WDW Expands Temperature Screenings to Table-Service Restaurant Guests

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks

Another update from Walt Disney World today shows temperature screenings have been expanded to restaurants. Now, if you are dining at a Disney Resort table-service restaurant, you can plan for a temperature screening prior to entering the restaurant.

Found on Walt Disney World’s website under “Dining Experiences“:

“Temperature Screenings: Guests dining in table-service restaurants at Disney Resort hotels will undergo a temperature screening prior to entering the location. As with other locations at Walt Disney World Resort that require temperature screenings before entry, anyone displaying a temperature of 100.4 F or above will be directed to an additional rescreening. Those with temperatures 100.4 F or above will not be allowed entry; those in their party will not be allowed entry either.”

The update can also be found under “Temperature Screenings“:

“You will be required to undergo a temperature screening with no-touch thermometers before entry to some locations at Walt Disney World Resort, including the Walt Disney World theme parks, the Disney Springs area and table-service restaurants at Disney Resort hotels.”

“Based on guidance from health authorities, anyone displaying a temperature of 100.4 F or above will be directed to an additional location for rescreening and assistance. Those with temperatures 100.4 F or above will not be allowed entry; those in their party will not be allowed entry either. Before you leave home, be sure to check the temperatures of everyone in your party—including yourself—as an extra layer of precaution.”

Select Walt Disney World Resort Reopening Dates Have Been Pushed Back or Removed

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

Walt Disney World has updated their website to reflect several Resort opening dates have been pushed back or removed.

The Resort changes do not include Disney Vacation Club portions of these Resorts. Resort reopening date changes include:

  • October 4: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort (was Aug. 12)
  • November 1: Disney’s Art of Animation Resort (was Aug. 12)
  • Open Date Removed: Disney’s Beach Club Resort & Disney’s Boardwalk Resort (both were Oct. 1)

Disney’s website states: “While reopening dates were previously shared for Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, these Disney Resort hotels will remain closed until further notice, as the reopening timeline continues to be reevaluated.”

The following Resorts reopening dates remain the same as previously shared:

  • July 29: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
  • August 24: Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
  • September 21: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
  • October 14: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

We have yet to hear of reopening dates for the following Resorts (except for Disney Vacation Club properties):

  • Disney’s All-Stars Resorts
  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
  • Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Riverside
  • Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Celebrate Lady and the Tramp’s 65th Anniversary with Special Merchandise

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks

The beloved Disney animated film, Lady and the Tramp, is celebrating 65 years! shopDisney is getting in the celebration action with limited release Lady and the Tramp inspired merchandise that’s too cute to pass on.

The most popular item is definitely the Lady Plush in Hatbox! shopDisney shares, “What a perfectly adorable little Lady we have for you, hidden in a hatbox to make a holiday surprise for someone special. This soft furry plush with floppy ears and shimmering bow is here to help celebrate the 65th Anniversary of Walt Disney’s animated classic Lady and the Tramp.”

Magic in the details: Limited Release; Small Lady-as-puppy plush; Detailed plush sculpting; Embroidered features; Soft stuffing; Shaggy fur; Floppy ears; Shimmering stuffed bow; Comes in a striped ”hatbox” as seen in the film; Commemorative Lady and the Tramp 65th Anniversary label on box

The bare necessities: Polyester; Lady 6” L (outstretched); Box 5 1/2” H x 8 1/2” Diameter; Imported

You can shop for Lady for $29.99 at shopDisney here!

You’ll also find a special Lady and the Tramp 65th Anniversary Pin that is a 2020 exclusive for Disney® Visa® Cardmembers for $12.99. Shop here.

There are also t-shirts, jewelry and more.

New Baby Mandrill Monkey Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks

New baby animals are the cutest… especially monkey babies! We are so excited about the news from Dr. Mark Penning, Vice President, Disney’s Animals, Science & Environment. Dr. Mark took to Instagram to announce the newest bundle of joy at Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

Dr. Mark Penning shared on Instagram:

Today (July 26), I’m overjoyed to share a sweet surprise with you all. This weekend, we welcomed a baby mandrill monkey at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! When the Animal Care team at Animal Kingdom arrived at work yesterday, they found mom, Scarlett, had just delivered this adorable little one. Both are doing well and quickly bonding.

I couldn’t think of a better way to wrap up #AnimalCareAppreciation Week than to see their work in action to help this baby into the world.

WDW Updates Face Covering Policy to Officially Ban Masks with Valves, Mesh Material, or Holes of Any Kind

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney World is changing, adapting, and modifying as needed since their phased reopening. We recently shared that an update to Disney’s face covering policy includes remaining stationary while eating or drinking. Now, Disney has caught on to another issue regarding masks with valves, mesh material, or holes of any kind and has made an update to their policy.

When Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., begin their phased reopening July 11, 2020, all guests 2 years of age and older will be required to wear an appropriate face covering at all times, except when eating and drinking while dining. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

As shared on the Walt Disney World website under “Face Coverings”:

Face coverings are required for all Guests (ages 2 and up) and Cast Members. Please bring your own face coverings and wear them at all times, except when dining or swimming. You may remove your face covering while actively eating or drinking, but you should be stationary and maintain appropriate physical distancing.

All face coverings (whether disposable or reusable) must:

  • Be made with at least two layers of breathable material
  • Fully cover the nose and mouth and secure under the chin
  • Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
  • Be secured with ties or ear loops and allow the Guest to remain hands-free

At this time, based on guidance from health authorities, neck gaiters, open-chin triangle bandanas, and face coverings containing valves, mesh material or holes of any kind are not acceptable face coverings.

Costume masks are also not considered appropriate and are prohibited from being worn, in alignment with our existing rules.

The use of face coverings is not a substitute for physical distancing.