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.
Orange County Mayor may ask Disney World to “reevaluate” reopening if COVID-19 outbreaks are tied to theme parks
Mayor Jerry Demings also said there's no indications that other reopened theme parks caused an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Disneyland proposes phased reopening starting in July
Under this plan, the resort’s theme parks, Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure would reopen on July 17 — Disneyland’s 65th birthday.
COVID-19 notes: Universal to present reopening plan / Icon Park reopens / Rumored Disney cuts
The plans, which will be detailed to the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force, could include a projected date for reopening the resort’s theme parks while the coronavirus pandemic continues.
COVID-19 suggestions for Orlando theme parks leave gaps in guest, employee safety
Infectious disease experts that spoke to Orlando Rising found problems with the policies proposed by the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force.
Orlando theme parks will be ‘judged by the marketplace’ on COVID-19 reopening
Theme parks are not included in Florida's first phase of reopening, but Orange County's task force plans on letting them welcome guests again at their own discretion.
Coronavirus notes: Orlando theme park reopening suggestions / Disney construction layoffs
Suggestions for theme parks from the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force include mandatory masks and temperature checks for employees and limiting park capacity.
Universal Orlando confirms it’s ‘looking at’ building new theme park
One of the worst-kept secrets in the theme park industry has now been publicly acknowledged by Comcast, the parent company of Universal Orlando, as it said its “looking at” building “a new gate in Florida.”
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