Walt Disney World Phased Reopening Plans Submitted

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While it has been months of speculation and uncertainty regarding guests returning to Disney Parks, Walt Disney World has now submitted plans for a phased reopening to the Florida Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force.

Disney has stated they plan to manage the theme parks in a very different way from what they've known before, and will be focusing on park operations that are responsible while still giving guests opportunities to create magic Disney memories.

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Many details have still yet to be unveiled, but here's what we know so far:

• Magic Kingdom and Disney's Animal Kingdom will be opening to the general public July 11th
• Disney's Hollywood Studios and Epcot will be opening to the general public July 15th
• Attendance will be managed through a park reservation system, requiring all guests to obtain a reservation for park entry in advance
• “High-touch” experiences such as makeover opportunities, playgrounds and character meet and greets will remain temporarily unavailable
• Parades, fireworks, and other events that may compromise social distancing recommendations will be suspended until further notice
• Cast Members and guests 3 years of age and older will be required to wear appropriate face coverings in theme parks and common areas of resort hotels
• Cast Members and guests will undergo temperature screenings prior to entering theme parks
• Cashless transactions are recommended and cleaning and disinfection procedures will be increased in high-traffic areas
• New ticket sales will be paused, however, existing ticket holders and Annual Passholders will be able to make reservation requests prior to new tickets being sold
• New Disney Resort reservations will be paused and focus will be made on guests with existing reservations, Disney Vacation Club members can still make new reservations
• Disney Vacation Club resorts at Walt Disney World will reopen to members and guests and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will begin to reopen on June 22nd
• Disney Vacation Club resorts in Vero Beach, Florida, and Hilton Head, South Carolina, will open to members and guests starting on June 15th

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More information is sure to come as the proposed reopening dates draw nearer. Disney Springs recently reopened for guests with similar face covering and temperature screening requirements.

Source: Disney Parks Blog