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Disney was set to build a large campus in Lake Nona, Florida with plans to move over 2,000 employees, including Imagineering. Now, Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro has announced that the whole project has been canceled. Disney has simply cited “changing business conditions” as the reason for the cancellation. According to CNBC, Josh D’Amaro … Read more

Disney Parks Lake Nona Headquarters Project Passes Development Review Committee with Unanimous Vote

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Disney’s Lake Nona Headquarters Project has been approved unanimously by the Development Review Committee. Lake Nona Headquarters Project The vote was held on March 9 and was known as the Lake Nona Parcel 20A Office Complex. The project passed through the Development Review Committee with a unanimous vote of 5-0 by its members. The site … Read more

California Will Mandate Indoor Masks Starting This Wednesday

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According to KTLA5, California will require indoor masking once again starting Wednesday, following a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases since Thanksgiving, health officials announced Monday. “The new mandate will be in effect from Dec. 15 to Jan. 15, Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly said in a briefing Monday. While masking was previously … Read more

Tenaya Stone Spa Incorporates Native American Influences Into Story and Design at Disney’s Grand Californian Resort & Spa

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The Tenaya Stone Spa opened recently at Disney’s Grand Californian Resort & Spa, and we were fortunate enough to take a look around the lobby to see some of the new furnishings and merchandise that is available. Among the chandelier made of old tree roots, the agate-laden doors, and the floor made of cut log … Read more

The Walt Disney Company Donates Over $32,000 to Governor Newsom’s Reelection Campaign

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The Walt Disney Company has made a $32,400 donation to the 2022 reelection campaign for California Governor Gavin Newsom, according to Deadline. This is not the first expression of support for Governor Newsom displayed recently as the Motion Picture Association, of which Disney belongs, has been supporting the governor through the ongoing recall election. Disney … Read more

Original Disney Store in Glendale, California Closing by July 14th

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As Disney moves retail primarily to shopDisney, classic Disney Stores around the world have been closing. Sadly, this now includes the original Disney Store location in Glendale, California. The store’s website now states it will be closed by July 14th, 2021. The first Disney Store opened in the Glendale Galleria mall on March 28, 1987. … Read more

Fully Vaccinated Workers No Longer Required to Wear Masks in California Effective June 18th

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California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order today in alignment with new CAL/OSHA recommendations, according to CalMatters reporter Ben Christopher. The new legislation declares that businesses are no longer required to require face masks for workers who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This comes after a series of changes in the state earlier … Read more

California Residents Can Win a Trip to Disneyland Resort for Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine

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If you’re a vaccinated California Resident, you’re in luck. All Californians aged 12+ who receive a COVID-19 vaccination are automatically entered into the “Vax for the Win” sweepstakes program. One of the prizes is a trip for four to Disneyland Resort. The “Discover the Best of Anaheim” package is one of six different “Dream Vacations.” … Read more

Universal Studios Hollywood to Hire Thousands of New Team Members This Summer

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Universal Studios Hollywood is joining its sister park in Orlando with hiring over 2000 new Team Members for the Summer season. Opportunities include full-time, part-time, seasonal and professional career positions. Open park positions include: Attractions, Entertainment (including Production Assistants and Show Controllers), Guest Relations, Park Services, Wardrobe, Retail, Parking, and Food (including Bartenders, Baristas, Cooks, … Read more

California Meets Health Metrics for Full Reopening on June 15

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California has met the necessary health metrics to fully reopen as planned on June 15. This means there will be no physical distancing and no capacity limitations. Masking in the state will be aligned with the CDC guidelines. For outdoor events with more than 10,000 people, California health officials recommend the venue have a system … Read more

California On Pace to Drop Tier Restrictions and Capacity Limits by June 15, Disneyland May Open to Out-of-State Guests

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California Secretary of Health and Human Services Dr. Mark Ghaly stated Tuesday that the state is on pace to drop tier restrictions and capacity limits; including a near elimination of the state-wide mask mandate. California Governor Gavin Newsom stated in April that the state economy could completely reopen by June 15, provided that current health … Read more

UPDATE: California May Now Allow Fully Vaccinated Out-of-State Guests to Visit Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood

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Out-of-state travelers craving California may soon be in luck. A series of policy changes indicate that California may soon allow out-of-state guests who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to visit Southern California’s many theme parks. As noted by Twitter user Leslie Harvey, California’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy was updated without fanfare on April 19th. … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Studios Hollywood 4/16/21 (Reopening Day, Updated Studio Tour, New Attraction Procedures, and More)

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We’re here at Universal Studios Hollywood for the grand reopening of the park! The last time we were here was for the “Taste of Universal” ticketed event where a few attractions, such as Jurassic World, The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, and Revenge of the Mummy – … Read more

California Governor Tosses Tiered Reopening Plan, Announces Economy May “Full Reopen” by June 15

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As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available to more California residents, the state is tossing out the tiered reopening plan and moving forward with a new one. Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that the state may “fully reopen its economy” on June 15 provided two criteria are met: If vaccine supply is sufficient for Californians 16 … Read more

California Releases Revised Theme Park Guidelines; Requires Outdoor Queuing, Allows Face Covering Exemptions

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New COVID-19 guidance for theme parks has been released by the State of California. The 13-page document details the state’s expectations for theme parks like Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Universal Studios Hollywood. Five key prevention practices are outlined. physical distancing to the maximum extent possible use of face coverings by workers (where respiratory protection … Read more