Fun Spot America owner downplayed COVID-19 safety concerns: ‘I have no fear of this virus’ John Gregory 11/30/2020 Orlando Tourism, Other Theme Parks E-mails from Fun Spot's owner denying the severity of the pandemic preceded the Orlando park failing multiple inspections on COVID-19 safety.
Fun Spot Orlando fails 4th inspection on face mask enforcement; SeaWorld, Disney’s Magic Kingdom pass John Gregory 10/26/2020 Disney World, Other Theme Parks, SeaWorld/Busch Orange County said, "Our Strike team is planning to meet with Fun Spot management to find a solution.”
Orange County health officer flagged COVID-19 concerns about Fun Spot as early as June John Gregory 10/22/2020 Orlando Tourism, Other Theme Parks The email came more than a month before the first Orange County inspection of Fun Spot's Orlando location.
Theme park news: Disney World face mask update / Fun Spot mask violations / ‘Open Disneyland’ rally John Gregory 10/16/2020 Disney World, Disneyland, Other Theme Parks Disney World is asking guests who can't wear a face mask to reschedule their visits for a later date.
SeaWorld, Aquatica Orlando pass surprise COVID-19 inspection, county says John Gregory 09/03/2020 SeaWorld/Busch An Orange County team found both parks to be in compliance with county rules on face masks and physical distancing.
Epcot guest charged with hitting Disney guard over face mask rule John Gregory 08/26/2020 Disney World The man allegedly hit a security guard after being told one of his kids was wearing an improper mask.
Brick or Treat returns to Legoland Florida this October John Gregory 08/21/2020 Legoland The event will run on weekends in October, but be warned: costume masks don't meet Legoland's face mask requirements.
New Disney World face mask policy: No valves, neck gaiters, bandanas John Gregory 07/26/2020 Disney World The new policy also bans face coverings with mesh material, which have become a favorite of anti-maskers.
Theme park news: Face mask loophole closed / Volcano Bay injury / Knott’s event extended John Gregory 07/21/2020 Disney World, Knott's, Universal “You may remove your face covering while actively eating or drinking, but you should be stationary and maintain appropriate physical distancing," Disney's updated policy states.