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PHOTOS: The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride! Now Loading Every Row at Universal Studios Florida

March 20, 2021

We reported earlier that the E.T. Adventure is following the footsteps of multiple Universal Studios attractions by loosening physical distancing measures. We’ve now seen that Transformers – The Ride, the E.T. Adventure, and “The Bourne Stuntacular” are no longer spacing out guests by leaving empty rows in between parties. Following these operational changes, The High … Read more

PHOTOS: The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man Now Loading Every Row at Universal Studios Florida

March 19, 2021

Well it looks like yet another attraction has removed any attempt at keeping guests physically distant from each other. We reported that the E.T. Adventure, Transformers – The Ride, “The Bourne Stuntacular”, The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride!, and now The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man are loading every row and taking no … Read more

U.S. Disney Employees Can Begin Returning to Offices after July 4

March 19, 2021

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According to Deadline, United States Disney employees can begin returning to work in-person after July 4. An internal video was sent to Disney Cast Members via email notifying them of a phased reopening of offices in the United States. Disney has not yet announced any details about the phased reopening of offices in the United … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (3/18/21): Moana Overlay Concept Art for Enchanted Tiki Room, Cinderella Castle Turrets Repainted, EPCOT Construction Updates, The Chapeau Closing for Refurb on March 27th, and More

March 21, 2021March 18, 2021

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, March 18, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Disneyland Paris to Remain Closed as Paris Enters Four-Week Shutdown During COVID-19 Surge

March 18, 2021

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A third COVID-19 wave is shutting down Paris for one month. In addition to the Paris region, 15 other regions will begin a shutdown at midnight Friday. According to a BBC News report, France recorded over 35,000 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours. The news from Paris is especially grim. Over 1,200 Parisians … Read more

PHOTOS: A Few New Signs Limit Four Guests Per Physical Distancing Marker at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Attractions

March 15, 2021

New signs have debuted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as an increased safety precaution for the COVID-19 pandemic. The new signs state to limit four guests per marking and to separate larger parties. One of the signs can be found on a trash can near Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. It also designates the standard that … Read more

Man Arrested For Spitting on Security Cast Member Enforcing Mask Rules at Walt Disney World

March 15, 2021

A 51-year-old Palm Beach man has been charged with a felony and trespassed from Walt Disney World after he was accused of spitting on a security Cast Member who asked him to put on his mask, Orlando Sentinel reports. The Orange County Sheriff’s arrest report was released today and court records show Kelly McKin was … Read more

U.S. COVID-19 Restrictions Could Loosen by July 4th

March 14, 2021March 14, 2021

Overall COVID-19 restrictions in the country seem to be on-trend to be loosened in the summer, specifically by the 4th of July holiday. This is thanks to the growing optimism of drastically lowering the infection rate of the virus by administering vaccines. Dr. Anthony Fauci spoke on CNN’s State of the Union on Sunday, “If … Read more

BREAKING: Disneyland Paris Will Not Reopen April 2, 2021, Reopening Date Currently Undecided

March 12, 2021

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Due to the current situation of the COVID-19 pandemic in France and continuing travel restrictions across Europe in general, Disneyland Paris announced today that the resort will not open as planned on April 2nd, with no announcement as of yet on a target reopening date. The decision came this afternoon local time, when a notice … Read more

Indoor Dining Set To Return As Soon As Monday in Los Angeles County, Home to Universal Studios Hollywood and CityWalk

March 11, 2021

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While outdoor dining was only reallowed in Los Angeles County in late January of this year as a stay-at-home order was lifted, indoor dining has remained out of reach for all restaurants in the county — including those within CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood, and inside the park itself. That may be about to change, … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland Hotel Now Completely Fenced Off From Guests

March 11, 2021

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Preparations for the late April reopening of Disneyland Resort are underway. Part of the work taking place today is the construction of a fence around Disneyland Hotel. The fence will effectively create a bubble around the property. This walkway to Disneyland Hotel is blocked by temporary fencing. The hotel’s directional sign is behind the fence. … Read more

PHOTOS: Nine Dragons Restaurant Reopens as Additional Seating for Lotus Blossom Cafe at EPCOT

March 11, 2021

The Lotus Blossom Cafe is a quick service dining location in the China Pavilion at EPCOT. The Nine Dragons restaurant next door has yet to reopen after the park’s closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the inside is now being used as additional seating for the adjoining quick service location. The Lotus Blossom Cafe … Read more

Bob Chapek Optimistic That Disney College Program Can Resume by End of 2021

March 9, 2021

During the 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, Bob Chapek answered a question about the Disney College Program which was temporarily suspended last year. Chapek stated that there was “no specific date” set to resume the program, however as COVID-19 vaccines roll out and cases begin to decline, he is hopeful about reinstating the program by … Read more

PHOTOS: The Barnstormer Now Loading Every Row, Plexiglass Added to Load Platform of Magic Kingdom Attraction

March 9, 2021

We’ve seen lots of enhanced safety precautions since Walt Disney World reopened due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This morning, we noticed that plexiglass dividers were added to the loading area of The Barnstormer rollercoaster in Storybook Circus. Guests wait behind each numbered door to board their row on the coaster. Now, a plexiglass divider is … Read more

Disneyland Paris Reopening Likely Delayed as France’s Health Minister May Not Lift COVID-19 Restrictions Until Mid-April

March 9, 2021

Olivier Veran, the health minister of France, revealed that the country’s current COVID-19 restrictions may not be lifted until at least mid-April. Disneyland Paris is currently set to reopen on April 2nd, although if COVID-19 restrictions are not lifted until later in the month, this could further delay the park’s reopening. Disneyland Paris was closed … Read more

New Ad Debuts Urging Guests to Visit Soon as Part of “Tomorrow Begins Today” Campaign at Walt Disney World

March 8, 2021

A heartwarming promotional video was released today as part of a new marketing campaign for the Walt Disney World Resort. The goal of the campaign is to encourage guests who have been avoiding theme parks due to the COVID-19 pandemic to begin booking their trips for “tomorrow”. That tomorrow does include masks though, so it … Read more