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Will Disney World Reopen to Florida Residents First? Here’s What We Know.

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If you're looking for information related to the current closures and their effect on the Disney Parks, click here for all the up-to-date details and click here for answers to dozens of reader FAQs.

 

When Disney World re-opens will Florida residents be the first guests back inside the parks?

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The Disney World parks have been closed since March 16th, and the closure is currently set to remain in place “until further notice.” But now that both state and local governments have created task forces to discuss the re-opening of businesses, we’re getting a glimpse into what Disney World might look like when it re-opens. When the gates do open, will Florida residents be the first guests allowed in the parks? Here’s what we know so far.

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NEWS: Required Temperature Checks for Guests and More Health Protocol Confirmed When Disney Springs Reopens May 20

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As Disney Springs prepares to begin its partial reopen on May 20, Cast Members are starting to return to work.

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The nearly 120 Custodial Cast Members that return to work on Friday May 15 will experience a new health protocol that will be a part of every Guest and Cast Member experience starting on May 20.

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NEWS! Opening Date Revealed For Disney-Owned Shops and Restaurants in Disney Springs

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Disney has already shared that Disney Springs will partially reopen on May 20th. This phased reopening includes select third-party locations.

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Now, we’re seeing reports that Disney locations may be reopening seven days later.

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Reservation Availability Does Not Indicate Park Reopening, Says Disney World Senior VP

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We’ve been closely following the discussions going on from the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force in Florida.

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Specifically, the Reopening Business workgroup is of interest thanks to the fact that Thomas Mazloum, Disney World senior vice president, is on the committee. They’ve discussed the reopening of the Orlando theme parks several times, and today it came up in conversation once again.

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NEWS: YeSake in Disney Springs Will Reopen May 20th in Disney World

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May 20th is a HUGE date for Disney Fans, as Disney Springs has announced that some  stores and restaurants will be reopening that day — starting Disney World’s phased reopening.

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A limited number of third-party (e.g. NOT Disney) owned and operated outlets will open that day, implementing increased health and safety protocols for guests and workers. These range from local darling Wine Bar George to STK and Erin McKenna’s NYC Bakery, and now we’ve got another one to add to the list!

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Analyst Predicts Disney World Could Reopen in Late July

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If you're looking for information related to the current closures and their effect on the Disney Parks, click here for all the up-to-date details and click here for answers to dozens of reader FAQs.

Disney World recently sent out guest surveys about the parks and announced new precautions for future visitors.

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Although Disney World is still closed until further notice, analysts predict the parks could be open as early as July.

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8 Disney World Changes the Reopen Florida Task Force Has Discussed So Far

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We’re inching slowly closer to a possible reopening of the Disney World theme parks, so we’re starting to think about what that might look like.

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And we’re not the only ones! Florida put together the Re-Open Florida Task Force, with representation by Disney World president Josh D’Amaro, to visualize the sort of health and safety measures that will be necessary to reopen the state. Many of the already-discussed measures apply to Disney World and we’re looking at what these might mean for YOUR next Disney trip!

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Breaking News! Disney World Begins A Phased Reopening on May 20th With Disney Springs

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Disney has just announced they’re moving forward with plans to reopen parts of Disney Spring in less than two weeks!

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After Disney World closed as a safety precaution for guests, Disney Springs followed suit by shutting down its stores and restaurants. Now we’ve just learned Disney plans to open a limited number of locations during what they’re referring to as “the initial phase.”

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News: Theme Parks Around the World Are Reopening And Here’s What We’re Learning.

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A lot like the world is has been shut down in response to the global health crisis.

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The Disney Parks weren’t the only theme parks to shutter up for the safety of guests! Theme parks around the world have seen lengthy closures and some, like Disney Parks around the world, have remained closed longer than they ever have before.

Now, many of these parks are starting to reopen or at least develop a plan to do so. As Disney looks to reopen Shanghai Disneyland likely followed by the other parks, what can we learn from the measures that non-Disney parks are taking?

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Disney Explores Opening Retail and Dining Locations Before Theme Parks

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In a letter from the Disney Parks Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Pamela Hymel, today, several issues relating to the reopening of the Disney theme parks was addressed.

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One of the most compelling was the confirmation that Disney is indeed exploring the option of opening their retail and dining locations (e.g. Disney Springs in Disney World and Downtown Disney in Disneyland as well as resorts and shops in some hotels, potentially) before they reopen the Theme Parks proper.

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