News Disney mask policy at Walt Disney World theme parks

[Sirwalterraleigh]

Accelerating from the previous plan.

they didn’t really have one...it was the “for the Health and safety of our cast and guests”

they never commit if they don’t have to...never.

I think we all assumed the whole year...they probably did too. But the administration made the calculation to end it somewhat abruptly/early. Disney undoubtedly wanted to be the last...they are.

good for them.

 

[HairyChest]

Accelerating from the previous plan.

Great news! Is that because of the mask mandates in the county dropping on friday?

 

[ToTBellHop]

Great news! Is that because of the mask mandates in the county dropping on friday?

Yes. And a general goal of reducing distancing.

 

[disneygeek90]

*assuming all mask restrictions are lifted within the week*

Personally, I would have liked to see masks while on attractions last a little longer. We had to deal with plexiglass obstructing views for a year, but now we’re supposed to just move to sitting shoulder to shoulder next to a stranger on indoor attractions with no masks, basically overnight?

I don’t know, I’ve tried to “trust the shot” more lately, but it still feels like a lot very quick.

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

*assuming all mask restrictions are lifted within the week*

Personally, I would have liked to see masks while on attractions last a little longer. We had to deal with plexiglass obstructing views for a year, but now we’re supposed to just move to sitting shoulder to shoulder next to a stranger on indoor attractions with no masks, basically overnight?

I don’t know, I’ve tried to “trust the shot” more lately, but it still feels like a lot very quick.

Remember that they don’t have the ride capacity to handle their Normal crowd levels...so here’s where the rubber meets the road.

 

[disneygeek90]

Remember that they don’t have the ride capacity to handle their Normal crowd levels...so here’s where the rubber meets the road.

Which is fine! I just feel like a chill compromise would be masks on once in the ROTR preshow.

 

[Wendy Pleakley]

There is nothing to suggest those who’ve had Covid are more likely to get the shot. So we can take the percentage vaccinated (51%) and assume about 35% of the remaining 49% have had Covid. That adds a further 17.15%. So 68%. Falling case numbers support that estimate being pretty accurate.

It'd be great if people could just get vaccinated so we don't have to factor in estimates and assumptions.

The higher the official numbers are, the more comfortable people will be with shifting to personal responsibility. Hit those high numbers and more people will lean towards not worrying about people putting themselves at risk. Right now the vaccination numbers are still low enough that many people are still more comfortable with broad, general restrictions.

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

Which is fine! I just feel like a chill compromise would be masks on once in the ROTR preshow.

here’s where we differ a little: I have no desire to have masks on rides. Been there...don’t want to do it again.

and you can have my spot on ROTR

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

It'd be great if people could just get vaccinated so we don't have to factor in estimates and assumptions.

The higher the official numbers are, the more comfortable people will be with shifting to personal responsibility. Hit those high numbers and more people will lean towards not worrying about people putting themselves at risk. Right now the vaccination numbers are still low enough that many people are still more comfortable with broad, general restrictions.

 

[disneygeek90]

here’s where we differ a little: I have no desire to have masks on rides. Been there...don’t want to do it again.

and you can have my spot on ROTR

Plexiglass is worse than masks 100%

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

I found them both to suck

 

[Nunu]

Plexiglass is worse than masks 100%

I found them both to suck

Masks didn't bother me that much on rides, I even forgot I was wearing one, at times. Plexiglass detracts from the ride (if you're not riding in front), and looks gross when dirty, imo.

 

[doctornick]

Masks didn't bother me that much on rides, I even forgot I was wearing one, at times. Plexiglass detracts from the ride (if you're not riding in front), and looks gross when dirty, imo.

Yes. Given the choice I'd prefer Disney keep the indoor mask mandate but removes the plexiglass and any social distancing requirements. YMMV.

 

[GaBoy]

Yes. Given the choice I'd prefer Disney keep the indoor mask mandate but removes the plexiglass and any social distancing requirements. YMMV.

They will all of it soon enough.

 

[Tom P.]

I think it's pretty clear at this point that once Demings lifts the Orange County mask mandate, Disney will lift theirs too. My question... will they do it on the same day (Friday)? Wait until the end of the weekend? Some other timeframe? What do you think?

 

[999th Happy Haunt]

Do we think plexiglass is gone same time as masks? Really takes away from some attractions like Tower and RotR

 

[Unbanshee]

Do we think plexiglass is gone same time as masks? Really takes away from some attractions like Tower and RotR

Plexi removed on ToT

Tower of Terror Boosts Capacity; Loading Every Row, Removing Plexiglass at Disney's Hollywood Studios

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blogmickey.com

 

[Bullseye1967]

I wonder how long until cast members wearing masks will be optional? I’ve noticed places like Target and Publix have started to allow their employees to not wear masks. And obviously a lot of smaller shops have allowed it as well.

There is a good article about it here

Disney will no longer require masks to be worn outdoors at Walt Disney World theme parks

A huge moment for Disney eliminating masks for guests when outdoors at Walt Disney World.

www.wdwmagic.com

 

[doctornick]

I think it's pretty clear at this point that once Demings lifts the Orange County mask mandate, Disney will lift theirs too. My question... will they do it on the same day (Friday)? Wait until the end of the weekend? Some other timeframe? What do you think?

I'd still be surprised if it is that rapid considering how cautious Disney has been on all of this. And part of it will likely be the agreements with the unions.

I mean if the CDCis still recommending that unvaccinated people wear masks indoors and a huge number of Disney guests are under 12 years old, it's a tough situation for them to thread the needle of what is appropriate no matter what the state or county is doing.

 

[Bullseye1967]

I'd still be surprised if it is that rapid considering how cautious Disney has been on all of this. And part of it will likely be the agreements with the unions.

I mean if the CDCis still recommending that unvaccinated people wear masks indoors and a huge number of Disney guests are under 12 years old, it's a tough situation for them to thread the needle of what is appropriate no matter what the state or county is doing.

The unions have said their piece and today it was announced some cast members didn't have to wear masks. Agreements have been made.