CDC Expected to Extend Mask Requirement on Public Transportation by Two Weeks

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expected to extend the requirement for passengers to use face masks on public transportation, according to the Associated Press. The rule will reportedly be extended for two weeks through May 3. Previously, the requirement was set to expire on April 18. The reason for the extension is … Read more

BREAKING: Face Masks Now Optional on Disney Skyliner

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Face masks are now optional for fully vaccinated guests on the Disney Skyliner at Walt Disney World. Face masks have been optional in most locations at Walt Disney World for fully vaccinated guests for the past month. Masks were still required on transportation but are now listed as optional on the Disney Skyliner. Masks are … Read more

PHOTOS: Indoor Face Mask Requirement Now in Effect at Universal Orlando Resort

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With COVID-19 cases rapidly increasing in Florida, Universal Orlando Resort is now requiring all guests to wear face coverings indoors, regardless of their vaccination status. With the rule going into effect today, signage notifying guests of the policy change is now in place. We’ve already spotted a collection of signs at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/18/21): Disney Genie+ and Lightning Lane Replace FastPass and MaxPass, Masks Optional for Outdoor Attractions at Walt Disney World, and More

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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 Wednesday, August 18, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 7/30/21 (Face Coverings Required Again at All Indoor Locations, Re-Imagined Club Cool and Creations Shop Race Toward Opening, Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Gets a New Sign, and More)

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Hallo, Ciao, or simply hello! Welcome to another gorgeous day at EPCOT! Come along with us as we uncover the many surprises that this beloved park has in store for us today. Let’s jump in! Guests are now required to wear face coverings at all indoor locations throughout Walt Disney World. Just over a month … Read more

Los Angeles County to Require All Residents to Wear Face Coverings Indoors Beginning Sunday, July 18

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Effective July 17 at 11:59 p.m. PT, all residents in Los Angeles County will be required to wear face coverings indoors, regardless of their vaccination status, according to “Deadline.” The announcement was made by the county’s Public Health Officer, Dr. Muntu Davis. The recent numbers put the county, home to Universal Studios Hollywood, in the … Read more

BREAKING: Fully Vaccinated Guests Not Required to Wear Face Coverings at Disneyland Starting Tomorrow

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Beginning June 15, fully vaccinated Disneyland guests will no longer be required to wear a mask indoors or outdoors. This policy goes into place the day that the state of California is adopting the CDC’s updated guidelines stating those who have been vaccinated do not need to wear masks or practice physical distancing. Guests ages … Read more

Face Shields No Longer Required for Any Cast Members at Walt Disney World

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Face shields are no longer required for Walt Disney World Cast Members in any position. This announcement comes after the news that face masks will no longer be required for fully vaccinated guests beginning June 15. Select Cast Members were required to wear face shields depending on their job position since the parks reopened last … Read more

BREAKING: Face Masks Optional In Most Locations Starting June 15th at Walt Disney World

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Starting June 15, face coverings will be optional for fully vaccinated Guests in most areas at Walt Disney World Resort.  Face coverings will still be required for all Guests on Disney transportation, including Disney buses, monorails, and the Disney Skyliner. They will not be required on boats and ferries. While Disney will not require proof of vaccination, they … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Orlando Resort Reportedly Will No Longer Require Masks Indoors

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Safety measures related to the COVID-19 pandemic at theme parks have been changing on a weekly basis as of late. First, temperature checks were removed and physical distancing requirements reduced to three feet. Then, the mandate for face coverings to be worn while outdoors was relaxed less than two weeks ago. Now, it’s being reported … Read more

Cast Members Still Required to Wear Face Coverings When Outdoors at Walt Disney World

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With the massive announcement this evening that Walt Disney World would no longer require face coverings in many outdoor areas for guests, it was not immediately addressed how this change would impact Cast Members. Despite a recent loosening of the policy on face shields, today’s change on face coverings outdoors is not being extended to … Read more

CDC To Update Guidelines Allowing Vaccinated People to Go Maskless Indoors

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will reportedly issue guidance later today that states people who are fully vaccinated do not need to wear masks indoors in some instances. Reportedly, the updated guidance will no longer state that fully vaccinated people need to wear masks in crowded outdoor spaces. As for indoor spaces, … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 4/28/21 (Anniversary Sign Hardware Installed On Cinderella Castle, “Jungle Cruise” Hut Removed, EPCOT Monorail Entrance Painted, New Loungefly Wristlet, and More)

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Hello from a bright and beautiful day at the Magic Kingdom! It wasn’t the craziest day we’ve had in a park, but we still found some exciting things to show you. Let’s get started! While passing through the Transportation and Ticket Center on our way to the park, we noticed that the EPCOT monorail entrance … Read more

PHOTOS: New Adjustable Cloth Face Masks Debut at Disneyland Resort

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While cloth face masks were first released by Disney last year, an adjustable version resembling the face coverings that Cast Members wear has debuted at Downtown Disney District. These face coverings feature adjustable pulls around the ears, an extended nose pinch to the face, and—if crafted like the Cast Member coverings—are made of a lightweight, … Read more

PHOTOS: New Popeye, Hello Kitty, and Betty Boop Face Coverings Available at Universal Orlando Resort

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Just last week we found new face coverings hit the shelves around Universal’s Islands of Adventure. We’ve now discovered even more designs featuring some classic characters. Popeye the Sailor “100% American” Face Covering – $8.00 Popeye the Sailor shows off his “100% American” pride on this face covering as he poses in front of an … Read more

Walt Disney World Under Fire for Denying Access to Rapper’s Autistic Cousin Without Face Mask

Since Walt Disney World reopened its theme parks last summer, there have been many incidents regarding guests not wearing the required face masks, including most recently a man being arrested for spitting on a Cast Member. Now rapper Joey Bada$$ (Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott) has posted a video on Instagram of Cast Members at the Transportation … Read more