PHOTOS: Disneyland Preps for Reopening by Installing Social Distancing Markers at Turnstiles

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Things look good for those who want to return to “The Happiest Place on Earth.” Our recent visit to the entrance at Disneyland Park revealed new social distancing markings on the pavement. Recently, Disney, California Attractions and Parks Association, and Anaheim have all called upon Gov. Gavin Newsom to provide guidance to allow Disneyland to reopen. … Read more

Universal Studios Hollywood Reportedly Plans to Reopen in July, CityWalk as Early as Next Week

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It may be “lights, camera, action” for Universal Studios Hollywood next month, with CityWalk opening as soon as next week, according to a team member union statement. In a statement to union cast members, IATSE Local B-192 President Nicole Miller reports that representatives for the park are “hopeful” that they will be able to reopen … Read more

Disney Vacation Club Releases Additional Details on Reopenings, Point Banking Policies, and Face Masks at Resorts

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With Disney Vacation Club resorts reopening to members and guests on June 22, DVC has shared additional details regarding protocols, point banking, and more. These additional details shed light on new resort protocols, like the use of face masks at all public resort areas when not eating or drinking, and physical distancing throughout. Members and … Read more

PHOTOS: See Amazing Aerial Photos of Empty Walt Disney World Resort Hotels During the Extended Parks Closure

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As Walt Disney World remains closed for the longest period in the resort’s history, aerial photographers have been able to capture just what the Most Magical Place on Earth looks like without guests. Thanks to pilot Jonathan Michael Salazar on Facebook (also @ColombianPilot on Instagram), we’re able to show these photos of many of Walt Disney World’s resort hotels as … Read more

PHOTOS: See Breathtaking Aerial Photos of Disney’s Animal Kingdom During the Extended Parks Closure

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As Walt Disney World remains closed for the longest period in the resort’s history, aerial photographers have been able to capture just what the Most Magical Place on Earth looks like without guests. Thanks to pilot Jonathan Michael Salazar on Facebook (also @ColombianPilot on Instagram), we’re able to share these photos Disney’s Animal Kingdom as it awaits its next adventurers. … Read more

PHOTOS: Get an Aerial View of Disney Springs, Typhoon Lagoon, and Blizzard Beach During the Extended Parks Closure

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As Walt Disney World remains closed for the longest period in the resort’s history, aerial photographers have been able to capture just what the Most Magical Place on Earth looks like without guests. Thanks to pilot Jonathan Michael Salazar on Facebook (also @ColombianPilot on Instagram), we’re able to share these photos of Disney Springs just days before it reopens to … Read more

PHOTOS: See a Park On Pause With Aerial Images of Disney’s Hollywood Studios During the Extended Parks Closure

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As Walt Disney World remains closed for the longest period in the resort’s history, aerial photographers have been able to capture just what the Most Magical Place on Earth looks like without guests. Thanks to pilot Jonathan Michael Salazar on Facebook (also @ColombianPilot on Instagram), we’re able to share these photos of Disney’s Hollywood Studios as the movie magic is … Read more

Construction Resumes on Avengers Campus and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disneyland Resort Despite Ongoing Parks Closure

Construction Resumes on Avengers Campus and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disneyland Resort Despite Ongoing Parks Closure

While construction ceased briefly during the initial closure of the Disneyland Resort, new developments indicate that essential workers are slowly returning to work on key projects such as Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway and the MARVEL-themed Avengers Campus. According to Brady MacDonald of The OC Register, the work taking place is being done by limited crews … Read more

PHOTOS: Survey a Fully Empty Park With Stunning New Aerial Images of the Magic Kingdom During the Extended Parks Closure

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As Walt Disney World remains closed for the longest period in the resort’s history, aerial photographers have been able to capture just what the Most Magical Place on Earth looks like without guests. Thanks to pilot Jonathan Michael Salazar on Facebook (also @ColombianPilot on Instagram), we’re able to show these photos of the Magic Kingdom … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World President Josh D’Amaro Shares Recent Visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge During Extended Closure

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While Walt Disney World’s resort hotels remain closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, this week, Walt Disney World President Josh D’Amaro made a visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to speak with some essential Cast Members on site. D’Amaro shared some pictures of his visit on Instagram, where he also discussed the symbolism of … Read more

Orlando Sentinel Editorial Predicts “Devastating” Economic Future for Central Florida Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

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Though things may seem uncertain now, eventually Walt Disney World will reopen… but according to the Orlando Sentinel‘s Scott Maxwell, some things will be very different for the resort, and Orlando and Central Florida in general, when it does. In an editorial, Maxwell predicts that the coming economic recession posed by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic … Read more

Disneyland All-American College Band Suspends 2020 Program Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

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With the Disneyland Resort closed “until further notice” due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, a staple of summer at Disneyland has already cancelled its plans for 2020. The Disneyland All-American College Band has suspended its program for 2020, which would have marked its 50th year of performance. In a Facebook post, the band revealed the … Read more

Disneyland Paris Reportedly Pressuring Temporary Employees with Blacklisting in an Attempt to Terminate Contracts

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With Disneyland Paris closed “until further notice,” cast members were set to be paid through April 19th, but it seems the company is trying to cut costs by trying to stop paying some cast members sooner. According to Le Monde‘s Guy Dutheil, resort management has attempted to pressure and threaten temporary workers with blacklisting in … Read more

Walt Disney World Construction Workers Laid Off Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Closures

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While most Walt Disney World cast members will continue to be paid at least through April 18th while the parks and resort hotels remain closed, some workers fallen through the cracks, according to a report by WFTV. Daralene Jones, an investigative reporter for the network, has revealed that some construction workers, who worked for the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Edition Cheshire Cat Mad Tea Party Funko POP! to be Released Online April 10

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One of Wonderland’s most enigmatic residents is going for a spin at the Mad Tea Party… in Funko POP! form. Funko has announced they will be releasing a POP! Ride featuring the Cheshire Cat riding one of the attraction’s signature teacups as part of their Funko Virtual Con taking place April 10th-12th. Unlike the Alice … Read more

Walt Disney World and Disneyland Cast Members Not Scheduled Past March 31st, Suggesting Extended Closure Period to be Announced

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As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to affect the nation, WDWNT has learned that the closure of the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort is highly likely to be extended. A source has revealed to us that resort Cast Members have not been scheduled to work past March 31st. Cast Member schedules were set … Read more