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4 Ways The White House Vaccine Mandate Could Affect Your Disney World Trip

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To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit.

The COVID-19 pandemic has continued to develop, and rules and regulations have changed with it.

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Over the past year, mask rules have changed, vaccines have become available to more individuals, and we’ve kept an eye out for updates on COVID-19 numbers in Florida. Recently, the White House announced some new policies when it comes to COVID-19, vaccines, and testing. How could these policies affect your Disney World trip? We’re breaking down what you need to know right here.

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How the Delta Variant is Impacting the Florida Tourism Industry

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To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit.

 

The global pandemic continues to impact the tourism industry in Florida.

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The rise of COVID-19 case numbers in Florida, and around the country, due to the delta variant has been met by the CDC issuing new mask recommendations and travel restrictions remaining in place. Masks are required again indoors at Disney World and all Disney employees must get a COVID vaccine. Now, we’re seeing a slight decline in tourism in Florida due to the high case numbers.

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Orlando International Airport Expected to Exceed Pre-Pandemic Crowd Levels This Weekend

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Crowds at Disney World have been surprisingly low for this time of year, and there are many things we could attribute to that.

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Between kids going back to school, the Delta variant, and the upcoming 50th anniversary we can see why the parks have been less busy as of late. However, that may not last much longer. [Read more…]

E.U. Removes U.S. from Safe Travel List Due to Covid Concerns

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Things continue to change in regard to the global pandemic.

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Indoor mask recommendations are back, mask and vaccination requirements have been seen in select locations around the U.S., and new case numbers have broken records in places like Florida. Now, there is an update on international travel for tourists from the United States.

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We Asked Our Readers If They Feel Safe Bringing Kids to Disney World. Here’s What They Said.

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The global pandemic remains a fluid situation when it comes to Disney World vacations.

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When the parks first opened, face masks were required at almost all times, social distancing markers were all over the place, and there was limited capacity in the parks. Most of those things have gradually faded away as things began to shift nationally and vaccines became widely available. But recently, safety measures like face masks were put back into place, regardless of vaccination status.

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U.S. is Extending the Mask Mandate for Airplanes and More

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Face mask policies have changed several times since the beginning of the pandemic.

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When Disney World reopened, masks were required at all times (except when eating or drinking while stationary), then they were gradually phased out. However, recently masks were reinstated as a requirement for all guests while indoors to follow along with the CDC’s current mask recommendations. Now, we have an update about mask requirements for travelers on public transportation in the U.S.

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Disney CEO Comments on the Delta Variant and Its Impact on the Parks

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Today the Disney Company held an earnings call, during which they shared information about the third quarter financials for the 2021 fiscal year.

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During the call, various Disney representatives and officials commented on capacity and attendance levels in the parks, announced a new Disney+ day, and talked about the Genie planning app. Disney CEO Bob Chapek also made some comments about the future of Disney with the COVID-19 Delta variant and the potential impact it could have on the company. And now we’re breaking down what you need to know about his comments.

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BREAKING: Disney Employees Now Required to Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine

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A lot has changed in a short amount of time regarding the pandemic and Disney.

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While many restaurants and rides are reopening, masks are now back to being required for everyone at indoor locations in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland after the CDC changed mask guidelines. And now, Disney just announced that they will be requiring all employees to get vaccinated for COVID-19.

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How Could the Delta Variant Impact Your Disney World Vacation?

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The situation with COVID-19 has continued to change and develop over the past year, months, weeks, and even days.

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We’ve shared updates about the COVID-19 numbers in Florida and updates on Disney World’s mask rules to make sure you’re best prepared for your trips. One thing you’ve likely heard a lot about over the past few weeks is the Delta variant. What is the Delta variant? How could it impact your trip to Disney World? We’re breaking down the information you need to know here.

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NEWS: The Latest COVID-19 Case Numbers and Updates in Florida

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Over the past few months, things have greatly changed in Florida (and throughout the U.S. and the world) when it comes to COVID-19 and health/safety restrictions.

Disney World Health and Safety Signage | May 2021

Distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine has continued throughout the U.S., masks are now optional in Disney World in most places for fully vaccinated guests, distancing measures have been reduced in the parks, and other changes have been made. Orange County, Florida (where part of Disney World is located) also eliminated its mask mandate after reaching certain milestones. So, what do COVID-19 case rate numbers and vaccination rates look like in Florida right now? We’re breaking down all the latest information here.

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