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Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Extends Temporary Closure Until July 29

UPDTATE 06/29/20: The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort has confirmed their closure to the general public through July 29th. Some guests have been notified that their existing reservations are being transferred to the new JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort and Spa, with the same rate and room type. The resort will offer Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Extends Temporary Closure Until July 29

New Disney World Dining Modifications Announced; Character Dining Only at Riviera Resort

Walt Disney World has provided further guidance for future guests regarding changes to dining location procedures and availability upon reopening. Among the biggest modifications in the today’s updates is that Topolino’s Terrace at Disney’s Riviera Resort will be home to the only character dining experience available during the first phase of Walt Disney World’s reopening. New Disney World Dining Modifications Announced; Character Dining Only at Riviera Resort

NBA Board of Governors Votes to Restart Season; Games to be Played on Disney Property

UPDATE 06/26/20: The NBA Players Association and the National Basketball Association has just officially confirmed plans to restart the 2019-2020 season at Walt Disney World. Games will begin being played on July 30th. The plan to restart the season is being described as “comprehensive,” and “was developed in consultation with public health experts, infectious disease NBA Board of Governors Votes to Restart Season; Games to be Played on Disney Property

Disney Accepting Applications for Mexico Cultural Representative Program in 2021

A new post on the Disney Careers website is seeking applicants for a twelve-month cultural work experience located at Walt Disney World Resort. Folks who are selected to participate in the program will have the opportunity to share the unique culture and customs of their own countries with guests. Countries and regions represented at the Disney Accepting Applications for Mexico Cultural Representative Program in 2021

Select Disney Food and Beverage Cast Members Receive Call Back Notifications

UPDATE 06/02/20: Local 737 has shared another list of Walt Disney World locations that will be calling back full-time Cast Members on June 21st. This is in addition to the locations that were previously announced. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – cocktail servers, food handlers, Kidani Village bars Disney’s Boardwalk Inn – Abracadabar, bars Disney’s Contemporary Select Disney Food and Beverage Cast Members Receive Call Back Notifications

Disney Pledges $5 Million to Organizations That Advance Social Justice, Including the NAACP

The Walt Disney Company has announced a new $5 million commitment to help nonprofit organizations that advance social justice, with the first $2 million going to the NAACP to support their advocacy and education programs. Disney Chief Executive Officer Bob Chapek said of the pledge that “it is critical that we stand together, speak out Disney Pledges $5 Million to Organizations That Advance Social Justice, Including the NAACP

Majority of Florida Counties to Enter Phase 2 of Reopening on June 5th; Bars and Movie Theaters at 50%

Florida governor Ron DeSantis announced at today’s press conference that the state, with the exception of Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, and Broward counties, will move to Phase 2 of reopening procedures this Friday, June 5th. Today’s press conference took place at Universal Studios Orlando. Some of the most noteworthy facets of Phase 2 are that bars Majority of Florida Counties to Enter Phase 2 of Reopening on June 5th; Bars and Movie Theaters at 50%