From Disney Cruise Line Our team at Disney Cruise Line remains focused on the health and well-being of our guests and team members. We are carefully reviewing the guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and working together with industry partners on a path to resuming operations. As we continue to refine … Continue reading Disney Extends Cruise Suspensions
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Super Tips for an Incredible Visit to Walt Disney World Resort
From Disney Parks Blog Our favorite family of Supers is back and they’re sharing some incredible advice for a healthy and safe experience during your next visit to the Walt Disney World Resort. Today, Mr. Incredible, Mrs. Incredible and their adorable kids show us that safety really is incredible when everyone works together. Just like the Incredibles, … Continue reading Super Tips for an Incredible Visit to Walt Disney World Resort
Orlando man charged with hitting a Disney security guard during fight over COVID-19 mask rule
From Orlando Sentinel An Orlando man struck an Epcot security guard when he was reminded to follow the theme park’s mask rules, an Orange County sheriff’s report says, the first known crime report involving such a confrontation at Disney World. Enrico Toro, 35, is accused of hitting the guard in the head and threatening to … Continue reading Orlando man charged with hitting a Disney security guard during fight over COVID-19 mask rule
Disney theme parks take $3.5 billion hit due to coronavirus
From WESH LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Disney said Tuesday afternoon that its theme parks division took a $3.5 billion hit due to the coronavirus pandemic. Disney Parks reported an 85% decline in revenue this quarter compared to last year, and the company said it believes the total negative impact of COVID-19 on parks this … Continue reading Disney theme parks take $3.5 billion hit due to coronavirus
No outbreaks associated with Florida theme parks, health officials say
From WFLA County health officials in Florida say they are not seeing any coronavirus outbreaks associated with reopening of theme parks. Walt Disney World re-opened earlier this month, while Universal and SeaWorld reopened in June. Orange County Public Health officials have been working with the parks to monitor any cases or outbreaks, and they have … Continue reading No outbreaks associated with Florida theme parks, health officials say
Hong Kong Disneyland to close July 15 as coronavirus cases spike
From CNBC Hong Kong Disneyland will once again shutter its gates after a spike of new coronavirus cases in Hong Kong. The park had reopened less than a month ago after closing in January during the first surge of Covid-19 cases in the region. Guests and staff were required to wear face masks, social distance … Continue reading Hong Kong Disneyland to close July 15 as coronavirus cases spike
Governor extends Florida’s state of emergency by 60 days
From Wesh2 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Gov. Ron Desantis has issued an executive order extending Florida's state of emergency due to the coronavirus for another 60 days. The state of emergency was first issued in mid-March. DeSantis said at the time the declaration would bring the state funds that would help Florida mobilize resources more effectively. … Continue reading Governor extends Florida’s state of emergency by 60 days
A Message about Disney Parks from Chief Medical Officer Dr. Pamela Hymel
From Disney Parks Blog Dear Guests, As you may have heard at Disney’s Q2 FY20 Earnings Results Webcast, our CEO Bob Chapek announced that Shanghai Disney Resort will begin the phased reopening of Shanghai Disneyland on May 11 – an encouraging sign for Disney parks and retail locations all over the world. After so much time at … Continue reading A Message about Disney Parks from Chief Medical Officer Dr. Pamela Hymel
Disney Cruise Line Cancels More Sailings
Disney Cruise Line announces this morning that more cruises are being suspended due to the Covid-19 outbreak. Check below to see if your sailing was impacted. All Departures Through June 18, 2020, Disney Magic Sailings through July 2, 2020 and Vancouver Sailings Until the End of June 2020Disney Cruise Line is aware that the U.S. … Continue reading Disney Cruise Line Cancels More Sailings
Ann Sullivan, Disney Animator Behind ‘The Little Mermaid’ and ‘The Lion King,’ Dies at 91
From Hollywood Reporter Ann Sullivan, the longtime animator who worked on iconic Disney films including The Little Mermaidand The Lion King, has died. She was 91. Sullivan died from complications due to COVID-19, her retirement community, the Woodland Hills-based campus of the Motion Picture and Television Fund, confirmed Monday to The Hollywood Reporter. Sullivan is the third member … Continue reading Ann Sullivan, Disney Animator Behind ‘The Little Mermaid’ and ‘The Lion King,’ Dies at 91