Tuesday, June 9, 2020

Universal Orlando reopens; Wild Florida free for essential workers; Disney Cruise Line cancels sailings

The latest happenings at Disney, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and other Central Florida attractions.

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June 9, 2020

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Universal: Theme parks reopen with less shrieking, more masks, new relief for reluctant dads

Universal Orlando theme parks reopen with more masks, less noise

Wild Florida offers free admission to essential workers for Gator Week

Drive-through safari Wild Florida in Kenansville will let grocery store employees, first responders and other essential workers.

Disney Cruise Line cancels remaining European sailings for Disney Magic

Disney Cruise Line has canceled the remaining of its planned European sailings on Disney Magic because of coronavirus.

Do Disney Springs, for real or at home, with DOLE Whip Nachos!

Ready to live outside a little? Head out and grab some dessert nachos for a socially distanced Disney day. Not so sure? Bring the elements together for an at-home version you can eat in your jammies.

WonderWorks offers $2 off online tickets

WonderWorks offers $2 off for tickets purchased online with a code.

Pictures: Disney Springs reopens

Check out pictures as Disney Springs reopens with 44 stores and restaurants, plus new rules including temperature check.

Universal Orlando's official reopening draws a light crowd, with most wearing masks

Universal Orlando reopens its theme parks to the general public on Friday, with new rules because of the coronavirus pandemic.

At Legoland, book early and get a third night free

Legoland is offering guests a free night when they book three nights at least 60 days in advance.

To get inside SeaWorld Orlando come June 11, you will need a reservation

Passholders can't go to SeaWorld on a whim anymore when the parks reopen. All visitors must make advanced online reservations, the company said Thursday.

PODCAST: A return to Universal Orlando - Masks on rides, selfies with characters while 6 feet away and some red flags (Ep. 53)

Orlando Sentinel theme park reporters Dewayne Bevil and Gabrielle Russon visited Universal Orlando ahead of the official opening. They share what it's like to ride Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit while wearing a mask, moments that raised red flags, and tips for enjoying the parks while coronavirus fears loom.

Pictures: Universal Orlando reopens

Universal Orlando opened its theme park doors to passholders on June 3, allowing masked visitors to wander around and experience attraction in Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. On June 5, the parks officially reopened.

Universal Orlando passholders get sneak peek of theme parks' reopening

What was it like Wednesday at Universal as passholders and hotel guests return? Here's what we saw.

IAAPA begins registration for 2020 Expo

Registration to attend the 2020 IAAPA Expo begins Tuesday. The Orlando-based International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions is moving ahead with its preparations for its annual gathering at the Orange County Convention Center in November as originally scheduled.

Legoland reopens, first big theme park in Central Florida to come back after coronavirus shutdowns

 

Disney, Universal and SeaWorld face a huge task in reopening and enforcing the rules in a coronavirus world

 

Spinning again: Wheel at Icon Park to reopen June 3

Wheel at Icon Park to reopen June 3 on International Drive

Some Universal Orlando hotels will reopen Tuesday, giving early access to theme parks

The first Universal hotels are reopening June 2 after shutting down from the coronavirus pandemic. Here's how they will keep customers safe, Universal says.

Virtual-reality game based on theme parks' Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge is planned

Virtual-reality game based on Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney planned

Return to roller coasters reveals new fears, old-school screams

Return to roller coasters reveals new fears, old-school screams

Disney Plus review: Horsing around with 'Ichabod and Mr. Toad'

Disney Plus review: 'Ichabod and Mr. Toad' bring Sleepy Hollow, British tale to screen

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