WDWNT Daily Recap (5/21/21): Vehicle Hits Monorail Track, Disneyland to End Temperature Screenings, Relaxation Stations Removed from Disney World, Theme Park Hours Updated, 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 Friday, May 21, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Disneyland Confirms Only California Residents Will Be Allowed in Theme Parks Upon Reopening

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Although vaccinated out-of-state visitors are allowed to visit California theme parks according to state guidelines, they will not yet be allowed in Disneyland Resort theme parks. Only California residents will be able to visit Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure when they reopen on April 30, and they must provide proof of residency along with … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Studios Hollywood Reopening to California Residents April 16, 2021

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After being closed for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Universal Studios Hollywood will be reopening on April 16, 2021. Park tickets will be available online starting April 8. Currently, only California residents will be allowed in the park. This is the same as Disneyland, which is reopening April 30. There will be … Read more

California Releases Revised Theme Park Guidelines; Requires Outdoor Queuing, Allows Face Covering Exemptions

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New COVID-19 guidance for theme parks has been released by the State of California. The 13-page document details the state’s expectations for theme parks like Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Universal Studios Hollywood. Five key prevention practices are outlined. physical distancing to the maximum extent possible use of face coverings by workers (where respiratory protection … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/20/20): Major Disneyland Reopening News and Backlash to the New Guidelines, Progress on France Pavilion Expansion at EPCOT, Universal Beijing Resort Concept Art, 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 Tuesday, October 20, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more

California Attractions and Parks Association Calls Reopening Guidelines a “Keep Theme Parks Closed Indefinitely” Plan

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In the wake of the announcement of theme park reopening plans for the state of California, a number of businesses affected have spoken out in protest, from Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock’s scathing response, to some harrowing remarks from the Mayor of Anaheim. Now, the California Attractions and Parks Association has issued a statement regarding … Read more

BREAKING: California Announces Theme Park Reopening Plans, Disneyland Can Reopen in Yellow Tier at 25% Capacity

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During today’s COVID-19 briefing, California Health and Human Services Secretary, Dr. Mark Ghaly, finally gave an update on long-awaited theme park reopening guidances. Dr. Ghaly spoke on the visits made to currently-open theme parks, like Walt Disney World, remarking on higher-risk and lower-risk settings that were analyzed by their team: The theme park industry has been … Read more

“Open Disneyland” Rally Planned on October 17th as Resort Awaits Reopening Guidelines

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While the Disneyland Resort awaits reopening guidelines from the state of California, a rally is being planned to put pressure on Governor Gavin Newsom. The “Open Disneyland” rally will be held on Saturday, October 17th at 8:00 AM local time. Disney fans, executives, Cast Members and California state legislators are expected to gather at the … Read more

California’s Secretary of Health and Human Services Says There’s “No Promise of a Specific Date” for Theme Park Reopening Guidelines

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It seems that the fight to reopen California’s theme and amusement parks has no deadline for a conclusion. In a press conference earlier today, the state’s Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. Mark Ghaly, stated that there’s “no promise of a specific date” for new reopening guidelines. The conference also mentioned that a new … Read more

Orange County Health Care Agency Recommends Disneyland Resort Parks Reopen

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While Disneyland and Disney California Adventure await new reopening guidelines from the State of California, one local agency has given its own recommendation on the matter. According to The Orange County Register‘s Brady MacDonald, the Orange County Health Care Agency has recommended that the parks reopen at 25% capacity once the county, which is home … Read more

Governor Newsom Wouldn’t Answer Question About Disneyland Reopening in Press Conference

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Just days after California Governor Gavin Newsom postponed the long-awaited reopening guidelines for theme parks in the state, it seems little progress has been publicly made. In Monday’s press conference, Governor Newsom ignored a question from the Associated Press’ Adam Beam about when Disneyland could reopen, and instead focused on the second part of Beam’s … Read more

Disneyland Resort, Universal Studios Hollywood and Other California Theme Parks Push Back on State’s Draft Reopening Plan; Parks Would Open No Earlier than November Under Current Plan

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The Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood are pushing back against California Governor Gavin Newsom’s theme park reopening plan, which was postponed earlier today. According to The Orange County Register‘s Brady MacDonald, California Health and Human Services Secretary Mark Ghaly stated: “Given the size and operational complexities of these unique sectors, we are seeking additional … Read more

Orange County Removed from COVID-19 Watch List; Could Be Good News for Disneyland Reopening

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Orange County in California has been moved off the watch list for COVID-19, following a downward trend of cases in the county. As the tweet from the City of Anaheim above states, being removed from the watchlist means: there’s a sign of progress, but no changes will be made right away the county must remain … Read more

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

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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

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings “Fairly Comfortable” with Walt Disney World’s Reopening Plan

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Just ahead of the parks of Walt Disney World reopening to the public, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings says that he’s “fairly comfortable” with the resort’s reopening plan. In the Orange County COVID-19 Update press conference on Monday, Mayor Demings referred to the measures Disney is taking to contain any possible spread of the virus, … Read more

Phased Reopening Approved for Downtown Disney District, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel

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While Disneyland Resort announced their plans for a phased reopening, they were still waiting approval from local and state government to officially open. As of today, the Disneyland website has now updated to reflect the approved reopening of Downtown Disney District on July 9, and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier … Read more