The 9 BIG Updates From Walt Disney World (and Beyond) This Week (May 10-16, 2021)
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84% Of Our Readers “So Happy” Mask Mandate Removed Outside At Walt Disney World
See the results and read a selection of comments on this week’s Big Debate…
SeaWorld Orlando Becomes Final Major Central Florida Park to Lift Mask Requirement
Mere moments after Walt Disney World lifted their outdoor mask requirement, SeaWorld Orlando became the final major theme park in Orlando to lift outdoor mask requirements.
Walt Disney World Removes Mask Mandate for Outdoor Spaces
Walt Disney World has followed Universal Orlando Resort in regards to their mask policy, confirming that masks will no longer be required for outdoor areas, effective May 15
Universal Orlando Resort Removes Mask Mandate Outdoors
The policy will go into effect tomorrow, Saturday, May 15th. Universal has already changed its mask guidelines on its website…
Hersheypark Removes Mask Requirement For Vaccinated Guests
At this time, the park is still requiring guests who are not vaccinated (including those who are 12 and under) to wear masks
Life Finds A Way: A Brief History of Jurassic Park and Universal Parks
Jurassic Park: The Ride was only a matter of time.
Disneyland Replacing Annual Passes with “Loyalty” Repeat Visitor Program
a new “park loyalty and affinity program” was being designed for Disneyland resort that would be a “frequent visitor program”, encouraging multiple visits from local guests.
Disney Confirms it is Raising Theme Park Capacity
Disney CEO Bob Chapek has confirmed today that Walt Disney World has already started to raise theme park capacity, and will continue to increase guest levels as the CDC continues to issue COVID-19 health and safety guidance. Chapek didn’t offer any specific capacity numbers, just saying that Disney has already raised the previously announced 35% capacity…
Disney Expands Use of Virtual Queue System
Disney has begun testing a “hybrid” virtual and physical queue