Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom OPEN!

Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom have Opened! This is a very exciting accomplishment! Although there are new rules in the parks, it is still very exciting that they are open. Continue reading to learn about some of the new social distancing rules and precautions. 

Cleaning Procedures

The Cast Members at Walt Disney World are taking extra precautions to keep the parks clean and their guests healthy. The Cast Members are going through extra training, and using defined cycles for cleaning of high traffic areas. Hand washing stations and sanitizing stations are located throughout the parks. There are also frequent "wash downs" of outdoor locations, including walkways and queues. 

Know Before You Go

Before you go to the parks here is some information you should know about. There is a reservation system, so you can not purchase a ticket at the parks anymore. Your tickets must be purchased online and you must pick what day you are going to each park. You are no longer able to go to any park you want without reserving your spot for the time being. This ensures the parks are not too busy to socially distance. Before entering the parks temperature scans will be conducted. If anyone in your party has a temperature of 100.4 degrees or above your whole party will not be allowed into the parks. All children 2 years and above are required to wear face coverings, Cast Members will also be wearing masks. Face masks must be worn except when dining or swimming. 

Social Distancing

Disney has added ground markings and physical barriers to promote social distancing in the parks. They have also set up "relaxation stations" around the parks, guests can remove their facemasks and get some air. I think this will be very helpful especially in the Florida heat! Masks are also sold in vending machines at checkpoints. Disney has replaced character meet and greets with many mini parades throughout the park so guests are still able to see beloved characters. Plexiglass has been placed throughout ride queues to prevent guests from coming in contact with one another. All of the interactive elements in ride queues have been blocked off for the time being. The world famous Monorail is still in action however there are barriers in each car and only two families are prohibited in each car. 

My Disney Experience App

For all quick service locations there is no longer go in and wait inside to order. Through the My Disney Experience App guests can mobil order their food and can pick it up in locations for each restaurant. Guests can still sit inside and eat however they must wait outside for their food to be prepared. Paying for merchandise and other items will be contactless. You can link your credit card to your Disney account and pay with your phone. 

This is a hard time for everyone. Cast Members are working very hard to keep guests safe. I personally and so excited that the parks are opening. We will possibly be visiting in January and I am excited for new information on how the parks are working. Please email me if you have questions or post ideas at hcfswimmer@gmail.com! Have a magical day!