News Disney mask policy at Walt Disney World theme parks

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Disney to relax mask policy at Walt Disney World theme parks

For the first time since reopening in July 2020, Disney is loosening its mask policy at Walt Disney World.

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[themarchhare]

The beginning of the end.

Light at the end of the tunnel, y'all!

 

[HairyChest]

Wooohooo! Now give me a “Masks not required outdoors” by memorial weekend and I’ll be happy.

 

[donsullivan]

The Orange County Mayor said yesterday that based on current rate of vaccination he thinks he may be able to drop the countywide mask mandate some time in June. That will trigger some interesting challenges for Disney who will likely want to stay a little stricter but if the county removes the mandate enforcement is likely to get a lot more contentious.

 

[CJR]

The hard part is finding a place where you can be socially distant.

 

[Horizons '83]

The Orange County Mayor said yesterday that based on current rate of vaccination he thinks he may be able to drop the countywide mask mandate some time in June. That will trigger some interesting challenges for Disney who will likely want to stay a little stricter but if the county removes the mandate enforcement is likely to get a lot more contentious.

But as a private company, they can require whatever they want whenever, correct? I think Disney will be following CDC guidelines (to cover their own tails) vs. local decisions.

 

[gorillaball]

But as a private company, they can require whatever they want whenever, correct? I think Disney will be following CDC guidelines (to cover their own tails) vs. local decisions.

And only a fraction of the visitors to WDW have any idea what the county requirements are.

 

[tirian]

I disagree with this decision, but I’m also not in charge!

I’m glad vaccines are widely available in most places. Let’s hope that WDW can soon host entertainment again!

 

[donsullivan]

But as a private company, they can require whatever they want whenever, correct? I think Disney will be following CDC guidelines (to cover their own tails) vs. local decisions.

They absolutely can (and probably will) maintain a higher standard if they choose. The challenge will be, if the county drops their mandate the pushback will likely get a bit more challenging.

 

[ToTBellHop]

Wooohooo! Now give me a “Masks not required outdoors” by memorial weekend and I’ll be happy.

I doubt that soon. The next change will pertain to eating. Perhaps no masks outdoors by July 4.

 

[Stupido]

This should be interesting. With more and more people being vaccinated daily, more and more people will feel more comfortable coming back to the parks, making social distancing harder and harder. I really hope that Disney starts mandating proof of vaccination or a negative rapid test before rolling back any more mask mandates.

 

[SpectroMagician]

Awesome to hear! If you don't like it then you should not be outside in public at all.

 

[CaptainAmerica]

 

[ToTBellHop]

This should be interesting. With more and more people being vaccinated daily, more and more people will feel more comfortable coming back to the parks, making social distancing harder and harder. I really hope that Disney starts mandating proof of vaccination or a negative rapid test before rolling back any more mask mandates.

They will not do that.

 

[Lilofan]

I doubt that soon. The next change will pertain to eating. Perhaps no masks outdoors by July 4.

July weather feels like 100 degrees plus daily I am all for it!

 

[SpectroMagician]

This should be interesting. With more and more people being vaccinated daily, more and more people will feel more comfortable coming back to the parks, making social distancing harder and harder. I really hope that Disney starts mandating proof of vaccination or a negative rapid test before rolling back any more mask mandates.

Just don't go if you didn't get the vaccine yourself or are worried. The rest of us don't care.

 

[CaptainAmerica]

The next change will pertain to eating.

What are you thinking... walking around with a beverage?

 

[ToTBellHop]

Just don't go if you didn't get the vaccine yourself or are worried. The rest of us don't care.

I wouldn’t go that far.

You will have the right to keep your mask on, of course.

 

[ToTBellHop]

What are you thinking... walking around with a beverage?

Indeed. You will need to remain distanced of course. Which I’m fine with. I hate strangers being close to me, especially when I’m drinking or have a Dole Whip. I’d be happy if strangers permanently stayed 3 feet away from me. Yuck.

 

[GimpYancIent]

I see nothing earth shattering about this minor adjustment.

"Face coverings are required for all Guests (ages 2 and up) and Cast Members, including those who have received a COVID-19 vaccine. Please bring your own face coverings and wear them at all times, except when dining or swimming. You may temporarily remove your face covering while actively eating, drinking or taking an outdoor photo*, but you must be stationary and maintain appropriate physical distancing during this time.

(*Beginning April 8)"