Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida will end temperature checks for the visitors at the park starting from May 16. The company announced on its website there would be no temperature screenings for cast members starting from May 8. The company however clarified that safety measures will be followed on the premises to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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“Since reopening, we have considered guidance from public health authorities, government agencies, and our own team of health and safety experts as we assess and update health and safety measures to help prevent the spread of Covid-19”, said Disney in a statement. “We will continue to follow the guidance of health and safety leaders going forward and most importantly encourage people to get vaccinated”.

Social distancing must be maintained, and the parades and fireworks have been stalled indefinitely due to the emergence of COVID-19. The one-time intake of entrants has also been cut down, with further cut-down in restaurants and in queues

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Tickets are still mandatory to be bought in advance through the reservation system, and face coverings are compulsory for cast members and everybody above the age of two years.

Most Disney World parks are still open, although not much of May is left to be booked. The Blizzard Beach water park reopened on March 7, while Typhoon Lagoon still remains shut. ‘A new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser’ will be opening in the park’s Epcot Resort Area in 2022.