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Fingerprint Scanners Removed and Calming Reopening Concerns

Fingerprint Scanners Removed and Calming Reopening Concerns


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As the Disney Parks welcomed Cast Members and Guests to both Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom yesterday, many Disney Guests are anxiously anticipating the reopening of the Disney Park this weekend. However; many Disney fans are still hesitant to travel to the “Most Magical Place on Earth” as the COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Florida. We share an interview from Josh D’Amaro as he shares his thoughts and the Disney Company’s resolve to return to the magic while maintaining strict health and safety guidelines throughout the Disney Parks.

Rising COVID-19 Cases

This week we shared that in a press conference with Florida Governor DeSantis that although Florida’s COVID-19 cases continue to rise, he doesn’t consider the reopening of Walt Disney World to be problem. He stated that Universal Orlando “is doing a great job with safety precautions and Disney’s plans are also sound.” Read more about this press conference HERE. This has created a rather heated debate among Disney fans and many are divided in their viewpoints as if this is a responsible decision for the Disney Parks to reopen.

Interview with Josh D’Amaro

Josh D’Amaro served as the president of the Walt Disney Parks and he was recently promoted as Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. Today he shared his thoughts of the reopening of the Disney Parks with the New York Times. In response to many Disney fans requesting that Walt Disney World delays reopening, D’Amaro responds, “The world is changing around us, but we strongly believe that we can open safely and responsibly.”

D’Amaro goes on to explain that when Guests visit the Disney Parks they will understand the great lengths that the Disney Company has taken in order to keep all Cast Members and Guests safe. D’Amaro shares, This is our new normal. Our new reality. COVID is here, and we have a responsibility to figure out the best approach to safely operate in this new normal. Businesses across the country are open, whether it’s a local pizza shop in Orlando or an airline taking on new guests.”

disneyland paris its a small world

“We have a responsibility to figure out the best approach to safely operate in this new normal.”

Josh D’Amaro

Reopening of Other Disney Parks

Disneyland Shanghai, Toyko Disney Resort, and Hong Kong Disneyland have reopened to Guests. D’Amaro states that all of these theme parks have reopened “without incident.” Disneyland Paris is set to reopen on July 15th, while Disneyland’s reopening has been delayed from the original reopening date of July 17th.

other disney parks have reopened “without incident”

Josh D’Amaro

The New Normal

We have shared that the Disney Park experience will be very different from reduced capacity, the need for a Park Reservation, mandatory face coverings for all Cast Members and Guests over the age of 2. Guests can expect to hear announcements throughout the Disney Parks urging handwashing and social distancing. Plexiglass partitions are in place throughout the Park and 4,000 hand sanitizing stations have been added.

One of the most interesting changes will be that fingerprint scanners will no longer be in use as Guests proceed through the entrance. This has been a concern for many Disney fans, and this is the first that we have read the these will not be in use on reopening day.

Fingerprint scanners will no longer be in use.

What do you think of the all of the health and safety protocols that Disney has put into place? What do you think of the removal of fingerprint scanners during this initial reopening? Do you think this will also become the “new normal?” Share your thoughts with us on our Facebook Page.

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DEBORAH

Friday 10th of July 2020

It's ridiculous for anyone to visit these parks right now, especially Florida?? Also, people need to QUIT getting testing if you don't have symptoms..you are stealing valuable time and resources from those that really need it....STAY HOME..STAY SMART!

kennythepirate

Friday 10th of July 2020

There's almost no one in the parks due to the limits on attendance. Every person is wearing a mask. Sanitizer flows like water at every entrance and exit. Hand washing stations are scattered in the parks. I feel more safe in Walt Disney World than I do in Walmart or Publix

Lisa Hill

Thursday 9th of July 2020

I flew from Dallas to Orlando to take my teen-aged grandchildren to Universal Studios in June. When I made the reservation things we looking good with COVID. Then the spike began right before we departed. After giving the trip much thought I decided to proceed. We knew we would need to be extra careful and take all necessary precautions - which we did. The Universal parks and staff did a great job of making sure masks were worn by all, providing hand sanitizer and making restaurants as safe as possible. I'm happy to report that we are now past the time when any of the 4 of us would show signs of contracting COVID from our trip. I made the decision to get tested 6 days after our return and I'm happy to say my test was negative. Everyone has to do what they feel is best for them. For me - I'm willing take precautions while doing the things I love.

Donna Farmer

Friday 10th of July 2020

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are so glad to hear that you had a great trip and that you and your family are COVID free. Thank you for sharing.

SANDY

Wednesday 8th of July 2020

I think the Governor is being ridiculous acting like nothing is going on when their hospitals are full! He said Universal is a success...umm maybe thats part of the reason cases are up! Disney needs to delay opening until the US gets this under control. People arent taking this seriously. Young and old die from this!

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