PHOTOS: Signs Enforcing Photos with Masks On Removed from The Magic Kingdom as Policy Changes

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Guests who have visited Walt Disney World Resort recently should be familiar with signs enforcing the mask mandate, even when taking photos. Two days ago, we reported that Walt Disney World would relax their COVID-19 mask mandate by allowing guests to take mask-less outdoor photos starting April 8. On our visit to Magic Kingdom park … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (4/5/21): Trader Sam Removed from Jungle Cruise, Galaxy’s Edge Construction Likely for Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser, Scaffolding Erected in Morocco Pavilion, 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 Monday, April 5, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: New Ground Markers Remind Guests to Wear Masks While Taking Pictures at Various Photo-Ops in EPCOT

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After seeing new signs limiting the number of guests at physical distancing markers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we found some new ground markers at EPCOT, urging guests to wear a mask while taking photos in front of various locations around the theme park, including in front of character topiaries. The new ground markings remind that … Read more

UPDATE: Walt Disney World is Not Currently Enforcing New Restaurant Face Mask Policy

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We reported last week that a brand new face mask policy was in place at Walt Disney World. The policy states that guests over 2 years of age must be wearing a face covering while “standing, waiting or sitting in dining locations” and at all times unless they are “actively eating or drinking”. This rule … Read more

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Updates Face Mask Policy for Restaurants to Require Guests to Wear a Mask Even at Their Table

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Walt Disney World has updated its face mask policy, affecting guests dining at the resort. Brooke Geiger McDonald reports that guests are now required to wear face coverings at their table, and may only be taken off “while actively eating and drinking.” The coverings must be worn at all other times, including standing, waiting and … Read more

Walt Disney World Updates Face Covering Requirements for Water Parks

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Walt Disney World has updated their face covering requirements for water parks ahead of Blizzard Beach reopening March 7, 2021. Face coverings will be required in designated areas for each Guest age 2 and up, including but not limited to the park entrance and exit, retail areas, and food and beverage ordering areas. Face coverings … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/26/20): Maskless Celebrity Family Photo Strikes Controversy, More Layoff Emails Sent, Disneyland 65th Anniversary Merchandise and Christmas Merchandise Released, 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 Monday, October 26, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more

Country Singer Jason Aldean Posts Maskless Family Photo at Walt Disney World, Sparking Discussion About Mask Enforcement in the Parks

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Country music singer Jason Aldean shared a picture of himself and his family at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this week in which none of them are wearing masks. Walt Disney World’s face covering guidelines state “Face coverings are required for all Guests (ages 2 and up) and Cast Members. Please bring your own face coverings and … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Parks Extend Hours on Weekends, Nighttime Spectaculars Return to Universal Studios Florida, Christmas Decorations Arrive, New “Harry Potter” Merchandise, and More

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Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from October 19 to October 25, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Florida “Strike Teams” have been … Read more

PHOTOS: New Safety Advisory Signs at Universal Orlando Resort Warn of Consequences for Maskless Guests

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The crowd isn’t the only thing on the increase at Universal Orlando Resort. Today we noticed new signs installed along the way to entrance points. The signs remind guests that they will be required to leave if they cannot follow face mask guidelines. The new sign is first seen next to the moving walkway. The … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 10/9/20 (Turret Scrims at “it’s a small world”, The Lunching Pad Reopens, New Face Mask Signage, and More)

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Hello from a beautiful day at the Magic Kingdom! We were excited to start a fun-filled holiday weekend here, and see what new things we could find. Let’s get started! Of course, we had to check in on the latest glow-up project going on in Walt Disney World—the Magic Kingdom Toll Plaza refurbishment. Not much … Read more

PHOTOS: Team Members Equipped with New Face Mask Reminder Signs at Universal Studios Florida

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Team Members at Universal Studios Florida have new handheld signs to remind guests they must always be wearing a face mask and maintaining social distancing. This sign proclaims “We are all in this together!” Despite Governor DeStantis moving Florida into “Phase 3,” Orange County still requires face masks. Universal’s policy states guests must wear them … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Rise of the Resistance Glitches, Fall Decorations, EPCOT Construction, Maskless Man, Mandalorian Emmys, and More

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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 September 14 to September 20, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Tour the Magic Kingdom with us … Read more

Disneyland Resort Modifies Face Covering Requirements, Excluding Coverings With Valves, Mesh, or Holes

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The Disneyland Resort has once again modified its face covering policy. The resort now specifically excludes face coverings with valves, mesh material, or holes from being worn by guests. The rule change comes just a day after Walt Disney World enacted the same restriction. Below is the current policy, as of the writing of this … Read more

PHOTO: Resort Signage Updated to Reflect Exclusion of Face Masks with Exhalation Valves After Policy Change at Walt Disney World

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Just a day after Walt Disney World modified its face covering policy to exclude masks with valves, new signage reflecting the changes has been erected at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Similar signage has also begun to pop up at the theme parks, including at EPCOT: The signage reads as follows: Face coverings are … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Clarifies Face Mask Policy; Bans Masks with Valves or Holes

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Since the opening of Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, many guests have been confused about the official face-covering policy. Many wondered things like, “can I wear a gaiter mask to a theme park?” It appears the policy has officially be clarified, and Disney is now banning masks with valves or holes. As it reads … Read more