COVID-19 Articles and News Stories


Walt Disney World Resort Only Accepting Hotel Reservations for Arrival July 1 or Later

The Walt Disney World Resort updated its website on Friday and is now only accepting hotel reservations for arrival dates of July 1 or later. Previously, the resort was allowing guests to book vacations for a June arrival. The “travel information” page on the Walt Disney World website that contains timely information regarding COVID-19 related Walt Disney World Resort Only Accepting Hotel Reservations for Arrival July 1 or Later

Latest Walt Disney World Update Mentions Limited Availability and Closures When Resort Reopens

Along with the announcement of a phased reopening at Disney Springs, Walt Disney World has also provided updated information about what guests may expect when the rest of the resort reopens, including modifications, limited availability and closures. Upon reopening, theme parks, Disney Resort hotels, restaurants, attractions, experiences and other offerings may be modified and will Latest Walt Disney World Update Mentions Limited Availability and Closures When Resort Reopens

Disney Springs to Reopen May 20 with Limited Capacity and Operating Hours

UPDATE 5/16/20: The following Disney Springs shopping and dining locations will reopen on May 27th: World of Disney Marketplace Co-Op D-Luxe Burger UPDATE 5/15/20: The following additional Disney Springs restaurants have announced that they will also be reopening on May 20th: Blaze Fast-Fired Pizza The BOATHOUSE Chicken Guy! Earl of Sandwich Frontera Cocina Planet Hollywood Disney Springs to Reopen May 20 with Limited Capacity and Operating Hours

Crews Return to Perform “Essential Work” on Disneyland Resort Construction Projects

According to the Orange County Register, the Disneyland Resort has brought in a limited number of construction crews to perform work related to the Avengers Campus and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway projects. Disney Chief Financial Officer Christine McCarthy shared during this week’s earnings report that Disney has paused most construction projects. Cast Members, Imagineers, Crews Return to Perform “Essential Work” on Disneyland Resort Construction Projects

Walt Disney World Donates Fabric to Make Face Coverings For Local Healthcare Workers

The costuming department at Walt Disney World has found a way to help the Central Florida community by donating over 400 yards of fabric that will be used to make face coverings for healthcare workers. Despite the suspension of their performances, the wardrobe department at the Orlando Ballet has kept busy sewing the face coverings. Walt Disney World Donates Fabric to Make Face Coverings For Local Healthcare Workers

Chief Medical Officer Shares How Disney is Working to Keep Guests Safe When Parks Reopen

Following the announcement that Shanghai Disneyland will be reopening with controlled capacity on May 11, Disney Parks Chief Medical Office Dr. Pamela Hymel shared some of the plans and considerations that Disney is looking at ahead of the reopening of the domestic parks. Dr. Hymel said that they are evaluating new and enhanced safety measures, Chief Medical Officer Shares How Disney is Working to Keep Guests Safe When Parks Reopen