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CDC Eases Face Mask-Wearing Guidelines; No Changes for Disney Yet

Thursday afternoon, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided a public health update for those who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Dr. Rochelle Walensky announced that anyone who is fully vaccinated can now participate in indoor and outdoor activities – large or small – without wearing a face mask or physical distancing. CDC Eases Face Mask-Wearing Guidelines; No Changes for Disney Yet

Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Third Reopening Date

Late Tuesday evening, Disney announced that Hong Kong Disneyland will reopen to guests on Friday, February 19th. The Resort has [most recently] been closed since December 2, 2020. This will be the third reopening of the Resort since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Disney Announces Major Reorganization of Entertainment Divisions

On Monday afternoon, The Walt Disney Company announced a major restructuring of its media and entertainment divisions in order to put themselves in a better position for their direct-to-consumer approach. The strategic reorganization will centralize its creative media into a single organization responsible for content distribution, ad sales, and Disney+. The global COVID-19 pandemic has Disney Announces Major Reorganization of Entertainment Divisions

Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Reopening Date

In line with guidance from health and government officials, a reopening date of September 25th has been announced by Hong Kong Disneyland. The resort will continue its measured approach with health and safety measures implemented as a top priority, including capacity control, health screenings, temperature checks, requiring face masks, social distancing, and increased cleaning and Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Reopening Date

Orlando Int’l Airport to Lay Off Almost 800 Food Service Workers as COVID-19 Pandemic Continues

According to a report on Fox 35, the Orlando International Airport (MCO) is getting ready to lay off nearly 800 foodservice crew members, cooks, cashiers, shift supervisors, and more. The 782 employees had been temporarily furloughed back in March but will be permanently laid off on October 15th if they haven’t been recalled by that time. Orlando Int’l Airport to Lay Off Almost 800 Food Service Workers as COVID-19 Pandemic Continues

Adventures by Disney Extends Cancellations Through September 30

UPDATE 7/22/20: Adventures by Disney has made the decision to suspend ALL departures through September 30, 2020. The prior announcement did not include every September Adventure, but in the latest update, guests booked on the September 19th Iceland adventure and the September 21st Arizona & Utah adventure are now impacted. Adventures by Disney has just cancelled Adventures by Disney Extends Cancellations Through September 30