Today is Cast Member preview day and we have some photos that people are sharing giving us a look at what is in place.
Let’s take a look!
These are from Touring Plans on Twitter (all credit to them):
Space is left between cars, so you’re not getting out of the car right next to another person. The walk from the parking lot to the TTC isn’t bad, which is a good thing since trams are not running. pic.twitter.com/V79p1ieIaC
— TouringPlans (@TouringPlans) July 7, 2020
One of my kids “priority” stops. Starbucks!
At Main Street Bakery (aka Starbucks), social distancing in queue and also at the pickup area, with new barriers in place. pic.twitter.com/n1dwxjjueM
— TouringPlans (@TouringPlans) July 7, 2020
Over in Fantasyland, attractions have social distancing markers in queues, hand sanitizer before you get on the attraction, play areas roped off for Winnie the Pooh, and fewer people riding attractions at present. pic.twitter.com/iUoIh5AYt7
— TouringPlans (@TouringPlans) July 7, 2020
One of the “Pop-up Parades”
You may not see all the characters at once like you would for a big parade, but the “pop up parades” are quick, upbeat, fun, and don’t require camping out in the Florida sun for an hour ahead of time. pic.twitter.com/fRtfCyEMph
— TouringPlans (@TouringPlans) July 7, 2020
More character an CM fun! pic.twitter.com/8UjHGJzaxH
— TouringPlans (@TouringPlans) July 7, 2020
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad queue:
Queue areas have markers to let you know where to stand, and plexiglas dividers to maintain separation for areas where lines cross or come into close contact. pic.twitter.com/Xk6wwGA970
— TouringPlans (@TouringPlans) July 7, 2020
One thing to note that we saw at Big Thunder is that lap bars are not being wiped down between guests. pic.twitter.com/zDrl8g2dFT
— TouringPlans (@TouringPlans) July 7, 2020
Jungle Cruise:
Adaptations have been made for Jungle Cruise as well… social distancing makers in queue, less boat capacity, and plexiglas barriers, for instance. pic.twitter.com/Dashcpcp8f
— TouringPlans (@TouringPlans) July 7, 2020
WDWMagic has some to share (all credit to them):
The Haunted Mansion is bypassing the Stretching room…like we said they would:
Haunted Mansion stretching room is walk-through only as expected pic.twitter.com/kXH5YnwlcZ
— WDWMAGIC.COM (@wdwmagic) July 7, 2020
Welcome back to Magic Kingdom! pic.twitter.com/NJT65FWAjL
— WDWMAGIC.COM (@wdwmagic) July 7, 2020
WDWNT also has some images and videos to share on Twitter (all credit to them):
I STRONGLY recommend you visit the Twitter feeds of the people I’m sharing. They have so much more up. WDWNT especially! You can get a much better look! Follow them today for sure!
Here’s the new guidemap:
A look at the new Magic Kingdom map, listing safety procedures and the “Relaxation Stations” in the park pic.twitter.com/jo4QRA50PC
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
Temperature Check:
PHOTOS: New Temperature Screening Process Debuts at the Transportation and Ticket Center in Walt Disney Worldhttps://t.co/NDiHns4wBX pic.twitter.com/aBlfQDQSBF
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
Guests are to put electronic and metal items on their person into these bags to go through security at the TTC. pic.twitter.com/LZgJa2QYOA
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
A good-sized crowd coming in to the Magic Kingdom right now pic.twitter.com/Ri9yMeRkgJ
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
Here comes “A Goofy Cavalcade” pic.twitter.com/3S5HESFSGF
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom:
Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom is open for business pic.twitter.com/xiD9EgSdvd
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
The Princesses are back! YES!
A royal return for the Disney Princesses at the Magic Kingdom pic.twitter.com/xkGzjecHfS
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Piglet, Rabbit, and Eeyore Take the Main Street Trolley in NEW “Fantasyland Friends” Cavalcade at the Magic Kingdomhttps://t.co/BRIRAVeamK pic.twitter.com/xSUVmEjYFx
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
They got a look at one of the “Relaxation Stations” where you can remove your mask:
PHOTOS: First Look at NEW Mask-Free “Relaxation Station” in Tomorrowland Terrace at the Magic Kingdomhttps://t.co/RRRmOcfn4y pic.twitter.com/g0Q71yfLyC
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
Splash Mountain! Hearing the merchandise is selling out. I’m sure it is!
5 minute wait for Splash Mountain right now pic.twitter.com/sUYPS43cZ4
— WDW News Today (@WDWNT) July 7, 2020
The Orlando Informer on Twitter (all credit to them)
Many merchandise locations in Adventureland, including Agrabah Bazaar, are closed. pic.twitter.com/nNrYqQKTtK
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
They were also at Disney’s Animal Kingdom:
Sivako! 🦋 The Na’vi have added social-distancing markers and dividers to Flight of Passage for riders’ safety. pic.twitter.com/hXLbhB5UXk
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
The interactive elements in Pandora – The World of Avatar have been turned off. pic.twitter.com/bfoyh6lUo6
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
In Animal Kingdom, an in-park announcement periodically reminds guests to wear a mask, sanitize their hands, and maintain social distancing. pic.twitter.com/CZnkHyLLoI
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
Discovery Trading Company is open, but Island Mercantile is closed. pic.twitter.com/3L41zg5BFX
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
Another “Relaxation Station” is at Pizzafari in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and one is near the UP! Great Bird Adventure as well:
Another relaxation station – where you can rest and eat mask-free with proper social distancing – is located at Pizzafari in Animal Kingdom. pic.twitter.com/hvda6UPRxt
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
You can say “hakuna matata” to masks when you visit one of Animal Kingdom’s relaxation stations – where you can rest and eat mask-free with proper social distancing. This one is located in Asia, near UP! A Great Bird Adventure. pic.twitter.com/3wbjJCQv12
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
Characters are waving from boats:
Social distancing isn’t stopping our most-missed characters from saying hi! 👋 Here’s a look at a boat full of characters, dancing and waving at guests from a safe distance at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. pic.twitter.com/2khaKMh78Q
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
Expedition Everest:
On Expedition Everest, guests are being seated every other row to ensure social distancing. Dividers are present in the queue as passengers board their ride vehicle. pic.twitter.com/jPgpdi5PbK
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
We rode Expedition Everest twice and noticed that the yeti is not operational, including sound and lights. pic.twitter.com/RABtQBQzjD
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
Kilimanjaro Safari:
Ready for a socially distanced safari? Dividers are placed between parties, both in the queue and in ride vehicles, to ensure safety. Once they’ve boarded their ride vehicle, guests can remove their masks. pic.twitter.com/N9dtK79qOd
— Orlando Informer (@OrlandoInformer) July 7, 2020
Our Florida Project on Twitter was also at Disney’s Animal Kingdom (all credit to them):
Flight of Passage Queue:
We are at the CM preview at Animal Kingdom today! Here’s a peek inside #Flightofpassage queue. New barriers separating guests! See more in our Instagram stories @ourfloridaproject pic.twitter.com/rIy94gI549
— Our FL Project Leah (@OurFLProject) July 7, 2020
Thanks for sharing! Here’s another look. I’m sharing video over on IG stories @ourfloridaproject pic.twitter.com/WgmOuxQwzf
— Our FL Project Leah (@OurFLProject) July 7, 2020
It’s all so exciting!
Like I said. I would follow along on social media today because both the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom are going to be well documented!
What do you think? Comment and let us know!
Sources: Touring Plans on Twitter, WDWNT on Twitter, The Orlando Informer on Twitter, Our Florida Project on Twitter, WDWMagic on Twitter,
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