COVID-19

Disneyland Resort Reopening Still Months Away Under Stage 4 of California’s COVID-19 Roadmap

With summer quickly upon us, many eager Disneyland Resort guests and Annual Passholders are searching for answers regarding when the parks will reopen, but California Governor Gavin Newsom, in conjunction with California Department of Public Health Director Dr. Sonia Angell, seems set on adhering to strict guidelines and requirements before permitting certain businesses to reopen. … Read more

Orange County Task Force Establishes Initial Guidelines for Walt Disney World Reopening (Guest Spacing, Wiping Vehicles, etc.), Mayor Believes June Reopening Realistic

The Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force met early today to discuss the initial guidelines for reopening Orlando’s theme parks, including Walt Disney World Resort. Other industries covered include hotels, bars, and restaurants, with a distinction set up between smaller theme parks (like Gatorland, for example) and larger theme parks like Walt Disney World and … Read more

France Extends Restrictions on Large Gatherings, Disneyland Paris Unlikely to Open Until September

The restrictions issued earlier this month regarding large gatherings, including cultural and sporting events across France, have now been extended from mid-July to September. These restrictions ban festivals and events that draw more than 5,000 people. The announcement was made by France’s Prime Minister Edouard Philippe in an address to the National Assembly in Paris … Read more

Latest Florida COVID-19 Projection Model Suggests “Relaxed Social Distancing” Possible After June 21

As data surrounding the ongoing health crisis is continuously updated, the situation surrounding COVID-19 keeps changing, with the latest projection models now stating that the earliest date social distancing may be possible in Florida is June 21. This is a marked delay from the previous June 14 estimations. By now, many states have chosen to … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Update – April 2020 (Disneyland Resort Line Service Suspended, Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel Spring Decor)

Today we have yet another update for you from Hong Kong Disneyland Resort courtesy of our friends at Disney Magic Kingdom Blog. While we’ve gotten to see the latest progress on the Castle of Magical Dreams transformation and some adorable Hong Kong Disneyland 15th anniversary merchandise, now it’s time to venture over to the Disneyland … Read more

Performances of “The Jungle Book Jive” Reportedly Cancelled; Plans Unknown for The Lion King and Jungle Festival 2020 at Disneyland Paris

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The ‘all-swinging, all-dancing’ Lion King and Jungle Festival is one of the wildest and most exciting seasons to take place at Disneyland Paris. This year, it was scheduled to take place from June 20 – September 13, however with recent news updates and announcements, the future of the festival has been thrown into doubt. You … Read more

SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites Lake Buena Vista Extending Special Rates For Essential Lodgers During Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

While some Walt Disney World area hotels are closed due to concerns over the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, others are extending special rates for “essential lodgers” in need of a place to stay. The SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites Orlando Theme Parks Lake Buena Vista is offering accommodations for “essential lodgers” in need of a place to stay. The … Read more

Disney’s Buena Vista Construction Co. Lays Off Majority of Contractors During Extended Parks Closure; Work Expected to Resume Before Year’s End

With construction halted across Walt Disney World, Disney’s in-house construction firm, Buena Vista Construction Co., has laid off a majority of its contractors due to the ongoing COVID-related park closures. Those affected include bricklayers, carpenters, ironworkers, landscapers, painters, plumbers, and more. According to the Orlando Business Journal, Buena Vista Construction Co. informed the state that it … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Shanghai Disneyland Tests Social Distancing, shopDisney Faces Big Issues With Merchandise Releases, Re-Open Florida Task Force Meetings, and A “Frozen Ever After” Lawsuit

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from April 20-26. If you’ve been following our news coverage over the past few weeks, you’re … Read more

“Recycle With Mickey and Minnie” Downloadable Interactive Coloring Pages Now Available From Disneyland Paris

At-home activities are crucial during this time of quarantine, and keeping kids busy can be difficult at times. Disneyland Paris’ environment team partnered with the start-up Wakatoon last spring to launch an interactive coloring game for guests that combines play and creativity with an environmentally-friendly message. Today, they bring you an at-home, digital version of the … Read more

Online Check-In Will Be Required For Future Walt Disney World Resort Room Reservations Following COVID-19 Pandemic

With newly-implemented social distancing protocols already testing at Disney Parks abroad, it appears there’s some ongoing internal testing of potential new protocols for the hotel check-in process at Walt Disney World Resort. In a screenshot uploaded by @DisneyDragon on Twitter, a new prompt under the Online Check-In section of the My Disney Experience app states … Read more

Disneyland Paris Recognizes “Magic Keepers”, the Cast Members Maintaining the Resort’s Green Spaces During Park Closure

This month, Disneyland Paris took time to recognize some of the “Magic Keepers,” who continue to maintain the magic at the parks, even during this exceptional period. This includes a small group of cast members from the Nature and Environment team, who are taking care of our resort’s green spaces by tending to the thousands … Read more

PHOTOS: Ikspiari Shopping Complex Partially Reopened at Tokyo Disney Resort

While the Tokyo Disney Resort (including most of the Ikspiari) remains closed through at least mid-May 2020, three shops on the first level of Ikspiari reopened on April 13th. These three stores serve locals that live around the Maihama area – a pharmacy, grocery store, and dentist. From the Maihama Station/Resort Line level, it looks … Read more

Marvel Studios Shifts Release Dates for “Spider-Man 3”, “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness”, and “Thor: Love and Thunder”

Another slew of film release date changes have been implemented over at Marvel Studios today, with “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness”, “Thor: Love and Thunder”, and the upcoming “Spider-Man 3” film shifted around to accommodate the ever-fluctuating state of film releases amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Marvel Studios has moved up the “Thor: Love … Read more

Adventures by Disney Extends Flexible Cancellation Policy Through July 31

After cancelling most trips through May, followed by river cruises through June, Adventures by Disney has announced that, in an abundance of caution, most trips through the end of June have been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns. In addition, they’ve recently modified their date change and cancellation policy to allow guests to receive 100% credit … Read more

PHOTOS: Tokyo Disney Resort Icons Lit Blue in Honor of Medical Professionals

A couple of weeks ago, Disney Parks icons around the globe showed their solidarity with healthcare professionals during this trying time for World Health Day. This included park icons like Walt Disney World’s Cinderella Castle lit in blue. Now, the Tokyo Disney Resort has followed suit. Pictures of both Cinderella Castle at Tokyo Disneyland and … Read more

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