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Former Disneyland President Michael Colglazier Leaving Disney to Head Virgin Galactic

Michael Colglazier, who was President of the Disneyland Resort from 2013 to 2018, is leaving Disney to become the Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Galactic. Colglazier was most recently the President and Managing Director of Disney Parks International, overseeing Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disney Resort, and Tokyo Disneyland. Jill Estorino is set to Former Disneyland President Michael Colglazier Leaving Disney to Head Virgin Galactic

Walt Disney World Details Extension and Refund Options for Annual Passholders

Now that the theme parks have started to reopen, Walt Disney World has detailed some additional extension benefits and refund options available to Annual Passholders. We know that many Passholders are excited to get back to the magic—and we’re eager to see our cherished Passholders, too. We also recognize that Park reservations will change the Walt Disney World Details Extension and Refund Options for Annual Passholders

Two NBA Players Test Positive for COVID-19 While in Quarantine ‘Bubble’ at Walt Disney World

The NBA has confirmed that two of the 322 players at the NBA Campus in Walt Disney World have tested positive for COVID-19. The two players were never out of quarantine and have now returned home or to isolation housing. In testing that happened prior to arriving at the NBA Campus, 19 NBA players tested Two NBA Players Test Positive for COVID-19 While in Quarantine ‘Bubble’ at Walt Disney World

Disney+ Honored by the American Council of the Blind for Their Audio Description Tracks

Disney+ has received an award from the American Council of the Blind (ACB) for their commitment to adding audio description tracks to original programming. The ACB, which works to increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity and quality of life for blind and visually impaired people, honored Disney+ with the 2020 Achievement Award in Audio Disney+ Honored by the American Council of the Blind for Their Audio Description Tracks

California Closes Gyms, Salons, and Indoor Malls in Some Counties, Plus Bars & Indoor Restaurants Statewide

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced two new directives today that will close more businesses throughout the state. First, Newsom has now ordered the closure of all bars and indoor seating at restaurants across the entire state of California. The order also includes movie theaters, card rooms, museums, wineries, family entertainment centers, and indoor areas at California Closes Gyms, Salons, and Indoor Malls in Some Counties, Plus Bars & Indoor Restaurants Statewide

Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Closure Due to Second Outbreak of COVID-19

Official statement from a Disney spokesperson as posted on Twitter by Frank Pallotta of CNN: “As required by the government and health authorities in line with prevention efforts taking place across Hong Kong, Hong Kong Disneyland park will temporarily close from July 15. The Hong Kong Disneyland Resort hotels will remain open with adjusted levels Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Closure Due to Second Outbreak of COVID-19

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Will Use a Virtual Queue When it Reopens

Walt Disney World has just confirmed that when Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopens on July 15th, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance will once again be utilizing a virtual queue to control crowds. Disney had initially said that virtual queues would not be used. Guests with Disney Park Pass reservations will have three opportunities to access Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Will Use a Virtual Queue When it Reopens