Walt Disney World announces their reopening plan post Covid-19

On May 27th  Orlando Travel Council held their weekly meeting virtually. They had many medical experts online to explain what the current situation is in Orlando. They mentioned the importance of having outdoor dining options which could be a very important part of  theme parks re-opening. They then went into a series of presentations of representatives from the theme parks. Here's a brief summary of what Walt Disney World  said about their ORLANDO parks.

Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom will reopen on July 11, 2020. 
Epcot and Hollywood Studios will reopen July 15, 2020

OPENING DATES:

• Phased re-opening Magic Kingdom/ Animal Kingdom: July 11, 2020
• Epcot and Hollywood Studio will open: July 15, 2020

Cast previews and soft-openings will lead to opening to "launch, learn, and adjust" along the way. ​


Other Key Findings

• New theme park reservation system. Guests will have to make reservations for the park they will be attending that day. More information will be coming. 
• ​Required facemasks for guests and cast members, more handwashing, and increased physical distancing. 
• ​Significant reductions in capacity and implement practices to have more social distancing.
• More frequent cleaning protocols for guests and employees will be implemented. 
• Guests and casts will also have temperature checks at the main entrances for guests. 
• Increased mobile food ordering and temporarily pausing meet and greet and play areas. Push towards magic-bands and encouraging a cashless environment. 
• They are temporarily suspending parades, fireworks, and other events that create crowds.
• Character greetings will be paused. 
• Guests will receive "Know before you Go" information through their website, travel agents, and the WDW app. Protocols will be present and visible throughout the parks. 
• ​Social Distance Squad "highly energetic individuals committed to emphasizing social distancing" will be implemented. 
• They may be using QR codes for maps and disposable menus for ordering in restaurants. 

​The plan was approved by the Tourism Council.