Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Fun Spot Orlando pass county COVID-19 inspections
The unannounced visits determine whether theme parks are complying with Orange County, Florida's rules on face masks and physical distancing.
Fun Spot America owner downplayed COVID-19 safety concerns: ‘I have no fear of this virus’
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
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
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
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
An Orange County team found both parks to be in compliance with county rules on face masks and physical distancing.
Fun Spot Orlando given failing grades on COVID-19 safety in secret shopper reports
The reports obtained by Theme Park Tribune found many Fun Spot guests were not wearing masks after Orange County, Florida's mask mandate went into effect.
This Orlando theme park owner spread anti-face mask misinformation. Now his parks require masks
Fun Spot America owner John Arie shared posts on Facebook that falsely claimed face masks could cause a harmful buildup of carbon dioxide and oxygen deprivation.
Yes, Disney World and Universal Orlando can require guests to wear face masks
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the debate over face masks has become the latest symbol of the country’s partisan divide — and theme parks aren’t immune.