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Disney CEO Bob Chapek States Guest Satisfaction at Parks is Higher Now Compared to Pre-Pandemic

March 21, 2021 Danielle

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During an interview with Bloomberg‘s Emily Chang, Disney CEO Bob Chapek discussed the improvement of guest satisfaction when Disney Parks reopened worldwide. Chapek stated that guest satisfaction scores have improved since Disney Parks have reopened, explaining that guests are more satisfied than they were prior to the pandemic. Our guest satisfaction scores since we’ve reopened … Read more

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Theme Parks Now Operating at 35% Capacity

November 12, 2020November 12, 2020 Jessica Figueroa

Disney CEO Bob Chapek has confirmed that the Walt Disney World theme parks are currently operating at 35% capacity, increased from 25%. This was made possible due to innovations in attraction operations while maintaining health and safety guidelines. Examples of this include the installation of plexiglass dividers at most attractions, including Star Wars: Rise of the … Read more

VIDEO: To Visit or Not? – Park Fans Discuss Pandemic Choices in “Small World”

October 5, 2020 Jessica Figueroa

When Walt Disney World reopened after their COVID-19 lock down, many fans had to make hard decisions about when they would once again enter the parks. Recently, The New Yorker has released a short documentary that takes a look at this predicament entitled “Small World.” The film is directed by Jonathan Napolitano and has WDWNT’s … Read more

EDITORIAL: 10 Tips for Social Distancing at Disney Parks You’ve Not Been Told

July 19, 2020 Nathan Hartman

With the official reopening of the Disney theme parks in Florida, many fans are weighing the pros and cons of venturing out for a mask-covered day at their favorite magical destination. This is, without a doubt, a personal choice and one that comes with assessing the risk to, not only one’s self, but those around … Read more

EDITORIAL: What Disney Has Taught Us About Surviving a Pandemic

May 16, 2020 Amy Stone

Disney always holds the promise and potential of perfection, but often, it’s our resourcefulness in the face of the unexpected that helps us achieve the desired result. Now that we’re living through an unprecedented time of unanticipated circumstances, we’re finding ourselves applying many of the lessons we’ve learned from trying to make the best of … Read more

Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates World Health Day By Showing Gratitude To Medical Professionals

April 7, 2020 Trader Ted

When Shanghai Disney Resort temporarily closed on January 25th, Disney fans across the globe feared the worst, and for good reason. Shanghai Disney Resort was the first park to close its gates due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, followed by Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Tokyo Disney Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Paris, and Walt Disney World … Read more